DISCIPLES OF CHRIST
News and Notes In The Life of Our Church
With religious affiliation in the decline, continuing racism in American society, and increasing income inequality, some scholars and activists are soul-searching about the Black church’s role in today’s United States. Here’s a brief history of the Black church’s diversity and political influence in America. Click through for more …
Read MoreA portion of Union Avenue’s budget is funded with income from the congregation’s Martha Morgan Short funds. As we continue to examine the congregation’a budget components, it’s important to understand the history of these invested funds and how they are designated for several key portions of the church budget. Click through for more …
Read More“I have felt the Spirit nudging both myself and our congregation toward different paths for some time now” Rev. Riggs writes, “and I believe that it is time for my tenure at Union Avenue to draw to a close.” Click through to read more …
Read MoreA stunning bronze sculpture by Richard Hunt memorializing the life and ministry of Tom Stockdale crowns renovations to the Disciples Divinity House at the University of Chicago, symbolizing welcome and provides barrier-free access to the historic building. Click through to read more …
Read MoreWhile our theologies are joyfully different, don't we all see Christ as a caring shepherd? Can you imagine sitting in the sanctuary of Union Avenue Christian Church and not seeing this magnificent depiction of JESUS AS THE GOOD SHEPHERD standing among his flock and looking out over our Chancel Choir? It's very difficult to imagine our chancel without the comforting words of Psalm 23 ever-present and the dappled shades of blue and red and green and gold spilling out to color our celebration of worship.
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