The Biblical concept of governing is different from worldly standards. In God’s Kingdom, leaders rule with hearts of servants, not lords (Matthew 20:20-28). Gifted with administrative abilities, we deal decisively with issues that affect the human worth, but we serve people with humility and grace. We lead by example not legislation. Our concept of authority is based in mutual submission. We govern in the spirit of maintaining relationships, not for the protection of doctrinal positions. If correction is necessary, we do so to produce the peaceful fruit of righteousness, not estrangement (Hebrews 12:11). The ultimate goal of our leadership is to bring maturity and unity to the Body of Christ, building them up in love and labouring until Christ is formed in them (Ephesians 4:11-16; Galatians 4:19).

Our structure is “relational” in nature rather than geographical. Congregations and ordained ministers are a part of a diocesan family through their relationship with their bishop, rather than by virtue of geographic location. This relational (rather than hierarchical) orientation is a reflection of the strong identification with the Celtic Church, which stresses spiritual/relational kinship ties and networks, akin to the churches that were founded by Paul relating to him as a spiritual father, rather than a more institutional, bureaucratic organizational structure.

We are a body of People, Ministers and Bishops who join forces to demonstrate Christ’s Church to the world. We have a governing body, yet we govern our churches and ministries according to the individual deposit of God in each of us. We are ultimately answerable to God, yet we submit ourselves to one another to receive corporate wisdom of God. Thus, we are distinct but not separate. Our governing body is comprised of Bishops who oversee the work of the Lord in dioceses (networks) around the world. We represent geographic regions, but do not rule over geographic dioceses. We function in a collegial manner not a hierarchal manner.

Congregations

The King’s Family has built a structure to care for its members and be effective in its ministry. This is the main reason why the local congregation is the basic unit and all of the other organizational levels exist to support and facilitate the work of the congregation. This is where people live and where Baptism and Confirmations occur. The ministers of the Church recognize that the dioceses and the Church structures are in place to support the local congregation. The local church is the operational centre of the ministry of the diocese.

The King’s Family is formed by missions (fellowship or house churches) and congregations (charter local churches) and also includes orders and ministries that work in different areas of the King’s Family life.

CONGREGATIONAL STRUCTURE

The structure of the parish church is based on the customs and needs of the local congregation, including the terms used to describe positions of service in it. Each local congregation, regardless of size, shall be autonomous and self-supporting. The Bishop, suited to encourage their mission, will oversee the ordained ministers and people. Diocese’s oversight may be geographic, affinity or mission derived. A Bishop need not resign his pastoral duty to serve.

All faithful and godly people are called to be ministers of God who serve in the areas in which they have been gifted and empowered by the Lord, but only few are called to receive the holy orders of Deacon, Presbyter and Bishop. The objectives of ministry is reconciling people to God the Father, through the finished work of the Lord Jesus and teaching them through the Holy Spirit to obey all that Jesus commanded.

Leaders are those who have demonstrated a willingness and ability to disciple others and whose lives are wholesome examples to those they serve.

Auxiliary Ministers are experienced Lay Leaders who train and develop the Lay Leadership of the congregation and are appointed and supervised by the ordained ministers.

The Deacon/Auxiliary Pastor assists the Rector (also called Senior Pastor) in the development of leadership teams designed to expand the ministry of evangelism and outreach in the community. Auxiliary Pastors, though ordained ministers, are encouraged to be bi-vocational, so that support of those with dire needs can take precedence over pastoral salaries.

The Rector/Senior Pastor primary role is to equip the saints for the work of ministry. The Senior Pastor has the primary responsibility for preaching and teaching the Word of God, leading worship and administering the Sacraments. Senior Pastors are encouraged to be bi-vocational and are under the spiritual direction and supervision of his/her Bishop.

Bishops guard the biblical faith, evangelistic mission and unity of the Church. The Bishop oversees the ministry of the churches and equips, encourages and facilitates church growth and church planting. Apostolic gifts, vision and ministry team development are the primary requirements of the position of Bishop.

Dioceses

At the same time, the Church is structured in dioceses (networks) that are the instruments of ministry of the church. It also provides support, coordination, cooperation, prayer, fellowship, and direction for the pastors and congregations within the King’s Family. The local bishop is the chief pastor of a diocese. The bishop chooses and receives support and guidance from the Advisory Council; he governs the diocese with the presbyters through the Diocesan Council and the whole local church through the Diocesan Synod and he is accountable to the College of Bishops.

International

The College of Bishops is the maximum governed of the King’s Family. The College of Bishops affirm the Canons; approve the budgets; support world missions and care for the congregations, dioceses and ministers; provide oversight and guidance within the King’s Family; and encourage the preaching of the gospel, teaching of God’s Word and the right administration of the sacraments.

Our Presiding Bishop, the Rt. Rev Josep Rossello, is an ordained bishop, who has been elected to be a teacher and defender of the faith of the Church. He provides spiritual leadership and keeps the unity of the family, and leads the Church into mission. The Presiding Bishop is the chief executive officer of the church-wide organization and is also the chief ecumenical officer of the Church. He is advise by the Presiding Bishop’s Council in the daily mission and task of the King’s family of Churches.

The Assistant Bishop, the Rt. Rev Tomas Kennedy, works alongside the Presiding Bishop and share leadership responsibility in the affairs of the King’s Family of Churches.