Why become a member?
Each believer is called to make a personal commitment to Christ. We believe that such a commitment is to be lived out corporately in the context of a local church. Belonging to a specific church gives you unique opportunities to identify with Christ, His church, and the opportunity for you to use your God-given gifts to help in mutual service to one another.
The Atlanta Road Alliance Church, as all local churches, is used by God to bring people to Christ, equip them with the knowledge of God’s Word, and prepare them for service to His church and the world. While we do not require formal membership of those who attend, we do desire for you to become a member of a local church as a witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ.
How do I become a member?
1. Attend the "Discovering Membership" class.
Several times each year, a “Discovering Membership” class is offered for those who are new to the church. Although attendance in this class is not required for membership, it is recommended for those considering becoming a formal member of the church to attend.
2. Submit a membership application.
3. Meet the qualifications listed below.
- confession of faith in Jesus Christ and evidence of regeneration.
- commitment of yourself wholeheartedly to the Lord, submitting to the authority of His Word and yielding to the control of His Spirit.
- full sympathy with the doctrine, principles, purposes, and objectives of the Christian and Missionary Alliance and cooperation by willing to be systematic in support of its worldwide work.
- commitment of yourself to this local church, submitting to its leadership, looking out for the welfare of your fellow Christians in this church family, using your gifts and talents in service, and contributing to preserving the unity of the Spirit.
- be at least 18 years old. A person age 16 may join as a junior member (for voting on legal matters they must be 18 years old).
4. Be interviewed and approved by the elder board.
5. Public expression during a church meeting of your agreement to membership.