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CONSTITUTION and BYLAWS - Community Church

CONSTITUTION and BYLAWS . Of Community Church A Community of Faith, Hope and Love. CONSTITUTION . Our Church Vision To be a people embracing and practicing the truths of the Bible as we seek the manifest presence of God and His leadership.. Our Church Purpose Our purpose is to help people enjoy a meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ and each other while developing as faithful disciples.. WITH GOD . People matter to God. He wants everyone to have a personal relationship with Him and become fully devoted followers of Christ. WITH EACH OTHER . People need each other. Our desire is to help people strengthen marriages, families, singles and friendships. Matthew 22:36-40; 28:19-20; Luke 24:46-47, Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 3:10; 1 Timothy 2:3-4.

PLURALITY OF LEADERSHIP STATEMENT “Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood.”

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1 CONSTITUTION and BYLAWS . Of Community Church A Community of Faith, Hope and Love. CONSTITUTION . Our Church Vision To be a people embracing and practicing the truths of the Bible as we seek the manifest presence of God and His leadership.. Our Church Purpose Our purpose is to help people enjoy a meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ and each other while developing as faithful disciples.. WITH GOD . People matter to God. He wants everyone to have a personal relationship with Him and become fully devoted followers of Christ. WITH EACH OTHER . People need each other. Our desire is to help people strengthen marriages, families, singles and friendships. Matthew 22:36-40; 28:19-20; Luke 24:46-47, Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 3:10; 1 Timothy 2:3-4.

2 1 John 5:20, Psalms 127:1, 2. _____. PRINCIPLES OF MINISTRY. 1. Bible is our authority. We see the Bible as the authority for determining our purpose and structure. Psalms 1:2; 119:11, 72, 105, 130, 140; Proverbs 29:18; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21. 2. Methods are not to be confused with purpose. We recognize that our God-given purpose will never change. It is our understanding that methods must change as the needs of people change. Matthew 9:20-28, 25:34-40; Luke 19:10; John 6:38. 3. The spiritual needs of believers and seekers differ vastly. Those who have a personal relationship with God need to worship God and be taught biblical truths. People who are seeking a relationship with God need a trustworthy and safe place to investigate the claims of Christ.

3 We are committed to strive for excellence in developing ministries that are sensitive to the needs of both. Our Sunday morning worship services are aimed at teaching and equipping Christians and presenting Christ to the lost. At times in addition to the spoken word we will use music, drama and other innovative means. Our Sunday evening and Wednesday evening services are times for teaching, equipping, prayer and worship leading people to be effective in their ministry. Scripture References: Seekers: 1 Corinthians 9:22-23; 14:22-25; Colossians 4:2-6;. Believers: Matthew 28:19-20; Romans 12:1,2; Ephesians 4:11-12; 5:19-20; 1 Timothy 2:1-2;. 4:6, 13, 16; 2 Timothy 2:2; 3:16 . 4.

4 Trusting Christ is a process that is most effectively facilitated through friendships with believers. Salvation is the result of repentance and receiving Jesus Christ as Lord by faith. In a practical way, the Lord often uses believers to lead their friends to Christ. As a result, Community Church is committed to relational evangelism, as well as program-driven evangelism. Proverbs 27:17; John 1:40-46; Acts 1:8; 26:27-29; Colossians 4:4-6. 5. Every believer is a minister, gifted by God for the benefit of the Body of Christ. Every believer receives spiritual gifts at the time of salvation. Through these gifts, believers find fulfillment and effectiveness in serving Christ. Therefore, we are dedicated to assisting believers in discovering, developing and demonstrating their gifts.

