The Christian Church Disciples of Christ

As Christians we affirm that Jesus Christ is the son of God and we are all God's Children.

We practice open communion, all who are believers are welcome, celebrated weekly in worship.

Disciples are called together around one essential faith: belief in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.  Persons are free to follow their consciences guided by the Bible, the Holy Spirit, study and prayer and are expected to extend that freedom to others.

We practice Baptism by immersion.  In Baptism our old self-centered life is set aside and a new life in Jesus Christ begins.  Although Disciples practice Baptism by immersion other baptisms are accepted.

Both ministers and lay people lead in worship, service and spiritual growth.

Rev Frank Sherard, Senior Minister: 

Rev Frank has been with St. Charles Ave Christian Church since October of 2007.  He is orginally from Maysville, MO.  Rev. Frank graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Texas Christian University.  He has served as Senior Minister for churches in Stanberry, St. Joseph and Kingston, Missouri. 

Rev Frank serves with the United States Naval Reserve as a Religious Programs Specialist.  He is currently on Active Duty here in New Orleans.  He was recently awarded RP of the Year for the U.S. Naval Reserve.

Rev Frank is married and has two beautiful daughters.  His wife, Ashley, is Coordinator for our Angel Food Program.  His daughters, Lennon and McCartney are 2 years and 8 months old.  Yes, they are Beatles fans. 

Dr. Tom Polinard, Moderator:

Mrs. Ashley Sherard, Angel Food Coordinator: 

Ashley is the wife of Rev. Frank Sherard.  She is a stay at home mother for her two daughters, Lennon and McCartney.  Ashley grew up in St. Joseph, MO and moved to Kansas City upon her marriage to Frank.   She is a conservatory trained flautist and hopes to start teaching private music lessons again soon.