Thursday, September 09, 2010

How Do I Become A Member?

Purpose:  To invite those who are not members of our congregation into our fellowship and mission to “make Word and Sacrament available to as many people as possible.”

Our Passion:  We believe strongly that the Lord has called us to be and to make disciples, and that membership is secondary to our call as disciples of Jesus.  In keeping with this strong identity in Christ, all adults first complete our “New Member Preparation Process” before joining our congregation.

The Process:  There are three steps for those who would like to become member, in addition to being a baptized Christian who believes in the crucified and risen Lord Jesus Christ.

 

 

Upcoming Dates!

Luncheon With a Pastor
Sundays, 12:15 p.m.
SEP 5, 2010
OCT 3, 2010
NOV 7, 2010

Member Preparation Class
Sunday, 9:30 a.m.
SEP 12, 2010
OCT 10, 2010
NOV 14, 2010

Member Reception
Sat / Sun - Any service time
SEP 18/19, 2010
OCT 16/17, 2010
NOV 20/21, 2010

If you would like to sign-up or just talk about the process of joining the membership of Good Shepherd please feel free to contact:  Pastor Jess Abbott, 891-1700 ext 13, jabbott@goodshepherd.com

Commonly Asked Questions:

What if I am not Baptized?  We will be glad to baptize you or anyone in your family so you can join our membership.  During your meeting with a pastor, simply identify this need and the pastor will work with you to complete the process for baptism.

Does the congregation have childcare during the luncheon and class?  Yes!  Our nursery and Sunday School program will be operating during the classes.  Please contact the church ahead of time if you will need childcare for the luncheon.

How Long Can I Take to Complete the Process?  We hope that this program will offer the greatest number of opportunities for people to join Good Shepherd and at the same time provide the greatest opportunity for fellowship and learning.  The process can be completed in as little as one month, or participants can complete the process over several months.

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What Are The Steps To Membership?

FIRST Step: Luncheon With A Pastor
Luncheons will be offered the first Sunday of each month at 12:15 p.m.  There is no cost to participants; lunch is on us.  Our intent with the luncheon is to deepen our relationship with those joining, present information about being “Lutheran," and to answer specific questions participants may have about being a member of Good Shepherd.  Participants must complete the Luncheon before attending the Member Preparation Class.

SECOND Step: Member Preparation Class
This 75 minute class will be offered on the second Sunday of each month at 9:30 a.m.  During this class participants will learn about the staff and ministries of Good Shepherd.  They will also identify their Spiritual Gifts and consider ways to participate in education, fellowship, worship, and service to our community.

THIRD Step: Reception At A Worship Service
Member receptions will be offered at any of our worship services (5:00 p.m. Sat., 8:00, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Sun.) on the fourth weekend of each month (or sometimes the fifth weekend).  New members may simply choose at which service they want to be received.

  

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