Welcome to Wilshire Christian Church
We are privileged to meet you and invite you to share in the life and ministry of our congregation. Should this be your first visit, we are a congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of the Pacific Southwest Region, whose denominational heritage was founded by Thomas and Alexanfer Campbell and Barton W. Stone. Their theological belief system was premised upon the practice of the First Century as it was set forth in the text of the New Testament writings. [Read More]
Wilshire Christian Church has remained strong in the heritage of its founding fathers and their understanding of Christ's holy gospel. As congregation, our devotion to this sacred trust is furthered identified and practiced as stated in the mission statement of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of the Pacific Southwest Region.
"We affirm that God calls us to be a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world, welcoming all of the Lord's Table just as God has welcomed us. OUR VISION, to be a faithful growing church that demonstrates true community, deep Christian spirituality and passion for justice (Micah 6:8)."
The ongoing witness of our call to mission has flourished across the centuries. We give thanks for those who planted the seeds for Christian witness in 1874 for the establishment of its ministry in downtown Los Angeles. Through its vision, the life and presence of Wilshire Christian Church has continued as a beacon of strength-- even for this time and in this place. We gratefully celebrate the immesurable gifts of ministry empowered upon us in our extraordinary call to be the Church.
About Our Church
Wilshire Christian Church, a congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of the Pacific Southwest Region, is a historic landmark church of downtown Los Angeles. Our welcoming doors are open to all people as we share together the good news of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior. As congregation, with confidence we believe that God empowers us through Christ to witness to His Holy presence from our doorstep to “the ends of the earth”. We extend this mission to you!
The Magnificent Rose Window of French design adorns the west nave above the balcony. The window was designed by Judson Studios and is a copy of the one in Rheims Cathedral.
Prayers of The Community
Do you need special prayer or know someone wishing the presence of God’s comfort through prayer by the Community? With your permission, your name will be added to the prayers of the Community list that is printed in our Sunday worship bulletin. Do lets us know. Please contact the church office. Or send us an email here.
Do you have questions that you feel you can't ask anyone else? Are you curious about the Disciples of Christ congregation, but want more information? Should you seek to know us and who we are—our history, our mission, our theology and our ecumenical relationships– please let this be known to the church staff and leadership. It is important to that you ask questions to explore open dialogue and discussion.
Fellowship and interaction is essential in the community life of our congregation. You are welcomed to join with us as we grow in God’s grace and together enrich our journey of faith, not only as we gather in the “church pew” but that the witness resonates within the community where we live. Send us an email here.
