mission statement
We of First Christian Church are faithful followers of Jesus Christ. We are a loving fellowship of faith from diverse backgrounds. We strive to know God and to make God known through worship, study of scripture, prayer, stewardship, loving service and witness to the world.
belief statements
We confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim Him Lord and Savior of the world.
As part of the one Body of Christ, we welcome all to the Lord’s Table as God has welcomed us.
Baptism marks that every person is called to serve God – the idea of the “priesthood of all believers.”
Scripture affirms the human dignity of all people. Being a people of grace, we welcome all God’s children no matter the race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, marital status, physical or mental ability, political stance or theological perspective.
We are a lay-led, autonomous congregation working in partnership with a minister to guide the functions of the church and give spiritual guidance.
Norms of first christian church of sherwood
Do God’s will above all
Be genuine
Commit to excellence (not perfectionism)
Love without boundaries
Work to raise our internal standards/life
Work to have a positive attitude
Use our freedom to benefit others