How To Join Grace Church

There are two main requirements for becoming a full adult member of the Episcopal Church.

The first requirement is Baptism. If you are baptized in another Episcopal Church or in another denomination, the Episcopal Church recognizes your baptism to be a valid and joyous event of entry into the life of the Church and the Body of Christ. If you are not Baptized, this is a necessary step in becoming a member of our church family.

The Episcopal Church also requires all baptized Christians to make a public affirmation of their faith signifying adult commitment to the responsibilities of Baptism. Public affirmation includes presenting one's self before a bishop for Confirmation or Reception.

Newcomers to Grace Church, and others interested in an overview of the Episcopal expression of Christianity are invited to attend the annual Adult Inquirer's class. Led by the rector beginning in January, the class explores church history, church customs, the Bible and more. Opportunity is given at the end of the class to be presented to our bishop for Confirmation, Reception or Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows.

If you are currently a baptized and confirmed member of another Episcopal church or the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, please contact our Parish Secretary to facilitate the transfer of your membership from your current parish to Grace Church.

Please contact our Parish Secretary or call the parish office at 770-536-0126 if you have further questions.