If you feel moved to become a member of New Life Church at Spout Springs, we are excited to have you! The first step would be to speak with the pastor, or a member of the church stafff, about which method of joining is appropriate based on your situation. Occasionally, it might be helpful for you to attend a class on membership, so that you can learn more about Christianity, New Life Church, and Methodism -- though this is not necessarily required.
The Book of Doctrines and Disciplines outlines several ways to join the church:
​Holy Baptism
If you have never been baptized, then you would join by being baptized and accepted into membership at that time.
Letter of Transfer
If you have been baptized, and were a member of another church, then we would request a letter of transfer from your previous church. If we can't obtain such a letter, then we would follow the process below for Reaffirmation of Faith.
Reaffirmation of Faith
If you have been baptized, but never been a member of a church, or we can't obtain a letter of transfer, then you will join by reaffirmation of faith.