The Church has prepared this Code of
Conduct for volunteers and workers so that all will understand the proper ways
to conduct themselves as Christians who
are called to be follows of Jesus Christ in words and in actions. It also
reflects our mode of discipline for workers and volunteers who fail to heed to
the code of conduct.
We must keep in mind that the public and
private conduct of volunteers and workers can inspire and challenge people, but
it can also scandalize and undermine the Church and the people’s faith.
Therefore, volunteers and workers must, at all times, be aware of the
responsibilities that accompany their calling as members of the body of Christ
on earth and workers in Christ's vineyard. They must also know that God’s
goodness and grace supports them in their ministries.
Volunteers and Workers in the Church are
expected to conduct themselves according to Biblical standards. This Code of Conduct
establishes a set of ethical standards for Church Workers.
It is the responsibility of each worker to
adhere to this Code of Conduct, as disregard or violation of the code will
result in disciplinary action by the appropriate authority up to and including
suspension, termination or dismissal from serving as a Volunteer or Worker.
Ephesians 5:1-4
All church Workers are expected to:
•Be Committed to Christ, the work of
evangelism, study of the Word of God and prayer
•Be born again and desire to be baptized
and filled with the Holy Spirit
•Embrace the teachings of Jesus Christ and
work to promote the Gospel.
•Exhibit a deep commitment to the Church
and exemplary Christian Character.
•Show a commitment not only to the Church,
but also to the community in which the Church is located.
•Possess
Integrity & Commitment to Ministry
•Conduct oneself in an honest and open
manner, free from deception or corruption
•Handle the responsibilities of one’s
department/ministry in a conscientious fashion
•Responsibility to set high moral standards
and to lead by example
•Have Respect for Others and for those in
Positions of Authority
•Respect the dignity and worth of each
member of the Church.
•Respect each individual as a creation of
God without regard to economic status, age or ethnic/cultural background.
•Respect the constituted authority in the
Church and the Elders
•Be Courteous to everyone and show concern
for people in need especially, people who are new to the Church
•Focus on their Spiritual, Physical,
Emotional, Intellectual & Ministry Well-Being
•Attend to one’s own Spiritual, Physical,
Emotional, Intellectual & Ministry well-being and seek for help when in
need.
•Participate in training, seminars and
workshops that are relevant to one’s current department/ministry.
•Addresses one’s own spiritual needs in
order to remain focused in faith and in ministry
•Along with others in ministry, provides
mutual support and affirmation in ministry and, at the same time, holds each
accountable for his or her own physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.
The following applies to both workers and
volunteers…
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT.
Church volunteer and workers are to avoid all
forms of sexual relations with anyone who is not their wedded spouse. Anyone
who finds themselves involved in or a victim of any form of these sexual
scenarios which include but are not limited to:
•Suggestive sexual comments, remarks, jokes
or innuendos
•Recipient of sexual material in printed
form or transmitted via the internet or email
•Inappropriate hugging or touching of
private areas of the body
•Forceful sexual abuse or rape
•Any form of sexual harassment!
•Should please report themselves or the
party(ies) involved immediately to their Head of Department, Minister-In-Charge
or to any of the pastors in the Church.
•Church volunteers and workers should on no
occasion be found to be co-habiting with someone of the opposite sex that that
is not their spouse.
DEFRAUDING PEOPLE AND OTHER MISCONDUCT.
Church volunteer and workers should under no
circumstances be found to be cheating or defrauding members of the Church,
fellow volunteers, government/business agencies, employers/employees, or anyone
in general. Workers who enter into any form of agreement with another person(s)
should make sure that it is in clear written terms and that the terms are kept
(It may be necessary to involve a 3rd party in matters of agreements). Under no
circumstances should volunteers and workers be found owing money without
repaying or offering to perform a service without honouring their commitment.
Leviticus 19:13; 1 Thessalonians 4:6
LACK OF COMMITMENT TO ASSIGNED
DEPARTMENT OR DUTIES.
Any
worker or volunteer who does not participate in their departmental or ministry
activities or duties may after several warning be suspended from that
department or dismissed entirely
Failure to attend worker’s meetings without a
proper excuse can also lead to suspension or dismissal if more than 2 meetings
have been missed!
COURTSHIP & MARRIAGE .
Single people (i.e. unmarried, single
mothers/fathers, divorced and widow(er)) should seek proper counsel before
embarking on a courtship relationship. If and when such decide to marry, proper
notification must be given to the Church, regardless of where the marriage is
taking place, RCCG Christ Liberty House or elsewhere.
Married people are expected to maintain their
marriage vows to each other, divorce is not an option. As workers, it is
expected that you will first live out the Christian life in your home as well
as in the Church!
CONCLUSION.
If any worker should be reported or
discovered to have been involved in any of the misconducts mentioned in this
code of conduct (directly or indirectly). If after careful investigation and
meeting with the individual(s) concerned they are found indeed to have
committed such acts. Depending on the offence the Church will follow up with a letter
indicating the level of disciplinary action to be taken which may include some
or all of the following:
•An open rebuke in the presence of all the
workers, schedule a series of counselling sessions for the worker to attend.
•The worker will continue to attend workers
meeting, but may not serve in any department for a period of time usually, six
months.
•Based on their repentance or change of
heart and/or attitude, they may be restored, but if no repentance or change of
heart or attitude is shown they could be dismissed form serving as a Volunteer
or Worker in RCCG Christ Liberty House.
Remain ever bless,
PM,
