Ephesians 5:23 says that Jesus Christ is the head of the church. With respect to human leadership, our local branch of His church is governed directly by the congregation at regular meetings under a written constitution and bylaws. Matters arising between meetings are resolved by an elected council representing the various groups within the congregation or, if this council wants or needs to have the congregation decide, by specially called congregational meetings. Preaching to and pastoral care of the congregation is provided by our called pastor.