I WANT TO BELONG HERE.

MEMBERSHIP AT ROYAL PALMS

Church membership is more than filling out a form—it’s stepping into a family and a mission. At Royal Palms, we believe God calls every believer to live out their faith in community, where we grow together, serve one another, and partner in advancing the gospel.

Why Membership Matters

For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function,  so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. (Romans 12:4-5)

Membership is a way of saying, “I’m committing to this family of Christ-followers.” It’s a declaration that Royal Palms isn’t just the building I attend every week—it’s the family I belong to and the mission I’m a part of. Together, we:

  • Grow in Christ – encouraging one another through worship, discipleship, and prayer.

  • Serve with Purpose – using our gifts to build up the body of Christ and bless our community.

  • Live on Mission – sharing the hope of Jesus here in Phoenix and around the world.

The Membership Process

Becoming a member is simple, but it’s also intentional. We want you to be confident in your decision to join this church family. That’s why our membership process includes:

  1. Discover – get to know our story, vision, and heart as a church.

  2. Church 101 – dig deeper into what it means to follow Jesus and partner with Royal Palms in ministry.

  3. Membership Packet – prayerfully complete a membership packet (online or in print), which walks through what we believe, how we live it out, and what membership means for you.

Once your packet is submitted, one of our elders will connect with you personally to celebrate, answer any questions, and help you take your next step in community and service.

Your Next Step

If you’re ready to move from attending to belonging, and from visiting to partnering, membership is the step for you. We’d love to walk with you as you commit to being part of all God is doing through Royal Palms.

Membership Says . . .

I belong here. And God says that believers belong together (Hebrews 10:23-25). I want to be here with the people of Royal Palms Baptist Church at this time in my walk with Christ, and I want to make a public declaration that I am committed to God’s work through this church.

I affirm, believe, and support the teaching of this church. And God says the believers had all things in common including devotion to the Apostles’ teaching (Acts 2:42-47). I desire to associate with people of like mind and conviction and embrace the authority of God’s Word in my life and the life of the church.

I share the same ministry goals as Royal Palms. And God says that believers are to be committed to one another for the sake of spiritual impact (Ephesians 4:16) I believe that Jesus has a work to do in Phoenix and around the world, and I am willing to join with others who have the same vision to see that it gets done.

I accept responsibility for a group of fellow believers in the family of God. And that is God’s plan as well (Galatians 6:1-2,10). I want to be part of a caring network of people, sharing one another’s joys and sorrows, and helping one another grow through worship, Bible study, and fellowship.

I am accountable to mature brothers and sisters in Christ for my walk with God. And God warns against spiritual autonomy (Hebrews 13:17; Matthew 18:15-20). I want to receive the guidance, equipping, and assistance necessary to remain on target and I do not want to go it alone in standing for Jesus Christ.

I accept responsibility for how things are done here. And God says that is how it should be. (1 Corinthians 12:20-27) Elders, deacons, and other church leaders are called from within and serve the congregation. I believe every member needs to contribute their unique gifting and passion to contribute to a healthy body.

Four Membership Commitments

  1. I have by faith become a follower of Jesus Christ and I have been baptized as a visible way of demonstrating that commitment.

  2. Because a disciple worships Christ, I will attend and fully participate in weekend worship services at Royal Palms.

  3. Because a disciple walks with Christ, I will seek to maintain consistent disciplines of Bible study, prayer, and personal witness. I will walk in fellowship with other believers at Royal Palms by participating in the Small Group ministry at some level. To maintain unity in fellowship, I will neither criticize nor listen to criticism concerning any member(s) of this body and will, when personally offended, speak directly and lovingly with those involved.

  4. Because a disciple works for Christ, I will seek a place to serve with Royal Palms that corresponds with my spiritual giſts and passions. I will financially support the ministries of Royal Palms by faithfully giving back to the Lord a biblical portion of my increase.

***Our online Membership Form will be accessible when you attend Church 101. At the last session you will be given a link to complete the form online, or a physical copy of the packet to complete at your convenience. ***