Like most Christians, Disciples Affirm:
Open Communion
The Lord’s Supper, or Communion is celebrated in weekly worship. It is open to all who believe in Jesus Christ.
Freedom of belief
Disciples are called together around one essential of faith: belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Persons are free to follow their consciences guided by the Bible, the Holy Spirit study and prayer, and are expected to extend that freedom to others.
Baptism by immersion
In baptism the old self-centered life is set aside, and a new life of trust in God begins. Although Disciples practice baptism by immersion, other baptism traditions are honored.
Belief in the oneness of the church
All Christians are called to be one in Christ and to seek opportunities for common witness and service.
The ministry to believers
Both ministers and lay persons lead in worship, service and spiritual growth.
The Revised Common Lectionary actually divides this passage up into two parts, and separates them by a full year. The first ten verses are assigned to the Fourth Sunday of Easter in Year A, and then verses 11-18 are assigned to the Fourth Sunday of Easter in Year B.
In Sac City, we had a combined youth group—the Christian, Methodist, and Presbyterian churches all worked together to operate it. The program was overseen by a council made up of the pastors of the participating churches, plus two representatives from the membership of each church.
Morning Prayer for December 11, 2025. Scriptures: Psalm 32; Luke 15:25-32. Hymn: Come, O Long-Expected Jesus. CCLI streaming license #20546947.
Morning Prayer for December 10, 2025. Scriptures: Isaiah 12; Isaiah 65:17-25. Hymn: People, Look East. CCLI streaming license #20546947.
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