To be a church member simply means that an individual is identified with, is accountable to, and is a contributing participant to this local expression of the body of Christ.

Becoming a church member means there are certain commitments that are made, responsibilities that are embraced, and relationships that are acknowledged.

Membership in a local church, therefore, is the way in which the individual is known to be intentionally committed to every other member of the congregation, and the congregation is known to be committed to the individual. Church membership means, “I now put myself under the care of the Elders and I invite them to hold me accountable as a constituent member of this body.”

To be a member means:

• Participation: I participate in the life of the church and commit to being a functioning member of the Body.

• Serving: I serve others with love through healthy, caring relationships.

• Commitment: I express and live out commitment to one another and to the leadership of RV.

• Submission: I submit to the leadership in this church which means that I respect them, support them, and serve with them.

• Gifts: I commit to the discovery, development, and deployment of my gifts in ministries and missions.

• Attendance: I attend our gatherings on a regular basis. E.g., Sunday services and connect groups.

• Connecting: I extend myself in developing and nurturing friendships with others in and around this fellowship.

• Giving: I participate in the financial fellowship of this church through tithes and offerings.