The New Member Seminar:

• Invites people to faith in Jesus Christ
• Explores what it means to join Lake Grove Presbyterian Church
• Helps you learn more about our church family
• Does not obligate you to join
• Gives you an opportunity to meet some great people
• Presents ways to become involved in Christian service

Seminar Schedule

See the classes webpage for information on when this seminar is offered.

Requirements for Membership at LGPC

1. Profession of Faith, Reaffirmation of Faith, or Transfer of Membership
2. Baptism in a Christian Church
3. Completion of the New Member Seminar

The Four Questions of Membership

1. Trusting in the gracious mercy of God, do you turn from the ways of sin and renounce evil and its power in the world?
2. Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept Him as your Lord and Savior, trusting in His grace and love?
3. Will you be Christ’s faithful disciple, obeying His Word and showing His love?
4. Do you promise to be a faithful member of this congregation, and commit yourself responsibly to the teaching, fellowship, government and discipline of the church?

To Register for the New Member Seminar

1. Click HERE to email your registration to the church
2. Pick up a brochure with tear-off registration form sheet from the Church’s Information Desk and put it in the Sunday offering plate or mail it to the church
3. Or phone the church office and speak to Debra Popejoy 503-636-5656 ext. 116

Class Attendees Say. . .

“Meeting all four pastors and hearing about this church and their vision was the best part of the course.”

“The class was well organized and very informative.”

“The most important thing I learned was information about the Reformed church in relation to the whole body of Christian churches.”

“I didn’t feel pressured to make a commitment if I wasn’t ready to join.”

“I appreciated the opportunity to meet informally with Session members.”

“The most important thing for me was getting acquainted with others in the class.”

“I really enjoyed the concept of turning from being a consumer to a provider. It challenged me to find ways to get involved.”

“I realized that this class is exactly what I need and want to do for myself and my family and I feel the full support of the Church behind me.”

“The best part of the course was learning about all the programs and opportunities for me to help and serve Jesus Christ. I also enjoyed meeting other new members in the church. It was all very interesting—a lot of learning and sharing—a great weekend."