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Unity of the Valley Bylaws
As recommended by the Association of Unity Churches
Updated 6-11-09, Approved 7/5/09, Adopted 3/13/11
ARTICLE I – Name
The name of this organization shall be Unity of the Valley.
ARTICLE II - Purpose
Section 1. Statement of Purpose. The purpose of Unity of the Valley, an Oregon corporation, is to teach and be a living expression of the universal spiritual principles of Truth and Love as revealed and demonstrated by Jesus and other enlightened wayshowers and interpreted by Unity and the Association of Unity Churches International, a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the state of Georgia with headquarters at Lee’s Summit, Missouri, hereinafter referred to as the Association.
Section 2. Accomplishment of Purpose. To accomplish this purpose, Unity of the Valley shall conduct services of worship, provide classes of instruction, and administrate the ministry in ways that are consistent with said purpose.
Section 3. Association of Unity Churches International. Unity of the Valley shall be a vital part of the worldwide Unity movement and a member of the Association of Unity Churches International. Any member of this ministry may call upon the resources and support of the Association through its senior minister or co-ministers, Board of Trustees, staff, or through direct communication with the Association.
In the spirit of cooperation, the operation and conduct of this ministry shall comply with the regulations and policies of the Association as outlined in the Association Bylaws, insofar as they do not conflict with the laws of the State of Oregon.
A. Participation. This ministry may have its voice heard and its wishes expressed in the membership meetings of the Association, and its members may participate in workshops, seminars, and classes designed to encourage and foster their spiritual development and that of the ministry.
B. Resources. This ministry can benefit from its membership in the Association and its corresponding region through direct support, materials, and coaching regarding organization, finances, music, adult and youth education, church growth programs, ethics compliance, and other topics related to church function.
C. Leadership. This ministry shall have as its leader an ordained or licensed Unity minister(s) approved for ministry employment by the Association or a person serving under special dispensation approved by the Association. For the purpose of these bylaws, the term “minister” shall include a person serving under special dispensation of the Association.
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D. Teaching. The universal spiritual principles of Truth and Love as revealed and demonstrated by Jesus and other enlightened wayshowers shall be taught through this ministry in alignment with the Association and Unity School.
E. Reports. The ministry shall make annual reports to the Association as required.
ARTICLE III - Office and Official Records
Section 1. Principal Office. The principal executive office of the corporation will be fixed by the Board of Trustees. Said office shall be in the County of Lane, State of Oregon, or at such other place within the State of Oregon as the Board of Trustees hereafter shall designate. The Corporation may also have offices at such other place or places, as the Board of Trustees may from time to time designate. [NOTE: Governments commonly require designation of the principal office of a corporation, at which legal service can be made.]
Section 2. Official Records. Records of membership, finances, donation, corporate minutes, and other records required by law or as designated by the Board of Trustees shall be maintained at the principal office of the corporation. Confidential documents are available only for use by the minister(s), board members, or designated professional staff. Other documents are available to active members upon request.
ARTICLE IV - Members
Section 1. Qualifications. A member of Unity of the Valley will endeavor to live in accord with the universal spiritual principles of Truth and Love as revealed and demonstrated by Jesus and other enlightened wayshowers and further the work of this ministry through active service, love, support, and membership.
Section 2. Becoming a Member.
Anyone desiring membership in Unity of the Valley shall submit an Application for Membership form to the Ministry office. The applicant shall attend a required orientation class and membership ceremony before being accepted as a member. All Staff ministers and licensed Unity teachers are considered members of this Ministry.
Section 3. Types of Membership.
There shall be two types of members of this ministry, active and inactive. Active members have full membership rights and may participate and vote in any membership meeting. Inactive members cannot serve on the Board of Trustees or vote at any membership meeting.
A. Active Membership.
1. New Members. After becoming a new member, each member shall have voting rights at all membership meetings up through and including the next regularly scheduled annual membership meeting after joining the church. 3
2. Existing Members. To retain active membership rights, each member must complete and return to the church a yearly membership renewal card as approved by the Board of Trustees. If no current membership renewal card is on file prior to the annual membership meeting, that person becomes an inactive member. If a member is inactive for two (2) years or more, their name will be dropped form the mailing list until such time an inactive member reinstates active membership status.
B. Reinstatement of Inactive Membership.
1. Reinstatement. A member who has become inactive and wishes to return to active status must fill out a membership renewal card or document approved by the Board of Trustees in order to be reinstated as an active member. In order to vote at a membership meeting such members must renew membership at least six (6) weeks before a membership meeting.
