Greetings, Member Manual As Pastor, I would like to let you know how happy I am that you have become or are considering membership at Springvale Baptist Church. Making the commitment to be part of the family will be a mutually beneficial experience! As you have been attending worship services and getting acquainted with our fellowship you have, no doubt, witnessed the fact that God is blessing us. We believe this is a result of our sincere attempt to be a God-honoring church and that we are meeting the needs of His people. There s one thing we don t want! Please do not think that membership is just another ritual in the church. We have no intention of you joining Springvale and then fading into inactive anonymity. Our desire is for each member to be active in ministry. Why do we want you to be an active member? Because we believe people grow when they are serving God! Serving God in the church is a positive and rewarding experience. I have seen hundreds of people grow into the beautiful persons God intended them to be through service in the congregation. It enhances personal and spiritual growth when we serve each other as unto the Lord. I, along with our church staff, desire to serve you too! My prayer is that as you join hands with the body of Christ at Springvale and as you allow the Word of God to speak to your heart, we will together be transformed into the image of Christ Himself. May God bless you! In His Service, J. Todd Horton
We have a vision of being a church that creates a Fellowship of Encouragement in the church and community to draw people toward a closer relationship with one another and with God. Hebrews 10:25 Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another-and all the more as you see the Day approaching. Our History The Southern Baptist Denomination Since its organization in 1845 in Augusta, Georgia, the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has grown to 15.8 million members who worship in more than 40,000 churches in the United States. Southern Baptists sponsor about 5,000 home missionaries serving in the United States, Canada, Guam and the Caribbean, as well as sponsoring more than 4,000 foreign missionaries in 126 nations of the world. The term Southern Baptist Convention denotes both the denomination and its annual meeting. Working through 1,221 local associations and 39 state conventions and fellowships, Southern Baptist share a common bond of basic biblical beliefs and a commitment to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ to the entire world. The conventions purpose, as stated in Article II of its constitution, is to provide a general organization for Baptists in the United States and its territories for the promotion of Christian missions at home and abroad, and any other objects such as Christian education, benevolent enterprises, and social services, which it may deem properly advisable for the furtherance of the Kingdom of God. The annual Convention meeting consist of representatives, or messengers as they are called, from cooperating churches, who gather to confer and determine the programs, policies and budget of the Convention. Each church may be represented by up to 10 messengers, ensuring equal accessibility for small and large congregations alike.
The Southern Baptist Convention manages its worldwide efforts through 12 boards and agencies that are organized for various ministry endeavors. Support for its work comes from contributions through the Cooperative Program, a plan of giving that enables individual churches to share in these extensive national and international ministries. Our Heritage Springvale Baptist Church was organized in 1906 by a group of members from Pine Grove Baptist Church upon their feeling that a Baptist church was needed in this community. Our church was named by the Rev. Mr. C.D. Peterson who preached the dedication sermon in a one room building in December, 1906. The land for the first church building was given by Mrs. Beckie Rabon. The land for the present church building and pastorium was given by Mr. & Mrs. J.A. Rabon. In 1977 the church purchased 5.6 acres from Miss Agnes Rabon. Church and cemetery property now total 10.4 acres. The membership grew so large in 1910 during the pastorate of Rev. Elison Jones that a larger building was erected, and in 1931 during the pastorate of Rev. B.J. McIver, the Sunday School grew in membership such that there were four classrooms built. During the pastorate of Rev. Grange Cothran, plans for our present building were drawn up and approved. These plans called for an auditorium, five Sunday School rooms and an indoor baptistry, Springvale's first baptistry in the church building. This building of Winnsboro Blue Granite still stands and is used for the Glory of God. In 1948, Springvale voted to go full time and to build a five room pastorium. In 1954, a study and a bedroom were added to the pastorium. In 1949, during the pastorate of Rev. Paul Becker, Springvale Baptist Church sponsored a mission which was later organized as the Lugoff First Baptist Church during the pastorate of Rev. Grady Fletcher. In 1988, Springvale Baptist Church joined the Kershaw Baptist