Organization
Section 1 - Officers and Standing Committees
In addition to the pastor, the officers of this church shall be a clerk, treasurer, a
Sunday school director, and his/her assistant directors along with the department
directors, a director of the WMU, director of the brotherhood, deacons, trustees,
a committee of ushers. The terms of officers, except the pastor, music director and
standing committees shall date from the first day of September each church year.
Section 2 - Pastor
He shall be chosen on a singular basis, that is, no other minister considered in the
same balloting, by a minimum of 75% of the vote, unanimous if possible, of the church
members present. The vote taken by secret ballot at a special called conference during
a Sunday morning worship service, and shall extend to the call for an indefinite period.
His services may be terminated by a notice voted upon by the church. This may be done
at the desire of the church or the desire and prerogative of the pastor. He shall conduct
the public services of worship, and the general development of the church work and all
personnel. He shall be an ex-officio member of all boards and committees. He shall act
as moderator of all business meetings of the church. In his absence, the chairman of
deacons shall act as moderator. In the absence of the chairman of the body of deacons,
another deacon shall act. The church will meet for one revival each year. The pastor
under spiritual circumstances may see the need of two revivals each year. A study course
will be observed by the church according to the wishes of the pastor. The pastor shall be
eligible for two weeks vacation each year, and be allowed to be absent for commitments,
such as revivals, homecomings, or special events as the discretion of the church.
Section 3 - Clerk
The clerk shall keep accurately the record of all church business transacted at regular
and called business sessions of the church body, and shall keep a correct register
of the membership with the date and manner of their admission and dismissal. He/She
shall inform all members of their election or appointment to an office or committee.
At the monthly business meeting prior to the annual meeting of the district association
in which the church holds membership, he/she shall submit a statistical report of
membership for the past year, and a general record of the church suitable to serve
as the annual letter to the association. The clerk shall be elected annually.
Section 4 - Treasurer
The treasurer shall hold all monies belonging to this church and deposits shall be made in
a expediently as possible to the proper church account/accounts. All tithes, gifts, designated
gifts and/or monetary donations shall, upon receipt by WildwoodBaptistChurch, become
the sole property of WildwoodBaptistChurch and shall be subject only to the distribution
designated by church authority.
The treasurer shall, without special vote of authority, payout of the church funds
available for that purpose: all salaries, fixed charges, interest, water, rent, lights,
phone, fuel, etc. He/She shall pay all other bills only after they have been presented
to the church for approval. A check/checks over $250.00 shall require two signatures;
the treasurer and the assistant treasurer. He/She shall present a summary of the financial
condition of the church at each monthly business meeting and a complete report for
the annual letter to the association. He/She shall be elected annually and shall be
an ex-officio member of the operating finance committee. The treasurer and the
assistant treasurer shall not be related in any way. The offices shall be the same duties
and requirements as the treasurer. The financial year shall begin on September I of
each year. Records of individual contributions to the church will be mailed or given
to the individuals on a yearly basis, if requested by individuals.
Second Amendment
Adopted June 3, 1992
Section 5 - Sunday School Director
The Sunday School director shall be the executive officer of the Sunday school
and shall exercise general oversight of all departments and report to the church
in the regular monthly business meeting. The assistant director shall work with the
director and pastor to encourage visitation and enlistment of new members.
He/She shall perform the duties of the general director in his/her absence. The departmental
directors shall direct the work of their respective departments, subject to the oversight of the
general director. The Sunday School staff shall be elected annually by the church.
Section 6 - Music Director
The music director shall be elected indefinitely by the church. He/She shall bring
before the church, the assistant and the instrumentalists who will be serving under his/her
supervision. He/She shall be responsible for the training of all choir members, and the
conducting of all music at the worship services and other special occasions.
Section 7 - Deacons
There shall be as many men serving as deacons as the church deems necessary, not more
than seven serving at any time. Elections for new deacons to be held at a regular church
conference, after having been contacted and examined by the pastor and body of deacons
for service according to I Timothy 3: 8-13 and after one month of notification has been given
to membership of the church. Membership without nomination, shall cast secret ballots for
potential candidates. The deacon body shall submit to the nominating committee in August
the name of the chairman to serve; no more than a 2-year term, with previous chairman
serving as vice chairman. An ordained deacon moving into the membership of this church
shall not be placed on the active roll of deacons until after 12 months and there being a
vacancy for him to serve on the body, and then voted on by the church. It shall be the duty
of the deacons to cooperate with the pastor in the oversight of the spiritual welfare and
work of the church. They shall at all times consider themselves as servants of the church.
They must maintain spiritual relations with all members and lead the church in a
well-planned program of visitation. They shall be charged with (1) preparation and distribution
of the Lord's Supper, and (2) assistance with baptismal candidates. Wildwood Baptist Church
accepts I Timothy 3: 8-13 that God is speaking to man only in becoming a deacon and having
only one living wife.
