Membership
Thank you for considering the Asia-Pacific International University Church for your spiritual needs. Membership is an intentional step in the faith journey that signifies your commitment to following Jesus in the context of a specific congregation (what we sometimes call a “local expressions of the Body of Christ”).
You can join in one of three ways, as detailed below. Whatever path you choose, we hope you’ll join us when you feel the time is right. We’re here to assist you in settling in and becoming a part of our church.
(1) Baptism
Baptism, for Christians, is an expression of our willingness to follow Jesus and to take part in his life, death, and resurrection in a symbolic manner. With Baptism, we also make a commitment to join the church community and serve the world that God loves as part of the Body of Christ. A baptism is the official way for the church at AIU Church and the Seventh-day Adventist denomination to welcome you.
(2) Profession of Faith
One of the ways to join the AIU Church and the Seventh-day Adventist denomination is to make a Profession of Faith. A pastor will typically give a brief introduction to the newcomer during a worship service.
You can join Profession of Faith if any of the following applies to you:
First of all, you must be an already-converted Christian who has been baptized in another Christian communion and wish to join the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Your home church has failed to respond to a transfer request or your membership record has been misplaced, and you need a letter of transfer from your home church.
(3) Membership Transfer
A membership transfer can be requested through our church office if you are a member of another Seventh-day Adventist congregation and would like to make AIU Church your home church. The request is made by our office, and your previous church confirms your membership and authorizes the move. For those who have had trouble contacting their prior congregations and wish to rejoin us, making a Profession of Faith may be a viable option for you.