The Church Council shall be to recommend to the church objectives and goals; review the coordinated program plans recommended by the pastor, church officers, organizations, and committees; to recommend to the church the use of leadership, calendar time, and other resources according to program priorities; and to evaluate program achievements in terms of church goals and objectives. (e) Assist the pastor in administering the church ordinances. Announcement of the meeting in the Church newsletter. VII. In consultation with the Church Council for the new church year, it shall draw up and submit to the church an annual budget during the month of October for the next calendar year and recommend the chairperson of budget promotion annually. Qualifications: Membership of __________(name of Church)__________ shall consist of people have made a profession of their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and who, having been scripturally baptized by immersion, and are in agreement with the Articles of Faith, and Covenant of the church. Death. Qualifications: (a) A church deacon must meet the qualifications listed in 1 Timothy 3:8-13. k! Dismissal by the congregation/or officers according to the following conditions: a. IV. Article X: Amendments to the Bylaws New Bylaws may be adopted or these Bylaws may be amended or repealed by the affirmative vote of a two-thirds majority of the votes represented at a duly held meeting of the members. 6. Reception: Membership in the church may be attained by majority vote of the church in any of its regular business meetings and in one of the following manners: 1. 3.
He or she shall properly credit each contributor and their offerings. Distribution of written material to the congregation in attendance at a Sunday service. Church Training:
The discipleship program shall serve as the training organization and arm of the church. Registered Office
The address of the principal office of this church shall be: ________________________. The church treasurer shall be elected as the custodian of all moneys of the church and shall disburse these moneys by checks as authorized by the church. Church Staff: This church shall employ or call staff, as it shall need. In the absence of the moderator, the chairman of deacons shall preside of the regular and called business meetings of the church. 2. Nonprofit Status and Disillusionment
This church is not organized for profit. (b) A deacon shall demonstrate an exemplary Christian testimony in private, family, and public life; a committed Christian leader and partner of the pastor; supporter and promoter of the church faith, practice, programs, and ministries. B. His training, skills, and experiences are needed in this area of leadership. The Church may change the dates of the annual or other scheduled meetings by notifying the members at least 10 days in advance. All matters agreed on by the Church Council calling for action not already provided for shall be referred to the church to be voted upon. An annual meeting of the Church shall be held prior to the beginning of the calendar year. He or she shall issue letters of dismissal voted by the church and write letters of transfer of membership, prepare written reports of the church, and keep an accurate history of the church. Section IV
It shall be the duty of the Directors (Trustees) to perform two specific tasks. Should there be any unusual meeting or matter of unusual interest to be brought before such regular meeting, notice shall be given to the membership one week prior to that meeting. 4. T S
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3. It is responsible for recommending people for the positions of pianist and organist, song leader, and in assisting the pastor with special music in the regular and other services of the church.
