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Services

Saturday - 11AM Sabbath Service | Wednesday - 7PM Bible Study

office

9658 Baltimore Ave,
Suite 300
College Park, MD

Contact

202-313-1500
Pastorjohn@21ccoc.org

Welcome to 21st Century Church of Christ

We at 21st Century Church of Christ invite you to worship with us! No matter where you are at on life’s journey,

you are welcome here!

We believe that God loves all of creation, and through Jesus Christ we are brought into fellowship with God. We are a family, proclaiming the love and grace of God, as found in God's Word. All are welcome at 21st Century Church of Christ  - those who believe as well as those who are seeking.

At each service, we gather for meaningful worship to study God’s word. We reach out with the heart of ministry to care for our neighbors in the name of Christ here and around the world via our charity, the National Agape Gift Bag & Sock Ministry.

You will discover many exciting opportunities at 21st Century Church of Christ  as we are now forming our congregation. Our website is just the introduction to the spirit of our church. We want you to feel at home and comfortable here. We are pleased to welcome you as part of a growing and diverse Christian community.

Please join us for an upcoming worship service. There’s a place for you here at 21st Century Church of Christ.

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I want to know what the future holds for us...

Are you a believer who doesn't know much about the Bible? You are not alone. We invite you to check out our site, which is filled with what the Bible teaches about what God has in store for us.

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I want to learn more about Christ!

Why do we put an emphasis on having a relationship with Christ? Why is He important to you? How can you know that He is the ONLY way or path to God? Why does any of this matter?

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Events

20 Nov

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
23 Nov

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
27 Nov

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
30 Nov

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
04 Dec

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
07 Dec

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
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Events

20 Nov

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
23 Nov

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
27 Nov

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
view all events

Events

30 Nov

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
04 Dec

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
07 Dec

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
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Events

11 Dec

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
14 Dec

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
18 Dec

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
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Events

21 Dec

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
25 Dec

Virtual Bible Study

7:00 PM
28 Dec

Sabbath Service

11:00 AM
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become a member

Membership in the body of Christ is not achieved through human effort, religious rituals, or adherence to a set of doctrines but through faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. This faith is marked by repentance from sin, baptism, and the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, who incorporates the believer into the body of Christ. "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God" (Ephesians 2:8).


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Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Offer Bible Studies?
Yes, we do offer personal or group Bible studies upon request. Contact our pastor at his email address: pastorjohn@21ccoc.org.
Are You A Part of the Church of Christ Denomination?
No, we are not apart of the Church of Christ. We are called the 21st Century Church of Christ because that is what we are. We are a church of Christ because we follow Him with the same teaching as the first century. We are also non-denominational. Lastly, we would be considered as modern-day Israelites.
What Does Your Church Teach?
Our Church teaches and holds to the doctrines of the first-century Apostles and disciples of Christ. We use the Bible as our guide to understanding and conducting the Church just the way the Apostles did 2000 years ago. Our meetings are only an hour and offer a short discussion on a variety of biblical subjects usually prophecy dealing with the return of Christ. We believe that teaching and spreading the Gospel to the inhabited earth as a witness before the end comes is the direct commandment of Jesus Christ Himself. We know that we are a part of the remnant of God because we honor the commandments of God and bear testimony to Jesus Christ as found in the book of Revelation.
How Many People Attend Your Services?
Right now, we only have a few members as we have just started to form a physical location.

Who is the Leader of Your Church
Pastor John McCain is both senior pastor and president of the Church. You can read all about him under the leadership heading.

How Are Your Meetings Conducted?
Our meetings have a topic that the pastor discusses in detail. The congregation is free to have their questions answered during the discussion to edify the entire congregation. Our purpose is to teach the scriptures so that each member can share what they have learned, apply it to their lives, and then share it with others. This way, the Church is educated as a whole on matters of doctrine. We are a teaching church! We teach the scriptures including prophecy to prepare for the coming of Christ. We believe that Yahweh is the source of all life and through His son Yeshua we gain everlasting life. We want our members to understand this wholeheartedly so that they are able to teach others about the goodness of God and His plan for mankind.

