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.
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
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.
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.