COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit Matthew 28:19 CONSTITUTION CHURCH OF CHRIST CHINCHILLA No.COFC-103Revision 8 Author 1972 ConstitutionRevised D Rogers19 Feb 2024 Checked 2025 Constitution Team Nov 2024 - Feb 2026 Approved Vote of Members1 March 2026 COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026No.COFC-103Revision 8 Author 1972 ConstitutionRevised D Rogers19 Feb 2024 Checked 2025 Constitution Team Nov 2024 - Feb 2026 Approved Vote of Members1 March 2026 COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Definitions In these rules, words and phrases have the meaning set out below: ACNC means the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. ACNC ACT means Australian Charities and Not-for-profits as amended from time to time. AGM means annual general meeting. BUSINESS DAYS means a day other than a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday in Queensland. CHURCH means Chinchilla Church of Christ as described COFCQLD means Churches of Christ in Queensland COUNCIL or CONFERENCE COUNCIL is the formal governance body made up of representatives elected by the affiliated churches of DEACON is an elected member of the DEACONS are a group of members that meet the qualifications as laid out in 1 Timothy 3:8-12 ELDER is an elected man that meets the qualifications as laid out in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:7-9 ELDERSHIP is the group EXECUTIVE is composed of key positions of the (see GOVERNING BODY consists they form the committee of management for MEMBERS MEETING means the meetings of members of the association consisting of and SPECIAL MEMBERS MEETING. (see and retrospectively) PURPOSES means the charitable Purposes of the REGISTERED CHARITIES means charities registered with the SPECIAL MEMBERS MEETING is that is not STANDARD RESOLUTION means a resolution/motion presented and voted on by members. (see COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Page 4 of 21 Page(s) Constitution COFC-103.8 Preliminary 1. Name of the Organisation 1.1 The name of the Organisation is CHINCHILLA & DISTRICT CHURCHES OF CHRIST CIRCUIT ABN: 14 508 817 723 Address: 16 Villiers St Chinchilla QLD, 4413, Australia 2. Type of Organisation 2.1 is an unincorporated association. 2.2 is established to be, and continue as, a charity. 2.3 This constitution is intended to be binding on members of the and enforceable by courts in Queensland. 2.4 is an Affiliated member of Churches of Christ Queensland and must maintain any affiliation requirements. 3. Alteration of Rules 3.1 Subject to below, these rules may be changed, added to, or replaced by passing of the members at a SPECIAL MEMBERS MEETING. This includes a change to name. 3.2 The members must not pass a that amends these rules if passing it causes to no longer be a charity in accordance with the 3.3 Any amendment to this constitution will take effect from the date of the e specified in the resolution passing the amendment. 3.4 As is registered as a charity by the must be notified in writing of any alterations to this constitution an any amendment must be consistent governance standards. 4. Interpretation of the constitution 4.1 This constitution is in every respect subject to the authority of the Scriptures, in particular the New Testament and shall be interpreted and applied accordingly.COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Page 5 of 21 Page(s) Constitution COFC-103.8 4.2 It is intended to be practical rather than technical. The purpose is to make clear to every member the procedures to be adopted for the successful working of the member ministry might be efficient and in harmony with the rest of the erything may be done “in a fitting and orderly way” (1 Cor 14:40, NIV), and friction minimalised. 4.3 Where the constitution not being clear on any point, the GOVERNING BODY, shall interpret the constitution on that point, ensuring any interpretation is consistent with the ACNC ACT and (COFC- 104) and (COFC-204).COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Page 6 of 21 Page(s) Constitution COFC-103.8 Charitable Purposes and Not-For-Profit Status 5. Purpose 5.1 object is to pursue and exists for charitable including, but not limited to, the advancement of Biblical Christianity. Specific activities of Biblical Christianity. Specific activities of are to serve this by pursuing the following charitable i. Establishing and operating a ii. Christian ceremonies such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals at the iii. Christian education, such as, but not limited to bible studies, youth and children’s programs, iv. providing information regarding Christian beliefs and the activities of the organisation to members and the general public, v. corporate worship, for nurturing the spiritual development of members, vi. providing information regarding Christian beliefs and the activities of the organisation to members and the general public, vii. Pastoral care to members to nurture their spiritual development and, viii. other activities consistent with advancing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 5.2 may do all things that help it to achieve these accordance with this constitution. 