Partners in Faith. United in Practice.

Partner Criteria & Benefits

Transparency, Accountability, and Shared Practice

The Council of Holistic Christian Churches & Ministries (CCHM) enters into partnership through a covenantal model, not a symbolic affiliation. Partnership reflects shared theological identity, ethical leadership, and demonstrated commitment to holistic Christian practice.

Partnership Criteria

To be recognized as a CCHM Partner Church or Ministry, organizations must demonstrate the following:

1. Shared Theological Alignment

Partners affirm CCHM’s theological identity as:

-Orthodox in faith

-Reformed in spirit

-Pentecostal in practice

-Holistic and liberation-rooted in witness

2. Lived Holistic Praxis

Partners actively engage in ministry that addresses spiritual, social, economic, environmental, and public realities, including:

-Service to the poor and marginalized

-Community engagement beyond church walls

-Advocacy or justice-oriented ministry

-Healing-centered pastoral care

3. Ethical & Accountable Leadership

Partner organizations:

-Demonstrate integrity, transparency, and good governance

-Maintain leadership accountability structures

-Commit to safeguarding dignity, safety, and trust

-Reject practices that exploit, harm, or re-traumatize communities

4. Covenant Participation

Partners agree to:

-Participate in CCHM formation opportunities when appropriate

-Remain in good standing with CCHM’s mission and values

-Engage in mutual learning, collaboration, and accountability

Partnership is reviewed periodically to ensure ongoing alignment with CCHM’s mission and standards of practice.