What is the RCCM Worldwide Alliance?
 
It is a fellowship of pastors and ministers joining together in the unity of the Spirit to encourage, affirm and uplift one another as they seek to fulfill the Great Commission to “..go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.”  As we quickly approach Jesus’ return, we need to prepare to bring in the great harvest of precious souls and disciple them.
 
The Alliance was birthed out of the World Ministry Conference held in April 2001 at Rochester Christian Church Ministries in Rochester, New York.  As pastors and ministers from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas came together for a common purpose to seek the Will of God for their lives and ministries, it became evident that there is a need for pastors and ministers from all over the world to build “down to earth” relationships with other leaders to learn to proven church and ministry building methods.
 
Pastor Galvano and the RCCM staff desire men and women of God together who need spiritual and practical input as they endeavor to fulfill God’s vision for their lives and ministries.  The RCCM Worldwide Alliance seeks to provide support for independent pastors and ministers who may feel isolated because of lack of affiliation with a denomination or because of their size.
 
The Alliance is not a denomination, nor does it encourage its members to transfer loyalties away from any denomination or group you are currently with.  Neither does the Alliance wish to infringe on your local church authority.  We are here simply to serve as a center for prayer, ideas, networking, and fellowship. 
 
What is the Mission of the RCCM Worldwide Alliance?
 
We desire to answer the call of hundreds of pastors, evangelists, and church leaders who want answers and insights into building their local church ministry.
           
We are dedicated to building a network of senior pastors and ministers who are committed to building their church and/or ministry through evangelism, prayer, congregational care and leadership training.
           
We are committed to providing you with proven personal and church growth strategies through our World Conference, monthly teaching tapes, one-on-one meetings and telephone conference calls. 
 
We desire to serve you as a model of integrity and excellence by offering proven ministry building leadership insights, ideas, principles and concepts.  We are just a phone call away!
 
Assistance is just a phone call away!
 
We are here for you Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, to answer any questions you have about ministry.  We look forward to hearing from you.
 
Phone:    585-247-4444
Fax:        585-247-4883
Website: www.rccm.org
E-mail:    alliance@rccm.org
 
 
 
 
 
Rochester Christian Church Ministries International
 
Articles of Affiliation
 
 
I. Philosophy of Affiliation
  
Rochester Christian Church Ministries has developed an international fellowship of churches who desire to propagate the Gospel according to Matthew 28:19-20.  These churches will be affiliated spiritually for the purpose of worship, fellowship, and evangelism.
 
 
II. Name
 
The name of the Affiliation is Rochester Christian Church Ministries International (RCCMI)
 
 
III. Statement of Purpose
 
a.      To establish cooperation among churches throughout the world to promote worldwide evangelism.
b.      To provide the planting of churched for the purpose of spreading the Gospel.
c.      To provide leadership training to equip individuals to serve the Lord.
d.      To encourage unity among brethren of similar faith
e.      To provide mutual help and assistance when the need arises (financial, qualified personnel, etc.)
 
 
IV. Goals of Affiliation
 
a.      Evangelize souls.
b.      Establish fellowship among churches.
c.      Plant new churches.
d.      Plan annual events for affiliated churches to come together.
e.      Train leaders for part-time and full-time service
f.       License and ordain individuals deemed for service.
g.      Provide International Ministry Leaders
h.      Conduct periodic meetings for Ministerial Leaders.
i.       Establish training centers in each country under the supervision of the International Bible School.
V.     Articles of Faith
 
WE BELIEVE…
…the Bible is the inspired and only infallible and authoritative written Word of God.   (II Timothy 3:15-16)
…there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost.   (Deuteronomy 6:4: Matthew 18:19: Mark 12:29)
…in the virgin birth of Christ, His vicarious, atoning death, bodily resurrection and ascension.   (Isaiah 7:14, Romans 8:34: Acts 1:10)
…in Salvation through the Blood of Jesus Christ.
…in water baptism by immersion.
…the redemptive work of Christ on the cross provides healing of the human body.   (Isaiah 53:5: Matthew 8:16-17: James 5:13-14)
…in the baptism in the Holy Spirit with the initial evidence of speaking in other tongues.  (Acts 2:4; 10:44: 15:8-9)
…in the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit who enables a believer to live a holy life.   (Hebrews 12:14; I Peter 1:15-16)
…in the Second coming of Jesus Christ.  (Acts 14:15; Luke 14:14; Revelation 19:7-9)
 
VI. Officers
 

a. President
b. Vice-President
c. Secretary
d. Treasurer
e. Mission Liaison

 
These officers will be known as the Executive Committee
 
VII. Board Members
 
Each church will nominate one individual to be considered as a Board
Member.  These nominees will be voted upon, and a Board of twelve (12) individuals will be elected.
 