C. Removal of Membership for Cause. A member may be removed for cause by the Board of Trustees. Prior to any vote concerning removal, the member in question must be notified by certified mail at least ten (10) days prior to the Board of Trustees meeting of the charges that may lead to removal of membership and thereafter be given an opportunity for a hearing before the board. A consensus of the Board of Trustees shall be required for removal of membership provided that the senior minister or co-ministers are in agreement with this action.
Section 4. Rights of Active Members. Each active member of Unity of the Valley shall have the following rights:
A. Enter into discussion at any membership meeting
B. To vote at any membership meeting at which the member is present;
C. Serve on ministry teams (hereafter referred to simply as “teams”);
D. Offer suggestions to the minister(s) or Board of Trustees as may seem advisable for the good of this ministry;
E. Contact the Association regional representative or the Association directly for guidance, support, or information on available resources; and suggest to the Board of Trustees the participation of an Association representative at annual or special membership meetings;
F. Participate in all general activities and programs of the ministry. 4
ARTICLE V - Meetings
Section 1. Annual Meetings. There shall be an annual membership meeting conducted according to Roberts Rules of Order.
A. Date and Location of Annual Meeting. The annual membership meeting shall be held at the principal executive office of the ministry on a Sunday in February at a time established by agreement between the senior minister or co-ministers and Board of Trustees.
B. Notice. Written notice stating the date, time, and place of the annual meeting will be mailed to all active members at least ten (10) days in advance of the meeting and shall be posted in the church in a prominent location, and included in the Sunday bulletin at least two (2) weeks in advance of the meeting.
C. Quorum. Those active members present will constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at any annual membership meeting.
D. Presiding Officer. The President of the Board of Trustees shall serve as the presiding officer of the annual membership meeting.
E. Participation. All active members have the right to make motions, discuss, and vote during annual meetings. Association representatives have a right to speak when they have been invited by the senior minister or co-ministers, or the Board of Trustees, or by request in writing by ten (10) active members.
F. Voting. Unless otherwise provided in these bylaws, a majority vote, of the active members present and voting will be necessary for approval or disapproval of the action being voted upon. Proxy, absentee, or electronic (Internet, email, fax, etc.) voting is not allowed.
G. Purpose. The purpose of the annual membership meetings is to:
1. Elect members to the Board of Trustees;
2. Approve proposed changes and/ or amendments to these bylaws;
3. Approve by a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote any expenditure regarding the sale, pledge, or proposed financing of real property belonging to this ministry that exceeds twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) or 25% of the previous year’s income, which ever is greater;
4. Elect an active member and an alternate, to serve on the Nominating Team;
5. Override any action of the Board of Trustees provided that notice of the action to be voted upon is submitted to all active members in writing ten (10) days prior to the meeting and is approved by a three-fourths (3/4ths) vote;
6. Remove by a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote any or all trustee(s) from the Board of Trustees; and
7. Vote on any matters officially brought to the attention of the membership.
H. Prayer. In any annual membership meeting, the Board President, minister(s), and Association of Unity Churches International Representative, or any member may request that action on an item of business be suspended while the membership enters into a time of prayer on the issue. Upon such request the President will provide a period of prayer and silence.
I. Childcare. At all membership meetings, the church shall provide childcare for all ages. 5
Section 2. Special Membership Meeting.
A. Requesting Special Meetings. Any time the affairs of this ministry warrant, a special membership meeting may be requested by the senior minister or co-ministers; a majority vote of the entire number of trustees currently serving on the Board of Trustees; or a member submitting a written request to the Board, with a petition having been signed by ten percent (10%) of the membership. The Board shall call a meeting within thirty (30) days on behalf of the requesting party.
B. Calling Special Meetings. Upon receiving proper request for a special membership meeting, the President of the Board of Trustees shall call the meeting on behalf of the requesting party within thirty (30) days of the receipt of the request. The location, notice, quorum, presiding officer, participation, voting, and prayer provisions for special membership meetings shall be the same as those for annual meetings.
C. Special Meeting Business. The purpose for the special meeting shall be stated both in written request and written notice to the active members at least two (2) weeks prior to the meeting. Business conducted at a special meeting shall be limited to the pre-stated purpose(s) given in the meeting notice.
