Conflict of Interest Policy Statement

All trustees (board members), officers, agents, and employees of this organization shall disclose all real or apparent conflict of interest that they discover or that have been brought to their attention in connection with this organization's activities.

A "conflict of interest" occurs where a person is responsible for promoting the interest of this organization at the same time he or she is involved in a competing personal interest (financial, business or personal).

"Disclosure" shall mean providing properly, to the appropriate person, a written description of the facts comprising the real or apparent conflict of interest. An annual disclosure statement shall be circulated to trustees, officers, and certain identified agents and employees to assist them in considering such disclosures, but disclosure is appropriate and required whenever conflicts of interest may occur. The written notices of disclosures shall be filed with the Chief Executive Officer or such other person designated by the Chief Executive Officer to receive such notifications. At the meeting of the top governing body, all disclosures of real or apparent conflict of interest shall be noted for the record in the minutes.

An individual trustee, officer, agent, or employee who believes that he or she or an immediate member of his or her immediate family might have a real or apparent conflict of interest, in addition to filing a notice of disclosure, must abstain from:

1. participating in discussions or deliberations with respect to the subject of the conflict (other than to present factual information or to answer questions),
2. using his or her personal influence to affect deliberations,
3. making motions,
4. voting,
5. executing agreements,
6. taking similar actions on behalf of the organizations where the conflict of interest might pertain by law, agreement, or otherwise.

At the discretion of the top governing body or a committee thereof, a person with a real or apparent conflict of interest may be excused from all or any portion of discussion or deliberations with respect to the subject of the conflict.

A member of the top governing body or a committee thereof, who, having disclosed a conflict of interest, nevertheless shall be counted in determining the existence of a quorum at any meeting in which the subject of the conflict is discussed. The minutes of the meeting shall reflect the individual's disclosure, the vote thereon, and the individual's abstention from participation and voting.

The Chief Executive Officer shall ensure that all trustees, officers, agents, employees, and independent contractors of the organization are made aware of the organization's policy with respect to conflicts of interest.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form

Annual Reporting Statement for Board Members

I have read and understand the Conflict of Interest Policy of Transform Minnesota. I hereby declare and certify the following real or apparent conflict of interest (refer to Conflict of Interest Policy Statement):

I agree to promptly inform the board upon the occurrence of each event that could potentially result in my involvement in (or implication in) a conflict of interest.

Applicable to Transform Minnesota, Arrive Ministries, Damascus Way Reentry Center, New Life Family Services

Statement of Faith

The Statement of Faith for Transform Minnesota and its Affiliate Ministries is as follows:

1. We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God.
2. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
3. We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.
4. We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful people, regeneration by the Holy Spiritis absolutely essential.
5. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
6. We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
7. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.

I acknowledge that I have received and read the above Statement of Faith. I understand and agree with these statements.

Applicable to Transform Minnesota, Arrive Ministries, Damascus Way Reentry Center, New Life Family Services

Core Values

The Core Values for Transform Minnesota and its Affiliate Ministries is as follows:

As an evangelical network existing to serve Jesus Christ, we value and affirm:

1. The Bible as the authoritative word of God, and our Statement of Faith as an expression of our shared biblical foundation as Evangelicals: both guide us in all areas of faith and living.
2. Evangelism, extending the Kingdom of God, and engaging culture and influencing people in ways that reflect God's character.
3. Local Churches as God's primary means for Christian community and mission, and para-churches that support and collaborate in living out the Gospel of Jesus.
4. Unity in the body of Christ, centered on Jesus, and characterized by loving relationships that bridge and honor our differences.
5. Redemption, through Jesus Christ producing freedom, wholeness, and new beginnings for all who receive Him as Savior and Lord.
6. Reconciliation of people to right relationship with God and to each other through Jesus Christ.
7. Mercy and justice, showing compassion towards those who suffer and advocating for what is right and just, by following the teachings and example of Jesus.
8. God-honoring relationships, family life that nurtures children, and Biblical marriage between a man and a woman.
9. Life, as a gift from God, from conception to a natural death; and the intrinsic value and rights of every human created in the image of God.
10. Religious Freedom and liberty of conscience for all people as a fundamental human right.

I acknowledge that I have received and read the above Core Values. I understand and agree with these statements.

