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Columbus Center for Spiritual Living<\/p>\n

Organizational Design Model INTRODUCTION<\/p>\n

The Center for Spiritual Living Organizational Design Model is a living, breathing design, open to further interpretation and refinement based upon both the unfolding vision of our Center, and consensus-building discussions within the leadership and community as a whole.<\/p>\n

GLOBAL HEART VISION AND MISSION<\/p>\n

the Columbus Center for Spiritual Living deeply embraces the Global Heart Vision and Mission. The Global Heart Vision inspires and infuses Columbus CSL\u2019s Organizational Design Model and sets the stage for the development of our Purpose and Mission. United Centers\u2019 Mission articulates our role in service to the manifestation and demonstration of this high vision.<\/p>\n

GLOBAL HEART VISION<\/p>\n

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  1. We envision the emergence of the Global Heart to balance and guide the further evolution of humanity.<\/li>\n
  2. We see a world free of homelessness, violence, war, hunger, separation and disenfranchisement.<\/li>\n
  3. We see a world in which there is generous and continuous sharing of heart and resources. We envision a world in which forgiveness, whether for errors, injustices, or debts, is the norm.<\/li>\n
  4. We see a world in which borders are irrelevant.<\/li>\n
  5. We see a world which has renewed its emphasis on beauty, nature and love through a\n

    resurgence of creativity, art, and aesthetics.<\/li>\n

  6. We see a world in which fellowship prospers and connects through the guidance of spiritual\n

    wisdom and experience.<\/li>\n

  7. We envision a world in which we live and grow as One Human Family.<\/li>\n
  8. We envision United Centers for Spiritual Living as a bridge across the illness and illusion of\n

    separation thereby dynamically empowering the vision of Global Heart.<\/li>\n

  9. We envision United Centers for Spiritual Living as united and actuated by this compelling\n

    vision of a healthy world (a world experiencing Global Heart) and is ardently committed to bringing this vision forth through its ministries and transformative teaching.<\/p>\n

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    10. We see United Centers for Spiritual Living as a global community of people pervasively caring for and about each other and the entire human family, thereby bringing the gift of active compassion to the world. Our local churches and communities become “points of inspiration and influence” effectively advancing the vision of Global Heart.<\/p>\n

    OUR MISSION: “AWAKENING THROUGH SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY”<\/p>\n

    United Centers for Spiritual Living experiences and manifests the truth of Oneness through the demonstration and development of Spiritual Community. We experience being one community with many locations.<\/p>\n

    The “glue” for our Spiritual Community is our shared commitment to spirituality, love, vision, community service, education, integrity, financial health, caring, and compassion. We make our decisions and guide our growth by continuous sensitivity to the unfolding vision of God for our community and by devotion to our shared values and guiding principles.<\/p>\n

    We convey a way of life based on spiritual practices that builds spiritual community globally. Every center, church or aspect of our Spiritual Community serves as a point of inspiration and dynamic influence for the vision of Global Heart, and we further express our vision through compassionate service to our members and to the world.<\/p>\n

    Our vital and growing Spiritual Community fuels an expanded awareness of our transformative teaching throughout the world. As we communicate “New Thought – Ancient Wisdom” through the teachings of Science of Mind and Spirit, we further the experience of a “universal spirituality” bridging all peoples, cultures, nations and faiths.<\/p>\n

    The richness of our expression of Spiritual Community cultivates leaders, not just followers. We bring forth an enlightened citizenry and generate an abundant flow of spiritual leaders in service to the transformation of our world.<\/p>\n

    GUIDING PRINCIPLES<\/p>\n

    To support Columbus Center for Spiritual Living\u2019s continuing unfoldment through vision, we adopt United Center for Spiritual Living\u2019s Guiding Principles during the developmental phase of our own:<\/p>\n

    SPIRITUAL MIND TREATMENT AND VISIONING
    \nTo anchor our expression of spirituality, we value an emphasis upon spiritual mind treatment and meditation for spiritual connection, along with the practices of visioning and co-creation for spiritual insight to reveal our pathway.<\/p>\n

    LEADERS AS VISION FACILITATORS
    \nLeadership at all levels is centered on the facilitation of the Vision and the ever-unfolding pathway revealed through continued visioning practices. Rather than “Lone Rangers” advancing their personal opinions and preferences, our leaders participate in discerning the pathway for the<\/p>\n

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    unfoldment of our vision and facilitate progress along that pathway. Furthermore, our leadership involves as many as possible in service to the vision and continually cultivates more leaders.<\/p>\n

