FUNDING
Funding of the
Dioceses’ operation/work is basically provided by ministers’ monthly dues,
the member churches’ quarterly ecclesiastical dues and fund raising ventures
from time to time.
Government
ecclesiastical Grant.
Contributions from corporate citizens and well wishers are welcomed.
ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES and FUNCTIONS
[1]
The
Archbishop
His Grace the Archbishop is the Chief Bishop that governs the Diocese. He
has the authority to declare a decree at anytime. He is to exercise
jurisdiction over the Diocese. He receives from
GOD through the
ministry of the Church the authority , which is to be exercised by him in a
spirit of service, listening to his members and fostering their
cooperation for the good of the Diocese and all mankind, without prejudice.
[2]
The
Bishop
His
Lordship the Bishop is an official of the highest order, who superintends
other clergymen.
He is the
administrator and assistant to the Archbishop.
He is to ensure
that everything concerning the administration of the Diocese is properly
coordinated and is directed in the way that will best achieve the good of
the people of GOD entrusted to His care.
He is to ensure
that there is a good historical archive in the Diocese and that documents ,
which have a historical value , are kept in it and systematically filed.
[3]
The
Bishops’ Council.
Is comprised of
all the Bishops who will group together to assist His Grace the Archbishop
in accordance with the law in the governance of the Diocese.
Each Bishop is
the official of the highest order in the demarcated areas specified by the
Diocese, superintending the other clergymen and the churches.
They are to
ensure that every thing concerning the administration of the Church s under
their supervision is functioning properly and that they are in compliance
with the word of GOD.
They are to
ensure that the Churches have ministers to carry out the sacraments in
accordance to the Laws of GOD.
They must also
have a historical archive and copies of their records sent to the Chapters
Board for their archive.
[4]
The
Chapters Board.
It is the
decision making body of the Diocese.
It appoints all
operational Boards and Committees of the Diocese.
It ratifies all
Standing Orders for the proper operation of the Diocese which is binding on
all members.
It is
responsible for the general management of the business of the Diocese
between meetings of the Central Committee.
It holds
meetings every fourth Saturday in the months of March, June , September and
December of each year or any other day as the Executive sees fit in the
best interest of the Diocese.
[5]
The
Disciplinary Committee
The Dean
is the head of the disciplinary committee. He is
the Attorney
General of the Diocese.
He is a
clergyman who is responsible for the ministers. He is an administrator, in
charge of counseling, discipline and the proper maintenance of the Diocese.
Any procedures
for disciplinary matters in the Diocese are brought to the Dean for
investigation and settlement.
He is to see
all candidates /proselytes before ordination. Scrutinize them and ensure
that they are worthy for ordination and recommend them to the Chapters Board
for approval.
[6]
The
Archdeacons’ Board.
Is comprised of
all the Archdeacons of the Diocese.
They are the
assistants to the Bishops in ceremonial or administrative functions.
They are to
raise funds for the Diocese.
They are to
make all rules of the Diocese which shall be agreed upon by the Central
Committee and approved by the Chapters Board.
They are to, in
collaboration with the Public Relations Officers, foster good relations
between the Churches and the community in order to promote and defend
whatever is for the greater good.
[7]
The
Mothers’ Court/ Mothers Union
The Mothers
Union is the Women ministry Arm of the Diocese.
It comprises
of all female officers and female members of the Churches within the
Diocese.
[8]
The
School of Theology/School Board.
The School of
Theology Board is a separate entity but must inform the Chapters Board and
the Central Committee of its activities.
It is to do
what ever is necessary to ensure proper management of the School.
[9]
The Home for the Aged Board.
The Home for
the Aged Board is a separate entity but must inform the Chapters Board and
the Central Committee of all its activities.
It is to do
what ever is necessary to ensure proper management of the Home for the Aged.
[10]
The
Central Committee.
Consists
of all ordained ministers of all ranks. It holds meetings every fourth[4
th]
Saturday of each month.
It is the
general authority of the Diocese. The principal officers are.
Chairman
-
The principal
Executive Officer of the meeting. He has the power to call meetings in
consultation with the secretary and the Archbishop.
Vice-Chairman -
Empowered with
all the functions of the Chairman in his/her absence.
General
Secretary -
The general
secretary of the Diocese is responsible to the committee for all
correspondence of the Diocese and its general running.
Asst. General
Secretary -
Assists the
General Secretary in the performance of all his/her functions and acts as
secretary in his/her absence.
Treasurer -
Principal
Financial Officer of the Diocese –
To see that
proper account of the Diocese’s finances are kept and the Financial
Statements are presented to the Executive and Central Committee at their
annual meetings.
To see that the
Financial Books are presented to the Diocese’s Auditors.
To make
available to the members the Financial records of the Diocese.
In conjunction
with the Trustees, and other persons so authorized, sign checks for payments
by or withdrawals from the Diocese’s funds in accordance with the rules of
the Diocese.
Trustees -
There are
four[4] -To hold in their joint names all property of the Dioceses in trust
for the Dioceses and its members.
To invest any
part of the funds or properties of the Diocese to the best interest of the
Diocese , but only in accordance with the law and then , only by the
direction of the Chapters Board. To report to the Central Committee at the
last meeting of every year.
Public
Relations Officers -
To handle all
public affairs of the Diocese and liaise with both the print and electronic
media.
To gain public
support for all activities or causes of the Diocese.
To help the
Diocese present a favorable image to the public.
To provide
information about the Diocese’s business to the media.
To plan public
relations campaigns and organize public events.
[11]
DIVISIONAL COMMITTEES.
The Diocese
consists of several Divisions.
Each Division
is supervised by a Bishop who is in charge of such Division aided by the
Archdeacons.
The
Divisional Committees are comprised of the Officers of the Division [Bishop,
Archdeacon, Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, P.R.O.] along with seven [7]
elected members from the churches in the Division. The Divisional meetings
are held monthly with the Divisional Committee and five members from each
church in the Division. Divisions may make divisional orders and rules to
govern its business, but such must be approved by the Chapters Board and in
accordance with the Standing Orders of the Diocese.
