PREAMBLE
Since it pleased God, by His Holy Spirit, to call some of his servants to unite here in Conroe, Texas, under the name Pillar Church Conroe, to worship God and to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, we, the members of Pillar Church Conroe adopt this constitution and bylaws as our articles of governance, to be interpreted at all times to reflect the character of Jesus Christ and bring Him glory, as revealed in the Holy Bible and articulated in the statement of faith and covenant of this church.
CONSTITUTION (BYLAWS)
ARTICLE 1 – NAME
1.1. This church shall be known as Pillar Church Conroe.
ARTICLE 2 – PURPOSE
2.1. This church exists by the grace of God and for the glory of God, which shall be the ultimate purpose in all its activities. The foundation of this church is the Lord Jesus Christ and it is guided in all its affairs by the Word of God as recorded in both the Old and New Testament.
2.2. This church glorifies God by loving him and obeying his commands through:
meeting regularly for corporate worship;
equipping the saints through Bible instruction and study;
proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ through preaching and personal evangelism, and any other means consistent with the teachings of the Bible;
encouraging, supporting, and participating in local, domestic, and international missions work;
administering the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper;
encouraging biblical fellowship among believers;
serving other individuals, families, and churches by providing for physical, emotional, and spiritual needs;
and encouraging fellow churches to biblical faithfulness and purity.
2.3. This church is organized exclusively for religious purposes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
ARTICLE 3 – AFFILIATION
3.1. Pillar Church Conroe operates as an independent church with its own governance structure. To further its purposes, however, the church may affiliate with any like-minded churches, associations, or denominations. Cooperation in a denominational convention is voluntary and may be terminated at any time.
ARTICLE 4 – MEMBERSHIP
Section 1 – Qualifications
Members of this church shall be believers in Jesus Christ who:
4.1.1. give evidence of regeneration;
4.1.2. have been baptized as believers in obedience to Christ;
4.1.3. affirm the doctrines of our church as expressed in the statement of faith; and 4.1.4. promise in writing to keep the commitments expressed in the church membership covenant.
Section 2. Admission
4.2.1. An applicant shall be received as a member of the church upon the recommendation of the elders and the subsequent agreement of the majority of the members present and voting on the motion at any members’ meeting.
4.2.2. No member of this church shall retain membership in any other church.
Section 3. Duties and Privileges
Members shall be expected to participate actively in the life of the church by:
4.3.1. regularly attending its Lord’s Day meetings;
4.3.2. faithfully observing its ordinances, namely, baptism and the Lord’s Supper;
4.3.3. submitting to its discipline and instruction;
4.3.4. attending its members’ meetings;
4.3.5. contributing to the ministry of the church consistent with the gifts, time, and resources each has received from God.
4.3.6. No person who is not a member shall lead any ministry or hold any office of the church. Notwithstanding, non-members may serve the church for purposes of administration and professional consultation
Section 4. Members’ Meeting Responsibilities
The church, appropriately assembled in a members’ meeting, shall be responsible to: 4.4.1. elect and remove elders, deacons/deaconesses, and other officers;
4.4.2. receive applicants into membership;
4.4.3. recognize that membership has been terminated by death, apostasy, or voluntary resignation;
4.4.4. exercise church discipline;
4.4.5. approve an annual budget;
4.4.6. hear reports from the elders and, from time to time, the various deacons/deaconesses,
4.4.7. vote on amendments to the church’s governing documents (constitution, statement of faith, and covenant) and on all other motions submitted to the congregation at a members’ meeting,
4.4.8. take any other action it deems necessary or desirable as recommended by the elders; and,
4.4.9. act in kindness, grace, love and integrity toward one another at all times during our meetings together.
Section 5. On Church Discipline
4.5.1. Any member consistently neglectful of his or her duties or guilty of unrepentant conduct contrary to the principles of Scripture, and so opposing the welfare of the church, may be subject to the admonition of the elders and the discipline of the church, according to the instructions of our Lord in Matthew 18:15–17, 1 Corinthians 5, and other Scriptures.
4.5.2. Church discipline, then, should ordinarily be contemplated after individual private admonition has failed.
4.5.3. Church discipline can include admonition by the elders or congregation, suspension from communion for a definite period, removal from office, and excommunication (see Matthew 18:15– 17; 2 Thessalonians 3:14–15; 1 Timothy 5:19– 20; 1 Corinthians 5:4–5).
