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Barberton Church of Christ

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Who We Are

WHO WE ARE - Christians.

WHAT WE OFFER - Spirituality.

WHAT WE BELIEVE - The Bible.

 

  • "...And the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch." (Acts 11:26).
  • We have no denominational affiliation.
  • We wear simply the name of Jesus Christ.
  • We acknowledge Him alone as our Savior and Governing Head.
  • We are simply Christians!

WHAT WE BELIEVE - The Bible.

WHAT WE OFFER - Spirituality.

WHAT WE BELIEVE - The Bible.


  • We belive "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God..." (2 Tim. 3:16).
  • We belive the bible "...is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness," (2 Tim. 3:16).
  • We believe the Bible makes a man complete (2 Tim. 3:17).
  • We Believe the bible equips us for every good work (2 Tim. 3:17).
  • We've no creed. No catechism.
  • We simply believe the Bible. 

WHAT WE OFFER - Spirituality.

WHAT WE OFFER - Spirituality.

WHAT WE OFFER - Spirituality.


  • Worship that is orderly, reverent, and God-centered (1 Cor. 14:40).
  • Preaching that convicts, exhorts, instructs, and encourages (2 Tim. 4:2). 
  • Bible classes that are practical, informative and stimulating for all ages.
  • An atmosphere for building better character and nurturing better homes.
  • A spiritual family committed to God, each other, evangelism, and a heavenly hope.

Welcome to Barberton Church of Christ Church

The Worship Is Simple And Devout

Since our purpose is to be governed in all things by the bible alone, our worship consists only of those elements which were part of the worship of the early church. We sing and pray, partake of the Lord's Supper, preach Gods word for our instruction, and give of our means. We seek to maintain the attitude Christ enjoined when he said "God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth."  (John 4:24)


Our singing, to many visitors the most inspirational part of the worship, deserves a special word. Since the New Testament instructs Christians to sing in worship ("speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord;" Ephesians 5:19), we encourage everyone to sing. Yet, in the bible we find no authority for the use of instruments of music in the worship of the church. Our visitors are often astonished at how beautiful and spiritually stirring it is when, unhindered by instrumental music, all sing, giving praise to God.

The People Are Christians Only

The confusion of the religious worlds today is far different from the unity enjoyed by the early Christians, before traditionalism and distinctive names divided men.  Believing such loyalties to be contrary to the Scriptures, we have no sectarian organization or name, doctrine, or creed. Our authority is the divine authority vested only in the inspired Scriptures. Thus, following the teachings of Christ and his apostles, we are simply Christians-just as were the disciples of the first century. It is the only name by which we are known. The preaching and teaching are bible preaching and teaching since the scriptures are sufficient for our every need ("All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16, 17) 

You Will Find a Friendly Spirit

You Will Find a Friendly Spirit

We believe that friendliness is a natural attitude among people who truly love God. Our visitors, who always receive a warm welcome, appreciate the courtesy and cordiality of these Christians. We truly hope  hope you will accept our invitation to visit us soon. It will be our pleasure to have you. We sincerely believe you will be benefited by coming.

Congregation History

In 1932 the following families worshiped in a store building on 2nd street:


Paul and Mary Anderson, Sr. & Family

John and Gladys Tennet and Family

Ernest and Alice Barker

Scott and Beula Hurt (Briggs)

Oliver and Rose Hopkins

Archie Hopkins

Amos and Bertha Carpenter and Family

Plesent and Erles Starcher

Fred and Florence Cain

Gilbert Everson and Family

Earl Harter

Lora Cecil

Freeda Parks

Ethel Elliott

Ethel Moore

….Thus begun the congregation at Barberton


The first preachers were William Howell and Fred Cain. Oliver Hopkins and John Tennet were Elders. Plesent Starcher and Paul Anderson, Sr. were deacons. Later, around 1933, the congregation moved to an upstairs room in the ???? Hall on Second Street; James P. Miller and Chalmer Gardner preached.


In 1937 the congregation rented a building on the corner of First Street and Paige Avenue, buying it in April 1943. Some of the preachers were Russel Bankes, Carl Stillinger, Kenneth Edgar, Langford, Milan, Frayley, Tom Christy, J.P. Miller, Barnhouse, W.B. McFherson, Sam Griffin and McGlone.


John Tennet and Amos Carpenter were appointed elders. O.C. Smith and Plesent Starcher were appointed Deacons. Harold Allen was appointed Treasurer in 1945.


The congregation sold the building at First and Paige on May 31st 1955, renting it until the new building at State and Robinson Avenue was completed in February 1956.


Orval Buck and Albert Parks were appointed elders February 16th, 1969 until the death of Albert Parks in 1971.


George Lemasters  and Gene Nitz were appointed Elders in 1980.  In 1981 Bill Parks, Sam Silket, and Jim Vaughn were appointed Deacons. This Eldership was dissolved in 1986.


In 1994 Rick Craddock, Morris Norman, and Bill Parks were appointed elders.


Located Preachers have been:

W.A Burcher –  April 1944 to December 1946

Harland Gathon – December 1946 to September 1948

Edward Boring – July 1949 to June 1952

George Lemasters – July 1952 to December 1956

L.J. Nicklas –  January 1957 to November 1959

David Koltenbaugh November 1959 to June 1964

O.C. Birdwell – July 1964 to December 1967

James Prestininzi – January 1968 to January 1970

William B. Murrell – July 1970 to December 1972

Lloyd Barker – May 1973 to August 1978

William Feist – October 1978 to June 1989

Fred Liggen – July 1989 to November 1991

Morris Norman – July 1992 to July 1997

Jim Walsh – August 1997 to June 2004

Jason Schoenholz – September 2004 to July 2005

John Berlin –  June 2006 to March 2009

Keith Welch - July 2009 to July 2024

Luke Welte - April 2025 - Present


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