Association. Formerly a cooperating member church in Columbia Metro (previously called Fairfield) Association, the church saw an opportunity to become an integral part of a local association, rather than continuing on the outskirts of a large urban association. Since joining Kershaw Association, Springvale has emerged as a leader and pace-setter. FOUR SHIPS OF THE CHURCH As a member there are some important facts for you to know about the church. These foundational principles for the church s ministry can help you grow as a Christian and will also help you to grow into a faithful, active member of Springvale Baptist. Think of it this way. The church has four primary functions in ministry. These may be called the Four Ships of the Church. DiscipleSHIP - As you become involved at Springvale it is important that you be discipled. This means that you need to be trained and taught Biblical spiritual principles that will help you
to grow as a Christian. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, a new convert or a mature Christian, you need discipleship. This can come through Sermons, Sunday School, Discipleship Classes, or Spiritual Mentors. Acts 11:21-26 The Lord s hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. News of this reached the ears of the church at Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to Antioch. When he arrived and saw the evidence of the grace of God, he was glad and encouraged them all to remain true to the Lord with all their hearts. He was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord. Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, and when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. So for a whole year Barnabas and Saul met with the church and taught great numbers of people. The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch. StewardSHIP - As you begin to understand that God has blessed you and your family, you will grow to discover that all you possess is really His. God has placed you as a steward over the things He has blessed you with. The things you own should be used for God s glory. You have a responsibility to help brothers and sisters in distress and to support the ministries of the church with your tithe. What is a tithe? In Old Testament days a tithe was ten percent of one s possessions given as an offering. Ten percent of your wages should be contributed to the church. This is your tithe. You may give to other causes through the church such as Mission Offerings, but your tithe should be a faithful gift to God. Is tithing hard? It is hard to start, but once you do you will discover that you can never out give God. If you are faithful to Him with your finances He will bless you. Malachi 3:9-11 Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this, says the LORD Almighty, and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that you will not have room enough for it. FellowSHIP - Building relationships with fellow Christians is important. We can lean on each other, we can pray for each other, and we can encourage each other. Everyone wants to be loved and cared for. As you make your home here at Springvale, I would encourage you to get involved with a Sunday School Class. Sunday School is great way to enjoy fellowship with other Christians. Acts 2:41-42 Those who accepted His message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day. They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. WorSHIP - Worshiping God is the most important thing we will do at Springvale! When we worship God we give Him our praise and adoration for who He is. We worship through prayer, singing, giving our tithes, testimony, and sharing God s word. When you come to worship you may be asking yourself the question: What am I going to get out of this today? This is the wrong question. For worship is not about us, it is about and for God. The question we should be asking is: What can I give God today (my praise, my thanks) in worship? Psalm 100:2-3 Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.
How to Become a Christian? Admit that you have sinned. Rom 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Rom 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Believe in Jesus. Rom 10:9 That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Call on Him to save you. Rom 10:13 For, "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved."
What About Baptism? Obeying Christ: - He was baptized. - He told us to baptize. Matthew 28:19-20 What does it mean? - Getting clean from sin Baptism represents the washing away of sin and the old life. - Resurrection Baptism represents the resurrection by depicting death to old life and resurrection into newness of life. BUS & TRANSPORTATION TEAM 1. Make sure bus is maintained with periodic inspections. 2. Enlist new drivers when possible. 3. Clean bus periodically. 4. Take bus for repairs when needed. Drivers: Insuring the inside of the bus is clean after use. Filling the fuel tank before returning bus to the church. Request passengers to wear their seat belts while vehicle is moving. The driver will be responsible for discipline on the bus. There will be no smoking in vehicle.