4.5.4. The purpose of such discipline should be for:
the repentance, reconciliation, and spiritual growth of the person disciplined (see Proverbs 15:5; 29: 15; 1 Corinthians 4:14; Ephesians 6:4; 1 Timothy 3:4–5; Hebrews 12:1–11; Psalm 119:115; 141:5; Proverbs 17:10; 25:12; 27: 5; Ecclesiastes 7:5; Matthew 7:26–27; 18:15– 17; Luke 17:3; Acts 2:40; 1 Corinthians 5:5; Galatians 6:1–5; 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 14–15; 1 Timothy 1:20; Titus 1:13–14; James 1:22);
the instruction in righteousness and good of other Christians, as an example to them (see Proverbs 13:20; Romans 15:14; 1 Corinthians 5:11; 15:33; Colossians 3:16; 1 Thessalonians 5:14; 1 Timothy 5:20; Titus 1:11; Hebrews 10:24– 25);
the purity of the church as a whole (see 1 Corinthians 5:6–7; 2 Corinthians 13:10; Ephesians 5:27; 2 John 10; Jude 24; Revelation 21:2);
the church’s corporate witness to non-Christians (see Proverbs 28:7; Matthew 5:13–16; John 13:35; Acts 5:1–14; Ephesians 5:11; 1 Timothy 3:7; 2 Peter 2:2; 1 John 3:10); and,
supremely, for the glory of God by reflecting his holy character (see Deuteronomy 5:11; 1 Kings 11:2; 2 Chronicles 19:2; Ezra 6:21; Nehemiah 9:2; Isaiah 52:11; Ezekiel 36:20; Matthew 5:16; John 15:8; 18:17, 25; Romans 2:24; 15:5–6; 2 Corinthians 6:14–7:1; Ephesians 1:4; 5:27; 1 Peter 2:12).
Section 6. Termination
4.6.1. The church shall recognize the termination of a person’s membership following his or her death or apostasy, or following his or her voluntary resignation with intent to join another gospel- preaching church, or members who move away from the general vicinity of Pillar Church.
4.6.2. Any member who violates the standard of membership of Pillar Church Conroe waives their right to resign from membership and in doing so the church has the authority to refuse a member’s voluntary resignation or transfer of membership to another church, either for the purpose of proceeding with church discipline, or for any other biblical reason.
4.6.3. A member shall be removed from membership as a matter of church discipline upon the recommendation of the elders and agreement of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting on the motion at any members’ meeting.
ARTICLE 5. MEETINGS
Section 1. Worship
5.1.1. The church shall meet together for public worship each Lord’s Day, and at other times throughout the week as the church may determine.
Section 2. Members’ Meetings
5.2.1. The church shall hold a regular members’ meeting at least once a quarter, without displacing the regular gathering of the church on the Lord’s Day.
5.2.2. The elders, whenever they deem it necessary, or within thirty days of receiving a written request signed by a minimum of ten percent of the membership, shall call a special members’ meeting.
5.2.3. No regularly scheduled members’ meeting shall be held unless the date, time, and place of the meeting has been announced at least a week immediately before the members’ meeting in question.
5.2.4. In situations where the elders find it necessary to call a special members’ meeting with fewer than one-weeks’ notice, an email shall be sent to all church members with email addresses on file indicating the location, date, time, and purpose of the meeting. When an email address is not on file, a physical letter shall be sent. No meeting shall be called with fewer than 48 hours’ notice.
5.2.5. The elders, if they deem it necessary, can hold member’s meetings virtually. For a member to be able to vote during a virtual meeting they need to have the required technology to allow them to be able to be seen and heard during the virtual meeting and must be logged into the meeting at the time of voting in question.
5.2.6. A member or elder as designated by the board of elders shall preside as moderator at all members’ meetings, but shall have no vote, unless the members are equally divided on a motion.
5.2.7. A member or elder as designated by the board of elders shall record the minutes for members meetings and the elders will have custody of member meeting minutes.
5.2.8. Members’ Meetings shall proceed in reasonable order. Seeking the Lord’s wisdom and blessing through thankful prayer shall be a part of every meeting. If at any time the moderator deems the meeting to become increasingly out of order the moderator may stop the meeting and convene all the elders present to determine if the meeting needs to immediately be adjourned and rescheduled for a later date. If a meeting is adjourned by the elders due to unreasonable order the items on the agenda must be brought again to the congregation at the rescheduled meeting.
