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Published: August 11, 2007
Church of Christ guided by New Testament
Scriptures cited in practices such as musical restrictions
Q :My grandson is marrying a lovely young lady of a different faith. She did not want a wedding in her church because instrumental music was not allowed. She also did not want to get married in our church. She wanted a backyard wedding.

Would you please enlighten us on the beliefs of the Church of Christ?

Elaine, Piedmont

A :Each Church of Christ traces its heritage to the Restoration Movement that swe...

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