About
National Avenue Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is an open and inclusive, progressive community of faith with a heart for social justice housed in a traditional and liturgical framework. Our commitment to God is embodied by our common concerns for creating faithful and artistic self-expression, working towards global justice, and walking in the way of Jesus. We live in the tension of our diverse backgrounds and our shared story, praying that our eyes will be open to see the God of grace within us, in the space between us, and ahead of us as we walk together.
We are located in center-city Springfield, Missouri. We meet every Sunday morning at 8:30 for coffee, at 9:00 for spiritual conversation, and at 10:00 for worship. For more information, contact:
National Avenue Christian Church
1515 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65804
(417)869.9176
Hi! I’m inquiring about the Good Friday- Stations of thwe Cross through art. If you could send me details RE: Is it guided? Aproximate time for experience? I will publish this in our bulletin here at Covenant Presbyterian Church. P.S. If the link is supposed to tell you all of this… it doesn’t. Thank you for your assistance.
Rev. Ward A. Rudolph
Hello, just checking on tomorrow evening. What time do I need to be there to meet my house guests?
The concert is at 7:30. Thanks!
Where is a list of upcoming events of the Church? News of the Church? Children’s ministry?
Wirt -
Check the calendar section under the “Community” tab for upcoming events. Keep checking your email for the e-blast that will contain all the latest news!
Hello,
I am long time Christian Church member that is looking for a new church home. 41 and single, wondering how I would fit in at National Ave.?
You should certainly come on Sunday and find out!
Hi I have been attending for a while and was supposed to start getting the emails of events….sadly I have not recieved any. How can I get on the list for the emails?
Just fill out the appropriate forms next time you attend, and we’ll have one of our volunteers make sure you’re on the list.
Do you have a statement of beliefs?
We don’t have a specific statement of beliefs, believing ourselves to be united in our commitment to the way of Jesus and to one another in all of our unique expressions of our faith journeys.
Thanks, Matt. You said it just right. If our church had a single statement of beliefs, more than half of us wouldn’t be able to find our place at all. But we are committed to the way of Jesus and to each other. As the UU sign presently said, “Not to think alike but to walk together.”
Who should I contact in order to set up an interview? I am a contributing writer for a LBGT blog to support those in the fundamentalist community. I’m currently writing a series on inclusive, gay-friendly churches and would love to interview someone from your church. I’ve seen you at Pride and so admire the work you are doing.
What kind of interview are you looking to do? I’m sure there are some very nice people around who’d be willing to help.
J. Marie, please feel free to contact me…..or I can direct you to some of our members that would be good for your interview. My contact information is terry_heitman2003@yahoo.com. Looking forward to hearing form you…. Terry
Hi,I am a longtime Springfield resident and am openly gay and coming to service on this Sunday. I am curious if the church has ever or would be open to performing ”commitment”ceramony for gay couples in commited longterm relationships?