Governance

Understanding Governance

 To prevent over centralisation and concentration of power in a few hands NLCNZ has the following checks and balances: 

• 1. NLCNZ functions in three intersecting spheres of leadership, relationships, accountability and vision:
• a) Local
• b) Regional
• c) National

• 2. We acknowledge the autonomy of local churches but as a family of churches we embrace interdependence. To enjoy healthy relationships there may be certain circumstances in which National and Regional Leaders will intervene e.g.
• a) Financial misappropriation by the pastor
• b) Moral failure of a pastor
• c) Abuse of pastoral authority

• 3. In such circumstances other ordained leaders should
• a) Deal with the matter locally
• b) If it cannot be resolved locally then call in the Regional Leader
• c) If it cannot be resolved at the regional level then refer to the ALT

• 4. All NLCNZ Churches are encouraged to facilitate and enhance city / area wide initiatives for unity and action as one church in a city / town / region with many congregations.

  A Senior Minister may not take a church out of NLCNZ without the approval of at least 65% majority of church members. Such a poll should be conducted in association and dialogue with the ALT and Regional Leader.