Some things to consider before becoming a Church Member:

 At Christ United Methodist Church, membership is a Four -Fold Commitment. (Prayers, Presence, Gifts and Service) Here is what we mean by that:  

Prayers: You are promising to be in prayer regularly for the ministry and mission of Christ Church as well as its members.

Presence: You are promising to be in church every week unless prevented by illness or some other unavoidable situation.

Gifts: You are promising to give your financial gifts as you are able with 10% of your income being your spiritual goal.

Service: You are promising to serve in at least one area of the church each year.

In return for your promises to God and to this Congregation, we promise to:  

·        Help you grow in your faith through study and small group interaction.

·        Support you and your family as you grow toward Christ likeness

·        Provide opportunities for you and all members of your family to be in fellowship with other Christians

·        Listen to your needs for spiritual counseling or assistance during a family crisis.

·        Stand with you during a family illness or death or other difficult situation.

·        Celebrate with you in all the blessing of your lives including births, baptisms, confirmation and weddings. 

Not sure if you are ready to make this type commitment? There is no rush or pressure to become a member of the church. You are invited and encouraged to participate in all areas of our church both social and spiritual for as long as you like. It is very important to us that everyone that comes to our church has every opportunity to grow as a disciple of Christ. Making disciples is what we are about. We ask that you take your time and pay attention to what God is calling you to do in your life right now.  

Please call Carri Reda any time to talk about any of this information.

Carri Reda
New Member Coordinator
412.835.6621 x22

To get started, please fill out and return an information form to Carri Reda at the church Return via email (visitorinfo@christumc.net), or through the mail (44 Highland Road, Bethel Park, PA, 15102). Click here to access the information form. Whether or not you are ready to become a member, this information will help us know how we can serve you best. 

You are welcome to visit our church and participate in any and all of our programs from the first time you walk through our door. When and if you decided to publicly declare your faith or would like to make Christ Church your official church home, either through transfer from another church of reaffirmation of a commitment made at another point in your Christian journey, the process will be as follows:

New member gatherings:
Individuals interested in church membership gather for a two-session class series and take vows of membership as a group and are introduced to the congregation.

The class series includes a Sunday morning class (9:30-10:30 am) in the chapel and one Wednesday evening class (7-9 pm) taught by the senior pastor. A dinner with the church staff precedes this class (6:15pm). New members are then introduced to the congregation on the following Sunday, either at morning or evening worship.

We consider the membership process to be a beginning or continuation of the discipleship journey. You are encouraged to continue your life-long journey through participation in classes, bible study, and small groups.

Designations of membership:
If members-to-be have not been baptized, baptism is available during the membership class series.

All faith backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to become a part of our church family. The following designations are available:
Profession of Faith: For those who have never joined a church before. A public declaration of your faith in God for the first time. You will be asked to kneel for a special blessing by the pastor as part of your membership vows.
Transfer: For those who have been an active member in any other Protestant church. We will send a letter of transfer to that church.
Reaffirmation of Faith: For those with no active Protestant membership, or those coming from Roman Catholic or Orthodox traditions, reaffirmation of your faith will be a part of your new membership.

Vows of Membership:
During the membership vows, the pastor will ask you if you will support the church with your prayers, presence, gifts, and service. These four components are important tools of discipleship and are discussed as part of the membership class series.

More information about membership is available by calling Carri Reda at the church office (412) 835-6621, ext. 22, or by emailing her at visitorinfo@christumc.net.

For more information about Christ Church, our beliefs & history, and the United Methodist Church beliefs and history, click here.

To register for an on-line course "United Methodism 101" through United Methodist Communications, click here.