Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I'm thinking about attending New Life MCC, but not sure what to expect. What will I find when I attend New Life MCC?
See About Our Worship Services for complete details. If you have questions that aren't answered here, email us. .
Q. Do you offer programs for children?
We offer Children's Church the third Sunday of every month. See our Children's Page for more details.
Q. My partner and I wish to have a commitment ceremony (or Holy Union). Can we do this at your church? Will your pastor officiate?
We welcome those who would like to have a Holy Union. Please see our Information Booklet on Holy Unions. This can be found on our Download Page. Please feel free to review our materials.
Q. What is required for membership?
- All people who are considering membership must take membership classes, which explain the history of our church and denomination, our mission, and the rights and responsibilities of membership. These classes are offered monthly. Briefly, members are required to:
- Be committed to following Jesus Christ.
- Agree with the UFMCC Statement of Faith.
- Have been baptized as a Christian, or be willing to be baptized.
- Be in general agreement with New Life MCC's Mission Statement.
- Attend worship services at New Life MCC regularly.
- Support New Life MCC financially.
- Engage in some form of volunteer service at New Life MCC.
Q. I've been away from church for a while, and I don't know if I want to get involved right now. Can I just come to worship services, and not join the church?
Absolutely. Please take whatever time you need to discern the direction God is calling you, whether you need to rediscover God's love, allow healing to happen, or simply check the church out and see if it's the place for you. Feel free to sample the opportunities offered for fellowship, study, and service, but please do not stay away or feel embarrassed if you only wish to come pray and celebrate with us. See our Ministries page for more information on what we do.
Q. Is New Life MCC part of a denomination?
New Life MCC is part of the Metropolitan Community Churches, a denomination founded by the Rev. Troy Perry in 1968 in Los Angeles. It was founded as a place where GLBT people could openly worship and serve God, without prejudice. The UFMCC now includes over 300 congregations in every state of the U.S. and 15 countries. www.mccchurch.org
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