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The membership of our congregation consists of people who unite by expression of faith in Jesus Christ and by the Sacrament of Baptism, or by the transfer of membership from another church.
We believe that membership requires involvement in the work and worship of the Church. We all have God-given gifts and talents that can be shared for His purpose.
What about Baptism? What if I was baptised as a child?
Baptism is by imersion, as taught and practiced by The New Testament Church. Infants/children are dedicated to the Lord until they are of age to make a conscious decision to be baptized.
We accept baptism as an adult, a child, or as an infant from other churches and denominations as true baptisms. We do not require you to have another baptism in order to become a member of our church.
What about communion? Why do you take communion every week?
We serve the Lord's Supper weekly, a memorial to Jesus Christ because ". . . upon the first day of the week, the Disciples were gathered together to break bread." (Acts 20:7) We serve communion to all who believe ". . . let every person examine him/herself, and so let him/her eat of the bread and drink of the cup." (1 Corinthians 11:28)
What about giving? I've heard that you are supposed to give 10 %.
Our congregation believes in a program of committed regular giving of money, time and talent. Members are encouraged to grow in their stewardship, using the tithe (10%) as a personal or family goal. There is no requirement that you give our church 10% of your money.
What's up with that stained glass window on your home page? What does it mean?
Many people enjoy our window. Dedicated in 1972, It tells a story of faith.
At the top:
The "descending dove" reminds us of Matthew's account of Jesus' baptism, when the Spirit of God descended like a dove. (Matthew 3)
Encircling the dove, is the flame of a lighted candle, whose rays extend outwardly. Christ is the Light of the World, and this Light, invited all people to come from the world's darkness, to the Light and Love of Christ. (John 1)
At the bottom:
Flickers of flame illustrate the call of Moses. Through a burning bush that was not consumed, God commissioned Moses to lead his people out of slavery in Egypt. Standing on "holy ground," Moses received God's blessing and presence. We are reminded that in this sanctuary, we too stand on "holy ground." God is present. We too are blessed and ordained to a ministry of servanthood. (Exodus 3)
The seven flames represent the tongues of fire on the day of Pentacost. (Acts 2) At that time, the Holy Spirit was uniquely given to humankind, after the resurrection of Jesus. They symbolize the seven-fold gifts of the Spirit: wisdom, might, understanding, counsel, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. (Isaiah 11)
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