ARTICLE I: NAME, STATUS, AND REGISTERED OFFICE
ARTICLE II: AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
ARTICLE III: MISSION AND VISION
1. Name: The name of the organization shall be Joy of the Lord Ministry (JLM).
2. Legal Status: JLM shall operate as a non-denominational, non-profit, faith-based organization, not for personal gain, and committed to humanitarian and charitable services.
3. Registered Office: The registered office of the Ministry shall be situated in state of Georgia in United States of America and in Nigeria, with the ability to establish branches within and outside Nigeria as approved by the Board of Trustees.
ARTICLE V: GOVERNANCE AND STRUCTURE
1. Board of Trustees
The Ministry shall be governed by a Board of Trustees responsible for policy direction and oversight.
Composition:
Founder/President: Dr. CH (CPT)Evang. Martin Nwosu
First Lady/Vice President: Mrs. Emmanuela Nwosu
Secretary/Personal Assistant: Blessing Igbonagwam
Trustees:
Michael Ufondu
Udoka Chikwem
Ngozi Ndubuisi
Augusta Awanyei.
2. Powers of the Board of Trustees
The Board shall:
Provide strategic direction for the Ministry.
Approve major programs, budgets, and policies.
Ensure accountability and transparency in all operations.
Appoint committees where necessary.
3. Tenure
Trustees shall serve for a term of four (4) years and may be eligible for reappointment.
ARTICLE VI: OFFICERS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
ARTICLE XII: ADOPTION
This Constitution shall take effect immediately upon adoption and signing by the Board of Trustees.
SIGNATORIES
Dr. CH (CPT) Martin Nwosu (Founder/President)
Mrs. Emmanuela Nwosu
Blessing Igbonagwam (Secretary)
Michael Ufondu (Trustee)
Gertrude Chikwem (Trustee)
Ngozi Ndubuisi (Trustee)
Augusta Awanyei (Trustee)
Date: ______________________
1. Founder/President:
Provides overall leadership and vision.
Presides over meetings.
2. Emmanuela Nwosu (Wife of SD/Elect)
Assists the President and acts in his absence.
3. Secretary: Blessing Augustus
Keeps records of meetings and documentation.
Handles official correspondence.
4. Treasurer: Ngozi Ndubuisi
Manages finances and presents financial reports.
1. The Ministry may be dissolved by a two-thirds (2/3) majority decision of the Board of Trustees.
2. Upon dissolution, all assets shall be transferred to another non-profit organization with similar objectives and not distributed among members.
The aims and objectives of the Ministry shall be:
1. To provide relief to the poor, needy, and less privileged in society.
2. To organize outreach programs including feeding, clothing, and welfare support.
3. To support orphanages, widows, and vulnerable individuals.
4. To promote spiritual growth through prayer meetings, teachings, and evangelism.
5. To engage in charitable works in accordance with Biblical principles, particularly Matthew 25:40.
6. To collaborate with other organizations (local and international) with similar objectives.
ARTICLE XI: DISSOLUTION
1. Mission Statement: To demonstrate the love of Christ by providing spiritual and material support to the less privileged, both locally and internationally.
2. Vision Statement: To restore hope, dignity, and purpose to individuals and families through faith-driven humanitarian service.
ARTICLE IV: MEMBERSHIP
ARTICLE VII: MEETINGS
ARTICLE VIII: FINANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY
ARTICLE IX: ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS
1. Charity outreaches including feeding and clothing programs.
2. Monthly fasting and prayer programs.
3. Weekly online prayer conferences as follows:
1st Friday: Worship, Prayer, and Word
2nd Friday: Ministration
3rd Friday: Intercessory Prayer
4th Friday: Testimon Night
4. Time Schedule (U.S. Time Zones):
10:00 PM Eastern. | 9:00 PM Central
8:00 PM Mountain | 7:00 PM Pacific
ARTICLE X: AMENDMENTS
This Constitution may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the Board of Trustees, provided that notice of such amendment is given prior to the meeting.
1. Membership of the Ministry shall be open to individuals who share the vision and objectives of the organization.
2. Members shall be admitted upon approval by the leadership of the Ministry.
3. Members shall be expected to uphold the values, mission, and integrity of the Ministry.
1. The Board of Trustees shall meet at least twice a year or as deemed necessary.
2. Emergency meetings may be convened by the President or majority of Trustees.
3. Quorum: A simple majority of members shall form a quorum.
4. Decisions shall be made by majority vote unless otherwise stated.
1. The Ministry shall operate a bank account in its name.
2. Funds shall be sourced from donations, grants, and voluntary contributions.
3. Proper records of all financial transactions shall be maintained.
4. The accounts of the Ministry may be audited annually by a qualified auditor.
5. No part of the income shall be distributed to members except for legitimate expenses.
