Sunset Church of Christ

Sunset's History

The Sunset Church of Christ is the result of a merger between the Broadway & Madison and the Scenic & Weaver congre- gations. These two churches with histories that go back to the early part of the 20th Century came together in March of 1985. Construction began on a new building at the corner of Fort & Sunset and the first services were held in August of 1986.

Sunset has completed 20 years of growth and unity. Rapid growth saw the need for moving to two services on Sunday mornings in 1995. In 1997 construction of a new education wing almost doubled the size of the existing building. Again in 2002 modifications allowed for expanded use of the auditorium and in 2004 consturction of a new office and education wing was completed.

We are a church planting church. Having been blessed with much growth over the past decade, a decision was made not to become a mega-church. Instead, with God's help our goal has been to plant as many new congregations in the greater Springfield area as we can.

In December of 2000 the Union Hill congregation was planted in Nixa. Just under 100 members were sent out from Sunset. And the first Sunday in 2006 marked the beginning of the Brookline Church of Christ. On that Sunday around 130 went out from Sunset.

You may have heard of Sunset Church of Christ

through an advertisement, an invitation from a member, or noticed our church building. Allow us to introduce ourselves and let you know what to expect while visiting.

If you live in the area, we would like to get to know you better. We would be glad to sit down with you, study the Bible and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact Joe, Dwight, or one of the elders at (417) 883-2044.

To contact us

We would love to study God's word with you and get to know you better. If you'd like to study in any of the classes listed above, feel free to join us at any time. If you would prefer to study in a more private setting, we would be happy to find a convenient time and place to do so.

There are three ministers who serve the congregation: Joe Bright, Dwight Samuel and Bryce Kidwell. Joe, originally from Texas, has been the pulpit minister since June, 1993. Dwight is a native of SW Missouri and works as an associate minister in the area of outreach. Bryce is also from SW Missouri and began his work as youth minister in 2008. Sunset is also served by 6 elders and 16 deacons. Click on the word Staff below for a list of our church leaders.

Staff

Friendliness

As a visitor, you will be welcomed with warmth and friendliness. We believe in love and friendship toward each other regardless of gender, social or ethnic differences. (Mt. 22:36-40)

Singing

A cappella congregational singing is a part of every worship service. Members of the congregation blend their voices together in psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. The purpose is to praise God, to teach and to admonish one another. (Eph. 5:19, Col. 3:16)

Prayer

During worship services, public prayers are led by men. Prayer is a vital source of strength in a christian's life. We pray to the Lord in private and in the worship assembly. (1 Tim. 2:8-13)

The Lord's Supper

It was a practice of the early church to eat the Lord's supper as a memorial to Christ's death on the cross. On the first day of each week, we partake of the un- leavened bread and the fruit of the vine as an act of communion with Christ. (Mt. 26:26-29)

Teaching

We believe the Bible to be an inspired, authoritative book. As a result, Bible teaching is a part of every worship service and Bible class. (2 Tim. 3:16-17)