The agenda shall be circulated or made known to the church one week prior to the business meeting. In the event of liquidation or dissolution of the church, all of its assets and property of every nature and description whatsoever shall be paid over and transferred at the direction of the trustees to the __________Baptist Association, __________Baptist Convention or both, to the Southern Baptist Convention. D. Quorum: The quorum consists of those who attend the business meeting, provided it is a stated meeting or one that has been properly called. Section II a. III. The taking of special offerings shall be approved by this committee. 2. BYLAWS I. This committee is also responsible for planning training events for soul-winning, as well as the production or securing evangelistic printed materials to be used by the church. 3. ! Ordination: (a) Selection, election, and ordination of deacons is a privilege of the local church. Section IV: Rights of Membership Every active/resident member shall have the right to participate in the following matters: The annual budget of the Church, the disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Church, the merger or dissolution of the Church, acquisition of property, and amendments to the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws of the Church. We believe that God has revealed His will to mankind in progressive stages through the different periods of history. In either case, at least sixty (60) days notice shall be given unless otherwise mutually agreed. Section VII: Voting Limitations Each member is entitled to one vote. CONSTITUTION I. Procedures for dismissal of a member shall be according to Matthew 18:15-17 or Titus 3:10-11. 2. 3. 10. The church clerk shall be elected and be responsible for keeping an accurate record of all business meeting transactions of the church and preparing the annual report to the association. The Church office is presently located_________________________________________. This Corporation will be further referred to in the Bylaws as the "Church". Each person contacted shall be informed of his or her responsibilities. Section VI: Restoration of Members Members dismissed by the Church shall be restored by the vote of the Church or the unanimous agreement of the officers according to the spirit of 2 Corinthians 2:7-8. C. Termination: Membership in this church shall be terminated when a member: 1. 5. 3. Staff members other than that of the pastor shall be recommended for employment by the Church Council or a special committee. At least three (3) trustees shall be elected by the church to hold trust the property of the church. c. Oral announcement to the congregation at a Sunday service. If this occurs, this committee will work out a mutual agreement with the church mission congregation(s) as approved by the church. Minutes of the proceedings of its members and Board of Directors. F. Youth Committee: This committee is responsible in planning and coordinating youth programs and activities inside and outside of the church. (b) Deacons serve as a committee of counsel to assist the pastor concerning the progress and welfare of the church. It shall be the function of the trustees to sign any, and all legal documents involving the sale, mortgage, purchase, or lease of church property or any other legal documents requiring the signature of the trustees for and in behalf of the church. 7. (d) Seek to solve any fellowship problem of the church. This committee shall lead the church in its involvement with the Baptist association, state convention, and other Southern Baptist Convention mission related ministries or programs that mutually benefit the church. Baptism by immersion as a testimony of salvation. We believe in the Virgin Birth of Jesus Christ, and that He is true God and man. 3. Voting by proxy is prohibited. b. Active/Resident Members: All members who reside within the Church's ministry area or are currently active in the church. We believe that the Holy Bible clearly teaches that all the redeemed, once saved, are kept by God's power and are safe and secure in Christ forever. In the absence of the moderator and the chairman of deacons, the church clerk shall call the church to order and an acting moderator will be elected. It shall be affiliated with the ____________ Baptist Association, _____(state)______ Baptist Convention, and the Southern Baptist Convention. Sunday School: The Sunday School shall be divided into classes and departments as it grows and conducted under the direction of a director for the study of God's Word. We believe that the Church, which is the body and the bride of Christ, is a spiritual organism made up of all born again persons of this present age. ! > ~ bjbj = L i l 0 . b. Article VIII: Records and Reports The Church will maintain the following records and reports: 1. Number, term of office: There shall be five (5) deacons for the first 100 resident members and one (1) for each additional fifty (50) of portion thereof. We believe in the personal, bodily, imminent, and glorious return of the Lord Jesus Christ and that His Second Coming inspires believers for dynamic and zealous life and service for Him while waiting for His return. Purpose The purposes of _________(name of church)_________ are: 1. Missionary Education Ministry: There shall be a missionary education with such officers and such forms of organizations to teach missions, lead members to participate in missions, and provide organization and leadership in special missions projects of the church. ^ _ ! The pastor shall assemble an ordaining council for