Becoming a Member

Welcome! We extend to you the hospitality of Jesus Christ. We are delighted to have you seek God with us, to join us in worship, and to serve Him through the community of Christ Church.

Anyone who worships on a regular basis at Christ Church is considered to be part of this congregation whether or not they officially become a member. All people are invited and encouraged to officially become members of Christ Church through transferring of membership from another church, baptism, or confirmation at Christ Church. Membership is not required to participate in activities or be considered a part of this parish family.

Transfer of Membership: If you have been a member of an Episcopal church or any other denomination, your membership can be transferred to Christ Church by contacting Christy Letanosky, 704-714-6972, letanoskyc@christchurchcharlotte.org.

Baptism: The basic requirement for "membership" in any Episcopal Church is baptism. The Episcopal Church recognizes baptism which occurs in all other Christian denominations. Written notification of baptism from a different Christian church is sufficient. People desiring to be baptized at Christ Church may contact one of the clergy members or speak to Susan Morris, 704-714-6962, morriss@christchurchcharlotte.org.

Confirmation: "Confirmed" indicates that a person has undergone laying on of hands by an Episcopal Bishop in a congregational worship service. When someone has been confirmed in another Episcopal congregation, a letter of membership can be transferred from the previous congregation. When someone has been confirmed by a Bishop in the Catholic, Lutheran or Eastern Orthodox Church, that person can be received by an Episcopal Bishop in a service. Confirmation classes are offered at Christ Church on Sundays, February-May at 10:00 a.m. Confirmation classes cover Episcopal faith, liturgy and history with participants. Our 8th grade students typically are enrolled in confirmation classes as a group each fall. Contacts are Jenny Beaumont (adults) 704.714.6945, beaumontj@christchurchcharlotte.org and John Porter-Acee (teens), 704.714.6946, porter-aceej@christchurchcharlotte.org.

New Members' Classes
Throughout the year Christ Church offers an opportunity for those looking to learn more about their Parish and the Episcopal Church. The class examines such areas as worship, the Bible, ethical decision making, community life, prayer and church history, in addition to the traditions, programs, and fun that Christ Church offers.  It is also offered as a preparation class for those who with to be confirmed into the Episcopal Church.  For more information call Aimee Norman 704-333-0378, or email her at normana@christchurchcharlotte.org.

For membership information, or changes to your mailing address, telephone numbers, or e-mail addresses, please contact: Christy Letanosky, 704-714-6972, letanoskyc@christchurchcharlotte.org