This congregation is drawn together by our faith in Jesus Christ for worship and service.  When one becomes a Christian, he / she becomes a member of Christ's church.  He / she is encouraged to be in active fellowship with other believers.

   We are a free, independent, self-governing congregation under Christ alone as Head.  We have no denominational affiliation or earthly headquarters.  Under the Word of God, we are free to study, teach, and work as our conscious leads us.

   We pray for the time when all professed Christians shall divest themselves of all humanly devised barriers and come into the unity of the faith that is in Christ.  We believe that the church on earth is "essentially, intentionally, and constitutionally one".

   We carry on our work and worship, as we understand the Scriptures to teach.  According to the apostolic precedent, we celebrate the Lord's supper every Sunday.  Our music is participative, joyous, and a capella.  Our prayers, largely spontaneous, are intended for power, and not just part of the program.  The proclamation of the word of God is given a prominent place.  Our giving is liberal and proportionate, symbolic of the dedication of all that we have and are.

   Acceptance into the congregation is by baptism or by transfer of membership of a baptized believer.  Those who are not Christians are taught to believe in Jesus Christ with the whole heart, to repent of their sins, confess their faith in the Lord, and be buried with Christ in baptism.  This is what people were taught to do in the New Testament times.

   We do not exist for selfish purposes.  We seek to follow Jesus who came to minister and to give his life a ransom for many.  We are eager to do all we can to be available for prayer, counseling, or any other service we may be able to render in Christ's name and to his glory.

   Our marching orders are the Lord's worldwide commission.  Our hope is His everlasting kingdom and the resurrection of the dead.

What Is The Church of Christ ?

What Does Your Church Believe ?

What Is Distinctive About The Church of Christ ?

Why Does The Church of Christ Sing A Capella Only ?

A Brief History of Instruments in
Christian Worship

Why We Choose to Be A Capella ?

Why Do Churches of Christ Baptize
by Immersion Only ?

Why Do We Teach That Every Believer
Should Be Baptized ?

Why Do We Celebrate Communion
Every Sunday and Only on Sunday ?

How May I Become A Member at
Southern Maine Church of Christ ?

How May I Become a Christian ?