What Does It Mean to Be an Owner?
At Immanuel, we don’t have “members.” We have Owners. Words carry meaning, and we chose this language intentionally. While membership often implies having certain rights or privileges, ownership suggests responsibility. When you become an Owner at Immanuel, you’re taking responsibility for the health and mission of your church family.
Owners understand that the local church is God’s design for reaching our community, growing in faith, and making disciples. As an owner, you’re saying, “This is my church home, and I’m committed to its mission and health.”
You can learn more about our mission, vision, and values here.
How to Become an Owner
How to Become an Owner
Statement, Baptism, or Letter
Becoming an owner at Immanuel is open to anyone who is a born-again, baptized believer. You can become an owner in three ways:
- By statement – Simply declare that you’re a born-again believer who has been baptized.
- By baptism – If you’re already saved but haven’t been baptized, you become an owner when you’re baptized at Immanuel.
- By letter – Transfer your membership from another church.
We are a Baptist church that believes in the Baptist Faith and Message, but we welcome people from all backgrounds who are committed to growing in their faith. We have owners who previously attended Catholic, Pentecostal, Methodist, and other denominational churches, as well as those with no church background at all. What matters most is your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and your desire to grow in biblical truth.
What is Ownership Track?
Ownership Track is a four-week experience designed to help you discover more about Immanuel, grow in your faith, and understand what it means to be part of our church family. It’s not required to become an owner, and completing it doesn’t automatically make you one – but it’s an incredible opportunity to go deeper.
WHAT YOU'LL LEarn In Ownership Track
What to Expect in Ownership Track
- Small group format – You’ll be in a group with others who are exploring ownership.
- Interactive discussions – This isn’t just lecture-style teaching; you’ll engage with the content and each other.
- Video content – Each week includes video teaching from our pastoral team.
- Practical assessments – Including a spiritual gifts assessment to help you understand how God has wired you.
- Ministry exploration – Learn about the many ways you can get involved and make a difference.
The Value of Going Through Ownership Track
Even if you’re already committed to becoming an owner, Ownership Track offers tremendous value:
Deeper understanding – Go beyond surface-level knowledge to really understand what makes Immanuel unique and how you fit into God’s plan for our church.
Community building – Form relationships with others who are taking similar steps in their faith journey. Many lasting friendships begin in Ownership Track.
Personal discovery – Uncover how God has uniquely designed you for service and ministry. You’ll be surprised by what you learn about yourself and God’s plans for your life.
Clear next steps – Leave with concrete ways to get more involved and continue growing. You’ll know exactly where you want to serve and how to get started.
Think of it as an investment in your spiritual growth and your understanding of how God wants to use you in this local church body.
Ready to take your next step?
If you’re ready to learn more about what it means to call Immanuel home, Ownership Track is the perfect next step. You’ll discover not just more about our church, but more about yourself and God’s purpose for your life.