Following Jesus in close-knit communities of hope, healing, and holiness
Who are the brethren?
Our History, Beliefs, and Lifestyle within our Church Communities
Our desire is to be a vibrant church that closely follows the teachings of Jesus. Our goal is to equip and encourage members to serve their families, their congregations, and their neighbors as taught in the New Testament.
Local Congregations
Our local church communities warmly welcome visitors as we worship Jesus Christ
Our Vision
We believe God intends for us to bring glory to Him by the power of Jesus Christ, and that His teachings should have practical application in our daily lives.
living the truths we believe
God’s Word is the foundation of our faith and life
Living in the eternal truths the Scriptures teach empowers believers to walk in peace and security through this increasingly complex and uncertain world. Take a closer look at what we believe in the following pages.
Explore the historical context of the Brethren movement
The European Reformation Era
Flamed by a zealous hunger for truth the early Anabaptists separated from the state church
The Schwarzenau Beginning
Compelled by their Biblical conviction, the Brethren moved out in faith
Brethren in America
Driven by persecution, the Brethren found a new home in America
Biblical principles should be expressed in our daily lives
Grounded on God’s Word
The foundation of our beliefs is God’s revelation of Himself
Expressed in our daily lives
What we believe motivates how we live
Lived out in community as a witness to Christ
Our love for each other and our neighbors: a witness in our communities
Following Jesus in close-knit communities
Godly Families
Godly homes provide stability for the church and surrounding society
Local Church Communities
The church community is intended to be like family—a place of acceptance, fellowship, and growth
Brotherhood Fellowship
Fellowship across multiple congregations helps build faith, understanding, and unity
OUR CONGREGATIONS
We are a brotherhood of local church communities, united in Christ
Our congregations are located in many states across America. We deeply appreciate the opportunity to fellowship with our brothers and sisters in different areas, and we warmly welcome visitors to our worship services. Whether you live near one of our congregations or are traveling through, please feel free to join us during one of our Sunday services.
For information about “Sunday Services” at specific congregations, hover over or click the dot in the state you are interested in.
2024 Annual Conference
Annual Conference is a gathering of New Conference churches for the purposes of worship, fellowship, and consideration of issues pertaining to the brotherhood.