At Emmaus, our members are those who have proclaimed faith in Jesus for the forgiveness of their sins, professed this faith through baptism, and entered into covenant relationship with Emmaus for the purpose of declaring and displaying the gospel to each other and to the world.

When Emmaus enters into covenant membership with you, we are testifying to the best of our knowledge that you are a follower of Jesus—a very encouraging affirmation! When you are doubting, find yourself in sin and shame, or fear that God’s salvation is not for you, covenant membership serves as a reminder that there is an entire faith family that testifies to your salvation. 

Likewise, when your sinful heart refuses to repent of sin and seek forgiveness and healing, the covenant members of Emmaus will walk with you in grace and truth to help you see your sin, confess your sin, and turn from your sin before it destroys you. The church is a means of God’s gracious love, which is why we place so much value on covenant membership. 

Our Membership Pathway:

Emmaus in Ten

Emmaus in 10 is a short, 10-minute event designed to help you take your first steps toward community at Emmaus. It takes place the last Sunday of each month immediately following the worship gathering, unless otherwise announced. No need to register or sign up for anything. Just show up! Attending Emmaus in 10 is not required for formal membership.

Discover Emmaus

Our membership class, Discover Emmaus, is designed for you to learn who we are, what we believe, and what it means to be a covenant member. It includes teaching and interaction. For those interested in linking arms with us in membership, our desire is to engage you personally and equip you thoroughly to make an informed, prayerful decision about committing to Emmaus. Child care is provided upon request.

Membership Interview

After attending Discover Emmaus, the next step is a membership interview—a time when one of the pastors of Emmaus will meet with you one-on-one. The goals of this meeting are to care for you, confirm that you are a follower of Jesus, and answer any questions that you have about our church and our beliefs.

The covenant signing will take place at a members meeting. This is when you get to come before the church and publicly sign our membership covenant, committing yourself to Emmaus and Emmaus to you. It’s a time of celebration. Expect applause, hugs, and prayers!

The Covenant Signed by All Emmaus Members:

• I have been baptized after my conversion. Matt. 28:19-20; Acts 8:35-38
• I will submit to Scripture as the final authority on all issues. Ps. 119; 2 Tim. 3:14-17; 2 Pet. 1:19-21
• I will pursue spiritual growth, love for Jesus, and a transformed lifestyle through active participation with Emmaus in personal prayer, personal Bible reading, church community, worship gatherings, and declaring and displaying the gospel in fellowship with other members. Acts 2:42-47; Heb. 10:23-25; Titus 3:14; Luke 18:1; Acts 17:11; 1 Cor. 9:24-27; Eph. 5:1-21
• I will be generous with all that God has given me, including my finances, gifting, time, and abilities; this includes regularly giving financially to Emmaus Church and serving regularly with Emmaus Church. Matt. 25:14-30; 2 Cor. 8-9; 1 Pet. 4:10-11
• I will abstain from sexual immorality such as adultery, premarital sex, pornography, and homosexuality. Rom. 1:26-28, 13:11-14; 1 Cor. 6:15-20, 10:8; Eph. 5:3; 1 Thess. 4:1-8; Heb. 13:4
• I will pursue health in my marriage, believing that marriage is intended to be a life-long commitment; I will pursue reconciliation, forgiveness, and wholeness with my spouse and will commit to biblical marriage counseling before pursuing divorce. Matt. 19:1-12; Mark 10:1-12; Luke 16:18; 1 Cor. 7:10-11; Eph. 5:22-33
• I will abstain from illegal use of drugs, drunkenness, and gossip. Rom. 1:28-32, 13:13; Gal. 5:19-21; Eph. 5:18; Jas. 3:3-18
• I will pursue what makes for peace and mutual upbuilding. Rom. 14:19
• I will live wisely in my Christian freedom. 1 Cor. 8:1-13
• I will lovingly receive the discipline and correction of the Holy Spirit when biblically approached by fellow believers. Matt. 18:15-20; 1 Cor. 5:9-13; Heb. 12:5-11
• I will confess my sin to God and fellow believers. 1 John 1:9; Jas. 5:6
• I will repent and seek holiness by pursuing to kill my sin. Rom. 8:13; Col. 3:5
• I will submit to the elders of Emmaus church and follow other appointed leaders of the church as we strive for unity and peace within the church. Eph. 4:1-3; Heb. 13:17; 1 Pet. 5:5
• I will inform my Community Group leader and/or an elder of Emmaus if I choose to leave Emmaus for any reason, and I will seek out another local church in which I can serve and grow.
• I have read and agree to live in unity according to the doctrinal statement of Emmaus Church.
• I understand that Emmaus Church may practice church discipline (removal of membership) for unrepentant sin, and I hereby do not hold Emmaus Church, its leadership, or its members liable for said actions.