Become a Member
Becoming A Member
Thank you for inquiring about membership at Shepherd of the Coast. We are excited about your interest and are delighted you are considering making Shepherd of the Coast your church home.
There is great value in “belonging.” Membership means you are part of a family, part of a team. It means you have pastors and people to serve you and help meet your and your family’s spiritual needs. Membership gives you a place to receive, be fed, to give, serve, use your gifts to make a difference in the lives of people for Christ, to support missions and missionaries, and to participate in important decision-making opportunities that impact people’s lives for Christ.
If you are moving to the area and presently belong to another Missouri Synod Lutheran Church (LCMS)
Arranging for a transfer of membership from another LCMS church is a very simple process. Contact our office manager Kathy Chaffin, [email protected] or (386) 446-2481, and she will put you in touch with Pastor Greg Michel. Pastor Greg will set up a time to meet and get acquainted as the transfer of membership takes place. You may also contact Pastor Greg directly at [email protected].
If you belong to a Lutheran Church other than LCMS
Contact our office manager Kathy Chaffin, [email protected] or (386) 446-2481, and she will put you in contact with Pastor Greg to set up an opportunity to meet and talk through the simple process. Sometimes a transfer of membership can happen very easily after getting acquainted. You may be asked to take our adult instruction course before procuring a transfer of membership just to make sure there is clear understanding of some of the key differences between the LCMS and other Lutheran church bodies. You may also contact Pastor Greg directly at [email protected].
If you are coming from a different denominational background or no church background
We ask that you consider attending our adult instruction course called Lutheranism 101. It is a three-month class which meets weekly on Sunday mornings 9:40-10:40. It is free of charge, and materials are provided free of charge. Children’s ministry (Our Flock) and/or infant care is offered at the same time for your kids. There are no tests or quizzes, and there is no obligation to join our membership.
Upon completion of the course, if it is your desire to officially join, you will be warmly welcomed at that time into membership. Lutheranism 101 is offered throughout the year as there is need. You can sign up for the next class by contacting Pastor Greg at (386) 446-2481 or [email protected].
Contact the Office
Ready to join Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church?
Contact the office to learn how.
Membership Form
Ready to join Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church? Find out more about what becoming a member means and complete the membership form.