FUNERAL FOOD TEAM PURPOSE The purpose of this committee is to provide support for a church member who is experiencing a death in the family (mother, father, spouse or child). DUTIES 1. Solicit help from the appropriate Sunday School class and/or others as needed. 2. The Funeral Food Coordinator will plan a standard menu. 3. The church will provide a meal to be served on the day of the funeral. Paper products will also be furnished by the church if needed. 4. Work with other churches involved with the family when planning meals. 5. When unique circumstances arise, the food support will be left to the discretion of the food committee. HISTORICAL TEAM To gather and preserve all historic records of the past and assist in recording present-day activities. 1. Develop and recommend to the church policies and procedures regarding 2. The preservation of historical materials. 3. Preserve pictures from church activities. 4. Keep historical records of church pastors and staff. RECREATION TEAM PURPOSE The purpose of the recreation committee is to promote and encourage wellness and fitness activities among church members and the community. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. The committee, with assistance of the grounds committee, shall make sure the playground equipment and softball field are properly maintained. 2. The committee shall also coordinate team sports, such as softball or basketball, with the recreation department and supervise any other activities that encourage wellness. SOCIAL TEAM To plan, budget and coordinate special church-wide socials and dinners as scheduled by pastor, church council and social committee. This committee should consist of three or more persons. 1. Recommend policies for the food service ministry, the use of the kitchen and develop a procedure for loaning of equipment. 2. Develop and recommend the food service (fellowship) budget. 3. Evaluate kitchen appliances for repairs, replacement, or additional purchases and make recommendations to the Building and Grounds Committee.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER TEAM To plan, budget and coordinate the Wednesday Night supper needs of the church economically and effectively. This committee should consist of at least 3 people. 1. Recommend policies for the Wednesday Night Supper and set appropriate fees. 2. Keep pantry well stocked with food and supplies needed for Wednesday night suppers and all other church activities: funerals, church socials, and all other church-related activities. 3. Prepare/oversee the preparation of the Wednesday night meal. 4. Develop and implement a schedule that will ensure the kitchen, refrigerator, freezer and pantry are cleaned monthly (items that are outdated should be disposed of properly). 5. Money should be collected and given to the church secretary or treasurer. BEAUTIFICATION TEAM The committee is elected to adorn, beautify, and decorate both the exterior and interior facilities and grounds. Interior 1. Make certain that furnishings are in proper order, in good shape, and presentable. 2. Make certain that paint, trim, wallpaper, and flooring in all interior areas are well maintained. 3. Make certain that doors, windows, and window treatments are in good order. 4. Add to the beauty of the facilities with, paintings, additional furnishings, and flower arrangements. 5. Work to eliminate clutter in all areas that detract from orderliness and cleanliness. Exterior 1. Make certain that paint and trim in all exterior areas are well maintained. 2. Add to the beauty of the grounds with flowers and plants (With direction of Grounds Team). 3. Make sure floor mats are in good order. 4. Make certain windows are clean. BENEVOLENCE TEAM PURPOSE The purpose of the benevolence committee is to assist the church and community by being sensitive to physical, emotional, and financial needs among church members and those living in our community. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. The committee shall be authorized to make a monetary donation to any individual or family up to ten percent of the funds budgeted for community (local) missions. 2. The committee shall also make recommendations to the church or proper organizational leaders of individuals or families within the community in need of additional assistance. 3. The committee should consider information from any source, especially from church members and organizations concerning specific need. BUILDING & FACILITIES TEAM The committee is elected to survey church property and building space, including the parsonage; determine allocation and use of space and furnishings; make an inventory of property, buildings, furnishings, and equipment; maintain church property, including the parsonage, and equipment through operational and preventive maintenance; and administer work as assigned to the committee.
1. Inspect all church properties quarterly. 2. Prepare recommendations for the Finance Committee for yearly maintenance budget. Administer the budgeted monies regarding maintenance/replacement of all needs. Any additional money required must be approved by the church. All items exceeding $500 must be approved by the deacons or the church. 3. Work with program leaders if additional program space or change is required. 4. Review property and building insurance annually. Develop and recommend an adequate insurance plan to protect all buildings and properties. 5. Develop and recommend maintenance policies and procedures. 6. Assist the church in arranging and equipping adequate worship, education and fellowship space. 7. Promote the conservation of energy by turning on and off lights, air conditioning and heating units and securing buildings before and after weekly scheduled activities. 