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Code of Ethics for Ministry News

We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. (2 Corinthians 6:3)

Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. (Philippians 1:27)

All who are called by God to the ministry of the gospel solemnly commit to a life of joyful obedience and selfless service in order to glorify God and enrich his people. Therefore, a minister will:

Pursue Integrity

I know, my God, that you test the heart and are pleased with integrity.

All these things I have given willingly and with honest intent. (1 Chronicles 29:17)

• in personal character.

Exalt Christ, not self. Be honest, not exaggerating or over-promising; peace-loving, not contentious; patient, not volatile; diligent, not slothful. Avoid and, when necessary, report conflicts of interest and seek counsel.

• in personal care.

Care for the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical dimensions of your person, for “your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:19).

• in preaching and teaching.

Interpret the Bible accurately and apply it discerningly: “In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned” (Titus 2:7-8). Speak the truth in love. Give due credit when using the words or ideas of others.

Be Trustworthy

It is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. (1 Corinthians 4:2)

• in leadership.

Model the trustworthiness of God in leadership to encourage and develop trustworthiness in others. Use power and influence prudently and humbly. Foster loyalty. Demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of the entire congregation. Keep promises. Respond sensitively and appropriately to ministry requests and needs: “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much” (Luke 16:10).

• with information.

Guard confidences carefully. Inform a person in advance, if possible, when an admission is about to be made that might legally require the disclosure of that information. Communicate truthfully and discreetly when asked about individuals with destructive or sinful behavior patterns. Tell the truth, or remain discreetly silent: “A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret” (Proverbs 11:13).

• with resources.

Be honest and prudent in regard to personal and ministry resources. Refuse gifts that could compromise ministry. Ensure that all designated gifts are used for their intended purpose: “If you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?” (Luke 16:11).

Seek Purity

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers

in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)

• in maintaining sexual purity.

Avoid sinful sexual behavior and inappropriate involvement. Resist temptation: “Among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality” (Ephesians 5:3a).

• in spiritual formation.

Earnestly seek the help of the Holy Spirit for guidance and spiritual growth. Be faithful to maintain a heart of devotion to the Lord. Be consistent and intentional in prayer and scriptural study: “Take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5).

• in theology.

Study the Bible regularly and carefully to understand its message, and embrace biblical doctrine. In forming theology, consider biblical teaching authoritative over all other sources.

• in professional practice.

Identify a minister/counselor who can provide personal counseling and advice when needed. Develop an awareness of personal needs and vulnerabilities. Avoid taking advantage of the vulnerabilities of others through exploitation or manipulation. Address the misconduct of another clergy member directly or, if necessary, through appropriate persons to whom that member of the clergy may be accountable.

Embrace Accountability

Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. (1 Peter 5:2-3)

• in finances.

Promote accepted accounting practices and regular audits. Ensure that ministry funds are used for their intended ministry purposes.

• in ministry responsibilities.

Ensure clarity in authority structures, decision-making procedures, position descriptions, and grievance policies. Model accountability at the highest organizational levels.

• in a denomination or a ministry organization.

Ensure compliance with ministry standards and expectations, including regular reports.

Facilitate Fairness

Believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism. Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in filthy old clothes also comes in. If you show special attention to the man wearing fine clothes and say, “Here’s a good seat for you,” but say to the poor man, “You stand there” or “Sit on the floor by my feet,” have you not discriminated among yourselves and become judges with evil thoughts? (James 2:1-4)

• with staff.

Follow approved ministry practices in staff selection processes. Advocate for equitable pay and benefits for staff. Provide regular staff team building, affirmation, training, evaluation, and feedback. Be honest with staff regarding areas to celebrate as well as those needing improvement.

• with parishioners.

Ensure appropriate access to staff by parishioners. Preach and teach to meet the needs of the entire ministry. Assume responsibility for ministry health. When asked for help beyond personal competence, refer others to those with requisite expertise.

• with the community.

Build God’s Kingdom in cooperation, not competition, with other local ministries. Provide Christian ministries to the public as possible. Encourage good citizenship.

• with a prior ministry.

Do not recruit from a previous ministry without permission. Avoid interfering in the ministry of a previous organization.

As a minister of the gospel, I commit to abide by the standards set forth.

Modified resource from www.naecodeofethics.com 

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A book by me • Road to Heaven

I wrote Road to Heaven during one of the roughest times in my life in an attempt to see if I was wrong about what I consider basic Christian principles.