Section 8 - Minister of Youth
The minister of youth will work under the direct leadership and supervision of the pastor,
seeking to cooperate and coordinate with the entire church program.
Will be responsible to assist the pastor in pastoral care of the congregation; will include
but not limited to personal evangelism and prospect visitation.
Will seek to win unsaved youth in the community to Christ and lead them toward responsible
church membership.
Will oversee and guide youth toward spiritual growth and maturity.
Assist pastor and Sunday School Director in working with the nominating committee
to plan for youth Sunday school.
Work with the budget committee by submitting a proposed youth budget for the upcoming
year. Give monthly report of activities and biblical studies to the church along
with future plans of activities.
Maintain journal/log of expenditures (i.e. youth summer camp expenses, etc.) to
turn in to the treasurer.
Have a "Team player" attitude, willing to do whatever necessary to help Wildwood Baptist
Church achieve his/her objective in knowing Christ and making Him known.
Salary: Open
Section 9 - Trustees
Trustees will be elected only if and when needed by the church. The trustees will
be available to sign all legal papers, notes, etc. as authorized by the church.
Section 10 - Operating Finance Committee
The finance committee will be composed of persons elected by the membership of the church.
Section 11 - Benevolence Committee
The church will have a committee, with the treasurer acting as chairperson, with
the other church members elected from the floor.
Section 12 - Women's Missionary Union Director
She shall be elected by the ladies of the WMU, subject to the approval of the church,
prior to the annual meeting of the association. All circle persons and leaders shall be
subject to her supervision. She shall be responsible for a report to the church each
month at the regular business session.
Section 13 - Brotherhood Director
Each year, the brotherhood organization shall elect a man to serve as director to the
work among the men and boys. His election shall be subject to the approval of the
church. He shall present a report at each regular business meeting.
Section 14 - Nominating: committee
At the June business meeting of the church, a nominating committee of three
people shall be elected by nomination from the floor. If anyone declines, another vote
shall be taken. These three shall nominate the Sunday school director one month before
the election of church officers. The nominating committee shall remain active during
the church year. The responsibility of this committee shall be to nominate candidates for each place
to be filled in all organizations, except the deacons, the brotherhood and WMU.
Section 15 - Vacancy in Office
One who is elected into office in the church should be faithful in their support of the
church with their tithes, time, talent, or guidance by the Holy Spirit in their contributions.
If at any time a member cannot meet these qualifications, after proper notification
by the nominating committee, he/she shall consider his/her office vacant and after
approval by the church a qualified successor shall be elected.
Section 16 – Activities Committee
SUMMARY : To provide social/recreational activities for Wildwood Baptist Church to
promote fun and fellowship. To host organizational meetings or any family type activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
assigned. Maintain an inventory of paper plates, cups, etc. for serving a meal.
Maintain an inventory of condiments, cleaning supplies, etc. for running a kitchen.
At the beginning of the Church year (September), the committee will meet and plan for
the year the activities for at least 1 event during each month of the year.
Publicize activity in advance. Contact the person who does the Church bulletin to
promote the activity.
Organization is a must! The committee will be responsible for all food or food
preparations, food setup, decorations and clean up.
The committee will assist the Funeral and food committee’s leader and members
Will co-ordinate with Buildings & Ground Maintenance committee on the removal of
trash after any event.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – The leader will be responsible for contacting all
committee members of their duties for the up coming event. The leader is the host of
the event and the host must always make sure that everyone including her committee
members has enjoyed the event. Leader will arrange for someone to fulfill their
responsibilities in their absence.
Adopted Jan. 6 2013
Section 17 – Building and Grounds Committee
SUMMARY - Perform routine and extensive grounds and building maintenance duties on all Wildwood Baptist Church facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Plants grass, flowers, trees and shrubs; prunes shrubs and trees to shape and
improve growth.
Sprays lawns, trees and shrubs with fertilizers and insecticides.
Removes snow and ice from building walkways and steps; may rake leaves,
clean and sweep litter.
Clean and pressure wash outside of building(s).
Replacement of light bulbs.
Will co-ordinate with the Activities Committee or any other group at the church on the removal
of trash when necessary.
May perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures to all church facilities. Will inform
the Church when any minor improvements/renovations are to be done.
The Committee must submit any suggestions for major repairs/renovations to the church.
All major repairs/renovations must be submitted in writing with estimates from
three (3) contractors.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - Pest control, lawn care and cleaning of the
church are under the supervision of the Building & Ground Maintenance Committee.
Any major repairs/renovations
done by outside contractors will be supervised by the committee.
Adopted Jan. 6 2013
