Structure
Because of our emphasis on the church as a local company of baptized believers, it is not surprising that the local church is at the centre of the life of the Association. It is the front line of mission to the world. There are presently 113 churches in the Association. They are self-governing and self-financing.
Churches' Council
Each church appoints at least two representatives to for the Association Churches' Council. It is the body meeting twice each year which appoints the committees and Association Officers, approves the policy and practice of the Association and reviews the undertaken on its behalf.
Executive Committee
Between meetings of the Churches' Council the work of the Association is under the control of the Executive Committee, 18 Church Representatives appointed by the Council.
Management Committees
There are 8 Management Committees which are responsible for the work carried on by the Association departments.
1. Baptist Missions
the main aims of Baptist Missions is evangelization of others and establishing and fostering churches of the Baptist faith and order
2. Baptist Women
Encourages women to play their full part in our life and witness by promoting fellowship, prayer, study and conference
3. Baptist Youth
Fosters and promotes the churches' ministry among children and young people
4. Northern and Southern Regional Development Committee
Promote fellowship among the churches through shared evangelism and conference
5. Training
Promotes training among the churches and operates the Irish Baptist College which seeks to train men and women for pastoral and necessary services
6. Finance and Services Committees
Service the financial and administrative work of the Association
7. Caring Ministries
By means of the Orphan Society, Annuity Fund and Baptist Aid provides support for those in need.