January - 2016

Disciples Voices

Many of you told us you want to hear Disciples of Christ voices on Cross Generational topics. Below you will find blog posts that cover a wide variety of topics relevant to the lives of children, youth, families, and young adults. These blogs represent the individual voice of the author and not necessarily the denomination. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) has a wide range of theological understanding and opinions. We embrace our diversity and discuss it with compassion to create wholeness for all people.

What Can My Church Do for Youth?

I was not born and raised in a church. My parents did not go and the only exposure I had to the church setting was going with my grandparents on major holidays and events. That changed my sophomore year of high school. I was invited to go to Bible study by several of my friends who were members and part of the youth group at First Christian Church Richmond. Bible study turned into youth group, youth group turned into Sunday services, and Sunday services turned into mission t