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EnglishBecoming a Member of Providence Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
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Membership at Providence Christian Church in Nicholasville, Kentucky is open to all who seek to follow Christ Jesus. You can join in one of three ways: by transfer of membership, by associate membership, or by making a confession of faith. The congregation also recognizes all forms of baptism as valid, and new believers are baptized by immersion.
Who Can Become a Member
The church states that membership is open to all who seek to follow Christ Jesus. There is no additional eligibility test described beyond that intention to follow Christ.
Three Ways to Join
| Path to membership | What it typically involves |
|---|---|
| Transfer of membership | Joining from another congregation and transferring your existing membership |
| Associate membership | An associate relationship with the congregation, suited to those who retain membership elsewhere |
| Confession of faith | Making a public confession of faith in Christ Jesus |
The church lists these three options directly. If you are unsure which fits your situation, the practical difference is whether you are moving your membership from another church (transfer), keeping a primary membership elsewhere while connecting locally (associate), or joining without a prior church membership (confession of faith).
Baptism Policy
Two points define the church's position:
- All forms of baptism are recognized as valid. If you were baptized in another tradition or by a different mode, that baptism is accepted.
- New believers are baptized by immersion. For those being baptized for the first time at Providence, immersion is the practice used.
This combination means prior baptism is not a barrier to membership, and no rebaptism is required for those already baptized.
How to Take the Next Step
Because membership conversations are personal, the church does not publish an online sign-up form in the available information. The practical route is to contact the congregation directly:
- Phone: 859-272-3655
- In person: Attend a Sunday service and speak with the church after worship
Sunday worship is held at 10:45am, with a live stream available for those who want to see the congregation first. Communion is celebrated each Sunday, and the church states that all are welcome at the Lord's Table.
What to Expect When You Visit
If you are exploring membership, a first visit helps you understand the congregation before deciding:
- Worship is described as traditional and spirit-filled.
- Dress is "come as you are."
- Families with infants can use rocking chairs in the worship space or the nursery for infants and toddlers.
- Children ages three and up are invited into Children Worship and Wonder, a hands-on Bible story program.
The congregation notes it is over 200 years old, so you would be joining a long-established community rather than a new church plant.
Common Questions
Do I need to be baptized a certain way to join? No. All forms of baptism are recognized as valid. Immersion applies to new believers being baptized at Providence.
Can I join if I am already a member of another church? Yes — associate membership exists for that situation, and transfer of membership is available if you are moving your membership.
Is there a membership class? The available information does not mention one. Contacting the church at 859-272-3655 is the reliable way to learn current expectations and timing.