    CONGRUENCE
    \nColumbus Center for Spiritual Living embraces an all-pervading dedication to living out our values and principles and to advancing our Vision and Mission in every way possible and at all levels of our community. Simply put, our community and its members “walk our talk,” in dedication to expressing a living embodiment of our Vision\/Mission and of our teaching. We are demonstrating and actualizing our Vision and our possibilities.<\/p>\n

    ACCOUNTABILITY
    \nBy means of rigorous dedication to our values and guiding principles, we manifest a natural accountability for our commitments, actions, and community participation. We are thoroughly principled and constructive.<\/p>\n

    TEAMWORK
    \nAt all levels, we work together to achieve our goals and to develop an ever richer, more involved and impactful Community.<\/p>\n

    OPEN COMMUNICATION
    \nInformation and insights flow openly and dynamically in this new Community, enhancing creativity, engendering a sense of inclusion, and nurturing the efficient resolution of misunderstandings or conflict.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    SHARED VALUES OF UNITED CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Spirituality Financial Health Integrity
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    Safety
    \nDiversity and Inclusivity Vision
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    Prosperity Community Service Compassion Education<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    SHARED VALUES OF COLUMBUS CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING As articulated by the Community in retreat in September of 2008:<\/p>\n

    Love Service Community Truth Spiritual Practice Transformation Empowerment<\/p>\n

    As the vision for Columbus Center for Spiritual Living continues to be revealed, the mission, vision and purpose for our Spiritual Community will be incorporated into this document.<\/p>\n

    IMPLEMENTATION STRUCTURE<\/p>\n

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    The Organizational Design Model calls for a uniquely organic and fluid implementation structure. Rather than a rigid hierarchical organizational structure, this model is based on spheres of influence and communication, and the use of Cores of the gifted and talented.<\/p>\n

    The implementation structure includes:<\/p>\n

    Leadership of the Community<\/p>\n

    Leadership for the Center for Spiritual Living is provided through the Community Spiritual Leader, the C.O.R.E. Council, the Stewardship Core, the Vision Core and the Nominating Core.<\/p>\n

    Community Spiritual Leader (CSL)<\/p>\n

    This position is held by the Senior Minister who is the primary vision caster and vision keeper for the Center for Spiritual Living by articulating and furthering Center for Spiritual Living\u2019s Purpose and Mission. Working in conjunction with the leadership and implementation structure, the CSL brings spiritual wisdom, charisma, purpose and light to the community. While having a general area of implementation within the Center for Spiritual Living, the CSL functions as a spokesperson in the greater community and the world, and provides visibility and presence at major community events. The CSL promotes the formation of strategic alliances and community projects with organizations aligned with the Center\u2019s Purpose, Mission and the Vision.<\/p>\n

    Community Spiritual Leader\u2019s Responsibilities: 1. Spiritual leadership
    \n2. Preaching and teaching
    \n3. Pastoral Care<\/p>\n

    4. Services, Sunday and special services
    \n5. Ministry of Prayer and Practitioners
    \n6. Education, youth and adult
    \n7. Administration \u2013 day-to-day, and supervision 8. Public relations<\/p>\n

    ELECTED AND APPOINTED CORES:<\/p>\n

    C.O.R.E. Council<\/p>\n

    Purpose: The C.O.R.E. Council serves a function similar, but not identical to, a corporate Board of Trustees. Its responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<\/p>\n

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    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Receive input from all Cores and areas of the Center and synthesize it into a clear direction and operational plan;<\/li>\n
    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Prioritize, coordinate, and apply resources;<\/li>\n
    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Monitor overall health and unfoldment of the Center;<\/li>\n
    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Serve as communication hub;<\/li>\n
    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Act as final decision-making body for Columbus Center for Spiritual Living.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      4. Public relations
      \n5. Policy and procedures
      \n6. Representation of congregants<\/p>\n

      Composition: Up to nine (9) members \u2013 6 elected, 2 ex officio, and 1 by appointment
      \n1 Community Spiritual Leader (ex officio)
      \n1 Business Administrator (ex officio)
      \n1 Vision Core Chair or Representative (elected to Vision Core; appointed by<\/p>\n

      Community Spiritual Leader to C.O.R.E. Council) 6 Lay Persons and Practitioners (elected)<\/p>\n

      Election: By community members at the Annual Meeting from a slate prepared by the Nominating Core.<\/p>\n

      Terms of Service: Elected and appointed positions will have a three-year term of service. For elected positions, one consecutive re-election is possible. Initial term limits are defined in Article 18 of the bylaws.<\/p>\n