5.2.9. The members present shall constitute a quorum to do business and will be so even if members choose to leave the meeting before the meeting adjourns. Motions shall be adopted by a majority vote of the members present and voting on the motion, except on matters otherwise provided for in this constitution.
5.2.10. Absentee voting and proxy voting are not permitted at members’ meetings.
Section 3. Elders’ Meetings
5.3.1. The elders shall hold regular elders’ meetings at least once a quarter.
5.3.2. The elders, whenever they deem it necessary, can hold elders’ meetings virtually. This includes, but is not limited to, telephone or video conference. If the elders deem necessary, an elder unable to attend the elders’ meeting in person is allowed to “attend” the meeting virtually through a telephone connection or video conference.
5.3.3. The elders present shall constitute a quorum to do business and will be so even if elders choose to leave the meeting before the meeting adjourns. Motions shall be adopted by a majority vote of the elders present and voting on the motion.
ARTICLE 6. GOVERNMENT
Section 1. Summary
6.1.1. The purpose of the church government is to protect the gospel and ensure spiritual maturity both individually and corporately as a New Testament church (Ephesians 4:11-13).
6.1.2 Scripture teaches that Jesus Christ is the head of the Church. Jesus Christ has revealed His will for us, as the Church, through His Word, the Bible (Ephesians 5:23).
6.1.3. The biblical offices in the church shall be elders, and deacons/deaconesses, but final earthly authority is vested in the assembled congregation.
Section 2. Elders
6.2.1. The biblical office of elder as explained in Scripture is also referred to as bishop, shepherd, pastor, and overseer.
6.2.2. The board of elders shall be composed of men who satisfy the qualifications set forth in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9 and who shall carry out their duties in accordance with 1 Peter 5:1- 4.
6.2.3. Elders shall be recognized as follows: The elders may present the name of a nominee (or nominees) to the church at any regular members’ meeting. For at least a month, the church shall consider whether the nominee is (or nominees are) qualified. Any member intending to vote against a nominee should express his or her objection to at least one elder as early as possible before the vote. Once at least a month has passed, the elders may move the nomination(s) to a vote at a regular members’ meeting. The members shall vote on nominees one at a time. The moderator or his delegates shall count the votes, and any nominee immediately shall become an elder who receives the approval of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting on his nomination. In due haste after the vote, the church shall publicly recognize and set apart all such newly approved elders.
6.2.4. In accordance with 1 Timothy 2:12 and 3:2, women shall not serve as elders.
6.2.5. With the exception of the staff pastors, elders shall be reaffirmed by vote of the church triennially, and having served two consecutive three-year terms, shall not be eligible for reelection for one year. Staff pastors will not be subject to any term limit.
6.2.6. No elder shall hold the office of deacon during his tenure.
6.2.7. The elders shall, in keeping with Scripture (especially Acts 6:1-6; 1 Timothy 3:1-7; 5:17; Titus 1:5-9; James 5:14; and 1 Peter 5:1-5), take responsibility to shepherd God’s flock by devoting themselves to prayer and the ministry of the Word. They shall have particular authority and responsibility to:
6.2.8. plan and oversee worship services;
6.2.9. oversee the ordinances, namely baptism and the Lord’s Supper;
6.2.10. examine and instruct prospective members;
6.2.11. oversee the process of church discipline;
6.2.12. examine and recommend candidates for all offices and positions;
6.2.13. oversee the work of deacons, deaconesses, and all other agents of the church; 6.2.14. oversee the hiring and termination of all church staff,
6.2.15. seek to ensure that all who minister the Word to the congregation, including outside speakers, affirm our fundamental gospel convictions and do not teach our church anything contrary to the Statement of Faith;
6.2.16. take any other action which shall be necessary and proper for faithfully overseeing and shepherding the church, such as, but not limited to, legal matters, business matters, facilities, and approval of contracts and any other legal documents.
6.2.17. Annually the elders shall present to the church for a vote on a budget at least two weeks prior to the regularly scheduled members’ meeting where the vote for the presented budget will take place. For a minimum of two weeks, the church shall consider the budget presented. Any member intending to vote against a budget should express his or her objection to at least one elder as early as possible before the vote. Once at least two weeks have passed, the elders may move the budget to a vote at a regular or specially called members’ meeting. Additionally, any member planning to make a motion to amend the budget should be submitted in writing to the Elders at least 48 hours before the member’s meeting where the budget shall be voted on. No money shall be solicited by or on behalf of the church or any of its ministries without the approval of the elders. A budget shall be approved by the membership at a members’ meeting not more than two months after the start of the fiscal year.
