Covenant Brethren Church provides membership opportunities for both congregations and individuals. Individual membership is available for those who are not members of a CBC congregation. Those seeking membership are encouraged to become familiar with the beliefs, affirmations, practices, and organizational structure of Covenant Brethren Church before beginning the application process.

Before Applying

Those considering membership should review the Statement of Faith and Bylaws of Covenant Brethren Church.

Statement of Faith >
The Statement of Faith describes the beliefs, affirmations, and practices held by Covenant Brethren Church.

Bylaws >
The Bylaws provide information regarding membership, organization, governance, and the responsibilities of Covenant Brethren Church and its members.

Congregations desiring to become members of Covenant Brethren Church may apply for membership through the process established in the CBC Bylaws.

A congregation seeking membership should:

1. Review the Covenant Brethren Church Statement of Faith and Bylaws.
2. Approve a request to join Covenant Brethren Church by a two-thirds majority vote at a congregational business meeting.
3. Complete and submit the Congregational Application.
4. Covenant to follow the beliefs and affirmations contained in the Covenant Brethren Church Statement of Faith.
5. Submit the application for consideration by the Covenant Brethren Church Executive Board.

The Executive Board will review the application and provide its decision in writing.

Membership in Covenant Brethren Church does not transfer ownership of a congregation’s real or personal property to Covenant Brethren Church. Property belonging to a member congregation remains with that congregation.

Congregational Applications
Download Congregational Application Form >
Congregational Fact Sheet and Affirmation Statement

For congregations located outside of the United States
Download Congregational Application Form – Outside the United States >
Congregational Fact Sheet and Affirmation Statement (International)

The CBC Bylaws also provide for individuals who desire to become members of Covenant Brethren Church apart from membership through a local CBC congregation.

Individuals applying for membership are asked to review the Covenant Brethren Church Statement of Faith and covenant to follow the beliefs and affirmations contained within it.

Individual membership applications are reviewed by the Covenant Brethren Church Executive Board, and applicants are notified of the Board’s decision.

Download Individual Membership Application >
Membership Application and Affirmation Statement

Individuals seeking ministerial credentials through Covenant Brethren Church may apply for licensing or ordination using the Ministerial Fact Sheet and Affirmation Statement.

The application requests information regarding current ministerial credentials, ministry experience, ministerial training, and ethics training. Applicants are also asked to affirm that they fully embrace the Covenant Brethren Church Statement of Faith and will support the CBC Bylaws and Statement of Faith in their ministry. Covenant Brethren Church

A background check is required for ministers serving in Covenant Brethren Church. The background check form and instructions are included with the application. Covenant Brethren Church

Download Ministerial Credentialing Application >
Ministerial Fact Sheet and Affirmation Statement

For churches that are interested in becoming part of the Covenant Brethren Church, please download and complete the church application form. Completed forms can be mailed to Grover Duling (3232 Laurel Dale Road, Keyser, WV 26726) or any member of the executive team listed on this website.

Sample Documents for Credentialing Ministers or Churches Joining Covenant Brethren Church