Becoming a Member of St. Michael’s
Membership at St. Michael’s
Everyone is welcome to worship at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, whether or not you choose to become a member. Membership is not a requirement—it is an invitation.
When someone chooses membership, it reflects a desire to belong to a living body, as described by the Apostle Paul:
“For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function.”
We believe each person brings unique gifts, and those gifts matter to the life and mission of our community.
What Membership Means
Membership at St. Michael’s is about connection and commitment. It involves taking time to know the community you are joining and discerning how your gifts and passions can serve our shared mission.
Our vision is to offer grace and connection—to every one. We use that phrase intentionally, recognizing that each person experiences God’s grace in their own way. We come together with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and theological viewpoints, united not by uniform belief but by common prayer.
As an Episcopal church, St. Michael’s affirms the Nicene Creed and asks members to affirm the Baptismal Covenant, which shapes how we live our faith in the world.
Practices We Ask of Members
While members live out their faith in many different ways, we invite all members to commit to three shared practices:
Prayer and Service
Members are encouraged to take their spiritual life seriously, reflecting on the Baptismal Covenant and how it calls them to love God and neighbor.Regular Worship
Gathering for worship is central to our life together, and members are encouraged to participate regularly.Financial Giving
Each fall, members are invited to make an annual pledge, estimating their financial support for the mission and ministries of St. Michael’s.
Episcopal Church Membership
You may be a member of St. Michael’s without being formally received into the Episcopal Church.
If you feel called to take that step, clergy are happy to talk with you about Confirmation or Reception:
Confirmation is a sacramental rite in which the Bishop lays hands on a person as they affirm their faith and commitment to the Church.
Those confirmed in another tradition (such as the Roman Catholic Church) may be received into the Episcopal Church by the Bishop.
Learning More & Next Steps
Fr. Josh periodically offers an Episcopal 101 class and a new member orientation lunch following the 11:00 a.m. service. Fr. Josh and Father John are also glad to meet one-on-one to talk about membership and discernment.
We invite you to prayerfully consider what membership at St. Michael’s might mean for you—and how your gifts can help us grow together in grace and connection.
If you would like to officially become a member of St. Michael’s, you may do so by following the link below.
