Cedar Grove Baptist Church

Thanks you for your interest in membership at Cedar Grove. Believe me, we get excited when people are serious about committing to serve the Lord in the Body of Christ. Truly membership in the local church should be synonymous with commitment. If you are just interested in having your name on the role or just a weekly spectator, membership is really not for you. Membership at Cedar Grove Baptist church is a wonderful opportunity to grow, give, serve, love, and be loved to the glory of God. Below are a few questions concerning membership that you should consider if you are really serious about uniting with this local body of believers. We look forward to serving with you.

Why is membership so important?

Membership helps our staff identify those who are potentially able to be trusted in the leading and caring of others.
Membership also identifies those who have a relationship with Jesus Christ and are willing to go public with that commitment (if they have not already) through baptism.
Membership identifies a person who is willing to support this church with their time, talents, and treasures and be accountable to the local body through connection with a life group and a strategic area of servant ministry.

Why is it important to be a member in order to be a leader in this church?

Simply put, there are many servant opportunities at Cedar Grove that do not necessarily require membership. However, it is our belief that a person needs to be committed to the mission and core values of this church before they can effectively lead others.
If an individual is not willing to identify with the Lord Jesus Christ in baptism and commit their time and resources to the glory of God through membership, it may be an indication that they are not yet ready for the heavy responsibility of helping others to grow spiritually within the church environment.

What does membership indicate?

Membership indicates to the pastoral staff of this church that an individual is ready to surrender to the service of the Lord Jesus Christ. In other words, it indicates that a person is moving past the mentality of "what do I get" to the mentality of "what can I give"?

What are the pre-requisites for becoming a member of Cedar Grove?

Having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Being baptized by immersion if you have not already been.
Willingness to invest your time and talents (in service and ministry), and treasures in the work of God through this church.
Willingness to be accountable in your relationship with God and others in this church by connecting to one of our Life Groups.
Willingness to embrace the mission of this church.

If you are still interested in becoming a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church, you may do so in one of the following ways:

Check the box "I am interested in becoming a member of this congregation" on the insert in your worship bulletin and someone will contact you.
Take the initiative after praying about it to call and set up an appointment to discuss membership. Please feel free to call us at 699-8446 or contact us through the link at the top of the home page of this website.
Enroll in STARTING POINT series 101 to begin understanding this church and how to become a member. We strongly encourage all new or potential members to enroll in series 101. The benefits are many.
Talk with a minister on Sunday morning at the invitation. Please only use this option if you are certain that you already have a relationship with Jesus Christ and have sincerely prayed about your decision to commit to membership in this church.