Palmetto Shores Church

Palmetto Shores Church was Officially launched, April 2007   

Type of Church: Purpose Driven -The purpose of the Church is to glorify God by fulfilling the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:36-40) and the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). 

This purpose is five-fold:  

Statement of Faith In essential beliefs - we have unity.
“There is one Body and one Spirit.., there is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of us all…” Ephesians 4:4-6In non-essential beliefs - we have liberty.
“Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters… Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls… So then each of us will give an account of himself to God… So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God.”
Romans 14:1,4,12,22
   

In all our beliefs - we show charity.
“…If I hold in my mind not only all human knowledge but also the very secrets of God, and if / have the faith that can move mountains - but have no love, / amount to nothing at all.” 1 Corinthians 13:2 (Ph)

THE ESSENTIALS WE BELIEVE:

1. ABOUT GOD
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He is holy, just, righteous, and loving. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Genesis 1:1,26-27, 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14

2. ABOUT JESUS CHRIST
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Born of a virgin, Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22, 23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13

3. ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily.
2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18

4. ABOUT THE BIBLE
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any mixture of error.
2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160, 12:6

5. ABOUT HUMAN BEINGS
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.” This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1-2

6. ABOUT SALVATION
Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins when one receives Jesus Christ into his/her life by faith.
Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1

7. ABOUT PRIESTHOOD OF BELIEVERS
Every believer is assured direct access to God through Christ alone. No intermediary stands between the believer and Christ. With direct access comes the opportunity for any believer to read and interpret the Bible under the illumination of the Holy Spirit. Each believer is to use this privilege to minister to others in Christ’s name. Every believer is a minister.
1 Timothy 2:5; John 14:6; Exodus 19:6, 23:22; 1 Peter 2:5; 1 Peter 2:9; Hebrews 7:25; Hebrews 4:16

8. ABOUT ETERNAL SECURITY
Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the true believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. If one has been genuinely saved, one cannot “lose” it. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives us this security.
John 10:29; 2 Timothy 1:12; Hebrews 7:25, 10:10, 14; 1 Peter 1:3-5

9. ABOUT ETERNITY
People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence.
John 3:16; John 14:17; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:17-18; Revelation 20:15; 1 Corinthians 2:7-9

ARTICLE IV
Affiliation
This Church is autonomous and maintains the right to govern its own affairs, independent of any denominational control. Recognizing, however, the benefits of cooperation with other churches in world missions, this Church voluntarily affiliates with the Southern Baptist Convention, the South Carolina Baptist Convention and the Waccamaw Baptist Association. This church also celebrates informal association with other Purpose-Driven churches and the Willow Creek Association.

ARTICLE V

Membership Covenant

I. I WILL PROTECT THE UNITY OF MY CHURCH
…By acting in love toward other members
…By refusing to gossip
…By following the leaders
“So let us aim for harmony in the church and try to build each other up.” Romans 14:19
“Live in complete harmony with each other - each with the attitude of Christ toward each other.” Romans 15:5 (LB)
“Have a sincere love for your fellow believers, love one another earnestly with all your hearts.” 1 Peter 1:22 (GN)
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of our mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs…” Ephesians 4:29
“Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be no advantage to you.” Hebrews 13:17

II. I WILL SHARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF MY CHURCH
…By praying for its growth
…By inviting the unchurched to attend
…By warmly welcoming those who visit
“To the church…we always thank God for you and pray for you constantly.”
1 Thessalonians 1:2
“Go out into the country ..and urge anyone you find to come in, so that My house will be full.” Luke 14:23 (LB)
“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.” Romans 15:7

III. I WILL SERVE THE MINISTRY OF MY CHURCH
…By discovering my gifts and talents
…By being equipped to serve by my pastors
…By developing a servant’s heart
“Serve one another with the particular gifts God has given each of you..” 1 Peter 4:10 (Ph)
“God gave.., some to be pastors and teachers to prepare God’s people for works of ministry, so that the body of Christ may be built up…” Ephesians 4:11-12
“Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Jesus Christ… who took on the very nature of a servant…” Philippians 2:3-4, 7

