The Nature of the Church
All who are in fellowship with Christ are members of His spiritual body, the universal church (1Cor 12:12; Col 1:18). The universal church is a spiritual entity, with Jesus as its head and saved people throughout the world as members of His body (Eph 1:22-23; Acts 2:47). As such, the universal church has no earthly or physical organization.
Wherever Christians extend fellowship to each other in worship and work, we find a congregation or local church. We read about churches in Jerusalem, Rome, and other places in the Bible. These were not different kinds of churches (as prevalent today) but congregations of Christians in various areas.
These congregations were independent and self-governing, each having a plurality of elders (also known as bishops and pastors) watching out for their souls (Acts 20:17,28; 1Pet 5:1-4). Assisting the elders were deacons who ministered to the congregation's needs (Phi 1:1; 1 Tim 3:8-13). The members were dedicated to following the example of the Lord in their daily lives (Eph 5:1-2).
The church in Geneva seeks to be such a congregation -- a church of Christ -- in our community. (Rom 16:16)
Our Worship Services
- We will praise God and edify one another through singing (Cor 3:16) and offer prayers of supplication and thanksgiving (1Tim 2:1-2)
- There will be a sermon to exhort one another to "continue steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine" (Acts 2:42
- We will observe the Lord's Supper each Sunday as a memorial of our Savior's death (Acts 20:7; 1Cor 11:24-26)
- Only on Sunday do we take up a collection, and this is so members of the church can give as they have purposed in their hearts (1Cor 16:1-2; 2Cor 9:7). As a visitor, you are our guest, so please do not feel under any obligation to give.
Join Us for Sunday Worship
Sunday Bible Study 10:00am - 10:30am
Worship Services 10:45am - 12:00pm