      Chair and Vice Chair: The Chair and Vice Chair are elected by the C.O.R.E. Council from within its elected membership for a term of one year, with two successive re-elections possible. To serve as Chair, the candidate may not have a close relative concurrently serving as either Vision or Nominating Core Chair.<\/p>\n

      Qualifications<\/p>\n

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      • \uf0b7 \u00a0Center for Spiritual Living Charter Membership or Membership for a minimum of three\n

        months at the time of election;<\/li>\n

      • \uf0b7 \u00a0Successful completion of the Foundations accredited class at the time of election;<\/li>\n
      • \uf0b7 \u00a0Tither or significant financial contributor, by identifiable means, for a minimum of three\n

        months<\/li>\n

      • \uf0b7 \u00a0Informed of and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership on the C.O.R.E. Council<\/li>\n
      • \uf0b7 \u00a0Will not seek to profit in personal business through service on the C.O.R.E. Council<\/li>\n
      • \uf0b7 \u00a0No spouse or significant other currently serving on the C.O.R.E. Council\n

        Additional Qualities and Skill Sets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        • \uf0b7 \u00a0Spiritual maturity<\/li>\n
        • \uf0b7 \u00a0Passion and dedication to the Center<\/li>\n
        • \uf0b7 \u00a0Strong communication skills<\/li>\n
        • \uf0b7 \u00a0Gifts and talents essential to the guidance of the Center<\/li>\n
        • \uf0b7 \u00a0Business and organizational acumen, as evidenced by successful business, personal and\n

          financial management<\/li>\n

        • \uf0b7 \u00a0The following leadership skills:\n

          1. Visionary with strong ideas
          \n2. Follow-through
          \n3. Willingness to learn and experience non-traditional leadership styles and organizational models. In short, a willingness to do business differently.<\/p>\n

          Vision Core<\/p>\n

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          Purpose: The Vision Core convenes regularly to conduct visioning sessions, creating a field of consciousness which is sensitive to the impress and guidance of Spirit. The results of these visioning sessions are communicated to the C.O.R.E. Council, and become the basis for the unified direction and evolving pathway of the Center.<\/p>\n

          Composition: Up to 8 members
          \n1 CSL, Assistant Minister or Staff Minister \u2013 (jointly appointed by Nominating Core<\/p>\n

          Chair, CSL, and C.O.R.E. Council Chair)
          \n5 Up to 5 Lay members and Practitioners \u2013 elected
          \n1 Communications Director \u2013 ex officio
          \n1 Youth (age 13- 18) \u2013 Elected by the youth members of the Teen Group from within<\/p>\n

          their membership, and approved by the Teen Advisors, for a period of one year, with successive designations possible. The youth member need not meet all qualifications that apply to adult members. This position is designated by the CSL youth members for a one-year term with support and guidance by the Teen Advisors.<\/p>\n

          Election: By community members at the Annual Meeting from a slate prepared by the Nominating Core.<\/p>\n

          Terms of Service: Elected positions will have a three-year term of service, with one consecutive re- election possible. Initial term limits are defined in Article 18 of the bylaws.<\/p>\n

          Vision Core Chair (CORE Council Liaison): The Vision Core Chair shall be appointed by the Community Spiritual Leader for a term of one year, and shall serve as the liaison to the C.O.R.E. Council. If the Vision Core Chair cannot or chooses not to serve on the C.O.R.E. Council, the Community Spiritual Leader will appoint another qualified member of the Vision Core to serve as Liaison. To serve as Chair or Liaison, candidate must not have a spouse or significant other concurrently serving as either C.O.R.E. Council Chair or Nominating Core Chair.<\/p>\n

          Qualifications<\/p>\n

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          • \uf0b7 \u00a0Columbus Center for Spiritual Living Charter Membership or Membership for a minimum of\n

            three months at the time of election;<\/li>\n

          • \uf0b7 \u00a0Successful completion of the Foundations accredited class at the time of election;<\/li>\n
          • \uf0b7 \u00a0Financial contributor, by identifiable means, for a minimum of three months;<\/li>\n
          • \uf0b7 \u00a0Informed of and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership on the Vision Core;<\/li>\n
          • \uf0b7 \u00a0Not seeking to profit from personal business through service on the Vision Core; and<\/li>\n
          • \uf0b7 \u00a0No spouse or significant other currently serving on the Vision Core.\n

            Additional Qualities and Skill Sets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            • \uf0b7 \u00a0Spiritual maturity<\/li>\n
            • \uf0b7 \u00a0Passion and dedication to the Center<\/li>\n
            • \uf0b7 \u00a0Strong communication skills<\/li>\n
            • \uf0b7 \u00a0Sensitive to the impress of Spirit<\/li>\n
            • \uf0b7 \u00a0Recognition of visioning and the Vision Core as a central influence in the life and direction of\n