IV. I WILL SUPPORT THE TESTIMONY OF MY CHURCH
…By attending faithfully
…By living a godly life
…By giving regularly
“Let us not give up the habit of meeting together…but let us encourage one another.”
Hebrews 10:25
“But whatever happens, make sure that your everyday life is worthy of the gospel of Christ.” Philippians 1:27
“Each one of you, on the first day of each week, should set aside a specific sum of money in proportion to what you have earned and use It for the offering.”
1 Corinthians 16:2
“A tenth of all you produce is the Lord’s, and it is holy.” Leviticus 27:30

ARTICLE VI
Amendments
All requests for amendments to this constitution must be in writing and shall be submitted to the Pastors Council for study and consideration. The Pastors Advisory Council shall issue a timely response to the proposed amendment, alteration or revision. The Pastors Advisory Council shall determine whether to propose such amendments to the Church for adoption. If proposed to the church by the Pastors Advisory Council, amendments to the constitution require the affirmative vote of three-fourths of the members present at a business meeting of the church.

CERTIFICATE OF CLERK
I certify that the foregoing Constitution consisting of six (6) pages and six (6) articles is the Constitution of Palmetto Shores Church as adopted by a vote of the members of the Church on April 29, 2007, and that I am the duly appointed Clerk of the Church.
Executed in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, this 29th Day of April, 2007.
Billy Russell Church Clerk

BYLAWS OF PALMETTO SHORES CHURCH
 

ARTICLE I

MEMBERSHIP

SECTION I: GENERAL
The New Testament presents a picture of definable groups of people who, once committed to Jesus Christ, identified themselves with and committed themselves to a particular local body (Acts 2:42-46; Acts 11:26; Romans 16:1; I Corinthians 1:2; II Corinthians 8:1).
Membership is open to any person who has personally accepted Jesus as Savior and Lord, who has received baptism as a believer, and who desires to be committed to Palmetto Shores Church as a local body of believers. Membership is not a prerequisite for involvement in every ministry, but is required for ministry leadership, involvement in certain ministries as determined by the Pastor or Pastors Council, and participation in congregational decision making.
Membership in Palmetto Shores Church shall consist of all persons who have met the qualifications for membership and are listed on the membership roll.

SECTION II: QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP
1. A personal commitment of faith in Jesus Christ for salvation.
2. Believer’s baptism as a testimony of salvation. When this baptism is performed by Palmetto Shores Church, it is to be by immersion.
3. Completion of the Church’s membership class and application.
4. A commitment to abide by the membership covenant.

SECTION III: RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBERSHIP
The responsibilities of membership are described in the membership covenant which includes the following four statements:
1. I will protect the unity of my church by acting in love toward other members, by refusing to gossip and by following the leaders (Romans 15:5, 19; I Peter 1:22; Ephesians 4:29; Hebrews 13:17).
2. I will share the responsibility of my church by praying for its growth, inviting the un-churched to attend and by warmly welcoming those who attend (I Thessalonians 1:2; Luke 4:23; Romans 15:7).
3. I will serve the ministry of my church by discovering my gifts and talents, being equipped to serve by my pastors and by developing a servant’s heart (I Peter 4:10; Ephesians 4:11-12; Philippians 2:3-4, 7).
4. I will support the testimony of my church by attending faithfully, living a godly life and by giving regularly (Hebrews 10:35; Philippians 1:27; I Corinthians 16:2).

SECTION IV: VOTING RIGHTS OF MEMBERSHIP
Every member shall have the right to vote on the following matters: the annual budget of the Church, the election of the Trustees, the acquisition of real property and related indebtedness, incurring indebtedness for facilities development, the disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the church, the merger or dissolution of the Church, amendments to the Articles of Incorporation, Constitution or Bylaws of the Church, and the calling or removing of the Pastor. Each member sixteen years and older is entitled to one vote. Voting by proxy is prohibited.

