History

First Christian Church of Troy was founded on July 6, 1856 with eleven people coming together and resolving to form a church body, known as the Church of Christ, taking their belief, that of Alexander Campbell, "Where the Bible speaks we speak, where it is silent we are silent." They met at the Universalist Church on Main Street until 1861 when the brick building on Second Street was completed. During the early years of the church the members felt the need for a Sunday school to train their young people and strengthen the spiritual growth of all members. The membership continued to grow and the original building was expanded. During the 1950's the church became associated with the Disciples of Christ, and adopted the name First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). By 1965 it was obvious the membership had outgrown the facilities and land was purchased on Boone Street. The first services were held in the new church home in March of 1971. Many changes began to take place, not only in increased attendance, but new spiritual growth. In 1987 the foyer was added and in 1991 the "Philomene Muck Fellowship Hall" was dedicated. As a result of these additions the classrooms were re-arranged and a library was added.

Beliefs

We believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. We proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world.

No creed is used as a test of correct belief. We have no creed but Christ and no book but the Bible.

Christian unity is a passion with us and we shun rules that divide people. Instead, we stress freedom and diversity.

We are simply Christians, one part of the whole Body of Christ. serving the world Jesus died to save.

God inspires & empowers both women & men to be church leaders. Women are not excluded from any church office or position.

We celebrate the Lord's Supper at every worship service and we always invite all believers to participate.

We baptize by immersion, but all forms of baptism are honored for someone who joins us by transfer of membership.