8. Inventory of property and equipment should be made and checked annually. CHURCH COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES 1. May advise, to Nominating Committee, persons to serve on church committees. 2. Review the number and kinds of committees, committee duties, and make recommendations for changes, additions or deletions to the church. 3. Evaluate church policies and procedures and update for improvement where needed. Keep in mind these questions: Is the system designed to facilitate the work of the church? Does each member enlisted know that facilitating the work of the church is their purpose? 4. The Committee on Committees annually should evaluate committee size to see if the committee needs to be reduced, enlarged or disbanded. CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS COMMITTEE This committee is responsible for maintaining the Constitution and By-Laws in an orderly, up-to-date and usable form consistent with decisions of the church body. A. Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the Constitution and By-Laws. B. Review the Constitution and By-Laws at least annually. If any amendments, alterations, or deletions are needed, follow the guidelines set forth in the Constitution and By-Laws. C. Make available copies of revised Constitution and By-Laws to church membership. CHURCH COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES 1. May advise, to Nominating Committee, persons to serve on church committees. 2. Review the number and kinds of committees, committee duties, and make recommendations for changes, additions or deletions to the church. 3. Evaluate church policies and procedures and update for improvement where needed. Keep in mind these questions: Is the system designed to facilitate the work of the church? Does each member enlisted know that facilitating the work of the church is their purpose? 4. The Committee on Committees annually should evaluate committee size to see if the committee needs to be reduced, enlarged or disbanded. CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS COMMITTEE
This committee is responsible for maintaining the Constitution and By-Laws in an orderly, up-to-date and usable form consistent with decisions of the church body. A. Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the Constitution and By-Laws. B. Review the Constitution and By-Laws at least annually. If any amendments, alterations, or deletions are needed, follow the guidelines set forth in the Constitution and By-Laws. C. Make available copies of revised Constitution and By-Laws to church membership. COUNTING COMMITTEE To accurately count and balance all monies coming into the church from Sunday School, worship services, Wednesday night suppers and other special offerings. See DETAIL guidelines in church policy manual. WEDDING TEAM It is the purpose of the Wedding Committee to work with the wedding party and minister to see that the wedding policies of the church are carried out in a worshipful manner. Three persons should serve on this committee. 1. Review church wedding policies. Make corrections/adjustments as needed. 2. Assist pastor as needed. 3. After each wedding, check all used facilities for damage. Notify the church secretary if deposit is to be refunded or retained. If repairs are required, notify the Building and Grounds Committee. 5. Be sure the church is in order for the next service. SOUND & MEDIA TEAM Purpose: To insure Audio/Sound equipment is operational and is operated by a trained member of Springvale. 1. Be responsible for proper care in maintaining and operating all church owned sound equipment. 2. Train, from the church membership, nominated personnel to operate the system as needed. 3. Security of the equipment must be a priority. 4. Operating the equipment for any occasion should be one of Springvale's trained personnel. Individuals called to operate equipment for special occasions by outside parties, such as weddings, should be reimbursed for their time.
5. Be prepared to record when tapes are requested. 6. Be responsible for video projector system - run power point presentations, hymn lyrics, and sermon notes. 7. Prepare announcements for Sunday morning. 8. Make sure video projector is turned off after worship and that the screen is retracted. CHURCH USHERS TEAM 1. The Coordinator should be in the church vestibule 15 minutes prior to church service to greet the congregation as they arrive, hand out bulletins, and create an atmosphere of genuine welcome and concern for all attending the service. 2. Select appropriate number of church members to take up offering and assist in other ways as needed. Prearrange for an offertory prayer. Ushers should sit together at the rear of the sanctuary in the reserved for ushers section in order to walk down the aisle for collection of the offering. 3. After the service has begun, ushers should assist in finding seats for late comers. No one should be seated during Bible reading or prayer. LORD S SUPPER TEAM To assist the congregation in the observance of the Lord s Supper through the preparing of the elements and coordinating with the pastor in planning this observance. 1. Maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies. 2. See that all equipment and materials are available and in place prior to each observance of the Lord s Supper. 3. See that all equipment is gathered, cleaned, and stored after each observance of the Lord s Supper. 4. The Lord s Supper will be observed within the first month of each quarter as indicated in the Church Constitution. NURSERY TEAM Purpose: Plan and oversee all nursery workers, facilities, and supplies. Responsibilities: A. Recruit nursery workers for the regular church services and for other services as needed. B. Schedule nursery workers and send reminders each week. C. Maintain necessary supplies in nursery and toddlers rooms (diapers, wipes, juice, Kleenex, etc.).
