SECRETARIAT

Mission

The Executive Secretary serves as the guardian of the corporate and ecclesiastical records of the conference. He is responsible for conference Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation, statistical data, minutes, credentials/licenses of employees, and the organization of churches. In reality, this chronicling the story of God's blessing being poured out in the growth of churches as they reach their communities with the story of Jesus.

The Administrative Operation of this office includes:

Provide counsel and advice to pastors and local church leaders regarding the SDA Church Manual and other policy matters
Officiating functions
Preaching in the churches throughout the conference
Organizing groups, companies, and churches
Conflict management for churches, schools, and personnel when initial first-level resolution is unsuccessful
Maintaining full and complete records of the proceedings of the Conference Executive Committee and ARKLA Constituency Sessions
Approve and issue credentials and licenses to all eligible employees
Compile and manage membership data for statistical reports
Statistical records and archives
Oversee human resources for the conference