“Seeking to know Christ and to make him known!”
Our Vision Statement: We invite all people to join us in proclaiming Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, in growing spiritually, and in serving the community and the world.
We invite you to visit us and meet God in a new and refreshing way; deepen your walk of faith and share in joyful praise and worship; grow in knowing and obeying God’s word; enjoy meaningful Christian fellowship. We will welcome you with compassion, acceptance and Jesus’ love.
History of the Church of the Brethren
The Church of the Brethren is an Evangelical Protestant Church. It was formed in 1708 in Germany under the leadership of Alexander Mack with an Anabaptist and Pietistic background. The first Brethren came to America in 1719, settling the first church in Germantown, PA in 1723. There are now approximately 1,000 congregations throughout the United States and Canada, with out-reach in Ecuador, India, Haiti, Nigeria, Sudan, and China. The headquarters of the church is located in Elgin, Illinois.
What We Believe
God is the maker of heaven and earth
Jesus Christ is the Son of God
forgiveness of our sins is through Jesus Christ
By accepting Jesus Christ into our hearts we will have eternal life
The Trinity includes: God, the Father, God, the Son, and God, the Holy Spirit
Believer’s baptism
We should live at peace with others
Organizations and Activities We Support
