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This faithful congregation was established in 1843 and is the fourth oldest congregation in Massillon.
Our current building was constructed in 1958. In 2001 we added a two floor addition. The top floor is a fellowship
hall/hlaf court gym with high ceilings for volleyball and basketball. Just off of the hall is a very nice kitchen which
is great for dinners, and other community events. These facilities are available for rental as well.
Our congregation is a part of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). This denomination has its roots
in the Stone Campbell movement started in the 1830's. Presently there are 188 Disciples churches in Ohio and 3,717 congregations
in the United States and Canada. The Disciples are very active in missions around the world and we have a strong focus
on racial reconciliation. Disciples, also, reach into the world and the United States to help those in need through
Week of Compassion. Our church provides generous support to Week of Compassion each year.
In addition to local activities, camps, and conferences retreats are held for youths and adults at Camp Christian
located near Magnetic Springs, 14 miles from Delaware, Ohio. Youth retreats and conventions are held throughout the
state and at Hiram College and in Bethany College in West Virginia which are both Disciples colleges.
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