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C. Receive on the basis of confession in Christ, not level of maturity or knowledge, Acts 9.26-28; 18.24-28.

D. We may receive in different ways

1. Letters of recommendation, Rom. 16.1.

2. The testimony of two or three witnesses, Matt. 18.16.

3. The testimony of one person whom the assembly trusts (Paul of Phoebe and Epaphroditus in Rom. 16.1 and Phil. 2.28-30).

VIII. The members of Anyname Fellowship (AF) seek to fulfill these clear biblical standards practically and carefully. Your membership with us will involve your personal commitment to our mission statement, doctrinal statement, and leadership and decision making structure. A. Do you understand our Mission Statement : Celebrating, Cultivating, Communicating, Caring (see Building a Firm Foundation )? B. Do you understand and agree with our Doctrinal Statement : Evangelical faith in Jesus Christ (see Building a Firm Foundation )?

C. Do you understand and agree with our Leadership and Decision-making structure (see Sample Church Constitution )?

IX. What is the membership process here at Anyname Fellowship?

A. Be certain of your personal salvation in Jesus Christ, and your baptism in Him.

B. Become known to and familiar with the members and ministry of Anyname Fellowship; acknowledge God’s leading you to join this local fellowship.

C. Go through our membership class ( Building a Firm Foundation ).

Context Values/Vision

D. Interview with one of the Elders or Pastors of Anyname Fellowship.

Prepare Launch Assemble Nurture Transition Schedule/Charter

E. Receive and complete a membership application.