Making Passionate Disciples: 40 Years of Christ Community Church

Feb 3, 2025

0h 45m

★ 10.0

Making Passionate Disciples who are Belonging, Growing, Serving and Reaching

Overview

This documentary chronicles the journey of Christ Community Church, a thriving multisite church in Chicagoland, founded by Pastor Jim Nicodem and his wife, Sue. From its humble beginnings to its growth into a dynamic community of faith, the film explores the church’s foundation, history, and core values that have shaped its mission. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal stories, this documentary highlights the impact of Christ Community Church on its members, its surrounding communities, and its vision for the future.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Lampstand Story Co.

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Cast

Jim Nicodem

Sue Nicodem

Todd Hertz

Clayton Keenon

Eric Ferris

Larry Stratton

Carol Stratton

Taylor Clausen

Erin Clausen

Steve Clausen

Sharon Clausen

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Making Passionate Disciples: 40 Years of Christ Community Church

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