FAQs
WHAT IS THE WEEKENDER?
The Citizens Weekender is our on-ramp to all things Citizens: Groups, serving teams, beliefs and membership. We offer several Weekenders throughout the year as a space for new visitors to dialogue with our leaders and take the next step of participation in our church family. Attending a Weekender does not mean you must become a member; it’s simply the best way to learn more about how we practice following Jesus together.
WHY DO THE WEEKENDER?
We believe the Church is central to all God is doing in the world. When you read the New Testament, you see that wherever the gospel of Jesus is proclaimed, people believe, disciples are made, and then new churches are formed. When you put your faith in Jesus, you don’t just get God as your Father, but you are now part of a family, with other Christians as your spiritual brothers and sisters in Christ. You are now part of a larger global Church, lived out in small local expressions – like Citizens Church!
This is why membership matters; it’s you committing to play your role in the larger family of God through a particular local congregation. Every Christian should belong to a local church and take ownership of that church. This includes serving, giving, and participating in biblical community.
The Weekender is designed to offer you the clearest picture of what pursuing membership at Citizens entails.
WHAT HAPPENS AT THE WEEKENDER?
The Weekender runs from 9am-1pm on a Saturday. Leaders at Citizens give participants an overview on groups, our Sunday serving teams, our beliefs and the membership process. There will also be space for you to meet some other members and staff at Citizens. Breakfast, lunch and childcare is provided.
After attending the Weekender, if you're interested in signing up to serve, you'll shadow a team the next day at the Gathering. Attending the Weekender does not commit you to membership at Citizens; it simply serves as a starting point for anyone curious about committing further.
WHEN IS THE NEXT WEEKENDER?
The next Citizens Weekender will take place Saturday, February 1st. You can sign up at the link below.