HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER AT SOUTHTOWN
Our church invites you to consider becoming a part of our family of faith. Membership at a church is not a requirement. It is simply a step towards spiritual maturity in your relationship with Jesus Christ as you commit to be an active member of a local church. There are several ways you may become a part of Southtown.
As Someone Wishing to Be Baptized
We practice “believer’s baptism” which means we baptize only those who have made a conscious decision to follow Christ. If you have not yet become a follower, we invite you to talk with any of our church staff, deacons or council. If you are a follower of Christ and have not yet been baptized, we hope you would want to make this decision as a public demonstration of your relationship with Christ.
Upon Your Statement of Faith and Baptism
You may become a member of Southtown by indicating that you are a follower of Christ and have been Scripturally baptized (by immersion).
As A Member From Another Denomination
It is never our intent to draw people away from another church. However, due to various circumstances, you may be interested in becoming a member of Southtown. Indicate this interest on the response card in the bulletin. Our pastor will be in contact with you.
As A Member From Another Baptist Church
Every Christian should belong to a church close to his/her home and be able to participate in weekly activities of worship and Bible study. If you are a member of another Baptist church of like faith and practice, you can transfer your membership.
The Watchcare Ministry
If you are temporarily in the area (student, job situation), you may be interested in our watchcare ministry. You do not transfer your church membership but you are able to be involved in the life and ministry of Southtown. See our pastor or one of our deacons for more information.
Our church invites you to consider becoming a part of our family of faith. Membership at a church is not a requirement. It is simply a step towards spiritual maturity in your relationship with Jesus Christ as you commit to be an active member of a local church. There are several ways you may become a part of Southtown.
As Someone Wishing to Be Baptized
We practice “believer’s baptism” which means we baptize only those who have made a conscious decision to follow Christ. If you have not yet become a follower, we invite you to talk with any of our church staff, deacons or council. If you are a follower of Christ and have not yet been baptized, we hope you would want to make this decision as a public demonstration of your relationship with Christ.
Upon Your Statement of Faith and Baptism
You may become a member of Southtown by indicating that you are a follower of Christ and have been Scripturally baptized (by immersion).
As A Member From Another Denomination
It is never our intent to draw people away from another church. However, due to various circumstances, you may be interested in becoming a member of Southtown. Indicate this interest on the response card in the bulletin. Our pastor will be in contact with you.
As A Member From Another Baptist Church
Every Christian should belong to a church close to his/her home and be able to participate in weekly activities of worship and Bible study. If you are a member of another Baptist church of like faith and practice, you can transfer your membership.
The Watchcare Ministry
If you are temporarily in the area (student, job situation), you may be interested in our watchcare ministry. You do not transfer your church membership but you are able to be involved in the life and ministry of Southtown. See our pastor or one of our deacons for more information.
MEMBER EXPECTATIONS
(What the church expects of you)
- refusing to gossip, - following the leadership of the church.
- that they will know God’s will, - that they will walk by faith, - that they will lead with integrity.
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CHURCH EXPECTATIONS
(What you can expect of the church)
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