Thinking of membership?
Who can join?
The Ecclesiological Society is for those who are interested in and enthusiastic about churches.
Anyone can join the Society who is interested in the arts, architecture or liturgy of the Christian Church. Members' interests range over all periods and places, from the earliest churches in Britain through to the most recent developments in ecclesiastical architecture, fittings and liturgy across the world.
For those who enjoy this sort of thing, here is a copy of our laws (Word
format, Acrobat pdf format). We are a registered charity - charity number 210501 - you can link to our entry on the Charity Commission website here.
What are the benefits of joining?
Members are invited to all the Society's events, lectures, visits, guided tours. This year's programme.
All members receive a regular newsletter, Ecclesiology Today. This is issued three times a year. Typically it is 24 pages, with photos, articles, news, letters, notices of recent books and queries from members. For details of recent issues, see publications.
Members receive free copies of the Society's occasional publications. For a list of recent publications, see publications.
Above all, you will have the pleasure of belonging to a Society of like-minded
people - people who love churches!
How much does it cost?
In the UK, the cost is £12.50 per year (£10 for retired), payable by banker's order.
Outside the UK the cost is £20 per year. This must be paid in sterling. For a currency converter to work out how much this is in your local currency, click on The Universal Currency Converter™.
How do I join?
To join the Society, send us an e-mail with your postal address. We will send you further details and a form for you to sign and return.
Any queries?
The Society's laws explain how we operate. Don't hesitate to send us an e-mail if you have any queries about the Society or membership.