A church is more than a place to go on Sundays.  It’s a spiritual family.  And to maximize one’s participation, involvement and appreciation for the church, they need to become fully a part of it. At Living Hope Community Church, we have instituted a membership process for people to learn about the church and for the church to learn about the person. 

There are two basic questions to ask yourself as you become a member of Living Hope.  Do you know Christ?  Can you adopt yourself to the spiritual family of Living Hope?  Prayerfully consider this decision and feel free to talk with any of the pastors or the person in charge of the membership committee. We believe that every Christian should be an integral part of a church family.  Join us.

To Become a Member . . .

1.  Please fill out the membership application. 

You will need to fill our a membership application that is available on the welcome wagon or on the website.  If you are applying for membership together with your spouse, please fill out separate applications.

2.  Interview with a pastor or elder. 

You will need to set up an interview with one of the elders or pastors of the church.  An elder's or pastor's signature is required for the completion of membership application.  When completed, turn in the application to the deacon in charge of membership. 

3.  Attend the membership class.

The classes are normally held on the third Saturdays (9-12am) and third Sundays (2-5pm) of February, May, August, or November.  You can come to either of these meetings.  It is held at the Ministry Center.  Please check the bulletin or online calendar.  During the membership class, you’ll learn a great deal more about the church. You’ll learn Living Hope’s purposes , history, vision, core values, doctrines, bylaws, and structure. You’ll also learn how you can use your gifs, talents, experience and resources to serve.  In addition, you’ll learn what it means to encourage, meet with, and hold accountable other family members.

4.  Participate in the membership ceremony.

At the conclusion of the membership classes, you will be invited to formally join the church through signing a covenant and participating in a ceremony during Sunday service. This normally occurs on the fourth Sunday of the month.  There is normally a welcoming luncheon for the new members at the home of Pastor Steve on that day.

For further questions, please contact the deacon in charge of the membership committee.

Membership Application - Word format