This page contains the FPC's Bylaws, as well as various FPC policies and procedures. Please contact webadmin@fpc-stow-acton.org if you are looking for a policy which is not listed here.
Bylaws
- Bylaws 2023 - The rules for the church operations, and duties of elected positions. Ratified by congregational vote on May 19, 2023.
Master Policy List
| Policy # | Policy Title (with Link) | Latest Version | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Policies | 3/12/2021 | |
| 2 | Archive | 4/23/2021 | |
| 3 | Child Care | 2004 | |
| 4 | FPC Forum Newsgroup | 2004 | |
| 5 | FPC Announce Newsgroup | 2004 | |
| 6 | Alcohol Use | 2004 | |
| 7 | No Smoking | 2004 | |
| 8 | Buildings Use | 2019 | |
| 9 | Personnel | 2004 | The 2023 Personnel Policy Manual is attached to the 009 Personnel policy. |
| 10 | Sexual Misconduct and Abuse | 2004 | |
| 11 | Investment | 2004 | This policy has been rescinded |
| 12 | Chronicle | 2004 | Not currently available |
| 13 | Loans of Church Property | 2004 | Not currently available |
| 14 | Privacy and Data Security | 2012 | |
| 15 | Publicity Policy for Children and Youth | 2013 | |
| 16 | Environmental | 2013 | |
| 17 | Plate Sharing | 6/13/2021 | |
| 18 | Nut Free Policy | 4/26/2022 | |
| 19 | Fundraising | 3/29/2020 | Policy #34 covers the Fundraising Council |
| 20 | Pets and Service Animals at Facilities | 2/14/2019 | |
| 21 | Flags and Other Displays | 8/18/2019 | |
| 22 | Social Justice | 3/26/2020 | |
| 23 | Tracking Pledges | 2/1/2021 | |
| 24 | Church Committees | 6/20/2023 | |
| 25 | Reviewing and Updating Policies and Procedures | 2/12/2021 | |
| 26 | Membership Roster | 2/1/2021 | |
| 27 | Membership Removal | 2/1/2021 | |
| 28 | Dispute Resolution | 2/1/2021 | |
| 29 | Document Custody and Storage | 3/5/2021 | |
| 30 | Endowment Fund | 3/12/2021 | |
| 31 | Minister's Discretionary Fund | 3/12/2021 | |
| 32 | Religious Education | 4/12/2021 | |
| 33 | Epidemic Outbreak at FPC | 1/22/2023 | |
| 34 | Fundraising Council | 12/9/2021 | Policy #19 covers Fundraising |
| 35 | Church Access | 2/29/2024 | |
| 36 | Staff Computers | 6/8/2024 |