SECTION V: TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP
Members shall be removed from the Church roll for the following reasons:
1. Death
2. Transfer of membership to another church
3. Failure to attend or contribute for one year.
4. By personal request of the member.
5. Dismissal by the Pastor’s Council according to the following conditions:
a. The member’s life and conduct is not in accordance with the membership covenant such that the member hinders the ministry influence of the Church in the community.
b. Procedures for such dismissal shall be according to Matthew 18:15-17.

SECTION VI: RESTORATION OF MEMBERS
Members dismissed by the Pastor’s Council shall be restored by the pastor’s Council according to the spirit of II Corinthians 2:7-8, when their lifestyles are judged to be in accordance with the membership covenant.

SECTION VII: NON-LIABILITY OF MEMBERS
A member of the Church shall not, solely because of such participation, be personally liable for the debts, obligations or liabilities of the Church.

ARTICLE II
MEETINGS

SECTION I: GENERAL
The Church shall hold regular meetings for worship, teaching, training, outreach and fellowship. Meetings shall be held at the principle office of the church or at such other place or places within or outside South Carolina as may be designated from time to time by the Pastor and/or Pastor’s Council.

SECTION II: BUSINESS MEETINGS
There will be an annual business meeting held in December as determined by the Pastor and/or Pastor’s Council. The purpose of this meeting shall be to adopt an annual budget and to elect the Trustees. Subject to Section IV of this Article and Section IV of Article I, any other proper business may be conducted at this meeting.
All business meetings will be guided by Christian courtesy and conducted according to parliamentary procedure. Unless otherwise presented, all votes are taken without discussion. All decisions will be by simple majority vote unless otherwise presented.

SECTION III: SPECIAL BUSINESS MEETINGS
Special meetings may be called at any time by the Pastor and/or Pastor’s Council for any purpose by giving notice to the members in accordance with Section IV of this Article.

SECTION IV: NOTICE REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP
1. General requirements
Whenever members are required or permitted to take any action at a meeting, notice shall be given to members not less than one (1) week prior to a meeting. Notification of membership meetings shall be given in any of the following manners which shall be deemed to be a reasonable method of calling a membership meeting:
a. Distribution of written material to the congregation in attendance at a weekend service;
b. Announcement of the meeting in a church program, bulletin or newsletter;
c. Oral announcement to the congregation at a weekend service; or
d. Delivery by United States mail to each church member.
2. Notice of certain Agenda Items
Approval by the members of any of the following proposals, other than by unanimous
approval by those members entitled to vote, is valid only if the notice specifies the
general nature of the proposal:
a. Calling or removing the Pastor;
b. Amending the Articles of Incorporation;
c. Adopting, amending or repealing the Constitution or Bylaws;
d. Disposing of all or substantially all of the Church’s assets;
e. Adopting or amending a merger agreement; or
f. Approving the acquisition of real property and related indebtedness.

SECTION V: QUORUM
Those members present and voting at a meeting duly noticed and called shall constitute a quorum of the membership of the transaction of business.

ARTICLE III
CHURCH LEADERS

SECTION I: GENERAL
The leadership structure of Palmetto Shores Church is based upon the nature of the church as revealed in Scripture, as well as the necessary legal requirements for a recognized religious organization. The leadership structure of the Church is intentionally designed to accommodate simplicity, growth, unity and biblical teaching.
The leadership structure of this church involves a Pastor, other Ministry Pastors, Ministry directors, Ministry leaders, Small group leaders and Trustees. The Pastor, along with the other Ministry Pastors and select Ministry Leaders, shall constitute the Pastor’s Council.

