Five Mile Board Team Descriptions
Five Mile Discipleship and Mission
According to the Manual (¶ 137), the presidents of Nazarene Discipleship International (NDI), Nazarene Missions International (NMI), and Nazarene Youth International (NYI) should work together to ensure that the discipleship mission of the church is carried out effectively among all age groups. At a minimum, the presidents of NMI, NDI, and NYI should meet and/or stay in contact on a regular basis and stay in close contact regarding plans and schedules to ensure a close and healthy integration of mission and discipleship in all age groups.
Team Members: Tamara (NDI), Sharon (NMI), Wilonja (NYI), Youth Pastor (NYI)
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Nazarene Discipleship International (NDI)
Education, support, and development of NDI strategies as outlined in Manual.
Oversee curriculum, teachers, and educational volunteers.
Provide resources for discipleship and mission for adults, youth, and children.
Camp registration, preparation, and communication with Trinity Pines
Develop and annual budget to be implemented at the beginning of 2026-27 church year.
Facilitator: Tamara
Possible board members: Rehema, Matt, Natacha,
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Nazarene Missions International (NMI)
Education, support, and development of NMI strategies as outlined in Manual.
Communication and engagement with Nazarene missionaries.
Inform and educate Five Mile about Nazarene missions and giving toward Nazarene missions.
Provide resources for discipleship and mission for adults, youth, and children.
Develop and annual budget to be implemented at the beginning of 2026-27 church year
Facilitator: Sharon
Possible board members: Kiza, Rich
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Five Mile Experience
Give guidance toward the overall Five Mile experience, including:
Worship service planning, organization, and evaluation
Sound and media needs and development
Welcome and follow-up goals and practices
Organization and set-up of worship space and other events
Develop and annual budget to be implemented at the beginning of 2026-27 church year.
Facilitator: Pastor Steve or Associate Pastor
Possible board members: Robbie, Matt, Rita, Mike
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Compassion and Benevolence
Pay attention to church and community members who are sick, hurting, or in need of attention.
Make prayer requests known to Pastor, staff, and church.
Call, text, and visit sick and homebound church members.
Plan and organize meals or other needs for church members.
Develop and annual budget to be implemented at the beginning of 2026-27 church year.
Facilitator: Susan
Possible board members: Kiza, Natacha
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Property and Facilities
Oversee the growth, development, repair, and maintenance of building and grounds.
Develop plans and schedules for regular maintenance and care.
Develop an annual budget for property and facility needs.
Develop and annual budget to be implemented at the beginning of 2026-27 church year.
Facilitator: Mike
Possible board members: Rich, Ben, Ebuela, Kiza
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Finance and Stewardship
Oversee the financial well-being of the church
Develop and oversee budgets and clear processes for various ministries of the church
Keep detailed and accurate records of income and expenditures
Pay bill in timely manner, including WEF, District, NBUSA, and Education budgets
Facilitator: Robbie (Treasurer)
Possible board members: Rich, Mike, Rita, Rehema
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Administration and Planning
Maintain and organize church calendar – holidays, events, etc.
Provide reminders of upcoming events and scheduling needs
Record (as appropriate) vacation days and schedule of staff
Keep accurate records of giving, attendance, membership, etc.
Head: Sharon (Board secretary and office manager)
Possible board members: Wilonja, Ebuela
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Congolese Ministry Team
Oversee the Congolese worship service and other events
Strategize for the growth and development of Congolese ministries
Encourage increased interaction between English & Swahili-speaking congregations
Facilitator: Pastor Rehema and Pastor Steve
Team members: Congolese leadership team
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Nazarene Youth International
Oversees the youth (7-12th grade) program and activities
Guides and leads youth council
Develop annual budget for NYI
Facilitator: Wilonja and youth pastor
Team members: Youth council elected by NYI members