I find that Christians seem to pick and choose what we call basics of our Christian life. We forget that we are to follow all the ways God has given us. God gave us HIS Son Jesus who should be our example on how we live and act. So in a small attempt to cover the overall basics of what I feel a Christian should be trying to live like I came up with the principles that the Bible has given us in this book.

It is far from a complete guide. This is more of a pointer to get everyone reading scripture and doing what we are taught by God.

My prayer is that after reading this book your heart will have a new desire to serve God and live in every way we are given to live by our Lord and Savior
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All profit from this book goes to support MinistryNews.org.

Honda 50 • Zambia adventures • growing up

When I was five years old I wound up having major surgery on my leg. When I left the hospital my mom had a Honda 50, the one with the folding handlebars, waiting for me. At that point in my life I did not know how to ride a bicycle.

Shortly after this my parents moved to Africa where they brought the Honda 50 with them in their suitcase.

It wasn't until I was six or seven years old that my brother showed me how to ride the motorbike. What fun that was to be able to ride through the bush going places that as a kid you would have never gone by yourself.

I wound up driving through a rebel army camp and back. I think my parents had a heart attack or two.

The Lord sure protected me as a kid.

A few years later I was going to a place called Jack's Rock where boulders the size of a block of houses formed caves and crevasses. My friends, Zambians and Neal Greyling use  to run around playing  despite a cave that was there being housed by a bunch of bandits who use to invite us in to eat and laugh at our stories.


So thank God for His ever watchful eye on us as we go about our lives. HE is faithful.

Need a video for your ministry?

“Ministry News” is looking for people in ministry, missions or Pastors who would benefit from video about themselves and the ministry they are in.

• “Ministry News Video” is a faith based ministry that can make video presentations at no cost to your organization.
• “Ministry News” can use video footage created by you, create the footage or combine both for a professional informative view of the ministry.
• The end product can then be used to make people aware of what you do and help bring prayer, volunteers and support.

“Ministry News” is focusing on ministries without the resources to do this on their own. If you know of a ministry or have a need yourself please contact us today.

May God be glorified and His love abound in everything.

Keep the Faith!

Jacob

Ministry News Video Ministry

www.ministrynews.org

info@ministrynews.org

208•277•8584

Ministry News Video Ministry wants to help your ministry.

NEW MINISTRY NEWS POSTER

Ministry News is a faith based ministry.  Many ministries are stretched thin when it comes to resources. Ministry News can come in and help them produce video and other media that can help increase the exposure they have to reach those with the resources to help them.

Some benefits:

• Show the needs of our hurting,fallen world
• Find ministries and missions you never knew existed
• Be aware what they do
• Specific prayer for them
• Know how their money is used
• Encourage those who are called full time
• Show the love of Jesus
• Raise awareness of doing what God has told us to do - Matthew 28:19-20
  

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I have artwork on a site called deviantART. Sounds bad. It is just a good site to find artwork. From graphics to photography and much more.  For those looking for resources this site has tons.

You can find some of my work at: deviantart.com

Ministry News Video Ministries promo video

The main goal of Ministry News is to provide video services to Christian Ministries and Missionaries around the globe that will help them inform supporters and potential supporters of what they are doing and the results of their endeavors. 

The primary service Ministry News will provide is professional video and internet media. This will be accomplished by sending out video teams to interview ministers and the people they impact. 

Ministry News is a faith based ministry. Many ministries are stretched thin when it comes to resources. Ministry News can come in and help them produce video and other media that can help increase the exposure they have to reach those with the resources to help them.

Ministry News Video Ministry needs you!

Ministry News Video Ministry is seeking a person in their twenties to thirties to interview other ministries.  No experience needed.

• Requirements:  You have a heart for Jesus
• At this time the position of interviewer is a volunteer one.

208•277•8584    info@ministrynews.org

Please pray for this ministry and that the Lord will provide the right person.

Ministry News Video Ministry

Some Needs and updates for the ministry

Thank you for your support in 2012

Some of the equipment still needed is lighting to help the video look professional.
4 LED light kit:
Light Kit on Amazon 

Another need is wireless mics to get the professional sounding voices on the video.
 2 Kits for 2 wireless microphones
 Microphone Kit on Amazon

Prayer is the most important part of anyone's life and Ministry News needs your prayer all the time.  If you would like to commit to praying for this ministry please let us know.

Please note:  I am using CDA Emergency Computer service accounts at this time for Ministry News.  All money I make through CDA Emergency Computer services also goes to .Ministry News Video Ministry.