Section 3. Peacekeeping.
A. Any ten (10) active members may request peacemaking services by notifying the President of the Association of Unity Churches in writing, with copies to the Unity of the Valley Board of Trustees and Minister(s). Upon receipt of a request for assistance from ten or more active members to the President or designee of the Association of Unity Churches, said person will confer with the Unity of the Valley Minister(s) and/or Regional Representative to evaluate whether further action is required.
ARTICLE VI – Board of Trustees
Section 1. Membership. The Board of Trustees shall be composed of the senior minister or co-ministers and no fewer than six (6) other trustees elected from among the active membership of Unity of the Valley at the annual membership meeting. [NOTE: Churches with fifty (50) members or less may choose to have less than six (6) trustees, but no fewer than three (3) trustees.]
Section 2. Term of Office. Elected trustees will hold office for two (2) years, or until their successors have been elected and assume office. Trustees elected at any annual membership meeting shall take office at the conclusion of the annual membership meeting at which they were elected. No elected trustee will serve more than two consecutive terms without an interval of one year between terms. Any person who serves on the board more than half of a term shall be credited with having served a full term.
Section 3. Prohibition of Service. The following persons are prohibited from serving on the Board of Trustees:
• any active licensed Unity teacher;
• relatives, significant others or household members of any board member or licensed Unity teacher;
• individuals receiving compensation from the ministry with the exception of the senior minister or co-ministers;
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• relatives, significant others, or household members of any individual receiving compensation from the ministry.
• Relative to this entire section of the bylaws, exceptions can be made by a consensus vote of all unaffected board members, notwithstanding any other provisions of the bylaws or board policies.
Section 4. Regular Board Meetings. Regular meetings of the Board of Trustees will be held at the principal executive offices of this ministry on a designated Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise stated by the board.
Section 5. Special Board Meetings. Special meetings of the board will be called by the President of the Board if requested by the senior minister or co-ministers; if requested by two or more trustees; or if the President of the Board deems it necessary. Any request for a special board meeting shall be made in writing to the Board Secretary. All current board members, including the senior minister or co-ministers, shall be given notice of any special board meeting at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting unless they were in attendance when the meeting was scheduled.
Section 6. Quorum. A majority of the total number of trustees currently serving shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
Section 7. Vote by Consensus. Board decisions shall be arrived at by consensus unless otherwise specified in the bylaws.
Section 8. Minister(s) Attendance. The senior minister or co-ministers has/have the right to attend all board meetings, with the exception of those meetings or portions thereof that pertain to determinations of the minister’s salary and/or review of the ministers work record.
Section 9. Prayer. It is important that in addition to adhering to the normal procedures for legal functioning set forth in these bylaws, that the universal spiritual principles taught by Unity be utilized in the handling of decisions before the Board of Trustees. During the discussion of an item of business any trustee may request time for prayer about an issue. Upon such request the President shall provide a period of prayer and silence.
Section 10. Duties and Responsibilities of the Board of Trustees. As representatives of the membership, the Board of Trustees shall:
A. Uphold the spiritual purpose of this ministry as stated in Article II, Section 1 of these bylaws;
B. Uphold the highest best interests of the membership in conducting the business of this ministry;
C. Be conversant with these bylaws and establish policy for the operation of this ministry;
D. Be faithful in attendance at services as well as board and membership meetings of this ministry;
E. Determine the business needs of this ministry and authorize payment of funds for those purposes;
F. Administer the real and personal property of this ministry; 7
G. Make decisions regarding the sale, pledge, or proposed financing of real property belonging to this ministry provided that all decisions concerning the sale, pledge, or proposed financing of real property exceeding twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) or twenty-five percent (25%) of the previous year’s income, which ever is greater shall be presented to the membership at a properly constituted membership meeting for final approval;
H. Employ a licensed or ordained Unity minister(s) through cooperation with the employment management procedures of the Association of Unity Churches International;
I. After a ministry and its senior minister or co-ministers have sought to reconcile differences and cooperated with the procedures and guidance of the Association, the Board of Trustees may terminate the employment of a senior minister or co-ministers by consensus, or if a consensus cannot be reached within two (2) board meetings, a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote;
J. As recommended by the senior minister or co-ministers, approve staff positions and authorize funds for their compensation;
K. Establish the dates for the beginning and ending of the fiscal year;
L. Cause to be prepared each year a complete financial statement with disclosures that will set forth the financial conditions and operations of the ministry;
M. Secure theft and dishonesty insurance for persons handling church funds;
N. Approve applicants for membership;
O. Fill the unexpired term of any trustee;
P. Elect officers of the board and their successors to fill any unexpired term when necessary;
Q. Create such teams as needed to support the functions and responsibilities of the board;
R. Advise the President of the Board on appointments to teams;
S. Attend and actively participate in ongoing board education programs;
T. Consider other issues brought to their attention by the minister or members of the board;
U. Keep or cause to be kept an accurate record of active and inactive members, and provide for the mailing of yearly membership renewal cards to all active and inactive members (who have been
inactive for two (2) years or fewer);
V. Keep or cause to be kept accurate records of gifts to the ministry in compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations;
W. Issue or cause to be issued necessary 1099 and W-2 forms in compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations; 8
X. Acknowledge or cause to be acknowledged in writing contributions in compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations;
Y. Secure or cause to be secured liability insurance for all Board of Trustee members and minister(s); and
Z. Take such other actions as may be deemed necessary for the best interests of this ministry,
including seeking Association assistance in the event of a dispute adversely affecting the ministry.
