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Orientation

Chapter Servants’ Training Session 1

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A basic pastoral subdivision of MFC

WHAT IS A CHAPTER?

  • It is composed of units and households that are territorially proximate to one another.
  • The Chapter is in effect a “mini-MFC.”

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Provides a structure

that is key to our rapid

and massive evangelization

WHAT IS A CHAPTER?

  • It is self-sufficient and can carry on the work of MFC even if it were the only chapter existing.
  • It allows for unlimited growth.

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A key aspect of our pastoral organization is balance

WHAT IS A CHAPTER?

  • There is a balance between independence and interdependence, between autonomy and unity.
  • The life and mission of the chapter is always in accordance with the overall MFC vision, mission and culture.

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What is your role?

  1. The Chapter Leader is the overall pastor and governor of the chapter.
  2. Your role as Chapter Leader is crucial because:
    • We cannot have more chapters without new Chapter Leaders.
    • You are running a mini-MFC.
    • You lay the foundation for the birth of new chapters.

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What do we expect from you?

HAVE THE ATTITUDE OF A SERVANT

  • You are just an instrument in God’s hands.
  • You are not building your own kingdom or turf.
  • Be humble.

DEVELOP A HIGH DEGREE OF

APPRECIATION FOR THE VISION

AND MISSION OF MFC

  • Read and re-read our official documents. Know our life more and more by heart.
  • Eagerly seek out other Seniors for input.

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What do we expect from you?

BE FULLY COMMITTED TO MFC

  • Assign a very high priority to your life and work in MFC.
  • Give your time and energy.

BE A MODEL FOR CHRISTIAN LIVING

  • Christian life is modeling.
  • Work on various areas of your life.

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What do we expect from you?

SUPPORT MFC WITH YOUR FINANCES

  • Be convinced of our teaching on financial stewardship, and show others the way.
  • Work at giving a full tithe (10%) and even more if you can.

BE OPEN TO CORRECTION

  • We are all still growing and will make mistakes.
  • Welcome and eagerly seek correction.
  • Do not be onion-skinned or feel bad when corrected.

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What do we expect from you?

WORK UNDER AUTHORITY

  • You are part of a team.
  • Be open to direction.

BE AUTHORITATIVE

  • Be disciplined and have good order.
  • Give proper and right directions/instructions for leaders/members.

CONSTANTLY PUSH FOR

THE MISSION OF MFC

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Conclusion

Your role is very important to the life

and mission of MFC.

Look beyond your own chapter.

It is a privilege for all of us to serve

the Lord as Chapter Leaders.

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