HQ Mission, Values and Objectives

We refer to our administrative office in Glendora, CA as our international headquarters (HQ). It has the mission, values and objectives described here.

Mission

HQ is devoted to helping GCI churches attain their God-given potential. It pursues this mission by providing theological, doctrinal, administrative, financial and legal integrity and accountability to all U.S. churches and theological, doctrinal and spiritual leadership to administrative offices in non-U.S. regions.

Values

HQ values servant-leadership that is centered in: 

• The humility and meekness of Jesus Christ (Matt. 11:25-30).

• A faithful and committed personal walk with Jesus Christ.

• Christian character and faithfulness.

• A grace orientation to life.

• A commitment to fairness and equality without favoritism.

• Financial responsibility and integrity.

• Trustworthiness and earned credibility.

• Bible-centered teaching and preaching.

• Responsible theological methods and exegesis of Scripture.

• World missions.

• Denominational unity.

• Regular communication with members.

• People are precious to God, and the needs of people are more important than programs.

• All people, without exception, are of equal value and spiritual potential.

• Respect for human cultural diversity.

• The interconnectedness of the Body of Christ and the command of Jesus that we love one another.

• A staff that is committed to life-long learning and personal excellence in skills, education and job performance.

Objectives

HQ seeks to fulfill the following specific objectives:

• Encourage and facilitate the clear proclamation of the gospel in word and deed in each GCI church.

• Provide denominational identity for all GCI churches.

• Maintain the Statement of Beliefs and the theological and doctrinal integrity of the denomination.

• Provide denominational leadership characterized by humility, integrity, honesty and faithfulness to the Word of God.

• Provide effective biblical instructional materials and church news and information for GCI members.

• Provide effective preparation, training, selection, continuing education and supervision of competent, Christ-centered, Spirit-led pastors for U.S. churches.

• Provide training for church renewal and church planting.

• Provide skilled administrative and legal services for U.S. churches.

• Provide spiritual support and international coordination for non-U.S. regions.

• Administer GCI's articles and bylaws in the U.S.

• Provide denominational outreach in the form of an inspirational and motivational Christian message aimed at the Christian world and the general public.

• Interact and partner with other churches at a denominational level for the purpose of furthering the kingdom of God.

• Maintain the official history, legacy and continuity of Grace Communion International.

• Maintain a Church Administration and Development (CAD) Department to:

  • License all U.S. elders.

  • Maintain and supervise a selection and training process for U.S. pastors and church planters.

  • Appoint and supervise all U.S. pastors and church planters.

  • Maintain an effective in-service training program for all U.S. pastors.

• Maintain the office of Superintendent of Missions to coordinate non-U.S. regional offices.

• Maintain a Financial Affairs and Planning Department that:

  • Complies with all federal and state regulations regarding U.S. donations, church expenses and disbursement of funds.

  • Provides accounting services for all U.S. pastoral salaries.

  • Provides legal services for all U.S. church business.

  • Offers accounting services for GCI churches that desire it.

• Publish GCI's doctrinal teachings and beliefs in the Statement of Beliefs and other denominational publications.

• Maintain a doctrinal advisory team that reports to the advisory council of elders and is responsible for researching the accuracy and theological integrity of the Statement of Beliefs and the doctrinal content of denominational literature and instructional materials.

• Provide administrative support for denominationally sponsored conferences, conventions and annual worship events.

• Establish, maintain and administer GCI's articles and bylaws in the U.S. that ensure a high level of accountability and integrity of denominational leadership.

• Maintain the GCI.org web site and provide space for local church web sites on the Internet.

• Produce denominational publications for the edification, instruction and personal support of church members and other interested parties.

• Maintain communications with news and other public agencies.

• Protect denominational interests through responsible legal counsel whenever warranted.

• Maintain a partnership with Ambassador College of Christian Ministry and Grace Communion Seminary to encourage further education for pastors and members.

• Maintain an adequate, economical, functional, safe, clean and attractive Headquarters facility.

• Maintain membership in appropriate Christian organizations and partner with other denominations to strengthen unity in the Body of Christ.