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Code of Ethics

It is a requirement that every member of GAM

accept and adhere to the following ministerial ethics:

		Each member has a right to their own style and personality as they follow Christ.
		To conduct ones affairs in morals, finances, and business relations with a high degree of Christian integrity.
		To maintain a teachable spirit towards the other leaders of the Fellowship.
		To speak in a respectful and edifying manner where other members of the Fellowship are concerned.
		To abstain, directly or indirectly, in any issue that would cause a church split.
		To not sow seeds of discord among the body by gossip, rumors and opinionated criticism.
		To abstain from the consumption or use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs.
		To pursue a Christian relationship with other members of the Fellowship.
		To respect the rights of others and allow them to be different, as long as their actions comply with the written Word of God.
		To support and give your loyalty to any pastor under which you may serve.
		To deal justly as the Scriptures command concerning all areas of fellowship, relationships, unity and brotherly love.
		To follow the procedure as commanded in the Scriptures when faced with a brother or sister who is in violation of these ethics or any other Biblical moral standard.
		To agree to adhere to our Statement of Faith, Ministerial Ethics and By-Laws.