the ordination of qualified and recommended candidates. Should any case of gross breach of covenant, or of public scandal occur, the deacons shall endeavor to resolve the conflict; and if this effort fails, shall report the case to the church. Moderator: ____________________________ Church Clerk: __________________________ Constitution and Bylaws of __________________ Church (A ________________ Non - profit Religious Corporation) Article I: Name and Principle Office The name of this Corporation is_______________ Church. Preceding minutes, reading reports, Issues up for consideration and not specifically addressed elsewhere in this Constitution shall be decided by a. 4. Each committee chairperson shall submit an annual budget request to the Budget and Finance Committee. The tasks of the Sunday School shall be to teach the Bible; lead in reaching all prospects; lead all church members to worship, witness, learn, and minister daily; provide and interpret information regarding the work of the church and denomination. We believe that man was created in the image of God but fell into sin and is, therefore, lost and that only through regeneration by the Holy Spirit can salvation and spiritual life be obtained. All matters of major repairs, changes, improvements or items of equipment not included in the budget shall be referred to the Stewardship Committee for fiscal review. (b) He shall lead the church, the organizations, and all leaders of the church in performing their tasks in worship, proclamation, education, and evangelism. Purchase of equipment shall be through this committee unless another committee is directed specifically to make studies, report to the church, and make necessary arrangements as the church decides. Deacons shall be elected for a term of service of three years or longer term of service as voted upon by the church. Name The name of this church shall be __________________. d. Other trustee officers shall be appointed by the pastor and approved by the church as needed. B. We believe that eternal salvation is the free gift of God, entirely apart from man's works, and is possessed by any and all who have faith in and receive Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. D. Any person whose membership has been terminated for any offense may be restored by vote of the church, upon evidence of his repentance and reformation; or if an account of continued absence, upon satisfactory explanation. Reports of annual review of all church financial books, records, and proceedings. We believe in the personal, pre-tribulational, and imminent coming of our Lord Jesus Christ for his Church (the Rapture), and that this "Blessed Hope" has a vital bearing on the personal life and service of the believer. At least one-fourth of the members shall constitute a quorum. J. 2. 6. E. Parliamentary Rules: Robert's Rules of Order (revised edition) is adopted as the authority for parliamentary rules of procedure for all business meetings of the church and for all other meetings that demand voting of the church members, including committee meetings. 3. The member's life and conduct is not in accordance with the Statement of Faith in such a way that the member hinders the ministry influence of the Church in the community. E. Music Committee: This committee will plan and evaluate the music program of the church, in the formation of choirs in the church and planning special musical programs throughout the year. It shall be the duty of church members to uphold the Articles of Faith, Constitution and Bylaws, and Covenant of the Church. (d) The pastor's election shall take place at a meeting called for that purpose, of which at least one week notice shall be given to the members. Amendments to this Constitution and Bylaws shall be two-thirds vote of members of the church who are qualified to vote and are present in the business meeting with a quorum to discuss and vote for this matter. j! (1) Act as legal representatives of the church and to take such actions and execute any documents necessary to accomplish the purpose of any matter which concern any real, personal, or intangible property of the Church. 2. Article II: Purpose The purpose of this Church is to glorify God by obeying the Great Commandment (Matthew 22: 36-40) and the Great Commission (Matthew 28: 18-20). 4. Any committee member elected to fill any vacancy shall serve the unexpired term of the position vacated.
2. 3. Executed at ______________, ______________this __th day of ____, 20__. (c) The council directed to examine the deacons shall be composed of the pastor, invited ordained pastors, and deacons of neighboring sister Baptist churches. Church Committees All church committee members shall be elected by the church from nominations presented by the Nominating Committee, and nominations from the floor with the consent of the nominee. A written job description and mutual contract/agreement will be prepared when the need for church staff is determined. 2. An assistant church clerk may be elected or the clerk's responsibilities shall be delegated to a church secretary if and when the church can afford to employ one. ! A letter of transfer is not necessary. 22: 36-40) 2. 2. We subscribe to the "Baptist Faith and Message" adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention in 1963 as our larger statement of faith with scriptural references. 3. 