Do You Follow the Ten Commandments?
Absolutely! We believe that the Ten Commandments are still applicable for today's believers. Yahweh wrote them with His very finger and they are currently in the Ark of the Covenant which is in heaven. We believe each of the commandments are vital to the everyday life of the true follower of Christ.
Are you a 501c3 Organization?
Yes, we are. That means your donations are tax-deductible.
Is this a church where God's Word is faithfully taught?
We certainly are. We are the true meaning of “sola scriptura,” the Bible alone. We continue where the first-century ekklesia left off.
Is this a church in which the gospel is cherished and clearly proclaimed?
The Gospel of Messiah Yeshua (Jesus Christ) is clearly taught in our congregation as commanded by Christ himself. The Gospel is believing that Jesus was born, died, and resurrected in bodily form after 3.5 days. He is now seated at the “right hand of the Father.”
Is this a church committed to reaching non-Christians with the gospel?
Yes, good question. We are commanded to go out and reach non-believers, first teaching and then baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Is this a church where sound doctrine matters?
Sound doctrine is pivotal to the church, especially when lives are at stake. We pride ourselves with following the doctrine of the early Apostles.

Beliefs

Our beliefs are taken from the Holy Scriptures.  The early messianic community followed the doctrines of the Apostles. And at 21st Century Church of Christ, we are no different. Some of our beliefs are observing the 7th-day Sabbath, Honoring the Ten Commandments, and the deity of Messiah Yeshua (Jesus Christ).

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Baptism

Baptism is an ordinance instituted by Jesus Christ in the New Testament (Matt 28:19) for those who confess faith in him (Acts 2:38; Mark 16:16; Acts 8:12). Baptism is done by immersing the whole body in water (Matt 3:16; Acts 8:38-39), in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit (Matt. 28:19).
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the last supper

Messiah Yeshua asked us to remember Him by partaking in bread and wine, which symbolizes his body and blood. Find out what it means for us today.

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foot washing

Foot washing is an ordinance in our congregation. Find out why we practice this event and what you can learn from it.

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head coverings for women

The sisters in our congregation who have assignments that require prayer or teaching (or even prophesying) cover their heads just as they did in the early messianic communities. Find out why.

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devotionals

To read your devotionals, click the button below. Devotionals help to grow your faith and help you to understand matters of scripture. Try reading and studying your devotionals today!

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Who We Are

We are the 21st Century Church of Christ, a small fellowship of faithful believers who study the scriptures, spread the Gospel, fervently pray for God's kingdom to come, and help those in need.


What We Do

We use the Holy Spirit to edify ourselves and others.


What's Different

We use advanced technology to reach and teach anyone wanting to learn what Yahweh God and Yeshua (Jesus Christ ) command us to do.


Prayer Requests

Are you in need of prayer? Our pastor will pray on your behalf. Please fill out the form and Pastor John will get in contact with you personally! 


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Today's Bible Quiz

QUESTION: Why is idolatry wrong?

ANSWER: 

Idolatry in the Bible


Idolatry, the worship of idols or false gods, is yet another practice denounced in the Scriptures. God’s command against idolatry is clear from the outset, encapsulated in the Ten Commandments: "Thou shalt have no other gods before me" and "Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image" (Exodus 20:3-4). The worship of idols often symbolizes placing anything, whether it be entities, wealth, or personal desires, above God.


The Bible recounts numerous instances where the Israelites turned to idolatry and faced divine judgment as a consequence. A well-known example is the golden calf incident in Exodus 32, where the people created an idol while Moses was on Mount Sinai. God's reaction underscored the violation of their covenant with Him.


In the New Testament, idolatry takes on an expanded meaning encompassing anything that takes priority over God in one's heart and life. Colossians 3:5 admonishes believers: "Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry." Here, idolatry is linked to greed and misplaced desires.


Theological Reflection


In both witchcraft and idolatry, the Bible calls believers to remain steadfast in their devotion to God, rejecting influences and practices that detract from His sovereignty. These practices represent deeper spiritual rebellions, often arising from a human desire for control, knowledge, or fulfillment outside of God's will.


The Bible invites individuals to find their spiritual needs and fulfillment through a relationship with God, emphasizing faith, obedience, and trust in God's wisdom and provision: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding" (Proverbs 3:5).


In summary, the biblical response to witchcraft and idolatry is rooted in the call to exclusive and wholehearted devotion to God. These teachings invite us to continually evaluate our priorities, ensuring that our worship and trust remain firmly placed in Him alone.

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our impact on the community in pictures 

These are pictures of our Agape Sock Ministry. Thanks to the hard work of a few good-hearted and dedicated people!

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