What's involved in joining Rock?
Persons may enter into active church membership in the following ways: by profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith in Jesus Christ, or transfer of membership from some other church. Those who wish to join meet with the pastor and are received by the Session (governing board). The Session encourages everyone to be welcomed publicly as a visible sign of our shared covenant of faith.
Those who join upon profession of faith are persons who have never been a member of church before. Those joining upon reaffirmation of faith are persons who were previously active members of a church, but are no longer currently active or are members of a church which does not grant certificates of transfer. Those who are active members of a church who wish to have their membership transferred join upon certificate of transfer. In each category, we celebrate the gifts and graces the individual brings to the church. Youth who wish to join upon profession of faith may participate in Confirmation Class, or may participate in conversations with the pastor.
May I take communion?
Presbyterians welcome all who profess Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior to the Lord's Table--regardless of your denomination.
Who can be a ruling elder?
In our denomination, men and women are both ordained to service as ministers and elders. Elders serve on the Session (the governing board) for three year terms and are elected by the congregation. According to our church's Form of Government, the Session must reflect the diversity of ages, sexes, and backgrounds of our congregation. For more information, visit the website of the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Can I schedule at wedding at Rock?
Yes. Members and non-members are invited to use Rock for their wedding.
Please contact the church for more information regarding fees, scheduling, and policies at (636) 464-7625. Please note: nonmembers may not schedule weddings more than six months in advance. Our sanctuary seats 150 persons comfortably.
How do I schedule a baptism?
Baptisms of either adults or children are acts of public worship, and are scheduled by contacting the pastor. Celebrations of the sacrament of baptism are authorized by the Session, and are normally scheduled at the mutual convenience of the church and parents or individual. As part of the preparation for baptism, the pastor will contact you to arrange a time to talk about the meaning of the sacrament and its importance in the journey of faith.
Is Rock part of a denomination?
Rock is a congregation in the Presbyterian Church (USA), the largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States. The PC (USA) has its denominational offices in Louisville, KY, and its website is www.pcusa.org.
Persons may enter into active church membership in the following ways: by profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith in Jesus Christ, or transfer of membership from some other church. Those who wish to join meet with the pastor and are received by the Session (governing board). The Session encourages everyone to be welcomed publicly as a visible sign of our shared covenant of faith.
Those who join upon profession of faith are persons who have never been a member of church before. Those joining upon reaffirmation of faith are persons who were previously active members of a church, but are no longer currently active or are members of a church which does not grant certificates of transfer. Those who are active members of a church who wish to have their membership transferred join upon certificate of transfer. In each category, we celebrate the gifts and graces the individual brings to the church. Youth who wish to join upon profession of faith may participate in Confirmation Class, or may participate in conversations with the pastor.
May I take communion?
Presbyterians welcome all who profess Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior to the Lord's Table--regardless of your denomination.
Who can be a ruling elder?
In our denomination, men and women are both ordained to service as ministers and elders. Elders serve on the Session (the governing board) for three year terms and are elected by the congregation. According to our church's Form of Government, the Session must reflect the diversity of ages, sexes, and backgrounds of our congregation. For more information, visit the website of the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Can I schedule at wedding at Rock?
Yes. Members and non-members are invited to use Rock for their wedding.
Please contact the church for more information regarding fees, scheduling, and policies at (636) 464-7625. Please note: nonmembers may not schedule weddings more than six months in advance. Our sanctuary seats 150 persons comfortably.
How do I schedule a baptism?
Baptisms of either adults or children are acts of public worship, and are scheduled by contacting the pastor. Celebrations of the sacrament of baptism are authorized by the Session, and are normally scheduled at the mutual convenience of the church and parents or individual. As part of the preparation for baptism, the pastor will contact you to arrange a time to talk about the meaning of the sacrament and its importance in the journey of faith.
Is Rock part of a denomination?
Rock is a congregation in the Presbyterian Church (USA), the largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States. The PC (USA) has its denominational offices in Louisville, KY, and its website is www.pcusa.org.