Over twenty years ago, I helped start a school for learning disabilities. We struggled, but finally clarified our target audience.
Recently, I referred a parent to that school. I was shocked when he informed me that they no longer serve children with his son’s challenges.
Over time, the original mission of an organization can easily be highjacked, unless you define clearly who can serve on the board and who shouldn’t.
John was trying to guard the future of the church when he wrote in 2 John 1:10, “If anyone comes to you and does not bring (Jesus’) teaching, do not take them into your house or welcome them.”
If you desire your organization to remain pure to your long-term mission, clearly define who can and cannot serve on the board.