Applicable to Transform Minnesota, Arrive Ministries, Damascus Way Reentry Center, New Life Family Services

Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct for Transform Minnesota and its Affiliate Ministries is as follows:

Transform Minnesota and its affiliate ministries exist to share the love of Jesus with people throughout Minnesota. Our core values reflect our Statement of Faith and the Biblical truths that our organization is founded upon.

Employees and interns carry out the mission of Transform Minnesota every day to our clients, visitors and guests. Therefore it is vital that all staff and interns uphold and implement behaviors that are consistent with the values of Transform Minnesota.

The Bible The basis of our core values, our statement of faith and our code of conduct is the Bible, the inspired, only infallible, authoritative Word of God. We believe that it was uniquely, verbally and fully inspired by the Holy Spirit and that it was written without error. It is the supreme and final authority in all matters on which it speaks. Therefore, we stand together against all that the Bible clearly condemns including but not limited to; sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, anger, rage, malice, slander, abusive speech and any activities that are illegal (Exodus 20: 2- 17, Colossians 3:5-11, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10).

Restoration of Relationships We believe that our relationships should reflect the love Christ has for us (John 13:34-35 We understand there can be conflict and discord in human relationships. We will seek to pursue harmony and forgiveness with one another and engage and participate in restorative counsel when needed (Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Hebrews 12:14).

Christian Community We believe that we experience growth and life from fellowship with other believers and therefore we will participate in a local Christian community (Hebrews 10:25, Matthew 18:20).

Marriage and Sexuality We define marriage as being a covenant between one man and one woman (Genesis 2:18-25, Matthew 19:4-5), that sexuality is a gift from God and sexual relations are to be exercised and enjoyed exclusively within that covenantal relationship (Hebrews 13:4). Therefore, we will abstain from sexual immorality such as, but not limited to, pornography, pre-marital sexual relations, adultery, same sex intimacy and/or sexual relations (1 Corinthians 6:9-10).

Physical Gender We believe God creates each person in His image as two distinct sexes; male and female. The determination of one's gender is physically revealed at birth and the decision to alter gender later in life is contrary to God's sovereign design and plan (Genesis 1:26-28, Matthew 19:4- 5). While we show love and grace to the transgender community, we do not support attempts or changes made via medical, psychological, or any other intervention, to one's given biological birth sex in order to self-select gender or sexual identity.

Human Life We believe that all life is sacred and we will value human life as being created by God in His image (Psalm 139: 13-16). Human life is of inestimable worth in all its dimensions, including the pre-born, the aged, the physically or mentally challenged, and every other stage or condition from conception through natural death. We will therefore defend, protect and value all human life. We do not condone and will not participate and/or facilitate in the taking of any life before the natural end of life; in particular abortion, murder or assisted suicide (Deuteronomy 5:17, 1 John 3:15).

Racial Reconciliation We believe that God has put us on this earth for a purpose; to love God and to love others (Galatians 5:14). We will honor the dignity and worth of all people with our words and actions as we strive for racial reconciliation (Ephesians 2:14-16, Galatians 3:28).

Religious Freedom We believe in the value of religious freedom. We will respect and defend the religious freedom of others as we fight for the protection of our Christian religious freedoms.

Forgiveness and Redemption We believe in redemption and restoration and will support individuals as they pursue repentance, forgiveness and reconciliation. We will encourage individuals as they seek restoration with God, others and society (Ezekiel 18:21-23, 1 John 1:9, 2 Peter 3:9).

I acknowledge that I have received and read the above Code of Conduct. I understand and agree to adhere with these statements.

Applicable to Transform Minnesota, Arrive Ministries, Damascus Way Reentry Center, New Life Family Services

Acknowledgement and Agreement

In order to adequately fulfill the mission of Transform Minnesota, it is imperative that all persons employed by Transform Minnesota, in any capacity, or who serve as interns, understand and agree toabide by the Statement of Faith, Core Values and Code of Conduct, which may be further defined in specific Resolutions adopted by the Transform Minnesota Board of Directors. Board adopted resolutions may be found on the Transform Minnesota website or may be disseminated directly to employees, volunteers and interns.

I have read, understand and agree to abide by the Statement of Faith, Core Values and Code of Conduct. I understand that behavior or promotion that contradicts these statements will impede and burden the integrity and religious mission of Transform Minnesota and its affiliate ministries. understand that actions, teaching or advocacy contrary to these statements may be grounds for termination as an intern or employee (for just cause without notice or pay in lieu of notice).

Applicable to Transform Minnesota, Arrive Ministries, Damascus Way Reentry Center, New Life Family Services