Members are expected to attend an open group Bible
study. An open group is an ongoing class that allows entry at any
point. (Sunday School classes, or other classes
as offered by the church)
Members
are expected to be involved in one or more deeper studies throughout the year.
These classes are set for a predetermined number of weeks, a twelve-week study
for example. They tend to dive deeper into Bible study, doctrinal study, or
studies of critical issues for the Christian. They also tend to be closed
groups, because attendance every week is important to grasp the material. It is
difficult for someone to enter the class after it begins because the material
usually builds on itself.
Members
are expected to attend a corporate worship service each week. This
is the time for the people to gather for the preaching of the Word and to
worship the One True God together.
Members
are expected to be involved in at least one ministry or mission activity a
year. The church has clear expectations that members are to be
involved in those activities that cause them to look beyond themselves and to
care for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of others.
Members
are expected to read and study the Bible daily. Daily personal Bible study is the clearest indicator that a
Christian is growing spiritually.