SECTION II: PASTORS
1. Pastoral Role
Jesus Christ alone is the head of the church (Colossians 1:18; Ephesians 1:22-23), yet for the purpose of order and in accordance with the teaching of the Bible, certain individuals have been charged with leadership according to their spiritual giftedness (Ephesians 4:11-13). Three different terms are used in the New testament to refer to the same church leader(s): “poimen” (pastor), “presbuteron” (elder) and “episcopos” (overseer). These terms are used interchangeably and reflect the different functions of the same office. The New Testament church had a plurality of pastors in each local church (I Peter 5:1-2; acts 20:17-18, 28; Titus 1:5-7; I Timothy 5:17).
2. Requirements for Pastor
The requirements for this office are found in I Timothy 3:1-7 & Titus 1:7-9.
3. Pastoral Leadership
Pastors are called and directed by the Bible to lead the church in vision and direction (Acts 11:30; 14:23; Philippians 1:1; I Timothy 5:17). The pastors are the administers of the church, equipping members for ministry and overseeing the ministries of the church (Exodus 18:17-18; John 21:16-17; Acts 20:17, 28; Ephesians 4:11-12; Titus 1:5-7; I Peter 5:1-2). In response to the Biblical patterns of leadership, members are taught in Scripture to lovingly support their leaders and to submit to their leadership (Hebrews 13:17; I Corinthians 16:16; I Thessalonians 5:12-13). The shepherding of this Church is carried out by pastors, ministry directors, ministry leaders and small group leaders.
4. The Pastor
The Pastor has ultimate responsibility for the oversight of the church body and the shepherding (Acts 14:23; Titus 1:5-9; I Timothy 5:17; I Peter 5:1-4; Acts 20:28-32). The Pastor is responsible for providing spiritual instruction and strategic leadership to members, staff and ministries of the church. The calling, supervision and dismissal of pastoral staff, ministry directors and employees are under the direction of the Pastor, assisted by the Pastor’s Council.
The Pastor shall continue to serve as Pastor until the relationship is ended by resignation or termination by the affirmative vote of two-thirds of those present and voting at a special business meeting of the church called for such purpose. Upon the occurrence of a vacancy in the position of Pastor, the Pastor’s Council shall initiate the process leading to the calling of a new Pastor. This process is outlined in the Policies and Procedures Manual in accordance with Article VI, #6 of this document.

SECTION III: MINISTRY PASTORS, DIRECTORS AND LEADERS
The second ministerial role mentioned in the Bible is the role of the deacon, which in the New testament functions as a “servant-leader.” The deacons liberated the apostles from direct oversight of pastoral ministries in order that they might be free to study, teach, pray and to lead. There are no specific, on-going roles specified in the Bible for deacons; they served as needed (Acts 6:1-4; Philippians 1:1).
Ministry Pastors are Pastors called by the church to serve specific ministry assignments in the church. Ministry leaders are equated with deacons in the New Testament. These leaders are appointed by the Pastors and Ministry directors on the basis of the leader’s giftedness (I Timothy 3:8-12). After completion of training, ministry leaders are given the freedom and authority to lead in their area of ministry under the supervision and leadership of the pastors. There can be no limit to the number of ministry leaders, as this is dependent solely upon the Holy Spirit’s disbursement of spiritual gifts in the church. Certain Ministry Leaders will be selected to become Ministry Directors, overseeing a large portion of a particular area of ministry. These Directors may or may not be ordained pastors, but should fulfill the biblical requirements for ministerial leadership. Ministry Directors are appointed by the Senior Pastor or pastor’s Council and serve until the relationship is ended by resignation, the Pastor, the Pastor’s Council or by the expiration of a predetermined time of service.

SECTION IV: SMALL GROUP LEADERS
A small group leader is a lay pastor to a small group under the direction and accountability of a Pastor or Ministry Director. The qualifications of a small group leader are the same as that of any other ministry leader. Small group leaders are extensions of the pastoral ministry of the church and serve as under-shepherds of the church trough their small group.

