For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on of my hands; for God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline. —2 Timothy 1:6 NRSV

A Spiritual Blessing from God to You

God's Desire to Bless

The nature of God is to love and bless. God's blessing comes through many avenues, such as family, friends, nature, music, or the written word. God desires to further bless you with a personal and specific blessing at key moments in your life journey:

• When you are at transition points (graduation, college, marriage, children, divorce, employment decisions, etc.)
• When the big questions of "Who am I?" and "What is my purpose?" occupy your mind and heart.
• When you want to understand God's will for your life.
• When you sense that God is calling you to new pathways.

In the Community of Christ, the sacrament of evangelist's blessing provides opportunity for this personal and specific ministry. Learn More

What Is an Evangelist's Blessing?

It is a sacred time and space to come closer to God. It is a special prayer of blessing that gives guidance, hope, assurance, and insights to help you on your spiritual journey.

The blessing is usually recorded so you can have a printed copy to keep and refer to as often as you want throughout your life. Learn More

Who May Receive a Blessing?

Anyone who longs for and is willing to prepare for a closer and more intimate encounter with God may receive a blessing. The sacrament of blessing is available to members and friends of Community of Christ.

The blessing most often given is for individuals. However, the sacrament of blessing is also available for families and congregations. Learn More

Who Gives the Blessing?

It is God who blesses through an evangelist, an ordained minister specifically called as a minister of blessing. The evangelist accompanies you as a spiritual coach and companion in this experience. Learn More

What Is Involved if I Want to Receive a Blessing?

You and the evangelist enter into a process of preparation, which may involve a number of conversations where you prayerfully explore hopes, needs, and expectations regarding your life journey. It may include scripture study, journaling, or other spiritual disciplines. The type of preparation and appropriate time and place for the sacrament will be determined in consultation with the evangelist. Learn More

If you would like to learn more about receiving an evangelist blessing, you can obtain additional information by contacting an evangelist or pastor in a local Community of Christ congregation or Community of Christ, Office of the Presiding Evangelist.

Telephone: (816) 833-1000, ext. 3036
E-mail: PresidingEvangelist@CofChrist.org
Internet: www.CofChrist.org/evangelist
Mailing address: 1001 W. Walnut Independence, MO 64050