A Clear Path from First Visit to Faithful Disciple

At Dogwood Hills, we believe every person who walks through our doors deserves a clear path forward.

Membership isn't just about joining a church; it's about finding your place in a family that will walk with you, know you, and expect you to grow.

Below is our membership pathway. Wherever you are in the journey, there's a next step waiting for you.

Step 1: Guest
John 1:39 -- "Come and you will see."

Every journey starts somewhere. Yours starts here. When you walk through our doors for the first time, you're our guest -- and we mean that. No pressure, no expectations. Just a warm welcome and an open seat. We want you to experience who we are before you make any kind of commitment.

Next Step:

Join us on Sundays at 11am. Introduce yourself to Pastor Les or anyone on our team.

Step 2: Neighbor
Matthew 4:19 -- "Follow me."

A neighbor isn't a stranger anymore. You've been here a few times. You're starting to recognize faces and people are starting to recognize yours. This is the stage where something shifts -- you stop visiting and start belonging. We want to get to know you, and we want you to get to know us.

Next Step:

Connect with Pastor Les. Let us know you're interested in learning more about Dogwood Hills and what membership looks like.

Step 3: Member
Hebrews 10:24 -- "Stir one another up."

This is where you make it official.

Becoming a member of Dogwood Hills means you're committing to this church family -- and we're committing to you. The process is personal and unhurried. You'll complete a spiritual gifts inventory so we know where you can serve. You'll join us for a new member class -- a Sunday lunch in the fellowship hall where you'll learn what we believe and what life at DHBC looks like. You'll have a personal conversation with Pastor Les, and you'll sign our church membership covenant. It's not a legal document. It's a declaration that you're in.

Next Steps:

  • Complete the spiritual gifts inventory (available from the church office)
  • Attend the new member class (Sunday lunch in the fellowship hall [contact us for the next scheduled date]) Meet with Pastor Les
  • Sign the membership covenant
Step 4: Disciple
Matthew 28:19 -- "Go and make."

Membership isn't the finish line -- it's the starting line. Every member of Dogwood Hills is on a pathway of intentional spiritual growth. At this stage you're not just attending. You're growing, serving, and investing in others. We'll help you take your next step through our discipleship pathway, where the goal isn't just to grow in your own faith but to help someone else grow in theirs.

Next Step:

Ask about joining a D-Group and stepping into our discipleship pathway.

Your Next Step
Matthew 11:28 -- "Come to me."

You don't have to have it all figured out. Just take the next step. We'd love to talk.

Let's Talk