A person may join the church by:
Profession of Faith = decides to follow Jesus and will be baptized to demonstrate his/her commitment.
Transfer of Membership = desire to become a member from another Baptist church.
Statement of Faith = desires to become a member from a non-Baptist church. (e.g., Methodist or Presbyterian)
Rededication = has previously made a profession of faith and now seeks a deeper dimension in living for Him.
Watchcare = treated as a member, but does not actually move membership from home church. No voting rights. (e.g., college student)