D. Lead nursery committee. E. Toys or articles used by the children are to be kept in a reasonably sterile condition. F. Rooms should be neat and tidy after use. G. Support and promote all church functions. FLOWER TEAM Purpose: To provide appropriate flowers and related decorations to enhance the congregational worship services held in the sanctuary. This committee should be composed of at least two people. Duties: A. Recommend policies and procedures for obtaining, arranging, and disposing of flowers for congregational services. B. Obtain and arrange flowers for church services and for such other special occasions as appropriate. GREETER TEAM 1. Introduce yourself to every person you do not know by name. Be sure to ask their name. It is very important to try to remember names. A good tool to use to remember names is to have a small pad handy to keep a list of names on. 2. Give first time visitors a gift basket. Hand this to them in the vestibule as they exit the church. Thank them for coming and invite them back. 3. Try to speak to everyone you can. This is not always possible, so start with widows and widowers, people on the prayer list, members that you have not seen for a time. Offer a word of encouragement, say something nice, tell them that color looks good on them, anything that comes to mind (the Holy Spirit leads you here). 4. Greet people as they arrive in the parking lot. Assist them with parking if needed. Be willing to assist them in finding the nursery, the sanctuary, restrooms, or Sunday School classes. CHURCH CEMETERY TEAM Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the church cemetery. Oversee the selection of cemetery plots. 1. Insure that all rules pertaining to cemetery are explained to and carried out by all area funeral directors. 2. Be available for consultation with persons who may wish to select grave sites. 3. Maintain plat of cemetery property. Plat will be kept up-to-date. All plots designated as burial sites by members or plots selected by non-members are to be properly marked on plat and recorded in permanent ledger to be maintained in church office. Insure that plat is displayed in such a manner that all persons have access. 4. Keep cemetery grounds well maintained. Grass cut once per month if needed. If a funeral is to be held and the cemetery grounds are unsightly, grass will need to be cut. 5. Insure that all old flowers are removed from grave sites and disposed of properly.
6. Report any problems or concerns to the church in a timely manner. 7. Committee will determine if hardship requests are legitimate and be empowered to accept or reject such requests (with reports to the church of actions, if requested or needed). 8. Insure that adequate area is available for future burial needs. 9. Review and update rules and guidelines of cemetery as needed. These rules and guidelines will be made available in pamphlet or sheet form and given out as necessary. A copy is to be attached to this job description. 10. Develop, with assistance of the church clerk and church treasurer, a method that will maintain an accurate record of money collected for cemetery and maintain record of money spent from this fund for cutting, etc. DRAMA TEAM 1. Plan and conduct drama for worship services. 2. Assist music minister during special presentations. BAPTISM TEAM Purpose: To insure the provision of appropriate, well-maintained facilities, equipment, and materials necessary for baptism; to assist the candidates in preparing for their baptism; and to assist the pastor in administering the ordinance. Duties: A. See that all necessary baptismal equipment and facilities are available and in order prior to each baptismal service. This step will include being sure the baptismal pool is properly filled and the temperature is at the desired level. B. Assist with baptism as follows: 1. Meet with the person(s) to be baptized and show them to a dressing room. 2. Answer questions they may have and see that each candidate has a robe and towel, if desired. 3. Open and close curtain to baptistry at appropriate times and assist candidate(s) into and out of the pool and then to their dressing room. 4. Give each person as much privacy as possible. C. Members of the committee should remain in the area until all those who have been baptized are dressed and ready to leave. D. Arrange for baptismal garments and towels to be laundered and available for the next service.
CHILDREN S MINISTRY TEAM Coordinate activities and ministries of the various church organizations as they relate to preschoolers and children. 1. Coordinate activities 2. Communicate with church, parents, and teachers 3. Establish mutual short and long-range goals Formulate policies and procedures. EVANGELISM AND OUTREACH TEAM To plan and coordinate an evangelistic outreach ministry for the church. Duties: 1. Plan outreach/evangelistic strategies and special outreach events. 2. Conduct a regular visitation program for prospects, members, and shut-ins. 3. Conduct evangelism training for church members. YOUTH MINISTRY TEAM To teach our youth the values of life. Supply and train them with spiritual truths that will prepare them for future leadership rolls in life and the life of our Church. 1. The youth should be taught that they were born to be called of God to walk and commune with him in his work. 2. Through Bible Study, prayer and worship will prepare their souls and minds for this work. 3. Any group Bible Study, you as a Ministry Team, should confirm that this study is of the Baptist teachings. 4. Wholesome fun and games will prepare their bodies for God's work. 5. When our church has a Minister of Youth, the Ministry Team should have access to his/her activities calendar in order to assist him/her where and/or when needed. 6. If trips, camps, etc. are planned, be sure that adequate number of chaperones are available. 7. When our church is without a Minister of Youth, the Youth Ministry Team should, as much as possible, continue these principles and activities with our youth. 8. If disciplinary action is recommended, the Chairman of the Ministry Team should discuss this matter with our Pastor/Deacons. 