What Disciples Believe
The Bible
God's Word of love and reconciliation, equipping the Church with direction in mission and spiritual good for each person's growth and maturity in the Christian faith.
Open Communion
The Lord's Supper, or Communion, is celebrated in weekly worship and it is open to all at the invitation of Jesus Christ
The Oneness of the Church
All Christians are called to be one in Christ and to seek opportunities for common witness and service.
Baptism by Immersion
In baptism, the old self-centered life is set aside, washed away, and a new life of trust in God begins. Although Disciples practice baptism by immersion, other baptism traditions are honored.
The Ministry of Believers
Both, ministers and lay persons, lead in worship, service, and spiritual growth. Men, women, and youth are encouraged to serve in all facets of congregational life.
Freedom of Belief
As Disciples, we are called together around two essentials of faith: a belief in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, and that Christians are free to follow their conscience guided by Bible study, the Holy Spirit, and prayer. Therefore, we seek to extend both that belief and that very same freedom to others.
History
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) was founded in the early 1800’s in the United States. The founders envisioned only one Christian Church, modeled on the New Testament, to be a witness for both religious freedom and the unity of all Christians. The church grew rapidly across the American frontier, in part because it shared many values of the early settlers. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) now includes nearly 4,000 congregations.
History of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Burnet:
In June 1883, land was purchased and the first building was erected in 1884 or 1885. In 1910, the building burned and eventually the church disbanded. The congregation reorganized in 1950, purchased the present lot in 1951 and dedicated the sanctuary (now the fellowship hall) on July 27, 1952. Sunday School rooms were added in 1957 and the present sanctuary was dedicated December 14, 1975. An extensive remodel was undertaken in 2005.
