The Importance of Membership
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“If a church requires nothing of you as a member, and commits nothing to you as a church, it is practicing meaningless membership.” —http://sojournchurch.com/
Being a member is your way of saying, "I’m committed to Parkside Church Westside, and I need and want your prayers and your help in becoming a committed follower of Jesus Christ.” In turn, membership allows our church leaders to express their commitment to lead you, love you, and look after you as ones who will have to attest to our leadership.
When we commit ourselves to one another in this way, membership isn't meaningless—it really matters. We experience the privileges and responsibilities that we have to help one another live and grow in Christ.
Now that we’ve entered into our second year as Parkside Church Westside, we thought it best to establish a more structured membership. We invite you to join us after our regular Sunday service on February 19 and 26* to learn more about the process and how church membership is a two-way expression of commitment that changes one's focus from "me" to "we."
Please RSVP by February 17. We'll provide a light lunch for you during the class.
*Because this class is a two-part series, please plan to attend both sessions. If you are unable to attend both, our next class will be offered in May.