The Door Is Open.

Come as You Are.

At Altoona Christian Church, we are Disciples of Christ who believe in being the kind of church that reflects Christ’s love both inside and outside our walls. Whether you’re seeking connection with God, building community with others, or exploring faith for the first time, there’s a place for you here. Each Sunday, you’ll experience joyful worship, Christ-centered teaching, and a community eager to grow together.

Worship With Us

Sundays at 9:30 am

2890 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA 50009
On the corner of 1st Ave S and 30th Street SW

All are welcome at the Lord’s Table each week.

What To Expect

What’s worship like at ACC?

Come as you are — service lasts about an hour, blends traditional and contemporary music, and always includes communion. Kids are always welcome in worship, with a nursery room available if needed. Each week, members and guests are invited to join us after worship for coffee and snacks in the fellowship hall for community and fellowship.

Welcome

Come as you are with—no dress code, no expectations. Worship is a mix of traditional and contemporary styles, and children are invited to participate right alongside adults. Whether you’re new to Altoona or have lived here for years, we invite you to check us out and experience God’s love in action.

Our Favorite Verses

  • “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”
    John 3:16-17
  • “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever”
    Psalm 23:6
  • “With God all things are possible”
    Matthew 19:16
  • “Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.”
    Romans 15:7
  • “After this, I heard the Lord ask, “Is there anyone I can send? Will someone go for us?” “I’ll go”, I answered. “Send me!””
    Isaiah 6:8
  • “God can bless you with everything you need, and you will always have more than enough to do all kinds of good things for others.”
    Corinthians 2 9:8
  • “When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me. For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.”
    1 Corinthians 13:11-12
  • “Don’t condemn others, and God won’t condemn you. God will be as hard on you as you are on others! He will treat you exactly as you treat them.”
    Matthew 7:1-2

Our
Congregational
Values

At ACC, everyone is welcome. We do not make distinctions based on race, color, creed, orientation, or background. We believe God’s love is for the whole world — and that means you.

Ministries

Faith grows stronger when it’s lived out together. At ACC, you’ll find ministries for every age and stage of life:

  • Children & Youth: Kids worship alongside adults, enjoy hands-on activities, and join summer camps designed just for them.
  • Adults: Bible studies on Sundays and Wednesdays provide a space for learning, encouragement, and real conversation.
  • Outreach: From seasonal potlucks to coat drives and Caring Hands Food Pantry, we serve Altoona and beyond with open hearts.
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Sermons & Worship

Our worship blends the richness of tradition with the freshness of the present. Some Sundays you’ll hear hymns led by organ and piano; other times, contemporary music fills the sanctuary. Every service includes Scripture, prayer, communion, and a message that connects God’s Word to everyday life.

Couldn’t join us in person? You can watch or listen to past sermons online anytime.

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Upcoming Events

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Pastor Paul is here to walk alongside our congregation in faith and daily life. From preaching and teaching to pastoral care, he is available for prayer, counseling, weddings, funerals, or simply a conversation over coffee.

Pastor Paul Elliott