The First Chicago Branch Community of Christ is a small but friendly congregation of people from all walks of
life. A warm sense of family is prominent among those who worship together to continually rediscover God's call to this world.
This congregation embodies the following vision principles...
Christ-centeredness
Atmosphere of prayer
Praise and worship
Spiritual gifted ness
Community of caring outreach
Discipleship
From these principles, the First Chicago congregation strives to accomplish...
Celebrative worship with an emphasis on:
Christ-centeredness
Contemporary music
Drama
Scriptures used
Use the gifts of everyone
Focus on God's calling
Shepherd ministry using small groups/cells focusing on outreach to others and a mentoring approach to ministry to all ages and groups.
Discovery of Spiritual gifts for enthusiastic use to enrich the life of the community.
Youth Ministry of outreach and special events.
Response to key community needs and/or specific age groups within three miles of the church.
Through active participation of all, a clear purpose of the church mission and calling.
