"For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men.

Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another."

Romans 14:18,19

Church Constitution

Article VIII

Ratification and Adoption

This constitution shall be made available to the membership of the Miami Baptist Church for a period of no less than four weeks for consideration and discussion before a vote for ratification and adoption is taken. At the special business meeting called to ratify the constitution, voting shall be by show of hands. A vote shall be taken on each section. A section shall be ratified when it receives thee-fourths vote of those present at the special meeting.

Article IX

Amendments

This constitution may be amended by a three-fourths vote of members present at any regular or duly notified business meeting, a copy of the proposed amendment(s) having been posted on the church bulletin board and the meeting announced for at least thirty days.