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To Be or Not To Be a CMC. Definition and Function Benefits Challenges Opportunities. COMPASSIONATE MINISTRY CENTERS. Church-sponsored non-profit organizations created to provide a separate board structure and fundraising base from which to provide ministries of compassion. Benefits of CMC.
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To Be or Not To Bea CMC Definition and Function Benefits Challenges Opportunities
COMPASSIONATEMINISTRY CENTERS • Church-sponsored non-profit organizations created to provide a separate board structure and fundraising base from which to provide ministries of compassion.
Benefits of CMC • While the CMC designation is not a legal connection with the Church of the Nazarene nor NCM, Inc., it is nevertheless expected and understood that CMCs are in harmony with the mission of the denomination.
Benefits of CMC • Shields the church from liability • Funding opportunities • Through church sponsored giving • Faith-based charitable choice • Organizations (e.g. United Way, etc) • Evangelism lived out
Challenges of CMC • Organizational Structure • Articulating Mission/Vision • Creating a Board • Clarifying Financial Structures • Recruiting & Managing Personnel • Full-time/Part-time • Paid vs. Volunteers
Opportunities for CMC’s • Possibilities are endless • Look for opportunities for Community Partnerships • Builds Community Development • Provides an additional place for Christian service