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Since the word "Membership" implies so many different ideas to different people, we refer to
two distinct profiles to clarify participation in the life of the church. These are detailed below.
"Church Membership"
Church membership is a very open and informal inclusion of all who profess Christian faith and choose to declare this church as their regular "home" church. We like to say, "First Church is where the new life
in Christ makes you a member!" In addition to an "active" listing in our directory to receive information about church life, this distinction is helpful for determining status regarding provision and discounts for use of facilities, weddings, care
and accountability, as well as other Church Membership benefits.
"Corporation Membership"
First Church God, Inc., is a registered Corporation in the state of
Ohio that functions in compliance with laws governing non-profit tax status and the holding of
real estate. For this reason the corporation by-laws stipulate requirements for the conducting of business meetings and eligibility for voting privileges. While meetings of the corporation are open to any who wish to attend, there are
several criteria that must be satisfied in order to vote on matters of corporate decision.
For more information on eligibility for voting privileges contact the church
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