Why does membership matter?
Church membership is more than church attendance. Church membership is a display of God’s design for the Church to live in unity and on mission together so that the world can see Him.
Church membership matters because it makes your commitment to Christ and His people visible, accountable, and intentional. It’s how Christians can corporately take spiritual responsibility for one another, grow together in faith, and live out the gospel in community as God’s Church.
Church membership matters because it makes your commitment to Christ and His people visible, accountable, and intentional. It’s how Christians can corporately take spiritual responsibility for one another, grow together in faith, and live out the gospel in community as God’s Church.
Why does membership matter?
Church membership is more than church attendance. Church membership is a display of God’s design for the Church to live in unity and on mission together so that the world can see Him.
Church membership matters because it makes your commitment to Christ and His people visible, accountable, and intentional. It’s how Christians can corporately take spiritual responsibility for one another, grow together in faith, and live out the gospel in community as God’s Church.
Church membership matters because it makes your commitment to Christ and His people visible, accountable, and intentional. It’s how Christians can corporately take spiritual responsibility for one another, grow together in faith, and live out the gospel in community as God’s Church.
Why is church membership important?
Church membership isn’t about jumping through religious hoops. It’s about shared responsibility. The church takes responsibility for the believer’s discipleship, and the believer commits to that church family in return. It’s an opportunity to give visible expression to our identity in Christ’s body.
Believers can only obey the majority of God’s new covenant commands through active membership in a local church. Here is a list of commands that are obeyed in the context of the local church: the “one-another” commands, taking communion in remembrance of Christ, singing spiritual songs to God, obeying your leaders, teaching and admonishing each other, and using your spiritual gifts and resources to edify the church. These examples show the importance of church membership.
Believers can only obey the majority of God’s new covenant commands through active membership in a local church. Here is a list of commands that are obeyed in the context of the local church: the “one-another” commands, taking communion in remembrance of Christ, singing spiritual songs to God, obeying your leaders, teaching and admonishing each other, and using your spiritual gifts and resources to edify the church. These examples show the importance of church membership.
Is choosing a church optional for a Christian?
While a Christian must personally choose to join a church, that doesn’t make the church optional. We believe that to follow Christ is to follow Him alongside His people. In other words, if you belong to Christ, you also belong to His Church. If you’ve been adopted by God, you are part of the family of God.
What actually happens when someone becomes a church member?
- The church affirms the person’s faith and baptism as genuine.
- The church commits to help that person grow in Christ through care, teaching, and accountability.
- The person submits their discipleship to the church’s care, trusting its leadership and committing to live out their faith in that community.
How does the local church welcome new members?
The church essentially says, “We believe your profession of faith and baptism are real. We publicly recognize you as someone who belongs to Jesus, welcome you into our care and fellowship, and commit to sharing Christ to a lost world alongside you.” We help you integrate into our church family by connecting you to a group, a serve team, and one of our seven pastors for available elder care.
How do new members fold into this local church?
Through membership, the individual says, “Because I see this church as a faithful, gospel-teaching, gospel-sharing body, I commit to grow here, serve here, and follow Jesus with you under the lordship of Christ.” As soon as possible, they find their place in the body, stewarding their gifts, time, and resources through joining a small group, serve team, and outreach opportunities.
Are there any requirements for becoming a church member?
1. Agree with our foundational beliefs in the Statement of Faith. 1 Corinthians 15:1-3
2. Consistently participate in Sunday worship. Hebrews 10:24-25
3. Commit to fellowship in a small group and/or Bible study. Acts 2:42-47
4. Serve on a GracePoint ministry team. 1 Peter 4:10-11
5. Attend member meetings. Matthew 18:15-20
6. Commit to spiritual growth and building up others. 2 Peter 3:18, Colossians 2:6-7, Hebrews 3:13
7. Submit to the spiritual care and oversight of the congregation and its elders. Matthew 18:15-20; Hebrews 13:17
2. Consistently participate in Sunday worship. Hebrews 10:24-25
3. Commit to fellowship in a small group and/or Bible study. Acts 2:42-47
4. Serve on a GracePoint ministry team. 1 Peter 4:10-11
5. Attend member meetings. Matthew 18:15-20
6. Commit to spiritual growth and building up others. 2 Peter 3:18, Colossians 2:6-7, Hebrews 3:13
7. Submit to the spiritual care and oversight of the congregation and its elders. Matthew 18:15-20; Hebrews 13:17
Why is church membership important?
Church membership isn’t about jumping through religious hoops. It’s about shared responsibility. The church takes responsibility for the believer’s discipleship, and the believer commits to that church family in return. It’s an opportunity to give visible expression to our identity in Christ’s body.
