'Belong' in 3 Weeks
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The foundations of the Christian faith
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Our church’s vision, mission, and values
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What it means to be part of a church family
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Baptism and church membership
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Growing, serving, and living as disciples of Jesus
Each session includes teaching from the Bible, time for discussion, and space to ask questions
What is 'Belong'?
Belong is a short course designed to help you take your next step in the life of St Stephen’s.
Over three weeks, we look together at the foundations of the Christian faith, what is important and distinctive about our church, and what it means to follow Jesus as part of His church family.
Belong prepares those who are seeking church membership and those who would like to be baptised as a public declaration of their faith in Jesus.
It’s a space to grow in understanding, ask questions, and consider how God is calling you to live as His disciple within the church community.
What You’ll Learn
During Belong, we explore:
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The foundations of the Christian faith
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Our church’s vision, mission, and values, and how these shape our life together
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What we believe and our theological foundations
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How our church is led and structured
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What church membership means
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What baptism means and why it matters
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How you can grow, serve, and take your place in the life of the church
There is also time for questions and conversation with church leaders.
Who is it for?
Growing in Faith
Wanting to follow Jesus more closely
Making St Stephen’s Home
Considering church membership
Preparing for Baptism
Ready to declare your faith in Jesus
What Happens After 'Belong'?
At the end of the Belong course, participants are invited to consider their next step.
For some, this means applying for church membership. For others, it may include preparing to be baptised and making a public profession of faith.
Those taking these steps are supported by church leaders and guided through what it means to publicly declare faith in Jesus and commit to life as part of His church.
New members and those being baptised are welcomed and prayed for during a Sunday service — a joyful moment as we give thanks for God’s work and grow together as Christ’s body.
When & How to Join
Belong meets once a week for three weeks.
Upcoming Belong Dates:
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Starting 1 March — held across three Sundays
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Starting 5 August — held on Wednesday evenings
Locations, times, and weekly details will be shared closer to each start date.
You can RSVP via our Events page once each Belong event is listed.