Membership Form • Bethel Pentecostal Church

Bethel Pentecostal Church Sundridge Local Church Membership Application Form

(Aligned with PAOC Local Church Constitution & By-Laws)

A. Personal Information

Full Legal Name: *

Preferred Name (if different):

Home Address *

Mailing Address *

Mobile Number *

Phone Number (Home):

Email Address *

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) *

Spouses Name: (If Applicable)

Anniversary:

Children (names & birth dates of children living at home):

B. Procedure of Membership

Select One of the following: *

New Application

Reinstatement of Membership

Transfer from Another PAOC Church

From Another Denomination

C. Spiritual Maturity

1. Have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Saviour? *

Yes

Where?

When?

2. Have you been water baptized? *

Yes

Scheduled for next Water Baptism Sunday

Method: *

Full Immersion

Sprinkling

Pouring

Other

Where? *

When? *

By Whom? *

3. Are you prepared to renounce all sin and evil habits with the help of the Lord? *

Yes

4. Are you prepared to submit yourself to the discipline of the Assembly according to God's Word? *

Yes

D. General Background

1. What, if any, is your religious background? *

2. Previous Church Affiliation(s):

Name & Address of Church: (1) *

Senior Pastor: *

Member: *

Yes

Reason for leaving: *

Name & Address of Church: (2)

Senior Pastor

Member:

Yes

Reason for leaving:

3. What (or who) brought you to this church? *

4. What is your occupation? *

E. Agreement with PAOC Doctrine & Church Values

The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC) holds to evangelical and Pentecostal doctrine, including the authority of Scripture, salvation by grace through faith, water baptism, Spirit baptism, and a Christ-centred life.

Do you affirm agreement with the Statement of Essential Truths of the PAOC and the vision, mission, and values of this local church? *

Yes

I am willing to learn and grow in understanding

F. Commitment to Membership Responsibilities

As outlined in the PAOC Local Church Constitution and By-Laws, members are expected to:

● Live a Christian life consistent with biblical teaching - (1 John 2:6; Romans 12:2)

● Support the church through prayer, participation, and service — Acts 2:42;

● Support the work of the church through finance (giving and tithing) (Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:7)

● Walk in unity, love, and accountability within the church body (Ephesians 4:3; 1 Peter 4:8)

● Submit to the spiritual leadership and governance of the local church (Hebrews 13:17)

Do you willingly commit to these responsibilities as a member of this church? *

Yes

I would like further conversation

G. Ministry Involvement & Gifts

Are you currently serving or interested in serving in a ministry? *

Yes

Not Sure

I would like to get involved

Spiritual gifts or skills you would like to offer (optional):

H. Lifestyle, Holiness & Accountability (Pastoral Care)

Membership in the local church includes pastoral care, spiritual accountability, and a commitment to biblical holiness and conduct consistent with Scripture.

Acts of the Sinful Nature

Members are called to refrain from the acts of the sinful nature, as outlined in Galatians 5:19–21 (NIV), which include:

● Sexual immorality

● Impurity and debauchery

● Idolatry and witchcraft

● Hatred, discord, jealousy

● Fits of rage, selfish ambition

● Dissensions, factions, and envy

● Drunkenness, orgies, and the like

Scripture warns that those who live in such practices without repentance “will not inherit the kingdom of God.”

Sexual Conduct

Sexual immorality, as referenced in Scripture, shall be interpreted to include common-law marital relationships, pre-marital sexual relationships, and extra-marital sexual relationships (see 1 Corinthians 6:15–18; 7:1–2; 1 Thessalonians 4:3–8; Hebrews 13:4).

This also includes all forms of homosexual activity, along with other practices deemed inexcusable for Christian conduct, and which place a person under God’s judgment (see Romans 1:26–2:11).

Restoration, Discipline & Pastoral Care

The church affirms that God’s desire is repentance, restoration, and transformation through the power of the Holy Spirit. Members who struggle in these areas are encouraged to seek pastoral care, accountability, and prayer, with the goal of restoration and spiritual growth, not condemnation.

Process of Restoration & Discipline (Matthew 18:15–17)

In keeping with Scripture, the church follows a biblical and redemptive process when addressing matters of sin, conduct, or discipline:

Private Conversation – If a member is found to be in sin or living contrary to biblical standards, a loving and private conversation will first take place with the goal of repentance, clarity, and restoration (Matthew 18:15).
Confirmed Counsel – If the matter is not resolved, one or two additional mature believers or church leaders may be involved to provide counsel, accountability, and confirmation (Matthew 18:16).
Church Leadership Involvement – If there is continued refusal to repent or submit to biblical counsel, the matter may be brought before the pastoral leadership and/or governing board for prayerful discernment and corrective action (Matthew 18:17).
Restoration as the Goal – Any disciplinary action taken by the church is intended to lead to repentance, healing, and restoration to full fellowship whenever possible (Galatians 6:1).

This process will always be carried out with prayer, humility, confidentiality, and love, under the authority of Scripture and the Constitution and By-Laws of the local church.

Are you willing to live in submission to biblical standards of holiness and to receive pastoral care, guidance, accountability, and biblical correction when necessary? *

Yes

I have questions

I. Personal Commitment

1. Do you acknowledge and accept that the procedures governing your membership are outlined in the Constitution and By-Laws of this local PAOC church? *

Yes

2. Are you currently part of a Life Group / Ministry Team? *

Yes

Interested

3. Are you prepared to faithfully support the work of the Lord in the Assembly with your: a) Time (regular attendance) b) Talent (ministry involvement) c) Finance (giving and tithing) *

Yes

4. Have you attended a Membership Class? *

Yes

Date:

II. Membership Covenant & Declaration

I affirm that the information provided is accurate. I desire to become a member of this local church and acknowledge that my membership is governed by the Constitution and By-Laws of this church, operating under the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. I willingly agree to uphold these governing documents and commit to pursuing unity, holiness, and ongoing spiritual growth.

I hereby consent to the use of an electronic signature, which shall have the same legal effect as a handwritten signature. *

Yes

Applicant Signature: *

Date: *

K. For Church Use Only

Membership Interview Completed: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Interviewed by: ___________________________________ Date: __________________

Membership Approved by Council: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Date Received into Membership: ______________________

Notes: