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Welcome to New Hope Baptist Church: Your New Spiritual Home

At New Hope Church, we are excited to welcome you into our faith family. Joining a church is a meaningful step in your spiritual journey, and we are here to walk with you every step of the way. Our New Members Ministry is dedicated to making your transition seamless, enriching, and spiritually fulfilling.

Why Join New Hope Church?

Becoming a member of New Hope Church means becoming part of a vibrant, loving, and faith-filled community committed to spiritual growth, fellowship, and service. As a member, you will:

  • Be part of a church that actively impacts our community and beyond.
  • Be embraced as part of our family in Christ.
  • Receive spiritual guidance and resources to grow in your faith.
  • Have opportunities to serve, lead, and contribute to God’s work.

Who Can Join New Hope Church?

Membership is open to everyone who desires to grow in faith and become part of our family in Christ:

  • New Believers: If you’ve recently accepted Christ, we will guide you in understanding your faith and the importance of baptism. Baptism is encouraged for new believers and will take place at the next scheduled baptism service.
  • Transferring Members: If you are joining from another church, we welcome you through Christian experience.
  • Returning Members: If you are reconnecting with New Hope, welcome back! We are excited to help you reintegrate into the life of the church.

How to Become a Member:

Follow these three steps to join New Hope Church and fully integrate into our community:

Step 1: Declare Your Desire to Join
You can express your interest in becoming a member in one of the following ways:

Step 2: Attend Orientation Classes
Our New Members Orientation Classes are essential for preparing you to engage fully with our community.

Requirements:
Complete six orientation classes:

  • Two Virtual Classes: Attend from the comfort of your home.
  • Four In-Person Classes: Meet on-site to build connections and experience the community firsthand.

Details:

  • When: Every Sunday at 9:30 AM. Virtual classes are scheduled at your convenience—contact us for details.
  • Where: Education Building on the main church campus (for in-person classes); virtual classes are held on Zoom.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The mission, vision, beliefs, and history of New Hope Church.
  • Fundamentals of the Christian faith.
  • How to grow spiritually and actively participate as a member.
  • An overview of ministries and opportunities to serve.

Step 3: Join a Ministry and Receive the Right Hand of Fellowship
Becoming an active member means more than attending services—it’s about engaging with a ministry that aligns with your passions, talents, and spiritual gifts. To get in touch, call us at (504) 523-5935 or email newhope1807@gmail.com.

Become a Member

How to Join a Ministry:

  1. Complete the Spiritual Gifts Survey: Discover your unique God-given talents and strengths. This survey helps us guide you toward ministries where you can make the greatest impact.
  2. Explore the Ministry Directory: Once you’ve identified your spiritual gifts, explore our Ministry Directory to find opportunities that align with your interests and talents.
  3. Connect with Ministry Leaders: Our ministry leaders are here to welcome you, provide guidance, and help you begin serving in a meaningful way.

Right Hand of Fellowship:
After completing your orientation classes, you will officially receive the Right Hand of Fellowship during a worship service. This special ceremony symbolizes your full integration into our church family and is a joyous occasion for the entire congregation.

Quarterly Check-Ins with the New Membership Team:
To ensure you feel supported and connected, the New Membership Team will conduct quarterly check-ins during your first year as a member. These check-ins provide an opportunity to:

  • Reflect on your spiritual growth and church involvement.
  • Address any questions or challenges you may face.
  • Explore additional ways to connect and serve within New Hope Church.

The New Membership Team is here to walk with you as you deepen your faith and fellowship.

For More Information

If you have any questions about joining New Hope Church, please contact Pamela White at membership@newhopeno.org or call the church at (504) 523-5935.

For transportation assistance, call our Transportation Line at (504) 523-1123.