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Becoming a Member of WUMC

Membership Q & A

What Does Membership Mean?

Becoming a member at Woodlake United Methodist Church means that we commit to a life of faith in Christ through our prayers, presense, gifts, and service.  As members, we commit ourselves to spiritual growth in this community of faith by living out the principles of our Mission Prayer.

Steps to Membership

After prayerful consideration, you decide to make the commitment to become a member of Woodlake United Methodist Church.  

  1. Adults should register to attend the next New Member class, WUMC: 101.
  3. Any adult seeking membership at Woodlake United Methodist Church should be baptized.  The United Methodist Church recognizes baptisms from any Christian denomination.  If you have not been previously baptized and would like to be baptized at WUMC, please call the church office at 739-4535.
  4. Upon completion of the New Member Class, you are invited to make your membership vows and, if applicable, get baptized at one of our four worship services.

Methods of Joining

  • Profession of Faith - for those who desire to profess their Christian faith for the first time, or after a long absence from any church involvement.  Contact Marie Misiaszek if you are new to the practice of the faith, or have been away from the church for some time.
  • Profession of Faith with baptism - same as above with the sacrament of baptism for those who have never been baptized.
  • Transfer from another denomination - for those who have a current church membership in a denomination other than the United Methodist church.
  • Transfer from another United Methodist Church - for those who currently have their membership in another United Methodist congregation.

Membership Vows

On behalf of the whole church, I ask you:

Do you renounce the spiritual forces of wickedness, reject the evil powers of this world, and repent of your sin?

Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves?

Do you confess Jesus Christ as your Savior, put your whole trust in his grace, and promise to serve him as your Lord, in union with the church which Christ has opened to people of all ages, nations, and races?

According to the grace given to you, will you remain faithful members of Christ's holy church and serve as Christ's representatives in the world?

As members of Christ's universal church, will you be loyal to The United Methodist Church, and do all in your power to strengthen its ministries?

As members of this congregation, will you faithfully participation in its ministries by your prayers, your presence, your gifts, and your service?

Commonly Asked Questions:

Q: Do I have to be baptized to become a member?

A: Yes, any adult seeking membership at Woodlake United Methodist Church should be baptized.  The United Methodist Church recognizes baptisms from any Christian denomination.  If you have not been previously baptized and would like to be baptized at WUMC, please call the church office at 739-4535.  Click here for more information.

Q: Can I transfer my membership from another church?

A: Yes, after completion of the New Member Class and taking vows of membership, our membership secretary will request a transfer from your previous church.

Q: When are New Member Classes held?

A: New Member classes are held bi-monthly and last three to four weeks.  Child-care is provided.  Please denote if you need child-care when registering for the class.  Click here to register for WUMC 101.  Should you have questions about any of the ministries of WUMC or about becoming a member, please contact Marie Misiaszek via e-mail or at 739-4535, ext. 30.