First Congregational Church of Bonne Terre

"When our doors are open, so are our minds."
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We are the United Church of Christ
 

The symbol of the United Church of Christ comprises a crown, cross and orb enclosed within a double oval bearing the name of the church and the prayer of Jesus, "That they may all be one" (John 17:21). It is based on an ancient Christian symbol called the "Cross of Victory" or the "Cross Triumphant." The crown symbolizes the sovereignty of Christ. The cross recalls the suffering of Christ—his arms outstretched on the wood of the cross—for the salvation of humanity. The orb, divided into three parts, reminds us of Jesus' command to be his "witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8). The verse from Scripture reflects our historic commitment to the restoration of unity among the separated churches of Jesus Christ.

 

 


 

Click the link above to see article and picture of decendants of church founder C.B. Parsons recent visit to Bonne Terre

 
Descriptive Quotes About Us
 

"Small church with a big heart"

 

"Positive, affirming atmosphere"

 

"Self- thinkers, creative, social issues ok"

 
"Choose to be involved, not obligated"
 
"Free to talk about other ideas and values"
 

"Comfortable place for one's journey with Christ"

 
UCC does not decide how one should "be"