A good way to delineate the decisions that belong
to the members, the main board, and the pastoral staff
Congregation
1. Call Senior Pastor
2. Call of main board
3. Change in constitution/bylaws
4. Budget/audit
5. Sale or purchase property
Board
A. Prayer and support
A. Foundation
A. Resources
Finance Team
Missions Team
Properties Team
A. Guidelines
A. Goals
B. Recommend any congregation actions
Pastor (and staff)
1. “Sundays” – sermons, services
2. Leadership strategies
3. Ministries
4. Staff
5. Volunteers
6. Community representation