We are an independent church affiliated with the Christian
     Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination:
          Although we are linked with the CC (DOC), we own our
          own property and make independent decisions via an
          elected board consisting of Elders/Deacons/Jr. Deacons
          and members at large in the congregation.  We also
          receive a variety of support resources from the Disciples
          Regional Office. 

          More information about the Christian Church (Disciples
          of Christ) is available in the church office or on line at
          www.disciples.org.  More information about Disciples in
          Kentucky is available in the church office or on line at
          www.ccinky.net.

     We observe and practice two ordinances:
          We serve Communion each week and at other special
          occasions.  There are no restrictions on participating.

          We baptize by immersion.  We also accept the form
          of baptism from other churches and do not require
          re-baptism for membership.

     We are ecumenical:
          Our membership is made up from people who grew up
          in the denomination, people who made their profession
          of faith and were baptized here, as well as people who
          have transferred from other churches, i.e. Southern
          Baptist, Methodist, Roman Catholic, Independent
          Christian Churches, Lutheran, Church of Christ and
          other churches.

          We participate with other churches for joint worship
          services.  We are a member of the Kentucky Council
          of Churches.  The denomination has established a
          covenant with the United Church of Christ and shares
          many joint ministries including missionaries both in the
          United States and around the world.

     We strive for equal opportunity in all areas:
          Children have a special time during the morning worship.
          Older youth are included in the lay leadership on
          Sundays and also serve as Junior Deacons and have
          a voice on church business.  Women serve in leadership
          positions at all levels and as Elders in the church.  We
          recognize the ordination of women in the ministry.

     We consider music to be a vital part of worship:
          The pipe organ is the only pipe organ in Owen County
          and was installed in 1918.  We utilize both piano and
          organ in worship service.  There is opportunity to
          sing in the choir.  We have both a children's choir
          and an adult choir.

     We have a variety of worship services:
          Worship each Sunday, Ash Wednesday, Maundy
          Thursday, Community Christmas Eve, Blessing of
          Children, Youth, and Holy Humor Sunday are among
          the types of worship services conducted at FCC.

     We have various opportunities for local, national and
     international outreach:
          Project graduation, Owen Co. Ministerial Association,
          Owen Co. Community Services, Owen Co. Clothing
          Store, disaster relief, and special requests.  We take
          five special offerings during the year; Week of
          Compassion, Easter, Pentecost, Thanksgiving and
          Christmas.  These offerings include outreach to the
          poorest of poor, emergency relief, new church starts,
          educational institutions, regional work, homes for
          children and older adults, plus much more.  Detailed
          information can be obtained in the church office or
          by the links already listed.

     We have a variety of church programs:
          Sunday School classes, Vacation Bible School, church
          camps, bible studies, opportunities for volunteer work,
          carry-in dinners, parties and special events.

     We are working to remove any barrier to worship and
     activities:
          A new sound system has been installed and individual
          assisted hearing devices allow those with hearing
          impairment to hear anywhere in the church.  Access
          to the church has been initiated and more ramps are
          scheduled to be built.  There is a committee actively
          working with architects to improve facilities even
          more.

          1855 Owenton Christian Church founded - services
                  held in homes and courthouse.

          1869 & 70  Lot purchased to build church and church
                  built.

          1893  Bro. Donaldson hired as preacher at $950 per
                  year - amount to be collected by subscription.

          1914  Church destroyed by fire.

          1915  Present Sanctuary built.  Stained glass windows
                   installed $495 (now priceless).

          1918  Dedication of pipe organ on Easter Sunday.

          1920  Church shows religious films at Dixie Theater.
                   Some in town disapprove.

          1940  Dedication of addition, second floor added.

          1949  Dedication of annex and basement.

          1955  100th Anniversary - Mattie Young oldest
                   member with 70 years of service.

          1983  Incorporation of Church name changed to
                   First Christian Church.

          2001  Bourne House purchased.

          2003  Architectural Consultation from Board of
                   Church Extension.  Bourne House taken down.

          2005  Congregation approves hiring Pearson &
                   Peters Architects.  150th Anniversary Planned.