Section 11. Nomination and Election.
A. Qualifications. To be eligible to be elected to the Board of Trustees, a person must be an active member of Unity of the Valley. In addition candidates for election shall endeavor to live in accordance with the universal spiritual principles of Truth and Love as revealed and demonstrated by Jesus and other enlightened wayshowers; work to further the purposes of this ministry through active service, love, and support; be a sincere and continuing student of Unity always remaining conversant with its teachings; and shall have demonstrated leadership capabilities.
B. Nominating Ministry Team.
1. Selection. A Nominating Team will be formed at least three months prior to the annual membership meeting. The Team will consist of the senior minister or co-ministers and three active members selected in the following manner:
a. At the annual membership meeting, the membership shall from among the active membership of the ministry select one member and one alternate to serve on the Nominating Team for the following year’s election. In the event the person elected to serve becomes unavailable, the alternate shall serve. If the alternate also becomes unavailable to serve, the board will elect a person from among the active members who is not a current member of the board to fill the vacancy.
b. The board will select one of its trustees to serve on the Nominating Team at the October board meeting.
c. Together with the senior minister or co-ministers, the above two (2) Team members will select a third (3rd) person from among the active members to serve on the Nominating Team. One (1) of the Nominating Team members other than the minister, will be appointed Chairperson.
d. In the event of an interim board, the Nominating Team shall complete its selection process within thirty (30) days from the establishment of the interim board.
2. Duties and Responsibilities. The Nominating Team will initiate a search for at least four (4) qualified candidates for nomination as members of the Board of Trustees. The names of the nominees shall be posted at the church at least ten (10) days prior to the annual membership meeting.
C. Nomination Procedure. The presiding officer of the annual membership meeting shall: 9
1. Read Article VI, Section 10A (qualifications) and 10D (election procedure) of these bylaws just prior beginning the process of nomination and election;
2. Call upon the Chairperson of the Nominating Team to offer the Ministry Team’s nominations;
Nominations from the membership may be submitted to the chair person of the Nominating Team no later than two (2) weeks prior to the annual meeting.
D. Election Procedure. At the annual meeting, there will be four (4) nominees for Board of Trustees. The four (4) nominees will be elected by the active membership through a ballot of approval. Each nominee will serve a two (2) year term.
Section 12. Vacancy and Replacement.
A. Vacancy. The office of a trustee may be vacated by any of the following means:
1. The resignation of the trustee (any trustee may resign at any time).
2. The board voting for the removal of a trustee due to absences from three successive regular board meetings. Absences may be excused by the board upon written request.
3. The board voting for the removal of a trustee because of a failure to fulfill the duties of
the office as specified in Section 4.03 (c) [Duties] these bylaws.
4. The active membership voting for removal of a trustee because of failure to fulfill the
duties of the office as specified in these bylaws,
5. If two serving board members enter into a romantic relationship, both shall inform the board and resign their trustee positions at the next board meeting
B. Replacement. Trustees may be replaced by any of the following means:
1. Should a vacancy occur among the elected members of the Board of Trustees, the board members present at the next regular board meeting shall select, by consensus, a qualified replacement to fulfill the term. No replacement will have served as a trustee during the year prior to their election.
