The press focuses on historical works that meet rigorous standards of … The high councilor assigned to missionary work or a member of the stake presidency could meet with ward mission leaders (if called) and members of elders quorum presidencies who lead missionary work. The bishopric encourages members to keep their testimonies brief so more people may have the opportunity to participate. The agenda may include the items shared with the ward council. In April 2009, the Journal of Beliefs and Values published an article reporting on a 2007 study which "set out to examine the psychological type profile of Lead Elders within the Newfrontiers network of churches in the United Kingdom and to compare this profile with the established profile of clergymen in the Church of England". It should be a spiritual occasion in addition to a family gathering. Adult and youth members and Sunday School leaders and teachers. Each organization schedules its own meeting unless the stake presidency decides to combine all meetings into the same time and place. [6], All Newfrontiers churches hold to a complementarian position on gender similar to that promoted by the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood. Members should not use visual aids in sacrament meeting or stake conference. This business is normally conducted in the first stake conference each year unless a satellite broadcast is incorporated into that conference. Occasionally the bishopric may invite the full-time missionaries who are serving in the area to speak. Prayers should be brief, simple, and spoken as directed by the Spirit. The bishopric may not turn sacrament meetings over to organizations or outside musical groups. The Area Seventy convenes a coordinating council meeting soon after each quarterly area council meeting. In some cases, a brief high council meeting could be immediately followed by a stake council meeting (see 29.3.7). The stake presidency invites youth to participate on this committee as needed. Where possible, leaders should avoid scheduling Sunday meetings other than those in the standard two-hour schedule, leadership meetings in the early mornings, and occasional meetings in the evenings. Every member needs the spiritual blessings that come from partaking of the sacrament. Identify resources available in the community and stake. In other Newfrontiers churches the expectation is that members of the congregation will speak out if they feel they have received an idea, message, (mental) image or verse of Scripture no prior approval is required or expected. The bishopric schedules one sacrament meeting each year for the Primary children to take part in a Primary program (see 12.2.1.2). Brethren who have been recommended for ordination to the offices of elder and high priest are normally presented for a sustaining vote in a stake conference or a stake general priesthood meeting. Bishopric; ward clerk; ward executive secretary; elders quorum, Relief Society, Young Women, Primary, and Sunday School presidents; and others as needed (including counselors in the elders quorum and Relief Society presidencies and, if called, the ward mission leader and ward temple and family history leader), Normally weekly (but may meet less frequently). Each are selected with great care so that the graphic message corresponds to the beliefs and standards of our congregation. Coordinate stake efforts related to the Children and Youth program. The stake youth leadership committee meets as needed. He presides at these meetings unless an Area Seventy or General Authority attends. Committee members counsel together about how to support ward leaders in the work of salvation and exaltation. The bishop also notifies the Relief Society president so she and other sisters, including ministering sisters, can assist the family. Partake of the sacrament, worship, perform ordinances, conduct ward business, and bear testimonies. Report on stake organizations, activities, and programs. Creating, Changing, and Naming New Units, 37. The high councilors assigned to the Young Women and Primary organizations. Church leaders should not incorporate rituals of other religions or groups into Church services for deceased members. Newfrontiers (previously New Frontiers International) is a neocharismatic apostolic network of evangelical, charismatic churches founded by Terry Virgo. In connection with ward conference, the stake presidency meets with the bishopric to review the progress of individuals and organizations in the ward. Death brings a need to comfort the living. They can send invitations via email, text, social media, or other means. He considers the wishes of the family, but he ensures that the funeral is simple and dignified, with music and brief addresses and sermons centered on the gospel, including the comfort afforded by the Savior’s Atonement and Resurrection. You didn’t mention your church in detail, so I don’t know the entirety of it’s structure, but in reference to churches with only one guy at the top: there needs to be at least one other qualified elder. On a fifth Sunday, the bishopric may direct the Aaronic Priesthood quorums or all priesthood holders to hold a combined meeting. Ensure that ward young single adult committees are functioning well in wards where they are established. High councilors assigned to work with elders quorums. Occasionally something unexpected may occur during the meeting that the presiding officer feels a need to clarify. The bishop may offer to help make mortuary and cemetery arrangements according to local laws and customs. [9], Nigel Wright believes that Newfrontiers and other British restorationists are claiming too much when they speak of "restoring the church. This is not a time for conversation or transmitting messages. In that case, the business is conducted in the second stake conference. Video recordings and computer or other electronic presentations should not be used as part of a funeral service. Stake and mission presidents attend these meetings. Presenting the names of newly called stake officers and asking for a sustaining vote (see the Chart of Callings, 30.7, for guidelines about who is to be presented for this vote). A member of the stake presidency presides over this committee. Such practices include expecting excessive travel, wearing special clothing for mourning, making elaborate public announcements, paying money to the family, holding elaborate and prolonged feasts at the funeral, and holding excessive commemorative or anniversary celebrations after the funeral. In one stake conference each year, a member of the stake presidency presents general, area, and stake officers to be sustained, using the Officers Sustained form. ‘One thing about the Uniting Church that particularly appeals to me is the strong belief it has in its people.’ DENISE LIERSCH, MODERATOR ‘God does not promise we will always be healthy and prosperous (and He) did not promise life… Planning includes making arrangements for adequate seating, ushering, and parking. Other agenda items for this meeting may include reporting on assignments, planning meetings, reviewing the stake calendar, and reviewing the stake budget. As needed, he may offer help from the ward in providing local transportation for the family. (See 22.10.1, 22.12, and 22.13.). Women in the ward ages 18 and older (and younger women who are married), Additional Relief Society meetings and activities. District presidents are not usually asked to attend. Each sacrament meeting should be focused on deepening conversion to Heavenly Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. On occasion, receive instruction from Church leaders, including instruction from coordinating council meetings. The bishop urges members to maintain a spirit of reverence, dignity, and solemnity during a funeral service and at gatherings connected with the service. Provide opportunities for young single adults to come together for service, gospel learning, and sociality beyond their wards. Instruction in all stake conference sessions is under the direction of the presiding authority. Managing Church finances (see chapter 34). Other purposes of sacrament meeting are to worship, provide gospel instruction, perform ordinances, conduct ward business, and strengthen faith and testimony. Invitations can remind members of the meeting schedule for the next Sunday and include topics for discussion for quorum and class meetings. These children are not presented for acceptance into the ward because they are already members. After receiving his approval, the bishopric and the branch presidency meet with priesthood and organization leaders in their own units to seek their counsel and cooperation in implementing the plan. A member of the stake presidency; stake Young Men presidency (and secretary if called); stake Young Women presidency (and secretary if called); high councilors assigned to the Young Women and Primary; stake Sunday School president (optional); and youth and others (as invited), Stake leadership meetings for Relief Society, Young Women, Primary, and Sunday School. All ward organization presidencies and secretaries are invited to attend. If local circumstances and travel time do not place undue burdens on leaders, the stake presidency may authorize a second meeting each year. The main session of ward conference is held during sacrament meeting. The purposes of these meetings are to teach priesthood leaders their duties, increase their abilities, and strengthen their faith. Death is an essential part of Heavenly Father’s plan of salvation (see 2 Nephi 9:6). Members renew their commitment to take upon them His name, always remember Him, and keep His commandments. Normally the agenda is similar to that of other sacrament meetings. This broadcast will include instruction by General Authorities. It forms part of the British New Church Movement, which began in the late 1950s and 1960s combining features of Pentecostalism with British evangelicalism. If it is considered to be potentially beneficial to the whole church body, any worship music being played will subside for a moment, and the individual can address the congregation.