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            • \uf0b7 \u00a0Some skill at visioning, or willingness to learn\n

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              • \uf0b7 \u00a0Ability to harvest ideas from the visioning process and organize them<\/li>\n
              • \uf0b7 \u00a0The following leadership skills:\n

                1. Visionary with strong ideas
                \n2. Follow-through
                \n3. Willingness to learn and experience non-traditional leadership styles and organizational models. In short, a willingness to do business differently.<\/p>\n

                Nominating Core<\/p>\n

                Purpose: To seek out and cultivate the most highly qualified nominees to fill each elected position within the organizational model of the Center; to interview and assess the qualifications of nominees; and to determine and present an annual slate for each elected Core.<\/p>\n

                Composition: Up to 7 members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                1 Community Spiritual Leader or her\/his representative (jointly appointed by<\/p>\n

                Nominating Core Chair, Community Spiritual Leader, and C.O.R.E. Council Chair)
                \n4 Up to 4 Lay Members and Practitioners (elected)
                \n1 Former C.O.R.E. Council Member (jointly appointed by Nominating Core Chair, CSL,<\/p>\n

                and C.O.R.E. Council Chair)
                \n1 Sacred Service Ministry Representative (appointed by Sacred Service Ministry<\/p>\n

                Team)<\/p>\n

                Election: By community members at the Annual Meeting from a slate prepared by the Nominating Core.<\/p>\n

                Terms of Service: Elected and appointed positions will have a three-year term of service, with one consecutive re-election or reappointment possible. Initial term limits are defined in Article 18 of the bylaws.<\/p>\n

                Nominating Core Chair: The Nominating Core will elect its own chair from within its membership for a term of one year and does not sit on the C.O.R.E. Council. To serve as Chair, candidate must not have a close relative concurrently serving as either C.O.R.E. Council Chair or Vision Core Chair.<\/p>\n

                Qualifications<\/p>\n

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                • \uf0b7 \u00a0Columbus Center for Spiritual Living Membership for a minimum of three months at the\n

                  time of election;<\/li>\n

                • \uf0b7 \u00a0Successful completion of the Foundations accredited class at the time of election, or\n

                  agreement to attend at the first available opportunity;<\/li>\n

                • \uf0b7 \u00a0Financial contributor, by identifiable means, for a minimum of three months;<\/li>\n
                • \uf0b7 \u00a0Informed of and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership on the Nominating\n

                  Core;<\/li>\n

                • \uf0b7 \u00a0Not seeking to profit in personal business through service on the Nominating Core;<\/li>\n
                • \uf0b7 \u00a0No spouse or significant other currently serving on Nominating Core;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                  • \uf0b7 \u00a0Spiritual maturity<\/li>\n
                  • \uf0b7 \u00a0Passion and dedication to the Center<\/li>\n
                  • \uf0b7 \u00a0Strong communication skills\n

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                    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Business and organizational acumen, as evidenced by successful business, personal and financial management<\/li>\n
                    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Networker and\/or people-person who enjoys reaching out to others<\/li>\n
                    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Ability to practice discernment and confidentiality<\/li>\n
                    • \uf0b7 \u00a0Ability to work by consensus<\/li>\n
                    • \uf0b7 \u00a0The following leadership skills:\n

                      1. Visionary with strong ideas
                      \n2. Follow-through
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                      VOLUNTEER CORES<\/p>\n

                      Stewardship Core<\/p>\n

                      Function: We envision a community that is abundant and dedicated to financial integrity. The Stewardship Core provides the resource information which becomes the basis of the C.O.R.E. Council\u2019s prioritization and allocation functions. The Stewardship Core is charged with fiscal oversight and financial cultivation. It is responsible for the development of budgets (both current and future). This Core would also be charged with raising additional funds to support the evolving pathway of the community. The Corporate Treasurer may be an elected C.O.R.E. Council member, or may be appointed from the membership of the Stewardship Core by the Nominating Core Chair, Community Spiritual Leader, and the Stewardship Core Coordinator, and serves a one-year term, eligible for reappointment.<\/p>\n

                      Composition: The Stewardship Core is a volunteer team created by the Stewardship Core Coordinator, who functions as its Chair Person. The Stewardship Core Coordinator is chosen from the members of the C.O.R.E. Council.<\/p>\n

                      Ecclesiastical Core<\/p>\n

                      Function: The Ecclesiastical Core provides the resources to meet the spiritual needs of the community, including, but not limited to:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n