I. NAME

The name shall be the Board of Christian Ministries.

II. PURPOSE

A. To create and develop a church-wide interest in denominational publications and make available the best literature for the dissemination of Christian truth and thought.

B. To publish and distribute Conference publications.

C. To encourage a unified program of education within the denomination and its organizations.

III. COMPOSITION

The Board shall consist of a minimum of 6 members and a maximum of 8 members. A term shall be set by the Conference.

IV. ORGANIZATION

A. The Officers shall be elected by the Board and confirmed by the Conference and shall consist of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

1. President

a. Arrange for and conduct meetings.

b. Plan a written agenda and make available to all Board members.

c. Make assignments to individuals and committees in preparation for meetings.

d. Supervise the accountability of members and committees in facilitating the decisions of the Board.

2. Vice President

a. Preside at meetings in the absence of the President.

b. Become the President in case of vacancy of the President’s position.

c. Assist the President in the development and implementation of his duties and any other duties assigned by the Board or President.

3. Secretary

a. Record all minutes of the meetings.

b. Maintain records of all Board transactions.

c. Any other duties assigned by the Board.

4. Treasurer

a. Receive and disperse all funds at the order of the Board.

b. Keep records of all financial transactions and report to the Board.

c. Bill all receivables.

B. The Board shall appoint committees as necessary.

C. The Board shall appoint advisory members as necessary.

D. The Board shall appoint members to fill vacancies.

V. RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Board shall be the official Conference Publisher.

1. Publish all Conference publications.

2. Promote the distribution of publications and literature which have the endorsement of our Conference.

B. The Board shall be responsible for production of Christian literature as denominational needs arise.

C. The Board shall be available as a Conference resource for local churches as they develop their educational programs.

D. The Board shall have the right to set prices and establish marketing and distribution procedures.

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