2. If resignations on the board have brought the number of trustees to less than a quorum, a Nominating Team will submit a slate of qualified nominees to the membership to fill the
vacancies at a special membership meeting.
3. If more than fifty-percent (50%) of the Board of Trustees is recalled by the membership, the entire Board of Trustees must be recalled.
4. If the entire Board of Trustees is recalled by the membership, then the membership may re-elect
recalled trustees. The number re-elected must be less than fifty-percent (50%) of the recalled
trustees.
C. Interim Board. If the entire Board of Trustees has been recalled, or a quorum does not exist, the active church membership may choose to elect an interim board whose term of office will not exceed sixty (60) days, during which time a Nominating Team will be formed composed of the Nominating Team member elected at the last annual meeting, the minister, an interim board member (who together shall select an active member from the congregation to serve as chair). The Nominating Team shall meet to nominate candidates to serve on the permanent board of trustees. These nominees shall then be elected at a special membership meeting within sixty (60) days of the formation of the interim board. 10
Section 13. Board of Trustees Officers & Their Duties. The officers of the Board of Trustees shall be a President, a Vice President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. All officers will be selected in a manner determined by the board at the first board meeting after the annual meeting or at a special meeting called for the purpose of selecting officers. The term of office shall be one year or until successors are elected.
A. President. The president shall preside at all Board of Trustees meetings; preside at all membership meetings; appoint members of any team with the advice of the board; serve at will as a member of any team except the Nominating Team; sign such papers and documents upon proper authorization as may be necessary; and be responsible for the planning of board orientation, retreats, and workshops.
B. Vice President. The Vice President shall assist the President in the performance of that officer’s duties; perform all the duties of the President of the board in the absence of the President; and succeed to the office of President in case the office of the President becomes vacant. In such a case, a new Vice President will be elected from among the remaining trustees to fill the remainder of the unexpired term.
C. Secretary. The Secretary shall keep, or cause to be kept, an accurate record of the minutes of all board and membership meetings; hold in custody and be responsible for all reports, contracts, other legal papers, and the meeting minute books which will be kept at the principal executive office of the ministry at all times or in such other depository as prescribed by the board; attend to all official business as directed by the board; keep or cause to be kept accurate active and inactive membership lists; and send or cause to be sent yearly membership renewal cards to all active or inactive members.
D. Treasurer. The treasurer shall be custodian of all funds belonging to this ministry; pay out or cause to be paid out funds authorized by the board; keep, or cause to be kept, a record of all financial transactions; submit a monthly financial report at each regular board meeting; submit a financial report covering the last complete fiscal year to the annual membership meeting; account for, or cause to be accounted for by the appointment of qualified persons, all funds received; and be responsible to assure that they are deposited in accounts authorized by the board. When counting ministry funds there should be at least two (2) persons present.
ARTICLE VII – Administration, Management and Leadership
Section 1. Administration. The administration of Unity of the Valley shall be vested in the senior minister or co-ministers as the administrative director(s), and the Board of Trustees elected from the membership.
Section 2. Minister(s).
A. Senior Minister or Co-ministers. The senior minister or co-ministers will be duly licensed or ordained Unity minister(s).
1. Duties. As the spiritual leader(s) of this ministry, the senior minister or co-ministers will be responsible for the scheduling, conduct, and content of services, classes, and all other activities that further the purpose of this ministry. As administrative director(s), the minister(s) shall: 11
a. Be responsible for the complete functioning of this ministry, including the hiring and termination of all employees including associate or assistant ministers;
b. Serve as voting member(s) of the Board of Trustees on all matters except their own employment, or that of their successor(s);
c. Create teams related to these duties;
d. Appoint the members of such teams;
e. Serve at will as a member of any teams;
f. Be responsible for seeking the Association’s assistance in the event of a dispute adversely affecting the ministry.
2. Selection. The Board of Trustees shall select the senior minister or co-ministers following the employment procedures for ministerial personnel of the Association.
3. Compensation. The compensation of the senior minister or co-ministers employed by this ministry shall be set by the Board of Trustees.
4. Vacancy. Should a vacancy occur in the office of the Minister, the Board of Trustees shall communicate with the Executive Director of the Association and request a list of applicants for the position. The position of a Minister may be vacated by any of the following actions:
(1) Resignation, or
(2) Termination: after the congregation and Senior Minister or co-Ministers have cooperated with the Conflict Resolution procedures of the Association, the Board of Trustees may terminate the employment of the Senior Minister or Co-Ministers by consensus or if a consensus cannot be reached within two (2) board meetings, termination by a two-thirds (2/3) vote.