6.2.18. At least once in every year, the Elders shall at any regular Members’ Meeting solicit from the congregation recommendations for the office of Elder, which recommendations shall be given to the Elders in private and not publicly. The Elders shall give due consideration to any recommendation received.
6.2.19. Elders may establish or eliminate staff positions in accordance with the approved budget. The scope and approval of job descriptions for any staff position shall reside in the hands of the elders. The elders shall have primary responsibility for the employment, supervision, and evaluation of staff members. The supervision and evaluation, on a case-by-case basis, when deemed necessary by the elders, may be delegated to another staff member.
6.2.20. Elders may, by unanimous vote, adopt position papers, statements, and policy documents concerning doctrinal, social, and operational issues. The elders should use these papers, statements, and policies to enact church policy and for the teaching of the congregation.
6.2.21. Elders may, by unanimous vote, form teams made up of members of the church to assist in the execution of the elders roles articulated in articles 6.2.12-14. This includes but is not limited to a Personnel team and Finance team. The members of these teams should be made up of members in good standing. The selection of the members of this team is subject to a two-thirds vote at a members meeting. At least one elder shall serve on any team formed by the elders.
6.2.22. An elder may be removed from office by resignation or by dismissal. Any elder disqualifying himself from the office of elder based on his inability to uphold the characteristics detailed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9 is eligible for dismissal/removal. Any two members with reason to believe that an elder should be dismissed should express such concern to the elders and, if need be, to the congregation. Any such action shall be done in accordance with the instructions in Matthew 18:15-17 and 1 Timothy 5:17-21. An elder shall be removed from office upon the vote of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting on the motion at any members’ meeting.
6.2.23. The board of elders shall choose its chairman and other officers. In accordance with the nonprofit corporation laws of Texas, the board of elders shall serve as the board of directors of the corporation. State law requires a minimum of three directors. If Pillar Church Conroe ever finds itself with less than three elders, the elder(s) in place at the time can appoint others from within or outside (provided they affirm the statement of faith) of Pillar Church Conroe to fill the remaining director(s) position(s) to meet state law requirements until Pillar Church Conroe has affirmed more elders. Once Pillar Church Conroe has affirmed enough elders to meet the state law requirements for a board of directors any non-elders of Pillar Church Conroe serving on the board of directors would be removed as a board member.
6.2.24. The board of directors, whenever they deem it necessary, can hold meetings virtually. This includes, but is not limited to, telephone or video conference. If the directors deem necessary, a director unable to attend the meeting in person is allowed to “attend” the meeting virtually through a telephone connection or video conference.
6.2.25. Action(s) required or permitted to be taken by the board of directors may be taken without a meeting if each director signs a consent in the form of a record describing the action to be taken and delivers it to Pillar Church Conroe. A consent signed under this section has the effect of action taken at a meeting of the board of directors and may be described as such in any document.
Section 3. Lead Pastor
6.3.1. Pastors/Elders at Pillar Church Conroe devote time to prayer, ministry of the Word, and shepherding the flock (following the principles of Acts 20:18-35, 1 Peter 5:1-4, and 1 Timothy 3:1-7). Together they lead in developing the church's vision and mission. They also oversee church discipline and equip others for preaching and teaching ministries.
6.3.2. The lead pastor leads the staff team on behalf of the elders, oversees the implementation of the elders’ vision and strategy, and serves as one of the primary preachers. In terms of formal authority, there shall be no distinction between a pastor/elder and a lead pastor/elder.
6.3.3 If the lead pastor is absent or incapacitated, the pastors/elders shall assume responsibility for his duties, any of which may be delegated to someone biblically qualified to perform such duties.
6.3.4. The lead pastor shall be selected as follows: The elders shall present the name of one nominee to this position at a regular members meeting. For at least a month, the church shall consider the nominee’s gifts in preaching and teaching, his commitment to minister personally to the members of this church, and his wholehearted assent to the statement of faith and church covenant. Any member intending to vote against a nominee should express his or her objection to at least one elder as early as possible before the vote. Once at least a month has passed, the elders may move the nomination to a vote at a regular members’ meeting. Affirmation of the nominee in the role of lead pastor requires the approval of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting on his nomination. If the nominee is not a current member of Pillar Church the vote for the position of lead pastor will serve as the vote for his membership as well. In a reasonable time after the vote, the church shall publicly recognize and set apart the lead pastor.
