Establishing Unity Among the Pastors and Lay Elders at Calvary Church in Charlotte, North Carolina

Abstract

This project is designed to establish unity among the pastors and lay elders at Calvary Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. The training process involves assessing and increasing the knowledge of pastors and elders in regard to church polity and the functions of church offices. Chapter 1 introduces the ministry context of Calvary Church, along with the rationale, purpose, goals, research methodologies, definitions, and limitations of this project. Chapter 2 provides the biblical basis for the ministry of pastor and elder. Foundational to the design of the training curriculum are three biblical passages: 1 Peter 5:1-2, Acts 20:28, and Ephesians 4:11-13. These first two passages indicate the definitions and responsibilities of the pastor and elder offices. Ephesians 4:11-13 addresses unity within church leadership. Chapter 3 presents church polity, the roles and responsibilities of pastors and elders, and the call for unified leadership. Chapter 4 details the curriculum and lesson plans. Chapter 5 evaluates the efficacy of the project based on specified goals.