How our church is ordered
Church Constitution
Our Constitution and By-laws describe what we believe, the values that guide us, and how the church is led and run. It is adopted and amended by the members, and is the foundation for everything we do together.
What the Constitution covers
Preamble, name and organisation
Why the constitution exists: to preserve the principles of our faith, govern the church in an orderly way and protect the liberties of each member. It also sets out our registered name and legal standing under Dutch law.
Core spiritual values
The six convictions that shape church life: Biblical Authority, Prayer, Worship, Caring Relationships, Discipleship and Evangelism.
Basic beliefs
Our statement of faith: one God in three persons, the Bible as the inspired Word of God, the person and work of Jesus Christ, salvation by grace through faith, and the church's calling.
Article I: Church membership
How to become a member, what members affirm, the rights and responsibilities of membership, how membership ends, and a restorative approach to church discipline.
Article II: Leadership, officers, staff and ministries
The roles of the pastor, elders and deacons, how they are chosen and how long they serve, church officers and staff, ministries and church finances.
Article III: Church ordinances
The meaning and practice of baptism and the Lord's Supper, open to all believers who profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.
Article IV: Church meetings
Sunday worship, special services and business meetings, including how members vote on leaders, the budget and major decisions.
Articles V and VI: Dissolution and amendments
What happens to church assets if the church were ever dissolved, and how the constitution can be changed at a members' business meeting.
Questions?
The constitution is covered in our membership class. For questions, contact the church office.
office@trinitychurch.nl