SECTION V: PASTOR’S COUNCIL
The Pastor’s Council will consist of the Senior Pastor, the other Pastors, select Ministry Directors and select trustees. The Pastor’s Council will have the following responsibilities:
1. Coordinate the life and ministry of the church, plan for future events and implement the strategy of the church in light of its purpose, mission, values and vision;
2. Selection and removal of all officers, agents and employees of the church except for the Pastor;
3. Develop and submit the church’s annual budget to the Church membership for approval;
4. Management of the church’s annual budget.
The number of the council shall be no less than three (3) and no more than fifteen (15). The Pastor’s Council is appointed and supervised by the Pastor. Written minutes of the proceedings of the Pastor’s Council shall be kept.

SECTION VI: LEADERSHIP ADVISORY TEAM
Ministry directors, ministry Leaders, Small Group leaders and trustees compose the Leadership Advisory Team. This team meets periodically with the Pastor’s Council for two-way communication, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation. There is no limit to the number on the Leadership Advisory Team.

SECTION VII: TRUSTEES
Trustees are laypersons who provide servant leadership in the Church. A Trustee must fulfill the responsibilities contained in the membership covenant. The Trustees shall have the following powers and duties:
1. Provide financial counsel to the Pastoral staff;
2. Assist the pastor in the interview, selection and employment of pastoral staff;
3. determine the compensation of the Pastor, and with the Pastor, of other Ministry Pastors of the Church;
4. Serve the church as official representatives of the Church in terms of business contracts and other legal matters. Trustees, under the direction of the Pastor’s Council or, if required, congregational approval, may borrow money and incur indebtedness on behalf of the church and cause to be executed and delivered for the church’s purposes and in the Church’s name, promissory notes and other evidences of debt and securities; and
5. Conduct other duties and activities as requested by the Pastor or Pastor’s Council.
The number of trustees is determined annually by the Pastor’s Council. Trustees are nominated to the church membership annually by the Pastor. They are elected by the members at the annual membership meeting and may only be removed from completing their one-year term by a vote of the members.

SECTION VIII: OTHER STAFF MEMBERS
Other staff members may be hired as needed in accordance with the above-stated areas of responsibility, the annual budget, as well as the personnel and financial policies of the church. Such staff members shall be responsible to their immediate supervisors or designated staff persons.

SECTION IX: OFFICERS
Offices include Moderator, treasurer and Clerk. The Pastor shall serve as Moderator. A member of the Pastor’s Council, selected by the Pastor, shall be considered Assistant Moderator. The Treasurer and Clerk shall be the trustee and member designated by the Pastor’s Council.
1. Moderator - The Moderator shall preside at all business meetings of the Church consistent with the guidelines for a presiding officer in the latest edition of Robert’s rules of Order. In the Absence of the Moderator, the Assistant Moderator shall carry out the duties of the Moderator. In the absence of the assistant Moderator, the Clerk shall call the meeting to order and carry out the duties of the Moderator.
2. Clerk - The Clerk shall be responsible for maintaining an accurate roll of the church membership with date of admission, dismissal and other pertinent information and for issuing letters of dismissal as authorized by the Pastor’s Council and these Bylaws. The Clerk shall be responsible for preparing accurate and complete minutes of all business meetings of the church. The Church Clerk also keeps individual contribution records and reports to each member his/her record. The Clerk may appoint one or more Assistants to help the Clerk in the performance of these duties.
3. Treasurer/Administrator - The Treasurer/Administrator is a Trustee. It shall be the duty of the Treasurer/Administrator to receive, preserve and pay out, upon proper internal procedure and control according to adopted financial policies, all money or things of value paid or given to the Church, keeping at all times an itemized report of the receipts and disbursements. The Treasurer/Administrator’s report and record shall be audited annually.

SECTION X: AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE LEGAL DOCUMENTS
While Trustees represent the Church for matters requiring approval of the Church membership or the Pastor’s Council, day-to-day official documents of the Church may be executed by the Pastor, the Clerk or the Treasurer/Administrator within the boundaries of the Church budget.

