Kingsgate Church MEMBER INTEREST MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 2018

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1 Kingsgate Church MEMBER INTEREST MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 2018

2 Agenda Prayer & Introduction Pastor David Greco Announce Youth Pastor Pastor David Greco New Constitution & By-Laws Elder Sheila Greco Qualification for Membership Elder Brent Nickles Statement of Faith Pastor David Greco Areas of Service Pastor Denise Greco Trustees Elder Bob Daino Deacons Pastors David & Denise Greco Prayer & Conclusion Pastor David Greco

3 Prayer & Introduction Pastor David Greco Prayer Introduction Youth Pastor coming on full time staff

4 THE VISION OF KINGSGATE CHURCH Pastor David Greco The Kingsgate family has purposed to live out the commandment of Jesus to, first, love God with all our heart, mind, strength and soul and, second, to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. God has called us to love the family of God by hosting His Presence through sound Biblical preaching and Spirit-filled worship; healing the wounds of the soul and influencing our region for the Kingdom of God.

5 OUR CORE VALUES We are called to Host God s Presence through sound Biblical teaching, preaching and Spirit-filled worship Heal the wounds of the soul through personal ministry Influence our region for the Kingdom of God by evangelistic outreach and by leading genuine, purpose-filled lifestyles that reflect the true heart of a disciple of Jesus Christ. Prepare our hearts by seeking the Lord and praying in simple faith and expectation for a manifestation of revival, both in our midst and in our region. Encourage, empower and prepare the next generation of leaders that will continue the work of this ministry

6 STATEMENT OF FAITH Inspired and Infallible Word of God One God, Three Persons Virgin Birth, Death and Resurrection and Eternal Lordship Salvation by Grace through Faith Resurrection of the Saved and the Lost Present ministry of the Holy Spirit and Gifts Human life is sacred The Unity of the Body of Christ Marriage is exclusively the union of one genetic male and one genetic female Lordship of Jesus over every area of our lives

7 New Constitution & By-Laws Elder Sheila Greco We are members of one another. Romans 12:5 and Ephesians 4:25 A constitution and by laws is a covenant among members -- whatever their role in the body -- concerning: agreed-upon core beliefs; agreed-upon expectations of one another agreed-upon distribution of responsibility and decision making In addition, it serves as a charter and statement of purpose to those who are not members about who we are and how we may be expected to conduct ourselves among ourselves and towards the broader community. I Timothy 3:7

8 Kingsgate s New Constitution and By-laws Establishes an order of leadership that allows for shared burdens and lighter loads. Is designed to be specific and clear, yet concise as possible, making provision for periodic review and amendment. The full document is Link is on the website

9 Areas Addressed in New Constitution and By-laws Kingsgate s formation as a church before God and civil authorities (incorporation) Preamble and Articles I and III Kingsgate statement of vision, purpose and faith tenets Articles II, IV and V Kingsgate s functional structure: roles of pastors, elders, deacons, trustees, voting membership and staff. Articles VI, VII, VIII Kingsgate criteria for membership Article VII Kingsgate standards and practices for handling income, expenses and assets Articles XI, XII, XIII and XV

10 Qualifications for Membership Elder Brent Nickles A member must Be 18 years of age or older. Be a committed follower of Jesus Christ as evidenced by consistency as a growing disciple. Be baptized by immersion. Commit to support Kingsgate Church, its leadership and ministries with a tithe of their time, talents and treasure. Attend Kingsgate services faithfully, missing only for exceptional reasons.

11 Qualifications for Membership (cont. d) Find a place of service at Kingsgate. Be actively seeking the in-filling of the Holy Spirit, which includes both the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit. Agree with Kingsgate s Statement of Faith (below). Be willing to submit to the biblical authority of Kingsgate, it s Pastors and Elders.

12 Qualifications for Membership (cont. d) Agree to follow Matthew 18:15-17 as a biblical principle for offences and reconciliation. 15 Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he hears you, you have gained your brother. 16 But if he will not hear, take with you one or two more, that by the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established. [b]17 And if he refuses to hear them, tell it to the church. But if he refuses even to hear the church, let him be to you like a heathen and a tax collector.

13 Junior Membership Available for young people under 18 years of age who: Give evidence of the new birth, Meet the scriptural standards for membership as specified in the bylaws, and Are approved by majority vote of the elder board. (Written application is required as with any member.)

14 Areas of Service Pastor Denise Greco Existing Ministries Children s Ministry Worship Ministry Shalom Center Youth Ministry Young Adult Ministry Men s Ministry Woman s Ministry Ushers & Greeters Ministry Existing Ministries Spanish Language Ministry Evangelism Ministry Tech Ministry Altar Ministry Communion Ministry Finance Ministry / Bookkeeping Office Coordinator New Ministries (Pastor David) Deacon Ministry Caring for members Visiting Trustee Ministry Finance Building Food Ministry

15 Key People Needs Pastor Denise Greco Children s Director Children s teachers & aides - volunteers Full time, salaried position Food Ministry Leader To oversee all food events at Kingsgate Part time, stipend position Building Administrator Part time, stipend position To be responsible for opening, closing, arranging tables & chairs, etc. Every ministry has needs speak to the leaders after this meeting

16 Ministries of Kingsgate PASTORS & ELDERS Pastor David Pastor Denise Pastor James Bob Daino Sheila Greco Brent Nickles Martin Castro MINISTRIES Worship Nerina / Victor Women Denise Youth James Trustees Bob Shalom Center Sheila Men Brent Pastoral Spanish Martin Deacons TBD Young Adults TBD Bookkeeper Laura Ushers & Greeters Serge & Marlon Spanish Altar / Prayer Martin Tech Raffi Communion Teri & Monica Food TBD Evangelism Lazaro & Priscilla Office Coordinator Alyssa Altar / Prayer David Children TBD Spanish Men David

17 Trustees Elder Bob Daino Led by Treasurer Responsible for assets and finances of the church Money, building, furnishings, equipment, etc. Budget & Planning Oversight

18 2018 Goals Elder Bob Daino Initial High Priority Goals Assigned To 1. Be a resource to revival in this region (resources, organization, etc.) Everyone 2. Establish Membership Elders 3. Hire a Children s Director Elders 4. Establish a solid children s ministry Children s Pastor 5. Establish Deacons Elders 6. Establish Trustees Elders 7. Prepare young people through teaching, exhorting, etc. Pastor David 8. Work with Pastors to share caring for flock Deacons 9. Continue to Improve the worship team Pastor David 10. Hire an Office Manager to be physically present weekdays Elders 11. Organize and staff facility administration Trustees 12. Advertising / signage / brochure / etc. Trustees 13. Associate Pastor, succession planning in general Elders 14. Shalom Resources, training counselors, etc. Sheila 15. Wiring sound / video to foyer Raffi 16. Establish a church-wide equipping night; Get the men on board Pastor David 17. Live stream capability Raffi

19 Deacons Pastors David & Denise Greco 8 Likewise deacons must be reverent, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not greedy for money, 9 holding the mystery of the faith with a pure conscience. 10 But let these also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons, being found blameless. 11 Likewise their wives must be reverent, not slanderers, temperate, faithful in all things. 12 Let deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well. 13 For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a good standing and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 3:8-13

20 Conclusion & Prayer Pastor David Greco If you haven t already, please complete a Membership Card to be considered for membership Elders will discuss membership with you individually Ask ministry leaders How can I help you? Visit Laura for PayPal Giving