Serve the Lord Through the Local Church
At Grace Bible Church NYC, we believe that church membership is a meaningful step for followers of Jesus who wish to make official their commitment to a local church family. This is our way of more effectively caring for one another as the body of Christ.
Requirements for Membership
Salvation: You must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior.
Baptism by Immersion: We believe that immersion baptism after salvation is a public testimony of an individual's commitment to Jesus Christ. Baptism is a clear step of obedience to Christ.
Benefits of Membership
You are joining together with other believers for mutual fellowship and encouragement (Hebrews 10:19-25).
You will have more opportunities to use your spiritual gifts in serving the Body of Christ (Ephesians 4:12). GBCNYC requires membership for most areas of service.
You are expressing your commitment to a local church. It is a public promise and a commitment to another party--in this case, a local body of believers.
Step 1 | Membership Matters Class
Complete the Application for Membership. The Application for Membership form can be completed then either emailed or submitted in person to the church office.
The final step before being affirmed as a member of GBCNYC is to be presented to the current member as a member candidate. This is done at a member’s meeting, where you will read your written testimony. This is always a great time of fellowship and encouragement for all in attendance to be able to hear how the Lord saved one of His people!
Membership Matters is our new member's class. This is required for all those seeking membership so they can become familiar with the vision, beliefs, and ministries of GBCNYC. Taking the class does not make you a member, nor does it obligate you to become a member. Please contact the church office for the date of the next scheduled class.
Step 2 | Membership Application
Once we've received your completed application Joey will contact you and arrange an informal meeting to discuss your desire to be a member.
Step 3 | Informal Interview
Step 4 | Membership Candidate Presentation