New Member Exploration
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New Member Exploration gatherings are held three times each year, in the late fall, early winter and spring time. These sessions take place a week or so before members are received by affirmation of baptism during worship on the Festival of Transfiguration (February 23, 2020), the Festival of the Holy Trinity (June 7, 2020) and the Festival of Reformation (October 25, 2020). The pastors and staff are happy to meet with guests and newcomers in-between these events to answer questions and assist in your spiritual journey. Contact Pastor Tim Olson to set up an appointment or ask questions.
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Membership
Membership in a congregation is unlike membership in a club. In a club, membership has privileges. In a church to be a "member" means, as St. Paul taught, to be a "member of the body of Christ." That is, we follow our Lord and serve him. Belonging to a congregation gives us a place to meet Christ regularly in Word and sacrament; it gives us a place to grow and deepen our faith. Becoming a member of the body of Christ at Holy Trinity can follow several paths:
Baptism - Children and adults who have never been baptized will receive membership to Holy Trinity though the sacrament of baptism. Baptism classes for parents wishing to baptize infant/young children are asked to participate in this class offered once each month. Adults and older children can meet privately with a pastor to prepare for baptism. Learn more about baptism here.
Membership Exploration Sessions are held three times each year for those who would like to find out about becoming members. Dates/times are published in the church bulletin. Call the church office at 515-964-4348 or email the office for information.
Transferring your Membership - If you are a member of another congregation and would like to join Holy Trinity, please call the church office at 515-964-4348 or email us to let us know the name of the church from which you wish to transfer and we will be happy to make the request for you.
Baptism - Children and adults who have never been baptized will receive membership to Holy Trinity though the sacrament of baptism. Baptism classes for parents wishing to baptize infant/young children are asked to participate in this class offered once each month. Adults and older children can meet privately with a pastor to prepare for baptism. Learn more about baptism here.
Membership Exploration Sessions are held three times each year for those who would like to find out about becoming members. Dates/times are published in the church bulletin. Call the church office at 515-964-4348 or email the office for information.
Transferring your Membership - If you are a member of another congregation and would like to join Holy Trinity, please call the church office at 515-964-4348 or email us to let us know the name of the church from which you wish to transfer and we will be happy to make the request for you.
