Bethany Presbyterian Church
Bethany Presbyterian Church
25 N. West End Ave.
Lancaster, PA 17603
ph: 717-393-2690
fax: 717-393-8444
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Joining Bethany
NEW MEMBER CLASSES
You are invited to learn more about the Christian faith and Bethany Church by attending our Inquirers/New Member Classes. These classes give specific information about the church community as well as providing an opportunity for you to get to know our staff, church leaders, and other prospective members. The four-week series of classes is usually a couple of times a year or as requested. Those who choose to join after attending this series are generally received at the worship service of their choice on the Sunday following the final class.
- Am I obligated to join if I attend these classes?
- No. The classes allow you to learn more about us. If you decide not to join or to wait until a later date, your decision will be respected.
- What if I haven't been baptized? What if I was baptized at another church?
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) recognizes all forms of baptism. We believe in one baptism and do not require re-baptism. If you have not been baptized, this will take place during the worship service the morning you join.
- What if I am unable to attend all of the classes in the series?
While it is best to attend all the classes, so that you may learn as much as possible about Bethany and the Presbyterian Church, many do join having missed one or two of the meetings.
- What if I am a member of another church? What if I have never attending any church?
You can become a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church no matter what your previous church involvement has been. There are four ways you may be received into membership:
- By Letter of Transfer from any church of which you are currently a member (our office will make the arrangements).
- By Reaffirmation of Faith by those who have not been active members in a church for some time.
- By Confession of Faith from those who have never been members of a church family.
- By Affiliate Membership for those who wish to keep their membership in a home church.
The Rev. Kent E. Holmes, Pastor
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Bethany Presbyterian Church
25 N. West End Ave.
Lancaster, PA 17603
ph: 717-393-2690
fax: 717-393-8444
bethanyp
