MISSIONS

We believe that God has given the church a Great Commission to proclaim the Gospel to all nations so there might be a great multitude from every nation, tribe, ethnic group, and language group who believe on the Lord Jesus Christ. As ambassadors of Christ, we must use all available means to go to all nations and not wait for them to come to us (Matt. 28:19-20; Mk. 16:15;

Luke 24:46-48; Jn.20:21; Acts 1:8; II Cor. 5:20). This church shall be, in the New Testament sense, a missionary church. In fulfilling this crowning goal, utmost regard shall be shown for the “doctrinal emphasis.” Neither this church nor any auxiliary group shall lend financial aid to fields or missionaries not in accord with our doctrinal platform. Likewise, care shall be exercised in the reception of visiting missionaries in the use and distribution of missionary literature in the church. Individuals and auxiliaries shall be encouraged to help the church meet its missionary budgetary aims before undertaking extra work. Only monies sent through the treasurer of the church shall be credited to the donors as donations. Acceptance of contributions shall be in accordance with the policies established by the congregation in adherence to the provisions of

ARTICLE XI. A. 1 and 2, hereof.