5.3 and may only do things and use the income and assets of (including those held in trust for the association), for its charitable 5.4 must operate consistently within legal requirements for 5.5 must not distribute any income or assets, directly or indirectly, to its members except as permitted by law. 5.6 Payments to members for goods or services, benefits in carrying out charitable gifts to person in need and gifts to charitable charities are permitted if done in good faith and at fair rates and complies with Australian Federal and State laws.COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Page 7 of 21 Page(s) Constitution COFC-103.8 6. Indemnity 6.1 To the extent possible under law, members (including to be indemnified out of the assets held for the for any debts or liabilities incurred personally by a member when acting on behalf of the the member was authorised and acting in good faith. 6.2 This indemnity is continuing and enforceable even if the person is no longer a member, to the extent not otherwise indemnified. 6.3 may pay or agree to pay premiums for insurance for persons who are or have been members (including a members) against any liability incurred in their role, if considers it appropriate. 6.4 The liability of members is limited to an amount not exceeding $10 which each member must contribute if is wound up while the member is a member, or within Twelve (12) months after they stop being a member. This contribution is required to pay for the: A) debts and liabilities of the incurred before the member stopped being a member, or B) costs associated with the winding up. 7. Funds and Assets 7.1 must establish policies about the holding and management of funds and assets and who oversees them. 7.2 The sale or purchase of any real property of the transactions affecting real property used by the be approved by SPECIAL RESOLUTION at a 7.3 must satisfy any obligations that apply to the use of assets over which a trust exists. 7.4 can receive funding from: A) Donations, B) Grants, C) Fundraising, D) Rent, E) Interest and F) any other lawful sources approved by that are consistent with 8. Finances 8.1 The financial year of the is from 1 July to 30 June, unless the passes a resolution to change the financial year. 8.2 account shall be operated by any three (3) of COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Page 8 of 21 Page(s) Constitution COFC-103.8 8.3 All payments shall be made electronically unless otherwise approved by the 8.4 All electronic transactions must have dual authorisation either A) Directly to the transaction, or B) By controlled debit account, under a policy requiring dual authorisation. 8.5 shall be responsible for the preparation of an annual budget, which is presented to the at 9. Record-Keeping 9.1 are entrusted with the stewardship of the resources and shall ensure that they are directed to 9.2 must take reasonable steps to ensure that the records are kept safe. 9.3 must make and keep written financial records that: A) correctly record and explain transactions, and B) enable true and fair financial statements to be prepared and to be audited. 9.4 must also keep written records and legal governance requirements, Example but not limited to: A) Blue cards B) Minutes of meetings C) Membership records D) Accounts 9.5 must retain its records for at least seven years, or as otherwise required by the or any other laws that may apply (for example, taxation, Child safety laws). 9.6 The financial records shall be reviewed annually by a qualified, independent party, with the financial reports provided at and kept for the required period of time to meet external affiliation requirements. 10. Contracts 10.1 As an unincorporated association, the association cannot enter into contracts in its own name but only in the collective names of three (3) or more individuals appointed by the GOVERNING BODY. Where appropriate, may act in this capacity - particularly in relation to trust property held on behalf of the - provided such actions are consistent with Constitution and subject to its indemnity provisions. 10.2 The appointed individuals must be a current members. 10.3 An appointed member who vacates their position must be replaced by a current member.COFC-103.8 - Constitution © Copyright Chinchilla Church of Christ 2026 Page 9 of 21 Page(s) Constitution COFC-103.8 11. Property 11.1 property is held in trust for the in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution 11.2 The Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer shall be appointed as trust property officers.Next >