Next Steps

How to Connect Deeper to Redemption

We’re so thankful that you’ve chosen to explore Redemption! As you consider joining our church family, below are our clear steps for connecting deeper to Redemption Church.

YOUR FIRST STEP OF CONNECTION

On the first Sunday of every month, we invite you to join us right after church for STEP 1: WELCOME which is a short 15 minute introduction to our leadership and story of our church.

YOUR SECOND STEP OF CONNECTION

Once you’ve attended Step 1 and want to go deeper we invite you to sign up for our Step 2 ESSENTIALS gathering. This class will walk you through our beliefs, doctrine and commitments as a church. (This class is also a prerequisite to pursuing membership).

YOUR THIRD STEP OF CONNECTION

Upon completion of STEP 2 any person professing personal faith in Jesus Christ and who has expressed that commitment visibly through baptism should indicate their desire to become a member by completing the membership application (link below). After you complete the application, your next step will be to meet with an Elder and publish your name before the congregation to finalize the process.

Membership is Gospel Partnership

If you desire to make Redemption your home where you’ll be abiding in Christ, connecting to the Church, and sharing with the world, please join with us in making a formal commitment of Gospel Partnership.

Church Membership says…

I belong here.

And God says that believers belong together (Hebrews 10:23–25). I believe that God wants me here with the people of Redemption Church at this time in my walk with Christ, and I want to make a public declaration that I am committed to God’s work through this church.

I accept responsibility for a group of fellow believers in the family of God.

And that is God’s plan as well (Galatians 6:1–2, 10). I want to be part of a caring network of people, sharing one another’s joys and sorrows, and helping one another grow through worship, Bible study and fellowship

I affirm, believe and support the teaching of this church.

And God says the believers had all things in common including devotion to the Apostles’ teaching (Acts 2:42–47). I desire to associate with people of like mind and conviction and embrace the authority of God’s Word in my life and the life of the church.

I am accountable to mature brothers and sisters in Christ for my walk with God.

And God warns against spiritual autonomy (Hebrews 13:17, Matthew 18:15–20). I want to receive the guidance, equipping, and assistance necessary to remain on target and I do not want to go it alone in standing for Jesus Christ

I share the same ministry goals as Redemption.

And God says that believers are to be committed to one another for the sake of spiritual impact (Ephesians 4:16). I believe that Jesus has work to do in the Calgary area and around the world, and I am willing to join with others who have the same vision to see that it gets done.

I accept responsibility for how things are done here.

And God says that is how it should be (1 Corinthians 12:20–27). Elders, deacons, and other church leaders are called from within and serve the congregation. I believe every member needs to contribute their unique gifting and passion to contribute to a healthy body.

Membership Commitment

The effectiveness of our joining together will be determined by the level of the commitment you make. In a society where so few make commitments and fewer still keep them, Redemption Church is seeking people who are determined to know the joy Christ intended for His body, the Church.