We covenant together with the help of God to cultivate relationships that lead us to freedom of expression, openness to diversity of thought, relational integrity, and clarity of understanding the mind and heart of each team member. As sinners saved by grace we agree to relate to each other through the power of Christ and thus hold ourselves and each other to:
1. Value scheduled Ministry staff meetings as a priority.
2. Be intentional in hearing and understanding the ideas of all team members.
3. Be an active listener – no side conversations, no interruptions.
4. Avoid sarcasm that is harmful to team relationships
5. Believe the best and speak well of fellow staff to others.
6. Take risks in offering prayer, feedback, and assistance.
7. Deal with real problems to the point of resolution.
8. Resolve conflict and forgive ourselves and others using the principles of Matthew 18:15-19.
9. Value the goals and interests of the church as priority.
10. Come to agreement of and follow-up on impending decisions.
11. Intentionally keep one another informed of information that affects the entire team.
12. Have the freedom to disagree openly.
13. Affirm the authority of staff team leader to limit and conclude discussions.
14. Be willing to give and receive constructive criticism.
15. Respect matters of confidentiality.
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