VIII. Key Events
 
a.      Annual Convention
b.      Shot-term training sessions at RBC School of Theology.
c.      Exchange of Ministries.
 
IX. Credentials
 
Credentials will be issued to Pastors by RCCMI. Each local church will be authorized to issue credentials to individuals other than pastors within their local ministry.

Rochester Christian Church Ministries International
 
Guidelines and Policies
For Branch Church and Related Branches;
Departments and outreach ministries; and
Home cell groups.
 
I. Definitions
 
a. A Branch Church and Related Branches; Departments and Outreach Ministries; and Home Cell Groups are defined as an outreach of Rochester Christian Church Ministries (RCCM) and can be located either within RCCM or outside the church premises.  Their purpose will be for evangelism, fellowship, leadership training and equipping the saints for ministry.
b. Branch Churches and Related Branches, Departments, Outreach Ministries and Home Cell Groups will be known by the Elders as outreaches of RCCM.
c. A Branch Church will cease to be Branch Church when it becomes self-supporting.  Then it will become a Sister Church with all rights and privileges given as enjoyed by the Founding Church (i.e. academy discounts, hiring capabilities, use of facilities, promotions, etc.
 
II. Leadership
 
a. The Founding Pastor, who is the Senior Pastor of RCCM, will be Senior Pastor for all Branch Churches, Departments, Outreach Ministries, and Home Cells Groups.
b. All Leaders of Branch Churches and Related Branches, Departments, Outreach Ministries, and Home Cell Groups are to be members of RDDM.
c. All Leaders of Branch Churches and related Branches, Departments, Outreach Ministries and Home Cell Groups will be submitted to the overall vision of RCCM and will work together accordingly.
d. The Leading Board of Overseers of RCCM will consist of the Senior Pastor of the Sister Churches, Pastors of Branch Churches and related Branches, Leaders of Departments such as: RBC School of Theology, Rochester Christian Day Care, The Transformation Center, Home Cell Groups, and as many as is deemed necessary as the need arises.  This leadership has the privilege of changing any operational policies providing the Senior Pastor is in full agreement.
e. The Leading Board of Overseers of RCCM will consist of the Senior Pastor of the Sister Churches, Pastors of Branch Churches and Related Branches, Leaders of the Departments

III. Policies
 
a. The primary goal of all ministries will be the development of Home Cell Groups.
b. All Branch Churches and Related Branches, Departments, Outreach Ministries, and Home Cell Groups will work together coordinating certain citywide events such as seminars, evangelical campaigns, conferences, etc.
c. No Branch Church and Related Branch, Department, Outreach Ministry, and Home Cell Group will run competing programs with RCCM: i.e., RBC School of Theology, Rochester Christian Day Care, The Transformation Center, etc.
d. Branch Churches and Related Branches, Departments, Outreach Ministries, and Home Cell Groups will close during any major event conducted by RCCM, such as the World Ministry Conference.
e. Branch Churches will conduct Sunday morning and Sunday evening services.
f. Home Cell Groups may conduct Sunday morning in the event they are located at a distance too great for its members to attend RCCM.
g. All finances will be channeled through the main business office of each individual ministry to be used solely for that ministry.  The expenses for office personnel and/or equipment and other expenses will be shared by all ministries proportionate to the share of the ministry services received.  The Senior Pastor and Leading Board Overseers will oversee that funds are managed under the guidelines of proper Biblical stewardship.
h. The guidelines and policies set forth herein will be in effect and will be valid for as long as the Founding Pastor is Senior Pastor.  When he ceases to be Senior Pastor, then the status of each individual ministry will change at the discretion of the Leading Board of Overseers.
 

Rochester Christian Church Ministries International
 
Statement of Agreement
 
The undersigned Branch Church and Related Branch, Department, Outreach Ministry, and Home Cell Group agrees to affiliate with and function under the herein Guidelines and Policies of Rochester Christian Church Ministries International (RCCMI).
 
 
Name of Ministry:
 
 
By: (Please Print)
 
 
 
 
Rochester Christian Church Ministries International
 
 
By:
 
Stephen Galvano, Senior Pastor
 
 
Dated: