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About Membership
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Are there any requirements for membership at Crossroads?
Yes. To place membership at Crossroads, you must have surrendered your life to follow Jesus Christ. This means that you have accepted
Him as your Savior, and you are following Him as the Lord of your life. Our membership requirements are based on the New Testament
precedents set forth in the book of Romans. First, admit that you (and everyone else) have sinned (Romans 3:23); next, understand that
the penalty for sin is death (Romans 6:23); then, acknowledge that Jesus Christ is God’s only Son and that He paid the penalty for your
sins by His death on the cross (Romans 5:8, 10:9-10); and finally, follow Christ through baptism by immersion into His death, burial and
resurrection (Romans 6:3-4).
What is expected of me as a member?
Church membership is valuable to both the member and the church, and both have certain responsibilities that accompany the membership
commitment. Through membership, the church is committing to the spiritual care and development of the member, and the member is committing
to personal growth and participation in the life and mission of the church. These biblical expectations are clearly defined at our
membership class held several times a year. Contact the church office or watch the weekend bulletin for upcoming membership class dates
and times. Another useful resource is the Eight Essentials for Growing Christians brochure available in the Lobby.
When should I become a member?
This answer is different for every person. Some are ready to place their membership after only a few visits. Others require more time to
explore the teachings, beliefs and expectations of the church. However, if you are a faithful attendee; if you have entered into a
relationship with Jesus Christ and have been baptized by immersion; and if you are ready to consider Crossroads your church home, then you
are ready to place your membership.
How do I become a member of Crossroads?
You can join the church by declaring your intention at the time of your baptism. If you are already a baptized believer, you can respond
to the invitation extended during each weekend worship service. If you are not able to respond during the worship service, please contact
the church office to speak with a pastor or to register for the next membership class.
If I have already received Christ and have been baptized by immersion in another church, will I have to be baptized again to be a member of
Crossroads?
The answer in most situations is no. We believe that you are baptized into God’s family and not a particular church. However, some people
who become members choose to be baptized again if they feel their baptism was for the wrong reason, such as an adult who was baptized as a
child because of pressure from a friend or parent. If you have specific questions, we would be happy to discuss them with you.
Do I have to be a member to serve at Crossroads?
Many of the ministry opportunities at Crossroads do not require you to be a member. There are some, however, which do require membership.
As a general guideline, membership is required to participate in leadership roles at Crossroads.
The membership process has been designed to be a personally enriching step in your ongoing walk with Christ. We hope you will experience
the many benefits of taking this step soon.
For more information church membership, please contact our evangelism pastor, Paul Linge, at
858-3080, ext. 317.
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