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Church Governance and the Most Common Types

Video, 2:50.,

Description

This video helps congregations understand the various types of church governance to foster effective decision-making and accountability. The Rocky Mountain Ministry Network believes that clarity in governance structures is essential for building trust. With this resource, they share insights into governance typesEpiscopal, Congregational, and Presbyterian— and their implications for church operations.

Features

  • Clear explanations of Episcopal, Congregational, and Presbyterian governance types
  • Discussion of the hybrid governance model
  • Insights into decision-making processes and accountability structures
  • Visual aids to enhance understanding of governance concepts

Recommended Audience

Any congregational leadership

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Use this video to enhance an educational session aimed at demystifying governance structures for new congregants.
  • Review your congregation's bylaws in light of the video insights to ensure they reflect the intended governance structure and decision-making processes.
  • Facilitate a brainstorming session to explore how a hybrid governance model could benefit your church, leveraging insights from the video.
  • Create a visual representation of your church's governance structure based on the video content to aid in member understanding and engagement.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Matt Burke

Senior Director of Resource Consulting and Grants

Matt Burke is the senior director of resource consulting and grants for the Center for Congregations. Prior to this role, he also served as the director of the northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne and the Center’s Education Director statewide. Matt has a background in classroom, digital and experiential education and most recently served as the associate director of Learning Science at Kaplan Test Prep. He is passionate about using education to develop deeper faith in congregational participants.

Matt earned a B.A. in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his two sons, Silas and Levi. Matt also loves storytelling in films, books and music and finding the intersections of faith and popular culture.

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