OUR COMMUNITY is made up of both Christians and non-Christian. Everyone enters the first time as "Tourist/Visitors" and is welcome to join as a "Citizen" of Agape World Fellowship Universe (AWF) just by asking. Recently we added a new "bot" called "Gabriel" in our gate world called "OpenDoor". When a new Tourist/Visitors enters OpenDoor world Gabriel will welcome them and then ask if they would like a free citizenship. If the person replies with the correct phrase, Gabriel will set them up with a new AWF Citizenship.

There is no cost whatsoever, no fees and we do not charge for Citizenship. Like any church there is no charge to come in or join in the fellowship.

We have services on a regular basis three times a week and there are time for Bible study, Prayer meetings, and other fellowship times all during the week. Please check the calendar here.

 

The government of the Agape World Fellowship (AWF) community is under GOD. As Believers in Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior of our lives, we give honor and glory to GOD first and govern this community according to the Bible, prayer & the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Our Spiritual Team is made up of ordained ministers of the Gospel & lay elders. These are men and women of GOD that have proved their mettle by their character, courage and faith in Christ Jesus.

We welcome everyone to register and receive a free AWF Citizenship to this community, Believers and non-believers.

 

AWF BOARD

The AWF Administration and Council have been merged into one “AWF Board” as of April 2006.

The following are the prerequisites for candidates of seats on the AWF Board and CareTakers:

1. Must know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and have accepted Him into their life.

2. Must have been a citizen of AWF for at least 3 months

3. Must be referred by at least two (2) AWF citizens in good standing.

Back To: TOP

 

LEADERSHIP

This document was written to better define the leadership positions of Agape World Fellowship Inc.

Each position has an equal voice and has one (1) vote in any administrative decision

All positions held in Agape World Fellowship are on the AWF Board.

All elected positions will be voted in by a majority of the Citizens of AWF once a year at the annual Board Meeting of Agape World Fellowship.

If an elected Board Member vacates their seat, the remaining members of the Board must find and appoint a new member to fill that seat for the interim till the next year’s election.

Appointed seats on the Board can made by either the Senior Board, the Board as a whole or by the Senior Pastor.

These positions may at times change for any number of reasons but should always be ratified by the *Board unless the change is a temporary one and sanctioned by the Deacon directly over that position or the Senior Pastor.

Back To: TOP

 

THE AWF SENIOR BOARD

is comprised of the following positions:

Founding Pastor: is reserved to the founders of AWF. The Founding Pastor is the Chief Administrator & the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), oversees the Board and presides over the meetings. In case of a deadlock the CEO shall caste the deciding vote but otherwise will not have a vote in any decision-making. However, if a situation or topic is deemed by the Senior Pastor to be spiritually corrupt or contrary to the Vision of the AWF ministry, he/she has the authority, under God, to veto/reject any decision or ruling.

Senior Pastor: is the spiritual shepherd of Agape World Fellowship. Along with the Founding Pastor, the Senior Pastor presides over the Spiritual Team. The Senior Pastor works side by side with the Founding Pastor. If the Founding Pastor is unable to fulfill his/her duties, the Senior Pastor has the right and is expected to take over their duties and has the last say in all matters concerning AWF.

Pastor: is an assistant spiritual shepherd of Agape World Fellowship and works closely and under the Senior Pastor. A Pastor is expected to be able to take over the duties of the Senior Pastor at will if so necessary. Pastors do lead services, take on assignments, teach, counsel, oversee meetings and work in many aspects of administration.

Associate Pastor: works directly under a Pastor in an assistanting role but can take on assignments, counseling, lead services and oversee meetings. Though in a learning position the Associate Pastor is expected to be able lead as any Pastor would.

Elder/Elderess: (elected) is an advisor/counselor to the Senior Pastor, the Board, the Citizens of AWF and has a key role with their respective genders such as the Men or Women’s Groups.

Trustee (3): (elected) receive, hold, encumber, manage, and transfer real or personal property for the church; accept and execute deeds of title to such property; hold and defend title to such property; manage any permanent special funds for the furtherance of the church's purpose.

Technical Deacon/Deaconess: (appointed) is in charge of the Administration tools such as the Remote Admin Tool, the World and Universe Tools, Building, Building Code enforcement, (the latter is defined by the Zoning Committee when it comes to building on Acts world), the Object Yard and the Object Path. (ex: op.agape3d.org)

Citizens Deacon/Deaconess: (elected) in charge of "Right & Rules" of the citizens, the AWF NewsLetter and the AWFR radio station and is in charge of the theme/looks of OpenDoor world. The Citizens Deacon/Deaconess works closely with the Technical Deacon/Deaconess.

Secretary: (elected) keeps the minutes of the Board and/or any AWF meetings. Presents the Minutes of the last meeting to the Senior Pastor within a reasonable time before the next meeting. Helps the Senior Pastor write up the Agenda. Sends out email to all AWF Citizens about the next meeting coming up and/or upcoming events.

Treasurer: (appointed) keeps and maintains records of the AWF bank account(s) for review at all Board meetings noting past/current expenditures.

Back To: TOP

 

THE AWF GENERAL BOARD

The AWF General Board is comprised of the following positions:

CareTaker Acts World Townships: (elected) sets up Citizen build lots; is under the Citizens Deacon/Deaconess

Assistant Citizens Deacon/Deaconess: (appointed) works closely and under the Citizens Deacon as their assistant.

Assistant Technical Deacon/Deaconess: (appointed) works closely and under the Technical Deacon as their assistant.

Editor AWF NewsLetter: (elected) authors the AWF NewsLetter. Approval of all content is directly under the Senior Pastor and WebMaster

WebMaster: (appointed) runs the Agape World Fellowship websites and works closely and under the Senior Pastor.

