The Code of the New Covenant Knight
To carry out God’s Grace Mission, a member must adhere to a standard of conduct that reflects the character of the Gospel. This is the “rule” by which we live and serve.
1. The Principle of Gentleness
The modern crusade is won through the “soft answer that turns away wrath.”
- Action: We engage in dialogue, not diatribe. We never use the Word as a club to bruise, but as a balm to heal.
2. The Shield of Integrity
Our lives must not contradict our message. If we preach Grace, we must live graciously.
- Action: We practice radical honesty and accountability. A knight’s word is a bond, and their life is a living testimony.
3. The Vow of Inclusion
The Gospel is for “whosoever will.” No one is outside the reach of God’s Grace.
- Action: We actively seek those the world has cast aside. Our “table” is open to the seeker, the skeptic, and the broken.
4. Intellectual Bravery
To spread the Word, we must understand it and the world we live in.
- Action: We commit to lifelong study. We do not fear difficult questions, for the Truth is robust enough to withstand scrutiny.
5. Stealth in Charity
We serve to glorify the Father, not the Order.
- Action: We perform acts of mercy quietly. We seek no earthly accolades, knowing our reward is the advancement of the Mission.
The Insignia: Symbol of the Mission
Since we are moving from the physical to the spiritual, the traditional Templar cross has evolved:
- The Base: A Shield of Faith, but stylized with open edges to show it is a place of refuge, not a closed fortress.
- The Center: A Cross formed by a Sword pointing downward, transitioning into the shape of a Fountain pen or a Scroll. This symbolizes the transition from combat to the “Spreading of the Word.”
- The Light: A sunburst or “Grace-glow” emanating from the center, representing the illumination of the Gospel.