Church Life Commission

BIBLICAL MANDATE:  "Make every effort to keep the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace.  There is one body and one spirit - just as you were called to one hope when you were called - one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, Who is over all and through all and in all..."  Ephesians 4:3-6

FOCUS:  To care for issues related to the church and its ministry.  Specifically:  church development, church organizational and legal issues, conflict resolution, children, youth and family, discipleship, small groups, stewardship.

This Commission will assist churches of the GLC in the area of church health.  The Commission will assist churches with organizational needs, legal issues, and conflict resolution.

This Commission will offer guidance and support to the churches of the GLC regarding educational and discipleship programs in their local context.  It will maintain contact with churches in this regard.