Article Nine (○) of the Church Constitution states in-ter alia: “That the Church in its discharge of its mission in the world to preach the word and the administration of purely religious ordinances, also believes that it is entrusted with not only the souls of men but also with their bodies and minds and Of hence claims the right, as it shall see fit to undertake educational, medical or charitable work for the of all who desire its help; and declares its willingness to co-operate with the government and the mental, physical and moral welfare welfare of the whole whole community.”
On human Justice, the church believes that Jesus Christ is the Lord and King of Kings that the world is under His power and judgement and while believing in the power of earthly states, in so far as these are the instruments of God for restraining the evil doers and administering justice, also believes that Government and states are also subject to the same judgement of God who rewards the righteous.
The Church believes and teaches that the power of the creature cannot supersede that of the Creator.
The Church encourages citizens to participate in human politics because God’s kingdom has room for
human rule. The Church acts as against injustice and government excesses in violation of human
Rights.
OBJECTIVES OF THE JPRC
- To work for justice and to bring about a true spirit of nationalism, collaboration and co-existence.
- Studying and investigating all social, economic and political issues that are likely to negatively affect the Church and Community at any given time and take the appropriate action.
- Conservation and protection of the environment since God is the creator and owner of all things and has appointed people to be stewards of creation and get from it the resources to meet their daily needs. The earth is the Lord’s and the fulless thereof, the world and they who dwell in it (Psalms 24).
- To challenge the Kenyan Society whenever on wherever i departs from standards expected ofajust society.
- To act as the conscience of the society and endenvour to promote and protect the observance of human rights and demoeratie development in the country at large.
- To liaison with Non- Governmental Organization (NGO) and other groups whose objective bear similarity in their approach.
- To plan and arrange seminars and workshops to equip Church members on the government policies in order to make a positive contribution towards the implementation of such policies.
- Being impartial at all times and to be seen to be so in word, view, conduct, sign or otherwise on political matters.
- To apply for accreditation to the IEBC whenever needed by the Church.
- To work out annual budget and fundraising to finance its plans.
THE PARISH COMMITTEE
- The Chairperson
- The Vice- chairperson
- The Secretary
- The Assistant Secretary
- The Treasurer
- The Parish Minister, ex- officio
- The Kirk Session representative
- The three (3) o fficials from each Congregation ie the Chairperson, Secretary and the
- Treasurer
- Co-opted members not exceeding 1/3 of committee members