B. Associate and/or Assistant Ministers. Associate and/or Assistant Minister(s) will be duly licensed or ordained Unity Minister(s) who function(s) with less responsibility than the Senior Minister or Co-Ministers.
1. Duties. The Associate and/or Assistant Minister(s) will perform the duties and fulfill the responsibilities assigned them by the Senior or co-Ministers.
Compensation. To the extent funded by the board, the compensation of the Associate
and/or Assistant Minister(s) shall be fixed by the Senior Minister or co-Minister(s).
Section 3. Definitions.
A. A Unity Ministry. A member ministry in the Association of Unity Churches International recognized by the Association will have a duly ordained or licensed Unity Minister, or a person serving under special dispensation as its Spiritual Leader. (For additional criteria, contact the Association of Unity Churches International office.)12
B. Senior Minister. A Unity minister duly ordained or licensed [or serving under special dispensation] by the Association of Unity Churches International (or Unity School of Christianity prior to July 1, 1966), who assumes the spiritual and administrative leadership role in a member ministry. This leader works in conjunction with the Board of Trustees of the member ministry, and is to oversee the education, all aspects of worship services, healing, counseling, prayer, administrative, fellowship, and community outreach activities of the ministry.
C. Co-Minister. In shared partnership ministries, a Unity minister duly ordained or licensed by the Association of Unity Churches International (or Unity School of Christianity prior to July 1, 1966), who equally assumes the spiritual and administrative leadership role with another co-minister in a member ministry. These leaders work in conjunction with the Board of Trustees of the member ministry, and oversee the education, all aspects of worship services, healing, counseling, prayer, administrative, fellowship, and community outreach activities of the ministry.
D. Associate Minister. In ministries with more than one minister, a Unity minister duly ordained or licensed by the Association of Unity Churches International (or Unity School of Christianity prior to July 1, 1966), serving in a member ministry. The Associate Minister may be equal in ability, but functions with less responsibility than the Senior Minister. The Associate Minister reports to the Senior Minister, who determines the scope of the associate’s responsibilities.
E. Assistant Minister. In ministries with more than one minister, a Unity minister duly ordained or licensed by the Association of Unity Churches International (or Unity School of Christianity prior to July 1, 1966), serving in a member ministry. The skills and/or experience of the Assistant Minister may be less than those of the Senior Minister. The assistant may be placed in a specialized service area of the ministry, i.e., pastoral visitation, or administrative support. The skills of the assistant are, therefore allowed to develop for a more comprehensive range of ministry service of the assistant, and the ministry.
ARTICLE VIII - Ministry Teams
With the exception of the Nominating Team, teams for any specific purpose may be appointed by the President of the Board or the senior minister or co-ministers for their respective areas of responsibility. Ratification by a consensus of the Board is required.
Article IX - Dissolution
In the event that this corporation is dissolved, all property and funds remaining after the payment of the debts of the corporation will be delivered to the Association of Unity Churches International, a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Georgia, for religious and educational purposes. Such funds or property will be for the use and benefit of the Association as may be determined by the Board of Trustees of the Association, in alignment with current policies and procedures. The Association will make available according to its current policies and procedures, funds for the reestablishment of a Unity ministry in Eugene, Oregon. Should the Association no longer exist, any assets remaining of this corporation after dissolution will be disposed of by a court of competent jurisdiction of the County in which the principal executive offices of the corporation are then located and shall be used exclusively for such purposes or distributed to such organization or organizations, as said court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for purposes set out in Section 5.01(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. 13
ARTICLE X – Parliamentary Authority
The rules contained in the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall govern the meetings of this corporation in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws and any special rules of order the corporation may adopt.
ARTICLE XI – Amendment of Bylaws
Amendments to these Bylaws must be made by voting members of this Corporation at a legally constituted membership meeting. Written notice setting forth the proposed amendments must be available at the church at least ten (10) days prior to the required membership meeting. An affirmative vote of seventy-five percent (75%) of all members present and voting shall be necessary to pass any amendment to these Bylaws. These Bylaws fully supersede all previous Bylaws adopted by Unity of the Valley.
_________/s/ Alison Cantril_____________
Attest—Secretary
March 13, 2011
Date of Adoption or Revision
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