Starting the Journey Membership Class

Considering membership? Attending our Starting the Journey membership class is one of the requirements for membership at Los Altos UMC. Our Saturday one day sessions (from 9:00am to 2:00pm) are held in the spring and fall each year with lunch and childcare provided. The sessions, facilitated by Pastor Debbie Weatherspoon, include: The Call to Discipleship, Early Methodism and Accountability, The United Methodist Church, The Baptismal Covenant, LAUMC Overview (Building Tour), and The Sacraments.

The fall membership class will be held on Saturday, November 6 with members being received on Sunday, November 14, at the 9:30am service. New members and their families are invited to coffee hour immediately following the service, at 10:30am in Creekside Center.

Whether you are transferring from another United Methodist Church or a long time Los Altos UMC member, this is a great class to deepen the meaning of your journey as a disciple of Jesus Christ, as a United Methodist, and as a member of this congregation.

For more information about transferring church membership, Starting the Journey, or to register for one of our sessions, contact our Adult Ministry Coordinator, Patricia Parfett at 650-383-9322 or patriciaparfett@laumc.org.

Confirmation Class for 8th Graders

Confirmation at LAUMC happens during the 8th grade year. In January, our 8th Grade Sunday School class becomes our Confirmation Class exploring what it means to becomes a member of this church. Confirmation is a time when you traditionally make a decision about joining the church, but this program is for everyone, regardless of whether you are planning to join the church. At the end of the year, you will be invited, but not pressured to join. It will be your decision. The class will confirm who you are as a person, and that you are a valued part of God's creation. This message is for everyone!

If you have questions or would like more information, please visit the Youth Ministries page, or contact Carol Damonte at (650) 948-1083 x131 or CarolDamonte@laumc.org.

Expectations for Membership

Those who make a commitment to the following expectations get the most out of their church experience, as they grow closer to God and to those who share the journey. These aren't rules and regulations for church membership. Neither are they "means of spiritual superiority." Rather they are "means of grace" and grace is always humble, non-judgmental and loving.

Prayer

People of mature faith pray daily for the church, its leadership, the concerns of the people and the world as well as practice spiritual disciplines for themselves.

Attendance

People of mature faith regularly attend Sunday worship services.

Study

People of mature faith participate in at least one class or workshop a year in order to grow in their faith, learn about the Bible and expand their spiritual understanding.

Service

At least once a year people of mature faith participate in a direct mission service to the local community, region or the world.

Fellowship

People with mature faith participate in at least one small group a year, short or long term, in order to grow closer to others and God's spirit available in fellowship.

Gifts

As stewards of God's gifts, people of mature faith donate their time and talent as they are able to the operation of the church and give financially to support its ministry by setting aside a portion of their wealth for God's work.