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Church Membership

We are so glad you are considering church membership. Please take some time to review the following information. If you have any questions, please email Derek Allen,  Next Steps pastor.

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Church membership is something that many churches have done away with. But we believe membership is a biblical practice and incredibly helpful for both the congregation and church leaders. 

Learn more about membership and register for our next membership class, which will take place on April 6 and 13, 2025. Both classes are mandatory. (Deadline to register for membership class is Thursday, April 3.)  There is a baptism class on April 27 that is required for anyone who needs to be baptized or has questions about baptism.

Childcare will be provided through regular Sunday morning kids ministry. 

Please note: you’re not required to become a member just because you take the membership class. The class is designed to help you make an informed decision about membership here at Stones, and we will walk you through the entire process.
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What is church membership?

Church membership is a relationship between a Christian and a local church where the church provides affirmation and oversight for the Christian’s spiritual growth and the Christian submits their discipleship to the care of the church’s leadership.

Why become a member?

The Christian life is not meant to be lived alone. Every one of us in the church benefits from the gifts and talents that we all have to offer. But we also need leaders around us (men and women) who care about us, strengthen us in our faith, and help us up when we fall. Church membership provides the relationship where all of these benefits can be experienced in the church.