Believers can only obey the majority of God’s new covenant commands through active membership in a local church. Here is a list of commands that are obeyed in the context of the local church: the “one-another” commands, taking communion in remembrance of Christ, singing spiritual songs to God, obeying your leaders, teaching and admonishing each other, and using your spiritual gifts and resources to edify the church. These examples show the importance of church membership.
Believers can only obey the majority of God’s new covenant commands through active membership in a local church. Here is a list of commands that are obeyed in the context of the local church: the “one-another” commands, taking communion in remembrance of Christ, singing spiritual songs to God, obeying your leaders, teaching and admonishing each other, and using your spiritual gifts and resources to edify the church. These examples show the importance of church membership.
Is choosing a church optional for a Christian?
While a Christian must personally choose to join a church, that doesn’t make the church optional. We believe that to follow Christ is to follow Him alongside His people. In other words, if you belong to Christ, you also belong to His Church. If you’ve been adopted by God, you are part of the family of God.
What actually happens when someone becomes a church member?
- The church affirms the person’s faith and baptism as genuine.
- The church commits to help that person grow in Christ through care, teaching, and accountability.
- The person submits their discipleship to the church’s care, trusting its leadership and committing to live out their faith in that community.
How does the local church welcome new members?
The church essentially says, “We believe your profession of faith and baptism are real. We publicly recognize you as someone who belongs to Jesus and welcome you into our care and fellowship.” We help you integrate into our church family by connecting you to a group, a serve team, and one of our seven pastors for available elder care.
How do new members fold into this local church?
Through membership, the individual says, “Because I see this church as a faithful, gospel-teaching, gospel-sharing body, I commit to grow here, serve here, and follow Jesus with you under the lordship of Christ.” When the time is right, they find their place in the body through a small group and serve team.
Are there any requirements for becoming a church member?
1. Agree with our foundational beliefs in the Statement of Faith. 1 Corinthians 15:1-3
2. Consistently participate in Sunday worship. Hebrews 10:24-25
3. Commit to fellowship in a small group and/or Bible study. Acts 2:42-47
4. Serve (volunteer) on a GracePoint ministry team. 1 Peter 4:10-11
5. Attend member meetings.Matthew 18:15-20
6. 7. Commit to spiritual growth and building up others. 2 Peter 3:18, Colossians 2:6-7, Hebrews 3:13
Submit to the spiritual care and oversight of the congregation and its elders. Matthew 18:15-20; Hebrews 13:17
2. Consistently participate in Sunday worship. Hebrews 10:24-25
3. Commit to fellowship in a small group and/or Bible study. Acts 2:42-47
4. Serve (volunteer) on a GracePoint ministry team. 1 Peter 4:10-11
5. Attend member meetings.Matthew 18:15-20
6. 7. Commit to spiritual growth and building up others. 2 Peter 3:18, Colossians 2:6-7, Hebrews 3:13
Submit to the spiritual care and oversight of the congregation and its elders. Matthew 18:15-20; Hebrews 13:17
Our Membership Process
Finding a church home is an important step in your faith journey, and we are here to help. Start the process to becoming a member of GracePoint Church today.
1. Attend the Membership Class
Start the membership process by attending a membership class! This class takes place every month on Sundays at 9:30 AM. Childcare is provided. Visit the events page to register for the next class!
2. Complete Membership Questionnaire
The membership questionnaire is a form that asks spiritual questions about your faith background, beliefs, and your story. It also asks for some simple information about you and your family for our membership roster.
3. Meet with a Pastor
When you submit the membership questionnaire, one of our staff members will reach out to you about setting up a conversation with a pastor of GracePoint. This lighthearted meeting is an opportunity for our pastors to meet you in person and hear your story, as well as answer any questions you may have.
4. Get Baptized (If Necessary)
If you are new to the faith or simply haven't been baptized as a believer, we will schedule a baptism with you for an upcoming Sunday. This is in response to the commands of scripture for all believers.
Our Membership Process
Finding a church home is an important step in your faith journey, and we are here to help. Start the process to becoming a member of GracePoint Church today.
1. Attend the Membership Class
Start the membership process by attending a membership class! This class takes place every month on Sundays at 9:30 AM. Childcare is provided. Visit the events page to register for the next class!
2. Complete Membership Questionnaire
The membership questionnaire is a form that asks spiritual questions about your faith background, beliefs, and your story. It also asks for some simple information about you and your family for our membership roster.
3. Meet with a Pastor
When you submit the membership questionnaire, one of our staff members will reach out to you about setting up a conversation with a pastor of GracePoint. This lighthearted meeting is an opportunity for our pastors to meet you in person and hear your story, as well as answer any questions you may have.
4. Get Baptized (If Necessary)
If you are new to the faith or simply haven't been baptized as a believer, we will schedule a baptism with you for an upcoming Sunday. This is in response to the commands of scripture for all believers.
Ready to join the fam?
We can't wait to partner with you in God's mission.
Ready to join the fam?
We can't wait to partner with you in God's mission.