We invite your
participation and membership in Monroeville United Methodist Church.
You may unite with
us in one of several ways, as outlined below. Regardless of
the way you come to join our church, part of the process of
membership in Monroeville United Methodist Church will be your
participation in an orientation with others in a New Members Class
that is led by the new member orientation team and pastors.
By Profession of Faith & Baptism
If you are not now a baptized
Christian, the minister will be happy to discuss the meaning of
the Sacrament with you in your home or in his/her office at your
convenience.
By
Transfer from another United Methodist Church
Simply mark the attendance
registration sheet at a Sunday service "Wish to Join" and the
minister will get in touch with you. You may request that
we write for your letter of transfer. it is not necessary
for you to write your former church; we will handle the details
for you.
By
Transfer from another Christian denomination
This process is very much like the one
above. Since you are already baptized and confirmed, these
steps will not be repeated. You will be asked to take the
one vow taken by all members of the United Methodist Church:
"Will you be loyal to the United
Methodist Church and uphold it by your prayers, your
presence, your gifts and your service?"
By
Transfer from a denomination which does not accept transferal
across denominational lines.
Your baptism is accepted. You
will be reconfirmed in a process called Renewal of Vows.
Affiliate Membership
If you are a United Methodist
temporarily living in the Monroeville area and you wish to
retain membership in your "home" church, you can become an
Affiliate Member of Monroeville United Methodist Church.
This grants you pastoral care, fellowship and participation at
Monroeville United Methodist Church. You will be counted
on the rolls of your "home" church.
The Lord's Supper
Many persons ask about taking
communion if they are not a member of this church. The
United Methodist Church believes that the Communion table is
open to all who can accept the invitation, regardless of any
church membership or affiliation. The Sacrament of Holy
Communion is observed on the first Sunday of every month at
Monroeville United Methodist Church.
The invitation is to all who are truly
sorry for their sins and intend to lead a new life.
How do I Join the Monroeville