WHO WE ARE . . .

Our movement began in frontier America in the early 1800's.  'Disciples' came from Presbyterian, Baptist, Methodist, and other backgrounds with a desire to do away with divisive creeds and practices. 

Their plea was the unity of all Christians on the basis of, 'no creeds but Christ, and no book but the Bible.'

In the essentials of our faith -- unity; in non-essentials -- liberty; in all things -- love.

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Chillicothe, was organized June 24, 1894.  After meeting for some years in the Odd Fellows Hall, the congregation purchased property on North Bridge Street in 1901 and built its first building.  In 1930 the congregation moved to 268 West Water Street, the former residence of David Meade Massie, grandson of Nathaniel Massie who founded the city of Chillicothe.  The Massie House, as it is now known, was used as sanctuary, classrooms, fellowship hall and parsonage. 

A new sanctuary was erected next door to the Massie House and was dedicated in 1957, greatly increasing worship space and ministry opportunities.  The Baader House, next to the Massie House, was purchased in 1985 and is currently used as the parsonage.

Guided by the Holy Spirit, we continue our ministry together in the great commission given by the risen Jesus Christ, 'Go therefore and make disciples of all nations . . . And lo, I am with you always, to the close of the age.'

WHAT WE BELIEVE . . .

Confessing Christ as your Lord and Savior is the only requirement for becoming a member of our congregation.

The Bible is our only guide.  Members may hold differing views on specific doctrines and discussion is encouraged.  Those with questions are respected.

We believe in the ministry of all believers.  You will see men, women, and youth serving in all phases of church life.

We baptize by immersion, but accept those who have been baptized by other methods.

We celebrate the Lord's Supper during every Sunday morning worship service.  All proclaiming Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God, their Lord and Savior are invited to partake.  Christ is the host at the table and invites you.

We seek to cooperate in ministry with other churches in our community and around the world.