5 We are also committed to a Church organization built on spiritual gifts. Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4:11-16; 1 Peter 4:8-11. 6. Ministry is a reflection of our love for God and therefore should be done with excellence. Philippians 1:9-10; 4:8-9; Colossians 1:10-12; Colossians 3:16-17; 2 Timothy 2:15, 7. Christian character, attitudes, love and integrity are of ultimate value in all that we do. Proverbs 10:9; 11:3; 1 Corinthians 10:31; 13:13; Philippians 1:9-11; 2:5-11, 15; 4:8; Colossians 3:1-17; 2 Timothy 2:21. 8. Changed lives is our "business.". The truths of the Bible, ministered in grace within the fellowship of believers, produce changed lives. For lives to be changed, all three elements are necessary.

6 We must always ask ourselves, How is business'? . Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:1-10; 1 Peter 1:16; 1 John 1:7-9. 9. Our primary purpose is helping people improve their relationship with God enabling them to change their attitudes and actions. Our focus is to affect change from the inside out, not from the outside in. Society is best changed by changed people. Luke 19:1-9; John 8:1-11; John 12:1-11; Matthew 6:14-15; 1 John 1:7-9; Hebrews 10:24-25;. Philippians 2:1-5. 10. The Church 's priority to equip believers for ministry is accomplished through the preaching and teaching of the Bible. The Bible will be the standard for our approach to win the lost and disciple the saved.

7 We place our emphasis on Scripture being the tool God uses to develop our faith and equip us for ministry. Romans 10:17; 1 Corinthians 1:21; 1 Timothy 1:3-8; 1 Timothy 4:9-13; 2 Timothy 3:16-17;. Colossians 2:8. As a result of these principles, we will staff, structure, preach, teach, sing, budget, calendar, evaluate and build according to the purpose God has revealed in the Bible. This will bring glory to Him through our lives. (Rom. 11:36). PLURALITY OF LEADERSHIP STATEMENT. Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the Church of God which He purchased with His own blood.. (Acts 20:28 NASB). For this reason I left you in Crete, that you might set in order what remains, and appoint elders in every city as I directed you.

8 (Titus 1:5 NASB). The New Testament clearly teaches that the Church is to be led by a plurality of godly men (elders). Their assignment falls into four categories. First, these men are given both the responsibility and authority to skillfully and lovingly lead the flock. Next, they are to feed the flock, offering accurate and insightful teaching of the Scripture. Third, they are to care for the flock. This care is shown in the love, concern, prayers, ministry and adept management of Church resources. Finally, they are to protect the flock from harmful influences and beliefs. These leaders are known by three titles, each of which reveals a separate aspect of their function. All three titles are used in 1 Peter 5:1-2; Therefore, I exhort the elders among you, as your fellow elder and witness of the sufferings of Christ, and a partaker also of the glory that is to be revealed, shepherd the flock of God among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and not for sordid gain, but with eagerness.

9 They are first called elders. An elder (Greek presbuteros ) is a godly leader, whose wisdom and maturity are respected by God's people. Next, these are men who give oversight. That is, they are overseers (Greek episkapos ). An overseer is a person who is a good manager of resources and guardian of people. Finally, these leaders are called shepherds, which is also translated as pastors (Greek poimain ). This word refers to the role of caring for and leading the flock. It is important to note that within the New Testament model of Church organization, authority for leadership is not granted to just one individual pastor, nor is it given as democratic rule by the congregation. Instead, the Scripture states that authority for leadership is conducted by a plurality of leaders who are appointed by the Church and accountable to God.

10 The Scriptures further teach that when the elders are supported by the Church , both the Church body and individual Christians will flourish. (Heb. 13:17; 1 Thess. 5:12-13; 1 Pet. 5:1-5; Acts 20:28). These elders do not form a separated clergy class of Christians. Instead, the elders, some of whom fill Church vocational roles, others non-vocational roles, are brothers with the people, always seeking God's best for the members of the Church . (Acts 14:23; Titus 1:5; 2 Cor. 8:19). BYLAWS . PREAMBLE TO THE BYLAWS . Community Church (CC) endeavors to be a Church of the Lord Jesus Christ, as described, established and mandated by the New Testament. These BYLAWS are to provide general guidance to CC on governance and operation, based upon biblical references.


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