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Below are answers to some of the questions we are frequently asked. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.

WHY ARE YOU A BAPTIST CHURCH?

This church is a Baptist church by conviction and principle. This means that we believe the basic Bible teachings for which Baptists have historically stood. As Baptists, we believe the following: the Bible is our sole authority for all matters of faith and practice. The church should be autonomous or self-governing. The believer does not need a priest, other than Jesus Christ, to come boldly to God. Every Christian has equal access to God personally. God’s Word gives us two ordinances for the church-baptism and the Lord’s Table. Each person is individually responsible for his decision to accept Christ. The separation of church and state is biblical. The believer is eternally secure and cannot lose salvation. There are two biblical offices in the church pastors and deacons.

WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR MEMBERSHIP?

To be a member of Heritage you must first be saved and then baptized in a church of like-faith. You must also read and agree with our Church Constitution, and each new member must attend and complete our new members class prior to joining.

HOW CAN I BE INVOLVED IN MINISTRY?

There are two types of ministry involvement at Heritage Baptist. Many different people help with volunteer projects in areas such as maintenance and service related projects. Feel free to contact the church if you would like to volunteer your time in this way. If you are interested in teaching, helping, singing, or other visible positions of leadership an appointment must be set with the pastor.

HOW IS THE LEADERSHIP OF THE CHURCH STRUCTURED?

Ultimately, Christ is the head of this church. On a daily basis, the pastor primarily leads the church. Through prayer and the study of God’s Word, pastor strives to follow the leading of God for our church ministry. Also, our deacons/trustees serve as a church elected group that meets with the pastor to review and discuss matters of church importance. This provides a high level of accountability as well as a great spirit of team cooperation as we follow God’s leading for this church.