Membership Commitments

While a member at Griggs…

1. I AM COMMITTED TO GRIGGS STATEMENT OF FAITH.

I affirm my belief in the fundamental tenets of Christianity as outlined in our statement of faith. As a member, I am committed to upholding, living out, and sharing this faith. Furthermore, anything that is not in the statement of faith I hold with an open hand so as not to cause division around any secondary doctrine or personal preference.

2. I AM COMMITTED TO ATTENDING AND PARTICIPATING.

I am committed to reasonably regular attendance at worship services. I will actively participate in the life of the church through groups, serving, or both.

3. I AM COMMITTED TO GIVE AS THE SPIRIT LEADS.

I will contribute financially to support the ministry and mission of the church as the Lord leads.

4. I AM COMMITTED TO PEACEFUL CONFLICT RESOLUTION.

As much as lies within me, I will live peaceably with all men. Should I offend others, I am willing to be approached and corrected and will do what I can to be reconciled with those I offended.

If others offend me, I will seek resolution with them in a spirit of love, following the guidelines in Matthew 18:15–17 under the supervision of the elders.

5. I AM COMMITTED TO UNITY AROUND THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH.

I am committed to being unified with the church in mission and vision. As much as I am able, I will serve the neighborhood of Poe Mill, share my faith, and make disciples.

6. I AM COMMITTED TO GRIGGS LEADERSHIP.

I am committed to following the leadership of the elders and deacons. I will participate in congregational voting when major decisions arise, and so long as I stay at Griggs, I will accept the decisions that are made in those meetings.

7. I AM COMMITTED TO ACCOUNTABILITY.

I am committed to pursuing my brothers and sisters in Christ should they engage in unrepentant sin, and I am committed to being pursued if I should engage in the same.

8. I AM COMMITTED TO LEAVING GRIGGS IN A LOVING, TRANSPARENT SPIRIT.

I understand that my membership at Griggs is a commitment, not a covenant, vow, or contract. Thus, I can discontinue my membership at any time I wish for any reason. However, if I decide to join a new church, I aim to leave with peace and transparency (informing others of my departure) rather than just disappearing, yet doing so without an unnecessarily critical spirit.