CCC utilizes a representative form of government.  A board of elders acts as overseers and representatives of the congregation and are accountable to the people and to Jesus Christ as the Head of the church.

By contrast, the congregational system involves election of officers by the people.  Congregational voting is used to decide issues and policies.  While this system has been in place with various governments and some church bodies for years, we believe the representative form is more biblically based.

The Elder Board  at CCC is self-perpetuating, selecting their own replacements based on qualifications in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.  Elders are chosen on a rotating basis for a maximum term of three years.

The elders are responsible to clarify the vision and mission of CCC through prayerful decisions regarding policy and philosophy of ministry.  The elders meet the second Tuesday of each month.  Congregational meetings are held to discuss and receive input on major decisions such as hiring of pastors, property purchases and building programs.