Discerning the Meaning of Church Membership at Theophilus Church Houston Texas

The purpose of this thesis was to develop a better understanding of the meaning of church membership at Theophilus Church a non-denominational church started in the summer of 2010. A series of five discussion sessions were held to explore the biblical historical and theological meaning of membership in the church. Included in the discussions was a case study of how three other churches of similar approach philosophically and practically do church membership. The discussion sessions resulted in a Statement on Belonging to Our Community that will guide the development of a future catechesis for new members.