ARTICLE IV
REAL PROPERTY

SECTION I: TITLE
Title to all real property of the Church shall be in the name of the church.

SECTION II: PURCHASING REAL PROPERTY
Real property may be purchased in the name of and behalf of the church by act of the Trustees after the proposal to do so has been presented and approved by the Pastor’s Council and by the Church membership in accordance with Section IV of Article II of this document.

SECTION III: DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY
Real property of the church may be sold, mortgaged, conveyed, transferred or otherwise disbursed with the affirmative vote of a majority of the members present at a business meeting as detailed in Article II of this document.

ARTICLE V
FINANCES

SECTION I: ANNUAL BUDGET
The Church shall have an annual budget to serve as the normative guide for the financial operation of the Church.

SECTION II: DEVELOPMENT OF ANNUAL BUDGET
The annual church budget shall be established through the following process:
1. All individuals involved in ministry leadership submit their expected financial needs to their Ministry director or Pastor (depending upon the area of ministry) for the coming fiscal year;
2. The Pastor, Ministry Directors and other pastoral staff then submit their budget needs, including salaries for support staff, according to areas of responsibilities;
3. The Trustees submit the salaries for the Pastor and, with assistance from the Pastor, other Ministry Pastors.
4. The Pastor’s Council compiles a proposed budget from the needs submitted;
5. The proposed budget prepared by the Pastor’s Council is reproduced and sent (in accordance with article II, Section IV of this document) to all members and made available to other interested persons;
6. Questions are answered by the Pastor, Treasurer, Ministry Pastors and Directors and Ministry Leaders on an informal basis;
7. The budget is submitted to the Church at the annual business meeting for vote without discussion.

SECTION III: BUDGET MANAGEMENT
The budget is to be managed by the Pastor’s Council and the various Ministry Directors and staff persons according to their area of responsibility.
Minor modifications within the budget can be made by the Pastor’s Council, Ministry Directors, or other staff with budget responsibilities if circumstances in the life of the church mandate such a change. For example, if a budgeted item is not needed, or if expenses in a particular area are less than expected, the Pastor’s Council and/ or Ministry directors can reallocate those resources as needed. The budget should, however, be the normative guide for the financial operation of the church.

SECTION IV: ANNUAL REVIEW
An annual review of the church’s financial matters will be performed and made available to Church Membership.

SECTION V: FISCAL YEAR
The Church fiscal year shall begin on January 1 and end on December 31.

ARTICLE VI
RECORDS AND MANUALS
The Church shall maintain the following records and reports:
1. Adequate and current books and records of accounts (financial records);
2. Written minutes of the proceedings of its members and Pastor’s Council;
3. A roll of the membership of the Church, setting forth the member’s names and addresses;
4. Contribution statements for contributors;
5. An Organizational Manual; and
6. A policies and Procedures Manual.

ARTICLE VII
AUXILIARY MINISTRIES
Palmetto Shores Church may organize and implement auxiliary ministries that the church deems helpful in providing religious, charitable or educational activities to the community. Each auxiliary ministry much have its own bylaws and budget, but its corporate identity will fall under the charter and constitution of Palmetto Shores Church.

ARTICLE VIII
AMENDMETS
All requests for amendments to these Bylaws must be in writing and shall be submitted to the Pastor’s Council for study and consideration. The Pastor’s Council shall issue a timely response to the proposed amendment, alteration or revision to these Bylaws. The Pastor’s Council shall determine whether to propose such amendments to the church for adoption. If proposed to the church by the pastor’s council, amendments require the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members present at a business meeting of the church as detailed in Article II of this document.

CERTIFICATE OF CLERK
I certify that the foregoing Bylaws consisting of eight (8) pages and eight (8) articles, are the Bylaws of Palmetto Shores Church as adopted by a vote of the members of the Church on April 29th, 2007, and that I am the duly appointed Clerk of the Church.
Executed in Horry County, South Carolina, this the 29th day of April, 2007.
Billy Russell (Church Clerk)

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