FOR MORE INFORMATION  ON NEXT STEPS CONTACT TED ZAZOPOULOS AT tedzaz@optonline.net TASTE OF PHILLY NEWCOMER'S RECEPTION [next TOP reception is Sunday August 22nd at 12:30] For those new to the church in the last 6 months or so, this reception is held every two or three months. This is a great oppurtunity to meet with Pastor Steve and other church leaders.  Light refreshments will be served.  Take the next step.  Sign up at the information desk.   BAPTISM  [next baptism celebration is Sunday September 12th after the 2nd service] Baptism in water is an outward expression of a personal decision to know and follow Christ.  It is an act of obedience and a Biblical mandate for believers to be baptized in water.  Our baptism celebrations are twice a year after Sunday services at the pool.  They are followed by a luncheon in the cabaret. It's time to take the plunge.  You can sign up at the information desk.  Invite friends and family to share in this big day.  For a complete information sheet on baptism click here. MEMBERSHIP  At TPC we believe membership in the local church is important. This 3 session seminar highlights what it means to be a Christian and what the expectations of being a member are. The class is taught by Pastor Steve. You can sign up at the information desk. For a detailed look at why church membership is important click here. JOIN A LIFE GROUP  Life is better together because we can encouage and inspire each other through the challenges we face.  In a small group setting people can grow as they develope authentic and open relationships with each other.  They can help each other through tough times.  A life group will also help you focus in on God's word in a regular study that will be specific to the interests of your group.  To find a life group click here. SERVE ON A MINISTRY TEAM Serve in a ministry team that is a fit with your God given gifts.  Jesus said "the Son of man did not come to be served, but to serve".  Jesus was the perfect model of servanthood.  His life challenges us serve in a ministry.  To check out oppurtunities to serve click here.