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| Black Rose Spiritual Center, Inc : |
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| SCHEDULE A 4. Does the organization have a formal code of doctrine and discipline for its members? If “Yes,” describe. Article 17 of our Articles of Incorporation State: “In addition, Black Rose Spiritual Center shall acknowledge the position of Elder within the Church. Elders of the Black Rose Spiritual Center are all those members of the Church who have served as Clergy for Black Rose Spiritual Center and retired in good standing with the Church, who have served as Envoys and retired from that position, or who have retired from active service within the Church in a manner of good standing, and also those members of the general membership who have been named Elders of the Church by decision of the Order in recognition of their service and wisdom. These Elders can serve as advisory members of the Council and the Order, but do not have a vote within the council or Order. Additionally, the Elders of the Church may, by unanimous vote, if there are more than seven Elders, override or enforce matters of discipline within the Church, its Clergy, and its Council.” The disciplinary actions available to the Elders are a wide-range of actions ranging for (sic) verbal or written reprimand to outright and immediate dismissal with cause. Black Rose Spiritual Center is aware that we are all only human and as such need the guidance and oversight of our fellowman to ensure we stay on the right track. As absolute power corrupts absolutely, Black Rose Spiritual Center will not put any individual in such a tenuous position. Through the establishment of the Council and the Elders we feel we have established an appropriate set of checks and balances to ensure the Church stays true to its path and mission. |
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