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We have moved to: 1297 Meridian Road - Victor, MT 59875 Tel (406) 961-5299 |
| Are you at a crossroads in your life? We invite you to worship with us! |
| Questions? Send us an e-mail to office@crossroadsmt.org or Call us at (406) 961-5299 |
| Copyright 2012 Crossroads Christian Fellowship - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |
Importance of the Church Structure
Stability in the church leads to harmony and security in people’s lives. As churches become a home and family for
people, it is vital that the structure of the church is designed properly.
A good church structure is:
• Biblically based
• Allows the Senior Pastor to lead
• Encourages others to minister
• Has adequate safeguards to protect the integrity of the church
LEADERSHIP |
Elders
An elder is a biblical term for the office of pastors. An elder should be gifted by
the Holy Spirit in teaching and leading. 1 Tim 3:1-7
Our Elders have the ultimate responsibility of the direction of the church. The
Elders oversee all Biblical instruction and prayer ministries. Each Elder has equal
voting responsibility, and the Senior Pastor is the chief administrator and oversees
the Pulpit ministry.
The Elders are elected by the Board of Elders and ratified by a congregational
vote.
In any controversy, the Elders of Crossroads have the final decision.
We are convinced that this is the biblical pattern.
Gary Palmer, Elder
Kevin Harrold, Elder
An elder is a biblical term for the office of pastors. An elder should be gifted by
the Holy Spirit in teaching and leading. 1 Tim 3:1-7
Our Elders have the ultimate responsibility of the direction of the church. The
Elders oversee all Biblical instruction and prayer ministries. Each Elder has equal
voting responsibility, and the Senior Pastor is the chief administrator and oversees
the Pulpit ministry.
The Elders are elected by the Board of Elders and ratified by a congregational
vote.
In any controversy, the Elders of Crossroads have the final decision.
We are convinced that this is the biblical pattern.
Gary Palmer, Elder
Kevin Harrold, Elder
Structure of Crossroads
Deacons
The office of deacon is for men who are gifted by the Holy Spirit to lead in
service-type gifts. 1 Tim 3:8-13
Under the Elders' authority, the deacons oversee the many important matters that
would otherwise distract the Elders from their ministry of teaching and prayer.
Deacons oversee financial matters, service and benevolence, maintenance of the
building and proposed building planning, and other ministries that are service
centered.
The deacons are elected by the congregation for 3 year terms. The elders are
elected by the board of Elders and ratified by a congregational vote.
Terry Storey, Deacon
The office of deacon is for men who are gifted by the Holy Spirit to lead in
service-type gifts. 1 Tim 3:8-13
Under the Elders' authority, the deacons oversee the many important matters that
would otherwise distract the Elders from their ministry of teaching and prayer.
Deacons oversee financial matters, service and benevolence, maintenance of the
building and proposed building planning, and other ministries that are service
centered.
The deacons are elected by the congregation for 3 year terms. The elders are
elected by the board of Elders and ratified by a congregational vote.
Terry Storey, Deacon
| Tucker Harrington Deacon |
Ministry Leaders
Crossroads also functions with ministry leaders.
Ministry leaders are appointed to head up some aspect of ministry at our church.
An example would be the leader of the women’s ministry or children’s ministries.
These leaders are given authority to direct their ministry as God directs them. They
are responsible for approving expenditures of the budget for their ministry and
overseeing the day-to-day functions of that ministry. Ministry leaders who are
involved in teaching ministries report to the Elders directly. Ministry leaders who are
involved in service ministries report to the deacons.
Crossroads also functions with ministry leaders.
Ministry leaders are appointed to head up some aspect of ministry at our church.
An example would be the leader of the women’s ministry or children’s ministries.
These leaders are given authority to direct their ministry as God directs them. They
are responsible for approving expenditures of the budget for their ministry and
overseeing the day-to-day functions of that ministry. Ministry leaders who are
involved in teaching ministries report to the Elders directly. Ministry leaders who are
involved in service ministries report to the deacons.
| Kevin Horton Senior Pastor |
| Wes Flint Associate Pastor |
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