Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

For more information contact info@southlife.org, fill out this RSVP or follow the instructions when upcoming events are listed below.

Upcoming Sessions

May
4
Sun
The Membership Course @ South Church
May 4 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, May 3, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on May 4, May 11 and May 18. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

May
11
Sun
The Membership Course @ South Church
May 11 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, May 3, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on May 4, May 11 and May 18. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

May
18
Sun
The Membership Course @ South Church
May 18 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, May 3, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on May 4, May 11 and May 18. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Sep
27
Sat
The Membership Course @ South Church
Sep 27 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, September 27, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on September 28, October 5 and 12 in Room 202. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Sep
28
Sun
The Membership Course @ South Church
Sep 28 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, September 27, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on September 28, October 5 and 12 in Room 202. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Oct
5
Sun
The Membership Course @ South Church
Oct 5 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, September 27, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on September 28, October 5 and 12 in Room 202. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Oct
12
Sun
The Membership Course @ South Church
Oct 12 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
The Membership Course @ South Church

The pathway to church membership begins Saturday, September 27, 2025. Come, learn more about membership at South. Enjoy a great discussion, fellowship, and light refreshments with our pastors and deacons. 3 Sunday sessions will follow at 9:30 am on September 28, October 5 and 12 in Room 202. Please RSVP: use the connection card on your worship folder, call Terri at 517 322 2000, or register on the form below.

Church Membership

Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement of South Church.

Requirements for South Church Membership:

  1. Personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
  2. Committed to corporate worship and personal devotion to Christ and His Word.
  3. Baptism as a believer—at South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord.
  4. Membership Course—attend The Membership Course that is normally offered three times during the year.

Please RSVP using the form below one week prior.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

At South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord. Baptismal services are typically held three times annually during evening services. Those interested in being baptized are required to attend baptism classes led by pastoral staff and deacons.

Please contact Terri Bettinger in the church office with questions or to register for upcoming baptism classes.

Upcoming Classes

May
4
Sun
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church
May 4 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church

Baptism Classes are coming up for those who are interested in being baptized at our next baptismal service on June 1, 2025. Attend both May 4 & 11 classes. 9:30 am-10:30 am in Room 202.

Ways to register: Call Terri in the church office at (517) 322-2000, turn in a connection card or let us know you plan to attend the baptism preparation courses with the form below.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

May
11
Sun
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church
May 11 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church

Baptism Classes are coming up for those who are interested in being baptized at our next baptismal service on June 1, 2025. Attend both May 4 & 11 classes. 9:30 am-10:30 am in Room 202.

Ways to register: Call Terri in the church office at (517) 322-2000, turn in a connection card or let us know you plan to attend the baptism preparation courses with the form below.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Sep
28
Sun
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church
Sep 28 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church

Baptism Classes are coming up for those who are interested in being baptized at our next baptismal service on October 26, 2025. Attend both September 28 & October 5 classes. 9:30 am-10:30 am in Room 202.

Ways to register: Call Terri in the church office at (517) 322-2000, turn in a connection card or let us know you plan to attend the baptism preparation courses with the form below.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Oct
5
Sun
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church
Oct 5 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Baptism Classes @ rm 202, South Church

Baptism Classes are coming up for those who are interested in being baptized at our next baptismal service on October 26, 2025. Attend both September 28 & October 5 classes. 9:30 am-10:30 am in Room 202.

Ways to register: Call Terri in the church office at (517) 322-2000, turn in a connection card or let us know you plan to attend the baptism preparation courses with the form below.




If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Are you new to South? We invite you to a casual lunch in the Student Ministry Center and Lounge. There will be a time to get to know Pastor Don, as well as a Q&A with members of the ministry staff to help you learn more about South Church and our desire to help you grow in relationship with Jesus Christ and connect with others at South Church. We would love to meet you. Children are welcome.

For more information contact info@southlife.org, sign-up here or follow the instructions when upcoming events are listed below.

Upcoming Times

Jan
5
Sun
Simply South @ Student Ministry Center
Jan 5 @ 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Simply South @ Student Ministry Center

Are you new to South? Are you new to South? Join us for a luncheon after Creative Service from 12:15-1:30 pm in the Student Ministry Center. Please RSVP below or via the connection card on your worship folder.



If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Apr
27
Sun
Simply South @ Student Ministry Center
Apr 27 @ 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Simply South @ Student Ministry Center

Are you new to South? Are you new to South? Join us for a luncheon after Creative Service from 12:15-1:30 pm in the Student Ministry Center. Please RSVP below or via the connection card on your worship folder.



If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.

Sep
21
Sun
Simply South @ Student Ministry Center
Sep 21 @ 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Simply South @ Student Ministry Center

Are you new to South? Are you new to South? Join us for a luncheon after Creative Service from 12:15-1:30 pm in the Student Ministry Center. Please RSVP below or via the connection card on your worship folder.



If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.