What is church membership?
Joining a church is more than just showing up—it’s a commitment. It’s a mutual agreement where the church affirms your faith, and you submit yourself to its care, accountability, and mission.
Membership matters. It’s a beautiful, counter-cultural way to say, “This is my church, my family, and my mission — and I’m all in.”
Church membership isn’t just about where you attend—it’s about belonging. It’s family. It’s service. It’s mission. When you join a church, you gain a community that loves and supports you, a structure of accountability to strengthen your faith, and a mission that equips you to share the Gospel with a lost world.
At Fellowship, we believe salvation and baptism by immersion are essential steps before membership.
Why church membership?
It’s easy to drift in and out of church. Membership says, “I’m all in.” It’s a way to put down roots and commit to growing in your faith alongside others.
We all need people who will walk with us, challenge us, and help us grow. Membership invites trusted friends and leaders to do that in your life.
Pastors are called to shepherd the flock — but they need to know who the flock is. Membership helps your pastors pray for you, support you, and guide you well.
Church isn’t just about what you receive — it’s about using your gifts to serve others. Membership helps you find your role and make a difference.
We exist to love God, love others, and make disciples — and as a member, you’re not just attending a church, you’re part of the mission.
What do church members commit to?
- By acting in love toward other members.
- By refusing to gossip.
- By laying aside personal preferences for Gospel-centered unity.
- By following the leaders as they follow Christ.
- By praying for the church and its members.
- By inviting the unchurched to attend.
- By warmly welcoming those who visit.
- By participating in the mission of making disciples.
- By using my gifts and talents to build up the body.
- By being equipped to serve through biblical teaching and training.
- By developing a servant’s heart.
- By committing to generous and cheerful giving.
- By attending faithfully and participating meaningfully.
- By abiding in Christ through Scripture and prayer.
- By living a godly life that reflects Christ.
- By accepting accountability and striving for holiness.