Tennessee Ministry Network

Network Affiliated Churches

A valued part of our network — churches we walk alongside, support, and celebrate as they grow.

You belong here

A Church We Walk Alongside

A Network Affiliated church is a full member of the Tennessee Ministry Network that is growing toward General Council affiliation.

When a church is ready in maturity, leadership, and finances, it can take the step to General Council affiliated status. We are with you.

“You are a vital part of what God is doing across Tennessee — and we are glad to walk this road with you.”

Our commitment to you

You’re Never On Your Own

“We exist to serve you” — it’s the heart behind this whole partnership. Here is some of what stands with you as you lead.

Fellow Laborers

We stand in this call with you. We are here to support you and we share the same goal you have for your church: a healthy, growing body reaching its community.

Counsel & Encouragement

Your Sectional Presbyter and Network leaders are here to meet and grow with you — to encourage, guide, and pray with you as you lead, no matter the season of ministry.

Strength & Security

Sound structure, a shared insurance program, and trusted counsel let you minister from a position of strength and security — so your focus can stay on your people.

Help Along the Way

Whenever a question comes up — a form, a decision, a difficult season — the Network office is ready. You’re never more than a call away from help.

A Share in the Mission

Your church is part of the worldwide home and foreign missionary work of the Assemblies of God — sending, giving, and going together.

Looking Ahead Together

The annual ministry review isn’t an audit — it’s a chance to step back with Network leaders, take stock, and set fresh goals for the ministry God has for your church in the year ahead.

Reporting

File Your Report Online

The fastest, simplest way to send in your reports is through the online form. If you have questions or need help getting set up, contact the Network office — we’re glad to walk you through it.

Open the Reporting Form

Need a hand? Call (615) 988-5695 or email info@tnaog.org

Staying in step

Pastor’s Checklist

Twelve responsibilities that keep your church in good standing and in close partnership with the Network throughout the year.

1

Minutes of Advisory Council Meetings

Have the meeting minutes prepared immediately after the meeting. Send a copy to the sectional presbyter within one week after an Advisory Council meeting.

2

Financial Reports

The Network secretary-treasurer and sectional presbyter receive the Monthly Report, Balance Sheet, and Profit and Loss Statement.

3

Annual Church Ministries Report (ACMR)

Complete the ACMR at year’s-end, and return it to the addresses indicated. Forward an additional copy to your presbyter.

4

Annual Reappointment Questionnaire

Complete and submit to your presbyter before the time of the Annual Ministry Review.

5

Insurance Coverage

All current requirements for insurance coverage of Network Affiliated Churches are found in the appendices. Coverage must include general liability, worker’s compensation, vehicle coverage, and also youth/children’s activities.

6

Church-Owned Vehicle Information

Please detail information pertinent to each vehicle owned by the church.

7

Risk Management

Our network and insurance require that each church implement the risk management program, the provisions of which are set forth herein.

8

Advisory Council Members

Proposed additions or deletions to the Advisory Council are to be made on the appropriate forms in this Policy Manual.

9

Network Support

Monthly, the treasurer of the church is to send to the Tennessee Ministry Network funds in the amount of three percent (3%) of the general fund income.

10

Church Planting

This church is encouraged to give to World and U.S. Missions, to plant and strengthen other Assemblies of God churches within the Network and the World.

11

Records

This church shall cause a copy of its important corporate records to be kept on file at the Tennessee Ministry Network office. Such records shall include, but not be limited to, the current:

  • Articles of Incorporation
  • Annual Financial Report
  • Copies of property deeds with Tennessee District name on deeds
  • Copies of all property tax bills
  • Completed Annual Church Ministries Report (ACMR) required by General Council
  • Copies of Insurance Coverage
12

Accountability

The pastor is responsible to know and implement all current Tennessee mandated requirements for Network Affiliated Churches, including the most current Tennessee Ministry Network Bylaws.

We’re here for you

Questions? Let’s Talk.

Whether it’s a question about a form, your reporting, or the road toward sovereign status — the Network office is ready to help.

Call  (615) 988-5695 Email  info@tnaog.org