AWFR Program Director: (appointed position) runs the AWFR radio station. Approval of all content is directly under the Senior Pastor and the Citizens Deacon/Deaconess

Building Teacher: (elected) teaches building techniques, is under the Citizens Deacon/Deaconess

CareTaker Citizens Gallery: (elected) updates and maintains; is directly under the Citizens Deacon/Deaconess

Guardian Leader: (elected) watches over and helps Visitors and Citizens in OpenDoor and AWF Universe. is directly under the Senior Pastor and the Citizens Deacon/Deaconess

CareTaker Object Yard: (elected) updates and maintains the Object Yard; is directly under the Technical Deacon/Deaconess

CareTaker OpenDoor Theatre: (appointed) updates, maintains and makes or finds video for the OpenDoor Theatre; is directly under the Senior Pastor

CareTaker Prayer & Praise Hall: (elected) updates and maintains; is directly under the Senior Pastor and the Elder/Elderess

Discipleship Teacher: (appointed) runs the AWF Discipleship School. Maintains and teaches the curriculum and is directly under the Senior Pastor

 

*Citizen(s) refer only to the Citizens of Agape World Fellowship Inc.

*Board refers only to the Agape World Fellowship Inc. Board

Revised August 10, 2010 by PastorBob Shoemaker (Founding Pastor in the interim of the AWF Board meeting due to meet September 4, 2010 and can be revised by the Board at any time)

Back To: TOP

 

GENERAL RIGHTS & RULES

Agape World Fellowship, (AWF) believes in Christian & family values and therefore has set the following Rights & Rules for both Citizens and Visitors to better maintain a wholesome and friendly atmosphere for all.

1. AWF is a Christian fellowship and ministry and is "G" rated. We welcome both Christians and Non-Christians as long as our Rules and Rights are respected.

2. There is NO cost to join AWF as a citizen. AWF is totally funded by donations only and is recognized by the State of New York and by the Federal government of the United States as Non-Profit Religious Organization

3. The initial citizenship will last for a 3 month period but will be continued for an additional year if the Citizen wishes to stay, at NO cost.

4. Some AWF positions are by appointment only and others by Election but all positions require that a Citizen be a Christian who has accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, lives by our Statement of Beliefs, been a Citizen of AWF for at least 3 months and has conducted themselves in an openly Christ-like manner. The Pastor and or Board as a whole reserve the right to accept or decline any Citizen for a position in the AWF ministry.

5. Please do not insult Citizens or Visitors with inflammatory or offensive statements, images or url postings. We ask that you refrain from expressions of bigotry, racism, hatred, or profanity. Please do not harass other users, including verbal abuse or personal attacks. Please do not engage in racial, religious, ethnic, or sexual slurs, lewd comments, or generally disruptive behavior.

6. There will be NO cyber-sexual behavior, sexual orientation discussions or activity.

7. The use of all caps is considered shouting, please refrain from using caps unless you are intending to shout. Please refrain from flooding (continuous posting of repetitive text) as this can be annoying to users.

8. AWF reserves the right to enforce compliance with our Rules and Rights, which may include temporary ejection or permanent expulsion without warning. We have a three (3) strikes system whereby any Citizen or Visitor can be ejected for a specific incident after they have been warned three (3) times by a Pastor or Board Member. The Senior Pastor or Board as a whole have the right to ban anyone for good from AWF if necessary.

9. AWF will NOT allow the following activities: (a) Displaying material containing nudity, pornography, or sexual material of a lewd, lecherous or obscene nature and intent or that violate local, state and national laws. (b) Providing material that is grossly offensive to the online community, including blatant expressions of bigotry, prejudice, racism, hatred or excessive profanity. (c) Promoting or providing instructional information about illegal activities. Promoting physical harm or injury against any group or individual, or promoting any act of cruelty to animals. This includes, but is not limited to, the following activities: Providing instructions on how to assemble bombs, grenades and other weapons.

10. We reserve the right to suspend or remove any objects or properties from AWF which is brought to our attention and which we find, in our sole discretion, violates any of these content guidelines or otherwise is in violation of the law.

11. All avatars, (except personal avatars), models, sequences, sounds and textures in the AWF Object Path are the sole property of AWF. Only such things that have been loaned to AWF and agreed to by the AWF Board in the AWF Minutes will be considered Not AWF property.

12. In no event will AWF be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of the use of or inability to use AWF or any content therein. This disclaimer applies, without limitation, to any damages or injury, whether for breach of contract, tort, or otherwise, caused by any failure of performance; error; omission; interruption; deletion; defect; delay in operation or transmission; computer virus; file corruption; communication-line failure; network or system outage; or theft, destruction, unauthorized access to, alteration of, or use of any record.

14. Users who are in violation of the AWF Rights & Rules may have their membership revoked, services cancelled and their worlds or properties, or portions of their properties, removed without warning; in which event AWF will not return the removed properties or worlds to the offending member.

15. AWF reserves the right to deny membership to serious or repeat offenders.

16. AWF makes no guarantee of availability of service and reserves the right to change, withdraw, suspend, or discontinue any functionality or feature of AWF.

17. AWF reserves the right to amend any or all rights and rules.

NOTE: We dislike having to set Rules and Rights for Citizens and Visitors to AWF. These Rules don't negatively affect people who respect others and only come to enjoy fellowship, friendship, chat, 3dvr building and so on. We hope you are one of these people, a friend, a brother or sister in the Lord, or someone who just enjoys a wholesome place to come to. May God Bless You. ~PastorBob

Back To: TOP