Membership

We are so glad you’re interested in membership at St. Paul’s! We are so happy that God brought you to us! 

We offer our Exploring Membership series of classes twice each year to help you make an informed, prayerful decision about choosing St. Paul’s as your new church home. We ask all people transferring membership from another church to participate in our Exploring Membership process — as it is for your benefit to truly connect to the life and ministry of St. Paul’s. 

To register for the Fall 2025 classes, fill out the online form at the bottom of this page or email Heather Jackson, at HeatherJ@StPaulsSummerville.org. If you need childcare, please give their names and ages in the email. 

All classes are on Sundays 12:15-1:00pm in Ambler Hall, and a light lunch served.

We look forward to meeting you!

Fall 2025 Exploring Membership Classes

Let’s Connect Brunch – Sunday (September 14) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall

Join us for a delicious catered meal to learn more about St. Paul’s. If you like what you hear, you are invited to join our Exploring Membership classes beginning the next Sunday. 

Come see if we’re the church home for you.

This is a short introduction and overview of the vision, ministry, and family of St. Paul’s.  Childcare is available upon request. 

Basic Christianity – Sunday (September 21) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall
Our church’s first goal is to make sure that we all know Jesus and what He came to do for us. We offer the book “Basic Christianity” by John Stott. This classic book explains the Gospel message in an easy-to-understand format. We provide the book free of charge to those who are considering St. Paul’s as a church home.

Joys of Anglicanism – Sundays (September 28 + October 5) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall
We want our church to be filled with strong Christians, and we also want them to understand the rich Anglican tradition. Whether you have a different denominational background, or grew up in the Anglican Church and just want to examine why we do what we do, this is a wonderful course in the history, theology, and worship of the Anglican Church.

How to use the book of Common Prayer – Sunday (October 12) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall
Let’s explore what the Book of Common Prayer is and how to use it in your daily walk with the Lord.  See how the prayer book can enhance and enrich your public and private worship.

Discover Your S.H.A.P.E. for Ministry – Sunday (October 19) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall
We hope new members know and use their God-given spiritual gifts. We do this through Spiritual Gifts Inventory. Cathy McGrew helps you on your journey to understanding what spiritual gifts you possess and how you might apply those gifts in ministry at St. Paul’s. 

LifeGroups – Sunday (October 26) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall
Get connected with a small group for mutual growth and encouragement in the faith. 

Preparation for Confirmation, Reception and Reaffirmation – Sunday (November 2) at 12:15 pm in Ambler Hall

Final paperwork and details for Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation service.

Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation – Wednesday (December 3) at 6:30 pm in the Historic Church Building 
Your membership at St. Paul’s is complete with the renewing your baptismal vows at our public service of Confirmation. Our Bishop visits twice a year to pray for and receive new members into St. Paul’s through Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation. We ask all transferring and new members to participate in this wonderful and powerful service, where the Bishop invokes the Holy Spirit to release in you the gifts for ministry in your new church home. It is a beautiful moment of celebration as you join your new church family!