Membership at CC
Why Have Church Membership?
The Church is made up of God’s people of all times, places, and cultures. We are also privileged and called to be part of the local expression of the church. Active membership helps to move us from the vagueness of good intentions to committed participation. Membership is a way of saying, “I’m on the team! I share the vision! I’m here to serve with you!”
As Active Members, we take ownership of the healthiness of the church. We live out mutual responsibility and accountability toward one another. The New Testament gives accounts of the church making decisions, affirming gifts and leadership offices, giving to those in need, supporting mission, and exercising good discipline toward those needing correction, reproof, encouragement and restoration. We need one another and membership says, “We are at each others’ disposal. We’re committed to one another!”
Membership Covenant
The Commitment of the Christ Church Community to You
Spiritual Direction & Discipleship: Pastors, leaders, and others in the church community will provide ways for people of all ages to connect to God. Along with weekly worship services, these ways include practical helps as well as training to equip you for ministry. We will seek to “shepherd” well, providing pastoral care and counsel, accountability and encouragement as specific needs arise.
Scriptural Integrity: We are committed to the highest quality of Biblical teaching in the context of preaching at worship services and teaching in Bible studies and other gatherings.
Healthy Community: Christ Church is committed to love and support you through providing active ministries, weekly worship services, small group communities, and events and activities where you can connect to others.
Care and Support: We will provide ministries that help care for those who are sick, in need of support or recovery, or in times of crisis. We desire to help you connect to serving opportunities in the world around us, reflecting God’s concern for the poor, the needy, and the oppressed. Part of being a compassionate community means “being there for each other” in times of need.
Communication and Participation: The pastoral staff, church staff, and other trained leaders of Christ Church will be a listening and responsive community. We will work toward resolving any conflicts in a Christ-like way with the goal of restoration and peace. In accordance with the Constitution and By-laws of Christ Church, and in fellowship with the Evangelical Covenant Church, members will discuss, approve, and affirm major decisions in the life of the church.
Member Commitment and Response
This is my confession of faith that I believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, my Savior and Lord. I affirm the Holy Scriptures, the Old and New Testament, as the written word of God and the only perfect rule for faith, doctrine, and conduct.
These are my commitments to the Christ Church Community:
Commitment to Christ and His Church -
I commit to fully support, uphold, and help fulfill the mission, core values, and beliefs of Christ Church as we seek to build compassionate Christian communities that transform lives and bring hope to the world.I will actively seek the way of Jesus by pursuing Christian practices (e.g. Worship, Prayer, Scripture, Service, Hospitality, and other spiritual disciplines.)
I will be an active participant in the life and mission of the church through
*Time & Dedication
*Gifts & Abilities
*Finances & Resources
Baptism (infant and believer baptism are accepted forms of this sacrament)
Contact the church office to learn more about baptism at Christ Church. Also see our Baptism page here.
Personal Christian Formation Plan- I intend to prayerfully complete a Christian Formation Plan to help me determine my personal growth goals for the coming year. My desire is to connect to God, connect to others, and connect to Christ’s mission in the world in deeper ways.
Contact the church office for information on how to take next steps in connecting to the church.