At Elim Church Northampton, we believe that following Jesus is not meant to be done alone, it’s a shared journey, lived out in authentic community. Becoming a member is one way to express your commitment to that journey within a local church family.
While the Bible doesn’t lay out a formal structure for church membership, it does clearly show the importance of belonging, mutual care, and shared responsibility within the Body of Christ. Throughout the New Testament, believers were known, nurtured, discipled, and sent, not in isolation, but as part of a committed community.
In a world that often promotes independence and individualism, church membership is a countercultural declaration. It says: I’m choosing to walk with others, to be known, supported, accountable, and part of something bigger than myself.
Many people happily sign up for memberships, whether it’s a gym, a football club, or a local co-op; because they believe in the mission and want to play their part. Church membership is far more than that. It’s a mutual relationship of commitment and trust, where both the leadership and the congregation say: We’re in this together.
When you become a member of ECN, you’re saying:
In return, as a church, we commit to:
Membership is open to anyone who:
Has accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Saviour
Is regularly attending Elim Church Northampton
Has been baptised in water (or is willing to take that next step)
Is seeking to live according to the Bible and grow in Christ
Embraces Elim’s core beliefs and values
While anyone is welcome to attend our services and events, no matter their background or beliefs, certain leadership and ministry roles require the commitment of membership.
If you’re ready to take this next step or would like to chat more about it, we’d love to hear from you. Membership isn’t about ticking a box, it’s about building the kind of church Jesus dreamed of: one body, many parts, working together in unity and love.
To express your interest or find out more, please contact us via admin@elimnorthampton.com
