FCM faith communities

Coming together for inclusive ministry.

Where two or more are gathered, God is present. Faith communities find common ground for the common good, to grow, to be inspired and to serve.

Like the early Christian communities, we believe that the people of God, whenever and wherever they gather, are church.

The FCM Constitution
Affiliated in mission and ministry

Your community, your way, our shared mission.

  • Shared mission

    Join our common mission of inclusive ministry and FCM’s five core values.

  • Your independence

    Keep your members, practices, ministries and plans as they are.

  • Common standards

    Abide by FCM’s Constitution, Bylaws, Professional Practice Policy and Standards of Ethical Conduct.

    Governing documents
What membership brings

Benefits of becoming an FCM Faith Community.

  • A national network

    Become part of a growing national ministerial faith community.

  • Shared work

    Join other communities on social justice issues, mission projects, retreats and events.

  • Grants and funding

    Grant and funding opportunities just for FCM Faith Communities.

  • Members-only resources

    Liturgical, program and experiential resources, and the FCM Realm system for communication.

  • Recognized as church

    Gain characteristics the IRS uses to recognize a church.

  • Listed in the directory

    An optional listing on the FCM website and in the National Directory.

  • A vote for your RVP

    Nominate and vote for your Regional Vice President on the Circle of Directors.

  • Leadership guidance

    Support for developing the leaders in your community.

  • The National Assembly

    Every member of your community may attend and take part.

Becoming an FCM Faith Community

Begin with a conversation.

A representative from your community submits an application. To begin discerning and learn how faith communities take part in FCM’s mission, write to the Chair of Faith Communities at fc@fedcm.org.