Membership in a church is a very personal decision and is meaningful to different people in different ways. Respecting this diversity, Washington Park UMC encourages membership, but does not require it for full participation in the life of the church. All church functions, building privileges and our communion table during worship remain open to everyone. Church committees are staffed by volunteer members of the church.

Membership within the United Methodist church will provide you with the opportunity to formulate a personal theology, as we are a non-creedal church, and encourage people to utilize the Wesley admonition to “think and let think.” In other words we encourage a personal spiritual journey based on your own belief system.

New membership classes are held regularly throughout the year, typically on Sundays following the worship service.

Designed to provide a grounding in United Methodist history and polity, the orientation sessions also encourage open dialogue regarding current relevant issues facing the church today. Please watch for announcements of upcoming membership orientation classes in the weekly bulletin and The Link newsletter.