9. SUPPORT AND PROMOTE ALL CHURCH FUNCTIONS. PERSONNEL TEAM Principle Function To assist the church in administrative matters related to all employed personnel. Relationships and Responsibilities With Councils: 1. Committee chairperson serves as a member of the Church Council. With Committees: 1. Consult with the Finance Committee in developing and budgeting salaries schedule and benefit provisions for all church staff members annually. 2. Consult with the Finance Committee in budgeting for any additional church staff members. With Church Officers: 1. Committee chairperson informs moderator of reports to be made in the church business meeting. 2. Committee chairperson gives a copy of any reports made during the church business meeting to the church clerk for permanent record in the minutes of the church. 3. Committee chairperson keeps the church treasurer informed regarding budgeted salary and benefit provisions for all staff members. With Church Staff: 1. Work with all staff members to:
a. Prepare and update job descriptions annually. b. Negotiate a salaries schedule and benefit provisions annually. c. Develop church policies and procedures relating to church staff personnel. d. Discuss needs for additional church staff personnel. 2. Consult with appropriate staff members in locating, interviewing, and recommending additional staff positions. 3. Assess job performance of each staff member at least annually. With Church Business Meeting: 1. Answer questions about the work of the Personnel Committee. 2. Recommend all employed personnel for every church staff position, except pastor. 3. Recommend administrative policies and procedures for all employed personnel. PUBLICITY TEAM 1. This committee is responsible for communicating and explaining the church program and activities to those inside and outside the church. 2. Coordinate and direct the publicity of the church and its organizations with respect to the general public. NEW CONSTRUCTION TEAM Building Committee The Building Committee is beginning their work. What is their work you may ask? They have been elected by the church to investigate current and future space needs as it relates to our churches growth. How do they do this? There are a number of ways that the committee will work: 1) First they will seek God s leadership through prayer 2) Next they will talk to experts in church buildings (Architects, SC Baptist Convention Consultants, etc.) 3) Third they will get input from you as members. Please understand this is a long, time consuming process. It may be several years down the road before we build, if the Lord leads us to do that. The committee s goal is to keep you informed of what they are doing. No commitments will be made without church approval. If you have any questions you may contact any of the Building Committee Members. Please pray for them as the serve God and our church: Edgar Bell, Carl Branham, Larry Dickert, Billy Jackson, Karen Thackston, Nancy Williams NOMINATING TEAM PURPOSE This committee, consisting of three members and the Sunday School Director, is responsible for nominating persons from the church membership to fill all church offices and committee positions except Ministers, Deacons, Trustees, Financial Committee and salaried employees. DUTIES 1. Select and approve qualified volunteer persons before they are invited to serve in a church-elected position. Contact, and upon acceptance, present to the church for election at the August church conference. 2. The current nominating committee is responsible for filling any vacancies that may occur during the current church calendar year. 3. Three members of the Nominating Committee and the Sunday School Director shall be recommended by the present Nominating Committee at the May business meeting each year and approved by the church. The newly elected Nominating Committee will be responsible for securing officers and committees for the new church year. FINANCE TEAM The Financial Committee is charged with the general supervision of financial activities of the church within financial policies established by the church, working closely with the treasurer. A deacon shall be the chairman of this committee.
A. Develop the annual budget. 1. The committee shall work with ministerial staff, committee chairmen, organization heads, and service organizations and submit the budget for review by deacons before the December business conference, when the budget is submitted to the church. 2. The proposed budget shall be presented to the church for discussion and adoption at the December business conference. B. Formulate and recommend financial policy that insures the financial integrity of the church. 1. These policies will include all monies (receipts and expenditures for any program or ministry included in the budget, i.e.: youth ministries, cemetery fund, Tweenagers, Sunday School, etc. C. Review financial policy annually. D. Insure the prompt deposit of all church monies and prompt payment of all financial obligations of the church. E. Closely monitor the expenditures of line items listed in the budget. Recommend necessary expenditure and/or budget adjustment should receipts not meet budget requirements. F. Make monthly reports to the deacons prior to the monthly church conference. The chairman of the financial committee or designated committee member will be present at the monthly conference to answer any questions or concerns. G. Call for an outside audit of receipts and expenditures every three years. Actively promote financial tithing and offering through special emphasis, i.e., bulletins, testimonies, sermons, etc. GROUNDS TEAM The committee is elected to maintain and improves church property and grounds. 1. Inspect church grounds weekly. 2. Make certain that church grounds are kept clean and in good repair and trees, shrubs, and grass are healthy, properly nourished and trimmed. 3. Grounds should be well groomed for special occasions (homecomings, etc). 4. Regularly inspect play ground and recreation equipment. 5. Maintain parking lots. Prayer Meeting 6:45 PM Adult Choir 7:00 PM