MEMBERSHIP
Learn more about what it means to be a member at GCC.
““Those [...] planted in the house of the Lord, will flourish in the courts of our God.””
Check back in June for the next round of Membership classes!
At Grace Capital City, we are excited to invite you to become a member of our church family! For us, membership is more than a list of privileges and requirements; it is an invitation to lock arms with leaders and fellow members and commit to the life of GCC as a co-laborer. Membership is a process of discernment through which those who already consider Grace Capital City their spiritual home can make an informed decision about whether to take a deeper step of commitment in the life of the church.
WHY MEMBERSHIP?
Being planted in a faith community plays an integral role in one’s flourishing, and we believe that membership provides the soil for that. If you want to formally make GCC your home church and have already attended Welcome to Grace, membership is the next step!
“I’M NEW TO GRACE CAPITAL CITY. IS MEMBERSHIP FOR ME?”
Yes, membership is for everyone! If you’re new, we recommend you join us at one of our newcomer’s gathering called Welcome to Grace. This meeting is designed for you to learn more about the story, vision, and values of GCC, empowering you to make a more informed decision about becoming a member. Staff will be there to shake your hand and answer any questions you may have. Click below to see when the next meeting is and mark it on your calendar!
FAQs ABOUT MEMBERSHIP
What does membership entail?
Membership entails a mutual exchange of commitments to establish practices that foster health, engagement, and accountability.
What's the difference between a member and an attendee?
All people are invited to attend, get involved, and make GCC their spiritual family at whatever level they feel comfortable. Membership is for those who desire a greater level of commitment and input to the life of GCC. Members will be asked to make specific commitments to the church and each other while being offered more opportunities to shape and inform the future of our church.
Are there member-only meetings and gatherings?
There will be several member-only spaces for vision-casting, dissemination of essential information, voting, and connection throughout the year.
Do all leaders in Grace Capital City have to be members?
For those in pastoral leadership roles, we ask that these leaders, especially those with a sense of rootedness in the DMV area, plan to become members.
Pastoral leadership roles include, but are not limited to:
Leadership Council
Community Group Leaders
Justice Ministry Leads
Sunday Serve Team Leads
Discipleship Leads
What about volunteers?
Volunteers are not required to become members, but they are invited to enter the process if they seek to commit to GCC in a greater capacity!
