Foundational Principle *
Our lives, not just our words, are our witness to the world of the hope we have in Christ. The lifestyles we choose to live serves as a representation of what we truly believe. Therefore, who we are at church and who we are elsewhere should not contradict each other. The goal of a Christ-follower is not perfection, rather, the goal is in following Christ we allow Him to shape our life. We don’t expect that you never make a mistake concerning the items below. Rather we expect that you are honest and teachable when you do make a mistake. We are a restoring church meaning we work with people who have made mistakes if they are willing to grow. Staff and team members alike will be teachable, submitting to God’s word as the final authority. We exist to create safe communities where imperfect people grow. By seeking to follow the guidelines below we will help to establish these communities.
Purpose *
The purpose of these Guidelines is to promote integrity, safety, and clarity with respect to paid staff (“Staff”) and volunteers (“Team Members”) of Grace Church San Diego who are involved in any capacity in Grace Church San Diego’s ministry. By initialing each section and signing below, you agree that you have read these guidelines and that you will seek to abide by them for the duration of your involvement in any capacity here at Grace Church San Diego. If you violate the guidelines it will be up to staff to determine the recourse with truth and grace considered.
Dress and Speech *
Please be aware that how you dress and speak sets an example. It also sends a message to the people with whom you interact. Staff and Leaders recognize that if dress and speech becomes an issue it will lead to conversations with Staff or other Team Members.
Illegal Drugs *
Staff and Team Members will not use, possess or sell illegal drugs at any time.
Sexual Misconduct *
Staff and Leaders will conform to the highest standards of sexual morality and conduct. In their work with Grace Church San Diego and in their private lives, Staff and Leaders will not engage in sexual misconduct, including but not limited to (1) sexual intercourse with any person outside of marriage or actively pursuing homosexual relationships (2) sexual relations or activities which constitute sexual offenses as defined by law, or (3) any other sexual relations or activities that are contrary to the theological and moral affirmations of Grace Church San Diego including viewing pornography and online sexual relationships outside of marriage.
Social Media *
Staff and Leaders will make sure that all public social media venues (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, blogs, etc) reflect living according to the calling that Christ has on a Christian’s life. Staff and Team Members will not seek to divide the body of Christ through argumentative use of social media but will save those conversations to be expressed in person. Political bullying or overtly narcissistic behavior on social media will lead to conversations with Staff or other Team Members.
Signature of Consent *
I have read, understood and agree to these Guidelines. I understand that violating these commitments can result suspension or termination, as determined by the staff.
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