Statement of Faith
We confess Scripture as God’s inspired Word and hold together the gospel, church mission, and shared covenant life of True Light Baptist Church.
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Church Constitution
Our Constitution And Convictions
This document gathers the faith, mission, governance, and covenant life we hold together as a church serving in truth and love.
From Him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Ephesians 4:16
Preface
True Light Baptist Church is a local church made up of people saved by grace and called to follow Jesus Christ. We receive Scripture as our highest authority for faith and life, and we seek to build up the body of Christ through worship, fellowship, discipleship, service, and mission.
Article 1: Name
The name of this church is True Light Baptist Church.
Article 2: Purpose of the Constitution
This constitution describes the church’s foundation of faith, ministry direction, governance, and shared responsibilities so that the church may serve with clarity, order, and love.
Article 3: Mission of the Church
The church is entrusted to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, make disciples, nurture believers in truth, and bear witness to God’s grace in the community and among the nations.
Article 4: Statement of Faith
We believe in the triune God, the authority of Scripture, the incarnation, atoning death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and salvation by God’s grace through faith in Christ. The church is called to obey the Great Commission, observe baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and await the return of Christ.
Article 5: Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees manages church property, finances, and legal responsibilities according to the constitution and the trust of the congregation, serving with faithfulness, transparency, and accountability.
Article 6: Board of Deacons
The Board of Deacons serves alongside the pastors, cares for the spiritual and practical needs of the church, supports ministry, and builds up the congregation with a servant-hearted posture.
Article 7: Church Covenant
Members commit, by God’s grace, to love one another, pray for one another, worship faithfully, give and serve generously, and live as gospel witnesses in their homes, workplaces, and communities.
Article 8: Amendments
Any amendment to this constitution should be proposed, discussed, and approved according to the church’s established process so that the church may move forward in truth, unity, and good order.
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