6.3.5. The lead pastor shall meet all the qualifications and hold all the rights and responsibilities of a church member and an elder.
6.3.6. The lead pastor shall not be subject to any term limit.
6.3.7. The lead pastor shall be removed from office upon the vote of two-thirds of the members present and voting on the question at any members’ meeting. Any such action shall be done in accordance with the instructions in Matthew 18:15-17 and 1 Timothy 5:17-21 and upon the recommendation of the Elders.
Section 4. Associate Pastors
6.4.1. The church may select additional pastors whose relationship to the Lead pastor is that of associate. An Associate pastor shall be an elder. He shall perform the duties of an elder described in section 2 and shall be recognized by the church as particularly gifted and called to the full-time ministry of preaching, teaching, and equipping. His term of service shall not be subject to triennial reaffirmation or to the term limitation for elders.
6.4.2. An Associate Pastor may be hired by the elders in accordance with article 6.2.19. If necessary, an Associate Pastor may serve in a probationary period until the congregation can affirm him as an elder per article 4.4.1
Section 4. Deacons and Deaconesses
6.4.1. Particular service to the church shall be provided by deacons and/or deaconesses, who will vary in number depending on the needs of the church, and by men and women who satisfy the qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:8-13.
6.4.2. Deacons and/or deaconesses shall be recognized as follows: The elders may present the name of a nominee (or nominees) to the church at any regular members’ meeting. For at least a month, the church shall consider whether the nominee is (or nominees are) qualified. Any member intending to vote against a nominee should express his or her objection to at least one elder as early as possible before the vote. Once at least a month has passed, the elders may move the nomination(s) to a vote at a regular members’ meeting. The members shall vote on nominees one at a time. The moderator or his delegates shall count the votes, and any nominee immediately shall become a deacon (or deaconess) who receives the approval of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting on his (or her) nomination. In due haste after the vote, the church shall publicly recognize and set apart all such newly approved deacons.
6.4.3. Deacons and/or deaconesses shall be elected to one term lasting for a maximum of two years. After having served one two-year term, a deacon may be eligible for re-nomination for a second term. After having served two consecutive two-year terms, a deacon is not eligible for reelection for one year.
6.4.4. In keeping with the principles in Acts 6:1-6, deacons shall not exercise spiritual authority, but shall enable the elders to devote themselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word, work to maintain the unity of the church, and care for the temporal needs of the church.
6.4.5. The deacons shall, under the oversight and final authority of the elders, give oversight to the benevolence ministry of the church.
6.4.6. The deacons, with the agreement of the elders, may establish unpaid administrative positions or committees of members to assist them in fulfilling their responsibilities in the church.
6.4.7. A deacon may be removed from office by resignation or upon the recommendation of the elders and a vote of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting on the motion at any members’ meeting.
ARTICLE 7. AMENDMENTS
7.1. The statement of faith or church covenant shall be amended upon the recommendation of the elders and the agreement of three-quarters of the members voting on the motion at any regular members’ meeting, provided the amendment was presented by the elders in writing at a previous regular members’ meeting, and was announced during the two weeks immediately before the vote.
7.2. This constitution shall be amended upon the recommendation of the elders and the agreement of two-thirds of the members voting on the motion at any regular members’ meeting, provided the amendment was presented by the elders in writing at a previous regular members’ meeting, and was announced during the two weeks immediately before the vote.
ARTICLE 8. FINANCES
8.1. The fiscal year of the church shall begin April first and end March thirty-first.
8.2. Members, staff, and/or elders as designated by the board of elders will have the authority to sign church checks.
8.3. The board of elders will have custody of the financial records and, if they deem it necessary, extend access to the records others.
ARTICLE 9. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Section 1. Summary
9.1.1. Believing that the Bible commands Christians to make every effort to live at peace and to resolve disputes with each other in private or within the Christian church (see, e.g., Matt. 18:15- 20; 1 Cor. 6:1-8), the church shall urge its members to resolve conflict among themselves according to biblically based principles, without resorting to the civil courts.
9.1.2. In the case of alleged criminal behavior, it may be appropriate to resolve conflict in the criminal courts, not least because such alleged criminal behavior may in some cases legally be required to be reported to the government authorities (see Romans 13:3-4).
