"AMC" The Arlington Metaphysical Chapel was founded in 1981 by F. Reed Brown as a result of a study group held at Rev. Brown's home on Military Road. The church building was originally the Bon Air Baptist Church. In 1949 it was sold to the Odd Fellows Lodge which then sold the building to the AMC Congregation.

The building was restored to its original interior design, removing dropped ceilings, restoring the chandelier ceiling in the main sanctuary, as well as adding central air conditioning and lighting. A Rogers 834 Organ and Model B Steinway Grand Piano were purchased to aid in the ministry of music. In subsequent years the homes on both sides of the Chapel were purchased for various uses such as Sunday School classrooms, choir room and offices. Stained glass windows were donated by Mrs. Helen Saul and Rev. Pearl Kerwin.

The first carpet came out of the old Arlington County Courthouse and served well for a number of years. Parquet floors and new carpet were then installed a few years later. Beautiful gardens, with a fountain, have been developed encompassing the three properties which are available for meditation or simply observing the beauty of nature. The Chapel began with 105 charter members and continues to grow. Our mailing list as of this date is over 3,000 people.

Ministers, Deacons, Mediums & Healers - Renewal forms will be sent to you directly from the UMC Education Department. If you do not receive your renewal papers by February 15, call the Roanoke Office at 540-562-4889 and inquire as to your status, etc. Remember you are responsible for returning these forms by return mail in order to maintain your status with the Association.

Interested in becoming a Minister, Deacon, Medium or Healer? Ask Rev. Allyson Jones, AMC Board Secretary, for a master application for the educational programs. Master applications must be returned to the AMC office for the local board approval before they are forwarded to Roanoke. You must be a member of a UMC affiliated church for one year before making application for any of the above.

Membership Dues - $12 Individual, $18 Family.

$12 Individual, $18 Family. Remember, the Chapel is ruled, governed and owned by you the members; therefore, it is most important that you maintain your status as a voting member in good standing in order to help guide and assist the Chapel in its growth. A member is one who has attended the required orientation meetings, filled out membership request application, been approved by the Board of Trustees, and taken in publicly at a church service.

How do I become a member?
A member of the Arlington Metaphysical Chapel is one who has attended the required orientation meetings, filled out an "Application for Membership," been approved by the Board of Trustees, and been taken in publicly at a church service.

Membership Orientation classes are scheduled several times a year. Persons interested in becoming a member of AMC will need to attend the orientation from 1-3 every other last Sunday of the month, starting October 2008. This schedule is subject to change, so please call the office to confirm. These informative classes include information about:

» Metaphysical Theology
» The United Metaphysical Churches
» Arlington Metaphysical Chapel

Induction into Membership
New members will be received into membership of AMC at the 11 am Service on a Sunday after the completion of the orientation classes and the approval by the Board of Trustees.
Classes are conducted several times during the year by Rudy Careaga, Platform Chair. See above for schedule or check the Sunday service inserts for updates.

What are the membership dues?
The yearly dues are $12 per individual or $18 per family, payable at the beginning of each year. The Chapel is ruled, governed and owned by its members; therefore, it is most important that members maintain their status as voting members in good standing by paying their annual dues in order to help guide and assist the Chapel in its growth.

Where can I find more information about membership?
A brochure about membership at AMC is available in the chapel's narthex. You can also speak to one of the chapel ministers or a member of the AMC Board of Trustees.

Do I have to be an AMC member to participate in events and committees at the chapel?
You do not have to be a member of AMC to benefit from its classes and many services that it offers.

The chapel emanates the vibrations of the mystical Christ, which says, "Come unto me all ye that are heavy laden and I will give you rest." Many of the ministers and workers of AMC have labored hard and long, with little or no thought of remuneration. Why? Because they believe, practice and have witnessed the results of the Chapel's teachings! They want to give back some of what they have received.

Giving comes in many forms; tithing, special gifts, regular financial support, ushering, healing, teaching, cleaning, cooking, chairing a committee, participating on a committee, visiting the shut-ins, prayer circle and many others.