RESOURCES - MEMBERSHIP PROCESS
Step One: Newcomers’ Lunch
Our membership process begins with a monthly dinner for newcomers to the church in the home of one of our pastors. We strive to make these family-friendly times, and welcome everyone to come enjoy a meal together and learn more about the church. It’s very low-key and informal. Learn more / sign-up for class
Step Two: Discovering SPC
Our quarterly Discovering SPC Course is designed to serve as a next step in the membership process. During this course, we take an in-depth look at five components: the Gospel, Worship, Discipleship, Community and Mission. Learn more / siign-up for the class
Step Three: Pastoral Meeting
It is important that we know the members of the church. The pastoral meeting gives you an opportunity to articulate your faith story in a more conversational setting, one-on-one with one of the pastors or staff of the church. It is also gives you a chance to ask any additional questions you might have. Hopefully through this meeting you will learn places of need in our parish–opportunities for you to serve and give and grow.
Step Four: Baptism
The sacrament of baptism is a sign and seal of God’s covenant with his people, and signifies one’s initiation into the Christian community. For those who haven’t experienced Christian baptism, we offer this sacrament to believers and their children. Let us know if you would like to be baptized, and we will gladly walk you through the process. Christian baptism is required of all who choose to become members of our church, and of all who partake of Holy Communion.
Step Five: Membership Covenant
Baptized Christians who have completed the pastoral meeting are invited to sign the church membership covenant. We encourage signing the covenant with other close friends from the church who agree to provide accountability and support through prayer.
What about Transferring Membership from Another Church?
If you were previously a member of another church, make sure to tell one of our pastors during your pastoral meeting. We always make an effort to follow up with your former church in order to provide continuity of pastoral care.
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