Mission and Vision of ACOP

[Melany]

As someone who was incredibly broken and lost, for me it is being that person who can love the same broken and lost soul (the way I was loved by my leaders) despite where I found myself. That isn’t condoning sin, but loving despite mistakes and ‘seeing it through’ till transformation happens, and beyond, with love, direction, correction but also honesty and integrity to the Word and what it says about how we should live. Globally it means the same, but will look different as I have a large following online that I am able to influence, which i do by teaching on practical matters of the heart condition, among other things.. always pointing to Jesus

It doesn’t matter what the vision and mission is, if the culture is not healthy

Apostolic teams are important because they carry not only the vision of God’s heart for change in all these different regions and countries, but also the anointing to see change come about. To equip the right leaders, recognize problem areas, implement solutions and extend love, grace and hope where it is needed most.

[Margie]

• Bill Johnson says "Apostolic teams are not necessarily made up of just apostles and prophets. They are a group of people that carry an "apostolic mission" without selfish agendas. They are sent by leadership, entrusted with delegated authority to establish God's rule in their realm of experience and expertise. When they go with that heart they carry an apostolic anointing because they function under the umbrella of apostolic authority." Why are apostolic teams important?

Extending grace to others is reflective of how Jesus has shown grace to me and all of us. He treats us better than we deserve, but it’s also the empowerment behind this that is so incredible. His grace gives us the ability or power to do incredible things, such as having love for an enemy, hope in a hopeless situation, sufficiency when in lack, etc. So, extending grace to others is also empowering them to overcome, to forgive, to pull the best out of people, etc.

Vision and mission affect the culture of an organization by defining the purpose of the organization and instilling a sense of belonging and identity by giving the people a direction and common goal to be working towards.

Apostolic teams are important because they are called together by God to advance the kingdom and glorify God. They are influencing the world with the Kingdom of Heaven.

[Melanie]

Extending God's grace locally would include the workplace, friend circles and in ministry. By extending grace in every day interactions we can change the world around us. Extending grace is walking alongside those that are in your circle of influence. Being an encouragement and being patient are part of extending grace. When you do this you see people for who they truly are.

Culture is the result of the mission and vision statement being clearly communicated and carried out. As people understand the vision and mission statement of their organization they can view what they are trying to achieve through that lens, which changes the culture around them.

Apostolic teams are important because they are sent intentionally. There is no hap hazard sending. Teams are sent with previous knowledge and understanding of what they are walking into. They go with wisdom.

[Chris]

I think one way of extending God's grace is understanding that people are at different places in their walk with the Lord and choosing to be intentionally relational and non-judgemental with them in spite of that.

I think the vision provides a picture of where things are headed, and the mission provides the practical tools, training and direction as to how to get there. There is also strength in the organization walking united in the same direction.

I believe that apostolic teams are important, as they empower and equip the body of Christ to walk in their giftings, while at the same time, offering correction, direction and accountability. Apostolic teams walking in the anointing seek to strengthen others and ultimately the Kingdom as a whole – their greatest successes are often seen in others.