¶10.1 The local church may organize the following auxiliary groups and others as it deems necessary. Within these groups, the following officers, and any others believed appropriate, may be elected: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

¶10.2 The Bethel Methodist Men:

The official men’s organization of the Bethel Methodist Church shall be known as The Bethel Methodist Men.

It is composed of men, both members and non-members united by the common purpose of service to God and the Bethel Methodist Church.

Its purpose is to work in cooperation with the pastor to develop the spiritual life of men in the church by: Conducting Bible studies and prayer meetings as well as spiritual and social functions for both men and boys in the local church.

Other goals may include: instructing the young men of the church in church citizenship, stewardship and leadership by precept and example; and being attentive and responsive to the needs of groups, committees and individuals in the local church.

¶10.3 The Bethel Methodist Women:

The official women’s organization of the Bethel Methodist Church shall be known as The Bethel Methodist Women.

It is composed of women, both members and non-members united by the common purpose of service to God and the Bethel Methodist Church.

Its purpose is to unite the women of the Bethel Methodist Church in a continued, organized effort to develop Christian living and service by: promoting a wider knowledge and interest in both home and world missions; supporting and encouraging the Christian education of young people; and conducting Bible studies and prayer meetings as well as spiritual and social functions for both women and girls in the local church.

¶10.4 The Bethel Methodist Youth:

The official youth organization of the Bethel Methodist Church shall be known as The Bethel Methodist Youth.

It is composed of youth, both members and non-members of Primary (3^rd through 6^th Grades), Junior High, High School and College age.

Its purpose is to provide a spiritual and social environment apart from the influences of the world.

Activities shall include an appropriate balance of spiritual and social functions such as regular Bible studies, training in Christian service and leadership in the church, positive peer influence, spiritual enrichment, afterglows, youth camps and retreats, and other activities deemed appropriate by the youth leaders/sponsors, pastor and Board of Stewards. The Bethel Methodist Youth should also take advantage of opportunities to be of service to the local church by being attentive and responsive to the needs of groups and individuals within the church family. This may include participation in regular church services, assistance in Vacation Bible School, Sunday School classes, nursery and other areas of church life.