9.1.3. Consistent with its call to peacemaking, the church shall encourage members to use biblical principles and avoid lawsuits to resolve disputes among themselves and with those outside the church—including believers and unbelievers, and individuals and corporations. The elders may adopt policies and procedures to encourage the church to live up to these aspirations.
Section 2. Indemnification Requests and Decisions
9.2.1. Should any elder, deacon, deaconess, employee, or volunteer of Pillar Church Conroe incur any liability as a result of their affiliation with or service to Pillar Church Conroe that is not covered by the insurance policy of Pillar Church Conroe, and should such liability result in any out-of-pocket cost to such individual, then such individual may request indemnification from the Ministry. The granting of full or partial indemnification shall be at the discretion of the governing board of the Ministry as set forth in Section 9.2.2. herein.
9.2.2. In relation to any indemnification request that is made pursuant to Section 9.2.1. herein, if such a request is made by an individual who is not currently serving on the elder board of Pillar Church Conroe, then the indemnification decision (whether to indemnify the requesting individual, and the dollar amount of such indemnification), will be made by the elder board. The elders will determine if the person acted (a) in good faith, (b) with the care an ordinarily prudent person in a similar position would exercise under similar circumstances, and (c) in a manner the person reasonably believed to be in the best interest of the church, and the person had no reasonable cause to believe his or her conduct was unlawful. Such a decision of the elder board will be final. If the indemnification request is being made by a person who is currently serving on the elder board, then the indemnification decision (whether to indemnify the requesting party, and the dollar amount of such indemnification), will be made by the remaining disinterested members of the elder board. A decision on the indemnification request by a majority of disinterested members of the elder board will be final.
ARTICLE 10. STATEMENT OF FAITH
Section 1. Summary
10.1.1. The board of directors, church members, elders, deacons, and employees shall fully subscribe to and affirm the Statement of Faith of Pillar Church Conroe.
Section 2. Practices
10.2.1. To be consistent with its religious mission, Pillar Church Conroe shall not:
10.2.2. Establish any public or private policies or positions that conflict with the Statement of Faith,
10.2.3. Elect or appoint any Board member, elder, or deacon/deaconess who has not subscribed to and affirmed the Statement of Faith of Pillar Church Conroe in writing,
10.2.4. Accept or recognize any person as a member of Pillar Church Conroe who has not subscribed to and affirmed the Statement of Faith of Pillar Church Conroe in writing,
10.2.5. Allow any outside person or organization to use Pillar Church Conroe’s facilities or resources who has not affirmed the Statement of Faith of Pillar Church Conroe in writing (this stipulation may be relaxed upon unanimous vote of the Elders), and
10.2.6. Hire or continue to employ any employee who, upon request, refuses to subscribe to and affirm the Statement of Faith of Pillar Church Conroe, or who has acted in a manner inconsistent with the Statement of Faith or the religious mission of Pillar Church Conroe and properly repented of such action.
10.2.7. If an elder, board member, deacon/deaconess, or employee of Pillar Church Conroe at any time changes their position on an issue addressed in the Statement of Faith of Pillar Church Conroe they must, as soon as possible, inform the elder board, acknowledging their change of position that no longer allows them to affirm the Statement of Faith requires them to be removed from their position in a timely and appropriate manner that upholds and protects the person’s dignity.
ARTICLE 11. DISSOLUTION AND DISBURSEMENT OF ASSETS
11.1. Pillar Church Conroe may be dissolved or merged with another congregation by a two-thirds majority of members present and voting at a meeting called for this purpose, subsequent to at least two weeks notice following the recommendation of the elders, or a motion proposed and adopted by the congregation at any regular or appropriately called special members’ meeting.
11.2. In the event of dissolution of the church, no part of the church’s earnings or assets shall inure to the benefit of any of its members; the residual assets of the church shall be distributed to the Tryon Evergreen Baptist Association which is exempt as organizations described in Sections 501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue code of 1986, or corresponding sections of any prior or future law, or to the federal, state or local government exclusively for public purpose. Alternatively, a two-thirds majority of members present and voting at the meeting of dissolution may designate any portion or all assets to one or more organizations which themselves are exempt as organizations described in Sections 501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue code of 1986, or corresponding sections of any prior or future law, or to the federal, state or local government exclusively for public purpose.