Section 1. Duties and Authority

The needs of the church may require the establishment of the position of assistant pastor to augment the ministry of the Pastor. The assistant pastor shall have such duties and responsibilities as directed by the Pastor with the approval of the Elders. In the event of the absence or incapacity of the Pastor, the assistant pastor shall assume the functions of the pastor on an interim basis. The assistant pastor may be appointed or elected to other church or school positions not relating to the office of assistant pastor on the same basis as other eligible persons. The assistant pastor shall not automatically become a member of the Board of Elders.

Should the vacancy occur in the office of Pastor, the assistant pastor shall assume the functions of the Pastor. The requirements of Article VII, Section 2: The selection of Pastor shall not be waived should the assistant pastor desire to assume the office of Pastor on a permanent basis.

Section 2. Qualifications

The assistant pastor shall be a man whose life exemplifies the Gospel, is knowledgeable in the Scriptures and is able to instruct and guide younger Christians. He must set an example as the spiritual leader in his home. In addition, he must accept and support the CONSTITUTION and the STATEMENT OF FAITH of this church.

Section 3. Selection

The selection process for the assistant pastor shall be the same as for the Pastor except that the requirement for a formal nominating committee may be waived at the discretion of Board of Elders and the congregational vote shall require a seventy-five percent (75%) plurality for approval of the candidate.

Should a vacancy occur in the office of assistant pastor, the decision to seek candidates for the office shall be at the discretion of the Board of Elders, based upon the current needs of the church.