By Profession of Faith and Baptism

If you have not been baptized and you would like to confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, the Pastor will be glad to discuss this decision with you in your home or his office at your convenience.

If you have been baptized, but you have never had membership in the Church, you may be confirmed as a full member, professing your faith in Jesus Christ.

By Transfer from Another United Methodist Church

Simply call the office at 865-690-8641 or send an e-mail to the Pastor to let him know of your interest in joining. The Pastor will then get in touch with you. Or you may ask him, "Please write for my letter."

It is not necessary for you to write your former church. MPUMC will handle the details of the transfer for you.

By Transfer from Another Christian Denomination

This process is very much like the one above. Since you have already been baptized and confirmed, these steps will not be repeated. You will be asked to take the one vow taken by all members of the United Methodist Church:

"Will you be loyal to the United Methodist Church and uphold it with your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and your witness?"

By Transfer From a Denomination That Will
Not Accept Transfers Across Denominational Lines

Your baptism is accepted. You will be received by transfer without the letter through a process called Renewal of Vows. This is shown on page 38 of the Methodist Hymnal. You will be asked to take the following pledge:

"Will you be loyal to the United Methodist Church and uphold it with your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and your witness?"