WHEN WE SAY ZAO, WE MEAN US.

If you want to grow spiritually, invest in deeper relationships, and co-create the community we need for our collective thriving, consider becoming a member of Zao MKE Church.

As members, we mutually commit to root ourselves in Jesus, center the work of justice in our lives, and build the kind of radically inclusive community we call the Kingdom of God.

What COMMITMENTS DO WE MAKE TO EACH OTHER AS MEMBERS?

We commit to one another relationally, spiritually, and materially.

  • Regularly attend worship and/or community events

  • Make a financial commitment according to our ability

  • Offer volunteer time

We commit to deepening our relationship with Jesus.

  • Take responsibility for our individual and collective spiritual development

  • Incorporate our faith practices beyond Sunday worship or Zao events

We honor and shape Zao’s processes and community agreements.

  • Follow Zao’s grievance process

  • Understand leadership structures and pathways

  • If leaving the community, do so intentionally and well

We build a healthy culture based on our shared values.

  • Show up to the space as representatives of what Zao stands for

  • Be invested in the flourishing of other community members

  • See God in each other

  • Build and participate in a culture of mutual aid

We participate in member-specific leadership and community building opportunities.

  • Attend membership meetings

  • Access the Discord membership group

  • Get the opportunity to partner with another member to support each other in spiritual development

How do i become a member?

  • Attend a series of three membership classes, offered multiple times each year

  • Discern whether membership is right for you

  • Make the commitments of membership

  • Participate in a celebration during service commissioning new members

Upcoming Membership Class Dates:

Zao 201
This class will be led by Pastor Jonah, and will provide an overview of some of the core theological frameworks and ideas that form our understanding of God, ourselves, and our community.

Class times:

  • Sunday, March 16th, 12:30-2pm: in person at Zao

  • Wednesday, March 19th 6-7:30pm: virtual

Zao 301
This class will be led by members of Zao's Vision Team, and will focus on the commitments of membership and the structure and culture of our community.

Class times:

  • Sunday, April 27th, 12-1:30pm: in person at Zao

  • Wednesday, April 30th, 6-7:30pm: virtual

Zao 401
This class will be led by Pastor Jonah, and will focus on how we live out our theological beliefs through spiritual practices and formation.

Class times:

  • Sunday, May 18th 12:30-2pm: in person at Zao

  • Wednesday, May 21st, 6-7:30pm: virtual