WHY SHOULD I JOIN A CHURCH?
We’re glad you asked!
At Redeemer we believe local church membership is the visible expression of the invisible work of God in the life of His followers. Membership in a local church is essentially a pledge or a commitment not to an organization or an institution, but to other people, to be “members of one another” (Rom. 12:5). Individuals wishing to join RCC must be people who have surrendered their lives to Jesus, and who are committed to one another, to God’s Word, to worship, and to the mission of the church.
If you’re thinking about joining Redeemer, before you decide — we want you to know exactly what it means to join, what you can expect as a member, and what is required when you join. We regularly host an informational meeting about church membership, and everyone is welcome to check us out. There is no obligation to become a member, even after attending the class.
Three steps to take before becoming a member:
STEP 1: starting point
Download Starting Point, the RCC membership booklet (Click here to download). We have updated our booklet to make it more in line with our current plan and schedule.
Please bring this booklet with you to your scheduled Membership Meeting and feel free to write in it. In the back of the Starting Point booklet, you will find our membership application. Each person desiring membership at Redeemer will need to fill out one of these .
The booklet includes our:
- Doctrinal Statement
- Constitution
- Commitment to Preserving Marriages
- Commitment to Caring for Our Children
- Commitment to Biblical Counseling & Confidentiality
- Commitment to Accountability & Church Discipline
- Membership Application
STEP 2: ATTEND MEMBERSHIP MEETING
This will be an informal time to enjoy an evening meal and morning coffee with most of our elders. At both Friday night and Saturday morning you will hear their testimonies, ask questions, learn more about the meaning of church membership and decide if this is the right time and place for you. This meeting takes place on a Friday night with dinner starting at 6 and wrapping up by 9:30. Friday night we will also discuss our history, what makes us distinctive as a church, and what we believe about worship. Then on Saturday morning between 9:00am - 11:30am, we will talk about who we support and what we think about missions, what are the key ministries of our church, our small group ministry, and next steps.
STEP 3: SCHEDULE FINAL INTERVIEW WITH ELDERS
If you decide to join, a final interview with two elders will be scheduled. During this time, you will share the story of your spiritual journey with the elders who will also answer any additional questions you might have. Once you fulfill the requirements of membership and sign the covenant, you are considered a Redeemer Covenant Member.
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