The following are provided as an overview of the historic faith and beliefs of the United Church of Christ, based upon the Bible and early church tradition. The Evangelical Catechism contains the Biblical teachings of the Evangelical and Reformed tradition of Zion United Church of Christ and reflects the spirit of German Pietism with its emphasis on personal conversion to Jesus Christ. The Doctrine, Guiding Principles and Mission Statement of Zion United Church of Christ are founded upon these beliefs. 

Links to United Church of Christ Beliefs:

      United Church of Christ Statement of Faith

      The Name of Jesus Is above Every Name

      Jesus Christ Is Head of the Church 

      Jesus Christ Is Both Human and Divine

      God's Plan of Salvation

      The Apostles' Creed 

      Nicene Creed 

      United Church of Christ Origins, Characteristics and Beliefs

      The Heidelberg Catechism

      The Evangelical Catechism

      Martin Luther's Small Catechism: a 'short course' in the Christian faith 

Links to Zion United Church of Christ Beliefs and Practices:

       Statements of Doctrine and Faith 

      Zion's Guiding Principles 

          Zion's Mission Statement

          The Sacraments We Practice

          The Rites We Observe