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We are proudly affiliated with the
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), a Protestant Christian
denomination in the United States and Canada
(www.disciples.org).
Bethany Christian Church was
founded in 1956
under the visionary leadership of the late Elder R. W. Dickerson.
We are now under the innovative leadership of Rev. Dr. R. E. Hedgeman,
Senior Pastor. Bethany Christian Church is a vibrant family oriented
ministry with a strong community presence.
Our Mission
It is our mission to share the
good news of Jesus Christ in word and deed in this community, in the
city of Cleveland, and in the world. As we strive to become a five-star
church, we want to invite God through the Holy Spirit to equip us in
being the Body of Christ. We are seeking excellence in our service to
God, excellence in our service to humanity, excellence in our community
witness, and excellence in our worship. We are filled with excitement
and expectations as we rejoice and look at God!
Our Motto
If you have faith as small as
a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there'
and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.
Matthew 17:20 (NIV)
What Disciples Believe
As most Christians,
Disciples Affirm:
Beliefs and practices
usually associated with Disciples include:
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Open Communion -
The Lord’s Supper or Communion is celebrated in weekly worship. It is
open to all who believe in Jesus Christ.
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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.
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Baptism by
immersion
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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.
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Belief in the
oneness of the church
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All Christians are called to
be one in Christ and to seek opportunities for common witness and
service.
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The
ministry of believers -
Both ministers and lay persons lead in worship, service and spiritual
growth.
We
celebrate the Lord's Supper every Sunday.
The table is open. That means
that all Christians are invited to respond
to Christ's invitation to draw closer to Him
around the communion table. For
Disciples, the open table is a powerful
symbol of our deep commitment to Christian
unity. The open table honors diversity
even as it celebrates unity in Christ.
All are welcome.
Come join us as we praise
the Lord!
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