2. In the Pastors absence a director of the corporation can act as moderator or the church can approve a moderator to serve by majority vote. Ratified by action of the church in its business meeting on ______(day/date)_______ . The primary purpose of the meeting is to receive and adopt the annual report and Church budget. We believe the Holy Bible as the inspired Word of God, without any error, the all-sufficient authority in matters of faith, doctrine, and Christian living. We believe in one God, eternally existing in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Regular Business Meetings: Regular business meetings shall be held on every first Wednesday of the month. These activities are to be correlated with the activities of the church program organization in attaining objectives set forth by the church. Amendment This Constitution and Bylaws may be amended provided the proposed amendment shall have been presented in writing at a regular church business meeting and then circulated to the membership. B. Article IX: Corporate Responsibility The property of this corporation is irrevocably dedicated to religious purposes, and no part of the net income or assets of this organization shall ever inure to the benefit of a Director, officer or member of the corporation, or to the benefit of any private individual. Church Officers All church officers must be members of the church in good standing. In the absence of pastoral staff the congregation can elect a pulpit committee to serve as needed. G. Social and Recreation Committee: This committee shall be responsible for all social and recreation activities of the church, formulating policies and supervising the services rendered to the church through the kitchen and promoting regular church functions to build the fellowship of the church. Certificate Of Secretary I, the undersigned, certify that I am the acting secretary of _______________ Community Church, a Nonprofit Religious Corporation and the above Bylaws, consisting of five (5) pages, are the Bylaws of this Corporation as adopted __________, 19__. He died on the cross for our sins. " X" g" " # (# # v$ $ C% L% $7$ 8$ H$ a$gd+y 7$ 8$ H$ gd^' 7$ 8$ H$ gd+y " " X" g" x# y# # # )$ *$ $ $ % % $&. (b) When ordination of deacons is planned by the church, it shall authorize the pastor to assemble a council to examine the candidates concerning their fit to serve as deacons. Transfer of membership to another church. By a statement of faith of their prior experience of conversion and scriptural baptism by immersion in another evangelical church of like faith and practice. C. Deacons: 1. 2. By transfer of church letter from another Baptist church. (b) A Pastor's Selection Committee shall be appointed by the church to seek out a suitable pastor and this committee's recommendation will serve as a nomination. ! " Articles of Faith 1. The church shall consider such request and by a vote of majority in a regular meeting approve such request. The pastor and deacons will do all they can to counsel the member for restoration prior to action of dismissal or a request of the member to be dismissed from the church membership. Section II: Qualifications for Membership 1. 5. Duties: (a) Elected deacons shall elect the chairman of their committee.
3. The church financial secretary shall be elected and shall be responsible for seeing that the offerings are properly received, counted, and deposited in the church's bank account. We believe that baptism is by immersion and the Lord's Supper is a memorial to His suffering and death on the cross. It shall enforce policies necessary to properly maintain the kitchen in a clean, orderly, and acceptable condition. Members shall be notified no less than 10 days prior to a meeting which consider any matters set forth in Article V section 4 of the Bylaws. (2) Meet annually with the other non-staff Directors to recommend the Pastor's salary for the annual budget. Contribution statements for contributors. He or she shall keep a register of the names and addresses of the church members, with dates of admission, dismissal, dedication of children, and deaths of members of the church family. C. All such proceedings shall be pervaded by a spirit of Christian kindness and forbearance, but should an adverse decision be reached, the church may proceed to admonish or declare the offender to be no longer in the membership of the church. We believe in the autonomy of the local church. B. Election:
(a) When a deacon vacancy occurs, the chairman of the Deacons Committee shall announce that an election of a deacon will be held during a named church business meeting. A one-week written notice or announcement must be given for the especially called business meeting. B. The Pastor:
1. The moderator shall preside at all regular and called business meetings of the church. We believe that the ministry of the Holy Spirit is to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ, and during this age to convict men of their sin, regenerate the believing sinner, indwell, seal, comfort, guide, instruct, intercede for, and empower the believer for godly living and service. He forms a committee to develop and implement a strategy for effective programs of community evangelism outreach such as visitation; Bible studies in homes, offices, places of works; special evangelistic meetings inside and outside of the church; and other needed programs to reach people with the gospel. A special business meeting of the church may be called at any time by (a) the Pastor, or in absence of the Pastor (b) by any other officer of the church or (c) by a majority agreement of the Lay Pastors. He or she shall keep, at all times, an itemized account of all receipts and disbursements and shall render a monthly and annually written report of this account to the church. 