Next class opportunity: October 13, 2012
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
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We are grateful that you are thinking of making Liberty your church home! The class provides an in-depth look at the church’s statement of faith, our church’s values and general aspects of our church identity that unify our body. It’s a great time to get to know our church better whether or not you decide to apply for membership. It will be a time of teaching, as well as a chance to meet some of the ministry leaders. My prayer is that you will be encouraged as you take steps toward more deeply identifying and committing to our church.

When you have finished your class hours for membership, you have the option of filling out a membership application and meeting with an elder for a prospective member interview. After completing that step, you will then be given the opportunity to share your testimony with a small group of your choice from Liberty.

Upon completing the membership process, you will be invited to be presented to the congregation as new members on a date that will be arranged for the whole group. After the three services of that Sunday morning, members from our congregation will have the opportunity to say a word of welcome and shake your hand. During those services, the congregation and the new members will also speak together the covenant of membership, which you will learn more about during the class.

If I can answer any other questions, please do not hesitate to call me. I look forward to registering you! Please watch the website, bulletin or announcement for the next scheduled opportunity! Kelly Longhi, 926-3038 ext. 30, mailto:KellyL@LBChurch.org.

What is membership at Liberty?
An important aspect of a strong family is commitment: loving and supporting each other, working together and identifying with family values and beliefs.  Belonging to a church family is very similar and involves membership. Membership is also a commitment, expressing an individual's identification, participation and partnership with the local church. It is a public statement of allegiance, signifying agreement with what the church believes and values.

Is Liberty a part of any denomination?
Liberty Bible Church is a part of the Evangelical Free Church of America. The EFCA is an association of about 1300 autonomous churches united by a mutual commitment to serve the Lord Jesus Christ with the guidance of the Holy Spirit and in obedience to the Word of God. The term "Evangelical" refers to our commitment to the proclamation of the gospel and to the authority of the Scriptures as the only safe and sufficient guide to faith and practice. The term "Free" refers to the autonomy of local churches, as well as to a congregational form of government. Evangelical Free Churches depend upon the active participation of lay people in their decisions and ministries.

What do I have to do to become a member?
You attend the membership class, meet with an elder and give your testimony in an Adult Small Group.

What are my responsibilities?
The responsibilities of a member are to give your time, talent and treasure to expansion of this ministry.

What are my benefits as a member?
As a member you will be part of the spiritual shepherding of the church leaders. As a member you can now vote in any congregational meeting. As a member you may now serve on one of our elected ministry teams.

What does the class involve?
The all day class meets from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm with lunch provided. In the class you will receive teaching on the church's doctrine, purpose, goals and ministries. It will be a great time for you to ask any questions about the church. It is taught by our elders and pastors.

Why do I have to give my testimony?
We believe that it is important to be able to give a verbal testimony of your faith journey and conversion. We understand that public speaking can be scary and we will be help you find a group that you are comfortable sharing with.