I’m New
Congregational churches are sometimes known as the “Church of the Pilgrims” after the small congregations of the early 1600s. The people of these congregations moved from England to the New World in pursuit of religious freedom. From them, we inherited a wonderful spiritual heritage, one that is uniquely suited to our contemporary world.
This is a tradition that has deep convictions based upon the Word of God as each person interprets that Word according to the dictates of conscience, under the enlightenment of the Holy Spirit. This naturally attracts people of genuine conviction, of adventurous faith, and of gracious regard for each other’s sincerity to the Congregational Christian fellowship.
Church membership is an important expression of the believer’s love and loyalty to the Lord Jesus Christ.
Scripture teaches that in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others (Romans 12:5). Membership in the United Church of Beloit is therefore open to all who profess faith in Jesus Christ and believe the basic teaching of the Christian faith. One may join upon profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith, or transfer of letter from an evangelical church.
Becoming A Member
We are so glad you are interested in becoming a part of our body through church membership.
Membership Steps
- First, please fill out a New Member Application form.
- Schedule a meeting to speak with an Elder and a Pastor.
- When you are ready, you will then meet with the church council. The council meets one a month to receive new members.
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Steps
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- First, please fill out a New Member Application form. (Applications are due two Sundays before the scheduled meeting time.)
- An interview with an Elder and a Pastor of the church will be scheduled.
- You will then meet with the Session. The Session meets to receive new members on the first Sunday of even numbered months in Patterson Hall at 5 p.m.
Membership Class
The place to begin if you are considering membership at United Church of Beloit or would like to know more about our church and the basics of our faith and practice.
Congregational churches are sometimes known as the “Church of the Pilgrims” after the small congregations of the early 1600s. The people of these congregations moved from England to the New World in pursuit of religious freedom. From them, we inherited a wonderful spiritual heritage, one that is uniquely suited to our contemporary world.
This is a tradition that has deep convictions based upon the Word of God as each person interprets that Word according to the dictates of conscience, under the enlightenment of the Holy Spirit. This naturally attracts people of genuine conviction, of adventurous faith, and of gracious regard for each other’s sincerity to the Congregational Christian fellowship.
Church membership is an important expression of the believer’s love and loyalty to the Lord Jesus Christ.
Scripture teaches that in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others (Romans 12:5). Membership in the United Church of Beloit is therefore open to all who profess faith in Jesus Christ and believe the basic teaching of the Christian faith. One may join upon profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith, or transfer of letter from an evangelical church.
Five Questions Of Membership
Each new member will be asked to affirm these five questions:
- Do you acknowledge yourselves to be sinners in the sight of God, justly deserving His displeasure, and without hope except through His sovereign mercy?
- Do you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and Savior of sinners, and do you receive and trust Him alone for salvation as He is offered in the Gospel?
- Do you now resolve and promise, in humble reliance upon the grace of the Holy Spirit, that you will endeavor to live as becomes the followers of Christ?
- Do you promise to support the Church in its worship and work to the best of your ability?
- Do you submit yourselves to the government and discipline of the Church, and promise to strive for its purity and peace?
Questions
If you have any questions on membership please email the Church, or call 608-362-6857.
Five Questions Of Membership
Each new member will be asked to affirm these five questions:
- Do you acknowledge yourselves to be sinners in the sight of God, justly deserving His displeasure, and without hope except through His sovereign mercy?
- Do you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and Savior of sinners, and do you receive and trust Him alone for salvation as He is offered in the Gospel?
- Do you now resolve and promise, in humble reliance upon the grace of the Holy Spirit, that you will endeavor to live as becomes the followers of Christ?
- Do you promise to support the Church in its worship and work to the best of your ability?
- Do you submit yourselves to the government and discipline of the Church, and promise to strive for its purity and peace?
Questions
If you have any questions on membership please email the Church, or call 608-362-6857.
Office Hours:
Tuesday – Friday
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
608-362-6857
ucboffice@unitedchurchbeloit.
657 Bluff St. Beloit, WI 53511
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