Common use of Statement of Faith Clause in Contracts

Statement of Faith. (a) It is an inherent genuine occupational requirement and essential condition of employment and continuing employment that an employee possesses and maintains a firm personal belief consistent with the Statement of Faith of the School, together with an active commitment to and involvement with a Christian church holding a doctrinal position consistent with the Statement of Faith. Accordingly, all employees are expected by the School to possess and maintain throughout the term of this Agreement a firm personal belief consistent with the Statement of Faith of the School, together with an active commitment to and involvement with a Christian church holding a doctrinal position consistent with the Statement of Faith. At the least, such an active commitment requires regular and frequent attendance at the Church’s worship services. (b) Should an employee cease to have a firm personal belief consistent with the Statement of Faith or cease to maintain an active commitment to and involvement with an appropriate Christian church the employee shall inform the School. (c) If this situation continues after counselling and an opportunity for restoration, the school may terminate the employee’s employment in accordance with the normal requirements relating to termination.