Joining Oakland
UM Church
We invite your
participation and membership in the Oakland United Methodist Church.
For additional information, please contact the
church office at 269-3678 or email
oumc@atlanticbb.net. You may
unite with us in one of several ways, as outlined
below. Regardless of the way you come to join
our church, part of the process of membership in
Oakland United Methodist Church will be your
participation in an orientation new members class,
Class 101, with other prospective members that is
led by the new member orientation team and pastor.
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By Profession Of Faith & Baptism
If you are not now a
baptized Christian, the minister will be happy to discuss the meaning of
the Sacrament with you in your home or in his office at your
convenience. |
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By Transfer From Another United Methodist Church
Call or email the
church office (269-3678)
oumc@atlanticbb.net or simply mark the attendance registration
sheet at a Sunday service "Wish to Join" and the minister will get
in touch with you. You may request that we write for your
letter of transfer. It is not necessary for you to write your
former church; we will handle the details for you. |
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By Transfer From Another Christian Denomination
The process is very
much like the one above. Since you are already baptized and
confirmed, these steps will not be repeated. You will be asked
to take the one vow taken by all members of the United Methodist
Church: "Will you be loyal to the United Methodist church
and uphold it by your prayers, your presence, your gifts and your
service?"”
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By Transfer From A Denomination Which Does Not Accept Transferal
Across Denominational Lines
Your baptism is
accepted. You will be reconfirmed in a process called Renewal of
Vows. |
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Affiliate Membership
If you are a United
Methodist temporarily living in the Johnstown area and you wish to
retain membership in your "home" church, you can become an
Affiliate Member of the Oakland United Methodist Church. This
grants you pastoral care, fellowship and participation in all areas
of the church. You will still be counted on the rolls of your
"home" church. |
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The Lords Supper
Many persons ask about
taking communion if they are not a member of this church. The
United Methodist Church believes that the Communion table is open to
all who can accept the invitation, regardless of any church
membership or affiliation. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is
observed quarterly on every fifth Sunday of the month at each
morning worship service. We offer Holy Communion at other
special times on retreats, healing services and in small group
settings. The invitation is to all who are truly sorry for
their sins and intend to lead a new life. |
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