New Member's Class - Part 2

 

Last week I used my Link article to talk about the New Member's Class that will begin in February. I will use this week to follow up and hopefully answer some questions you may have.

 

Question 1: Is the New Member's Class required for those joining Front Street?

 

This class will be required for all those seeking membership at Front Street. Some people have asked about people who grew up in a Southern Baptist Church, if it is still necessary for them to attend. The answer to this question is yes. The reason for this is because going over our doctrine as Southern Baptist is only a portion of the class. The class will also talk about the vision and direction as a church; our mission involvement; our service opportunities; our Sunday School and small group opportunities; and our expectations of church members.

 

Question 2: Do current members have to go through the class?

 

The answer to this is no. We are not requiring anyone who joins before February 1 to go through the class. However, the class is open to all church members and would be very beneficial to all who have joined in the past year.

 

Question 3: How long will the classes last?

 

The class will meet on Sunday mornings from 9:00 until 10:15 a.m. and will last for four weeks.

 

Question 4: How often will the class be offered?

 

The class will be offered every other month beginning in February based on the need. This means that we will offer it 6 times per year as long as people are signed up.

 

Question 5: How many classes can be missed and we still be able to join?

 

I know that people have work schedules and other responsibilities that may interrupt the class. Since this is just 4 weeks, if someone misses two classes, they have missed half the classes. Therefore, people need to at least make three of the four classes. We hope to video the early sessions so that if people have to miss one, they can watch the DVD. It would also be possible to make up a class the next time the class is offered.

 

I hope this helps with some of the most common questions. If you have others, please do not hesitate to call or email.

 

Sermon: John 5:1-15

 

This week's sermon comes from John 5:1-15. In this passage, Jesus heals a man that had been crippled for thirty-eight years. This marks a transition in the ministry of Jesus. Up until this point, the Pharisees and Jewish rulers had kept their opposition to Christ somewhat quiet. From this point on they became very vocal about their hatred for Him. I hope you will be able to take some time to study through this passage as we prepare for Sunday.

 

I love you, church family!