Minnesota
Native American Ministerial Association
Lifestyle Agreement
As a non-profit religious organization, Native-American
Ministerial Association (NAMA) maintains the right to require a lifestyle from its members that is consistent with its Biblical views
and mission.
Therefore, as a requirement of membership and/or licensure, all applicants will be required to sign this agreement
to follow the statements below.
LIFESTYLE STATEMENTS
The violation of any statement may be grounds for immediate termination
of membership and/or ministerial licensure.
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The conviction for any illegal act.
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The use of illicit drugs is prohibited.
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The use of
alcohol must be in moderation
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Regular attendance at a Christian church is recommended.
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Any occult practices or involvement in non-Christian
religious acts will be prohibited.
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Homosexual or other immoral sexual behaviors such as viewing pornography, fornication or adultery
will be prohibited.
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Actions taken by an individual that negatively reflect on the mission of NAMA.
REVISIONS
The Board of Elders
will have the authority to revise this agreement from time to time as they deem necessary.
All members and licensed ministers
will be informed of any changes. Requests for changes or exclusions can be made to the Board of Elders.
ACCOUNTABILITY
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The
Board of Elders shall reserve the right to immediately terminate membership or a ministerial license when in their opinion a member
has violated one of these Lifestyle Statements.
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“Minor” infractions may result in a warning and/or written notice of need to change
behavior or possible termination will result.