Membership
Membership Classes are offered several times per year. Membership includes:
- Eligibility to serve on the Board of Directors
- The expectation of attending the Annual Congregational Business Meeting (ACBM, held in June of each year)
- The expectation of voting in Board Member elections (held during the ACBM)
- The expectation of voting in the election of a new Senior Pastor, when necessary
Anyone, whether they are a member or not, is welcome to identify as part of MCC Toronto’s faith community and participate in the life of our church, including:
- Worship Services, including receiving Communion
- Bible Study and small groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Receive Congregational Care
- Baptisms, Funerals, Weddings
- Committees and Teams
At MCC Toronto, baptism is not required for membership. We are a church in the Christian tradition, however you do not need to identify as a Christian to become a member.
We ask that potential members:
- Are regular worship attendees (of at least for 3+ months)
- Are ready to make a long-term commitment to MCC Toronto
- Financially contribute to MCC Toronto, as they are able
- Intend to, or already volunteer with MCC Toronto
- Are in general agreement with MCC Toronto’s core values and bedrock beliefs – https://www.mcctoronto.com/spiritual-services/#what-we-believe
The church’s commitment to members is to provide a sense of belonging, a safe space to be your authentic self, provide pastoral care, and offer spiritual growth, as well as social justice opportunities.
Our next membership class date and time will be announced in our newsletter and social media platforms. So, please subscribe to our newsletter, The Query on our homepage and follow us on social media.