One Accord strives to support DBC in growing a multi-ethnic church that reflects, welcomes, and serves our community. Our vision is to foster a church where all races, people, tribes, and languages come together before the throne.

 

                    

EDUCATE

embracing diversity

ENGAGE

building unity

WORSHIP

glorifying God

How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! (Psalm 133:1)

 

Focus of the Month

 

Easter is a significant holiday in the Christian faith, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. According to the New Testament, Jesus was crucified on a cross on Good Friday, buried in a tomb, and miraculously rose from the dead on the third day.

The Significance of Easter:

Easter is a celebration of Jesus' victory over sin and death, offering hope and salvation to humanity. It is a time for Christians to reflect on the sacrifice Jesus made for their sins and to rejoice in the promise of eternal life through faith in Him.

Traditional Easter Observances:

Many Christians observe Easter by attending church services, participating in Easter egg hunts, and spending time with family and friends. Some also fast or give up certain luxuries during the 40-day Lenten period leading up to Easter, as a way of preparing themselves spiritually for the holiday.

The True Meaning of Easter:

While Easter has become associated with bunnies, eggs, and candy, its true meaning is rooted in the Christian faith. It is a celebration of Jesus' love, sacrifice, and triumph over death, and a reminder of the hope and redemption that He offers to all people..

Celebration of the Month

 

 

Earth Day, celebrated on April 22nd, is a global event promoting environmental protection and sustainability. From a Christian perspective, Earth Day serves as a reminder of humanity's responsibility to care for God's creation.

Stewardship of Creation:

The Bible teaches that God created the world and entrusted humans with its care (Genesis 1:28). Christians believe they have a sacred duty to protect and preserve the natural world for future generations.

Caring for Creation as an Act of Worship:

Christians view caring for the environment as an act of worship, demonstrating their love and respect for God's handiwork. By being good stewards of the earth, Christians can reflect God's character and values.

Practical Ways to Observe Earth Day:
Christians can participate in Earth Day activities, such as:
  • Reducing energy consumption and waste
  • Planting trees and supporting reforestation efforts
  • Conserving water and protecting natural habitats
  • Advocating for environmental policies and practices that promote sustainability
A Biblical Call to Action:

Earth Day serves as a reminder of the Christian call to care for creation. As Psalm 24:1 says, "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world and all who live in it." By working together to protect the environment, Christians can demonstrate their commitment to being faithful stewards of God's creation

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Below are a few of the questions and/or concerns that you may have about our ministry. After reviewing the section, if you have any additional questions and/or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at  . 

Why is racial reconciliation important to the body of Christ?

Reconciliation between people is important because it is important to God. In Ephesians 2, we see that Jesus broke the wall of hostility between Jews and the Gentiles. His purpose was to create in Himself one body, from two very different and distinct ethnic groups. God wants us to be vertically reconciled to Him and horizontally reconciled to others. And as in all cases, reconciliation requires intentional conversations about difficult issues. There is no better place to have difficult conversations than in the Church, a community called to love one another.  

DBC is not a racist church and has a history of non-discrimination towards minorities. Why do we have this ministry given our history?

DBC is a welcoming church and most people who visit here say they feel welcomed at the first point of contact. But integrating into our church can be difficult. We’ve heard this from a variety of people. Finding ways to welcome and receive all people in our increasingly diverse community is critical to our mission. Our purpose for this specific ministry is to build a culture of hospitality in our church for everyone.

I don’t see color. We are all the same, right?

It is good and right to see people based on their character and as God’s creation, made in his image. But God created diverse cultures. In Revelation 7:9, John says “After these things I looked, and behold a great multitude which no one could number, of all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues, standing before the throne…”. The implication is that John saw diversity, and that is OK. We are all different and we can value the diversity this brings. Growing in our understanding of others can help us as a church fulfill our mission to make disciples of all nations so that the vision of Revelation 7:9 is fulfilled!

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One Accord strives to support DBC in growing a multi-ethnic church that reflects, welcomes, and serves our community. Our vision is to foster a church where all races, people, tribes, and languages come together before the throne.

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