MEMBERSHIP

FOUNDATIONS

Every true member of the Church has become so by the sovereign effectual calling and regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.  It is God Himself who calls us out of darkness and translates us into the Kingdom of His dear Son.  Therefore, we take membership in the church to be a weighty matter, and one that is indicative of the workings of God.

 

All that are “the called out ones” are in relationship with God through the “New Covenant” made in the blood of Jesus Christ our Lord.  Because this relationship has a covenantal foundation, we hold to a “covenant membership” and require all members to join by covenant. 

 

This foundation requires that all matters of church life are to be considered thoughtfully and with genuine concern for faithfulness.  We are joined together by the Spirit and are responsible to care for one another in loving relationships and to fully support the ministry through attendance, prayer, and giving.

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QUALIFICATIONS

In order to preserve the purity and unity of Christ’s church, we must be diligent with the authority and responsibility given by God to insure a faithful and regenerate membership.  This requires us to get to know every individual desiring membership, witness their life in Christ, and provide them every opportunity to investigate and observe the doctrines and functions of this church in order to determine their alignment with and willing submission towards such a commitment.  In lieu of this great responsibility, the following are necessary to become a member:

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• Have a credible testimony of the Lord’s saving grace

• Lead a life consistent with godliness and submission to Christ

• Baptism, by mode of immersion, administered by an ordained pastor

• Not be under the discipline of another church

• Complete our ~7-week Membership class

• Agree with and sign the Church Covenant

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