Exploring Faith
New Member Class

Exploring Faith

This class is for those individuals who recently joined First UCC, who are interested in joining First UCC, or who have been a member for years and just want to refresher on some basics of the faith and of the UCC.

Participating in this class is encouraged but not required for membership.

For more information, please contact Pastor Ben Motz or the church office.

Class Overview

Class One - Sunday, April 12, 2026

Belief about the Bible

Belief in God

Class Two - Sunday, April 19, 2026

The United Church of Christ

History of the Church

Creeds, Statement of Faith, Lord’s Prayer

Belief about the sacraments

Class Three - Sunday, April 26, 2026

Orientation to First UCC of Hamburg (committees, Consistory, activities, etc.)

Discipleship Statement

Constitution & By-Laws

Worship Service

Safe Conduct Policies

Class Four - Sunday, May 3, 2026

Discernment of Gifts

Class Five - Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time and Talent

Stewardship

Evangelism

Daily Devotional

Continual Spiritual Growth

Questions about membership

Feedback on the Series of Classes