MEMBERSHIP AT WILLIAMSBURG UMC

MEMBERSHIP FORM

Becoming a Member: Your Journey Starts Here

Welcome to the gateway of membership at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, where your spiritual journey finds its home. As you step into this sacred space, you'll discover a community built on the foundations of inclusivity and the profound significance of baptism. We see membership as a commitment to walk hand in hand with fellow believers, embracing diverse paths and celebrating individual milestones. Explore the pathways to membership, learn about the significance of Confirmation, and find your place in our vibrant community dedicated to serving God and one another. Your journey starts here.

what it means

Your Christian Baptism:
We honor and recognize Christian baptisms from any denomination. If you have been baptized in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, you have already taken the first step toward membership.

Pathways to Membership:
Embark on your journey to membership at Williamsburg United Methodist Church through various pathways tailored to your unique spiritual pilgrimage:

PROFESSION OF FAITH

Declare your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. For youth, this often coincides with the process of Confirmation.

RENEWAL OF VOWS

If you've been inactive in another church, you can renew your Christian vows to become a part of our community.

TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIP

Easily transfer your membership from another United Methodist church or a different Christian denomination.

AFFILIATE OR ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

For those who wish to maintain membership in another church, perhaps a hometown church, but still want to be a part of our community.


READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Upon choosing to become a member, you'll be invited to stand before the congregation and make a commitment to the church's ministries. You'll be asked:

As a member of this congregation, will you faithfully participate in its ministries by your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and your witness?

We would be honored to guide you through this significant milestone in your faith journey. Please complete the Membership Form below and someone from our Pastoral Team will be in contact to discuss next steps.

WUMC MEMBERSHIP FORM

confirmation

Although confirmation is not a sacrament in the United Methodist Church, it is an important step along one’s spiritual journey. In the United Methodist Church, Confirmation is an opportunity for people to recognize God’s work of grace in their lives and embrace being disciples of Jesus Christ. 

At WUMC, students in the eighth grade and older participate in Confirmation Class each spring. Students meet weekly with the Pastoral Team to study and explore their faith. The six-week class culminates with an overnight retreat followed by an opportunity for members of the class to stand before the congregation and profess their faith. Confirmation is a day of commitment and celebration in the life of an individual and the church.

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