¶5.1 “Dearly beloved, the persons before you have been members of the Bethel Methodist Church of _________________________ and are presenting themselves for membership in this church.”

Question: “Beloved, you are not a stranger to Bethel Methodism. And as a fellow member of our denominational family, we ask only if you will be loyal to this church and uphold it with your prayers, your presence, your gifts and your service?”

Answer: “I will, God being my helper.”