Congregational constitutions
I have read the Report to the Twelve Districts 2016 regarding the congregational constitutions resolutions. I have heard that they have asked for a special committee to discuss changes. I could not find any updated information in the 2018 COP meeting summary. Please advise if the changes have been made. We do not have a voters' assembly, but would like to consider making the change.
The 2018 Report to the Twelve Districts offers this information: “Some congregations have expressed an interest in adopting congregational structure and governance that differs from the synod’s model constitution and bylaws. A special committee has been appointed to discuss alternate constitutions and to create guidelines that will assist congregations in developing structures and governance that uphold biblical principles while still allowing for freedom and flexibility. The guidelines will be shared with congregations and with district constitution committees when completed and adopted by the COP.”