Sandy Springs Christian Church - Disciples of Christ

Our church began in 1960 when a small group of dedicated Christians planned and built a new church in North Atlanta. Our present building was constructed in 1971. In 1986, the building was expanded and remodeled and in 2001 the Sanctuary and Dunlap Hall were refurbished. Governed by a Board comprised of elected officers, Sandy Springs Christian Church serves the surrounding community with various ministries and activities.

Sandy Springs Christian Church is a congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). We trace our beginnings back two centuries to Kentucky and western Pennsylvania. Our founders, Barton Stone and Thomas and Alexander Campbell, sought the unity of all Christians on the simple basis of faith. The movement spread rapidly, and today the denomination claims some 700,000 members in the U.S. and Canada.

The symbol of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is a simple red chalice bearing the Cross of St. Andrew. Long associated with the Disciples of Christ as a symbol, the chalice points to the centrality of communion in our life and worship. A Lord's Supper open to all has been characteristic of our church since its beginning. The cross of St. Andrew, national cross of Scotland, focuses attention on the Presbyterian roots of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The color red signifies vitality, spirit, and sacrifice.

Disciples advocate freedom and respect diversity. Creeds may be used, but never as tests of correct beliefs. We hold that Christians can determine through study and prayer what God requires of us. Just as for our founders, the unity of all Christians in the love and service of Jesus Christ continues to be our goal.