Use of Facility Policy for Missionary Grove Baptist Church
Missionary Grove Baptist Church is a Gospel centered church that is committed to do whatever
it takes to share the love of Jesus to our community and the world. We strive to be a local body
of the universal church that unifies all generations for God’s glory. In that spirit, we open our
facility for member and outside group use.
Eligibility
Church members:
Members and groups of MGBC may use the facility at any time provided there is no conflict
with a Church sponsored event.
Outside Groups:
Outside groups include nonprofit organizations, conferences, and groups meeting or events
unrelated to MGBC. These groups may rent the facilities providing their purpose and activities
are consistent with the MGBC values and beliefs. Any outside media, music or material to be
used must not be in conflict with the value and beliefs of MGBC. No outside group event will be
scheduled in conflict with any event of MGBC. A MGBC Representative must be present for an
outside group event.
Ineligible Groups:
Groups or events that conflict with MGBC values, beliefs, bylaws and/or ministry.
Fee
A facility use and cleaning fee of $50 will be due from all eligible outside groups. This fee will
be required at least one week prior to the time of use.
Liability
MGBC will not be responsible for items that are lost, stolen or damaged. Users are responsible
and assume liability for any personal injuries or damages to the facility and/or equipment.
Guidelines for Use
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Absolutely no alcohol is allowed on premises. This includes weddings.
No tobacco products are allowed inside any portion of the facility.
Provocative attire or clothing depicting drugs/alcohol, satanic, or sexually explicit
materials are not to be worn on the premises. Users violating dress code will be asked to
change in order to remain on premises.
Explicit or blasphemous language will not be permitted on premises.
Adherence and acceptance to MGBC Statement of Basic Beliefs and Statement on Faith
of Marriage and Human Sexuality as adopted in MGBC Constitution and By-Laws.
These are found online at our website (www.missionarygrove.com) or can be attained
from our church office in paper copy.
Audio Video Equipment Use: Audio/Video equipment use is restricted to certified
MGBC audio visual technicians.
Childcare: Childcare will not be provided for any outside group event.
Kitchen: Food in the pantry cabinets, refrigerator and freezers are for a ministry of
MGBC and are not to be used by Outside groups. MGBC will not supply any food or
drink item for Outside Events. Outside Groups may use the kitchen ice machine. Caterers
are allowed for Outside Events.
After Event Information
It is expected that all lights will be turned off and doors locked when exiting the facility. If the
Fellowship Hall and Kitchen were used for an event, the Kitchen Check List is to be completed.
Kitchen Check List
All food items found in the kitchen area or refrigerators are for the ministries of MGBC and are
not for use at an outside group event.
Please Complete the Following:
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Gather all trash and placed in outside metal trash bin.
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All food brought for event removed from the building.
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Counter tops, tables and serving tables cleaned.
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Floors swept and mopped.
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Furniture arranged as it was found.
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Bathroom in the order it was found.
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Lights turned off.
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Doors Locked.
Application for Missionary Grove Baptist Church Facility Use
Name of Organization:
Type of Event:
Event Time:
Name of Responsible Person:
Telephone Contact of Responsible Person:
Rooms Requested for Event:
Sanctuary
Fellowship Hall
Contract Agreement with Responsible Party
Having read the Use of Facility for MGBC concerning our event on the above listed date:
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I agree to assume all responsibilities expressed and implied by the Policy.
I agree to abide by and enforce, to the fullest, the intent and purpose of the Policy.
I agree to pay all fees agreed to.
I agree to do my best to insure that the event shall reflect our love for God, and respect
for His people.
Signature:
Name of MGBC representative to attend event:
Telephone:
Amount of Fees Paid:
Date: