Recommendation for Elder
Each September and early October the BelPres Nominating Committee seeks recommendations from the congregation and staff for candidates for the next class of church elders, which begin a three-year term the following May. Elders are an essential part of our leadership here at BelPres Church. Elders are elected from among our members and should express the rich diversity of the congregation’s membership and provide assurance of participation and representation. Prior church governance experience is not required; training is provided.
If you know someone who loves Jesus and our church, is committed to this community, and demonstrates compassionate leadership, please recommend them for leadership!
What are the roles and responsibilities of these elders?
Seeks spiritual discernment while leading in church government.
Attends monthly Session meetings (the Session is the church’s governing and leadership body elected by the congregation).
Regularly participates in spiritual growth activities including personal and group prayer, Bible study, fasting, worship, tithing, and serving.
Works to further the church’s faithfulness to the Word of God.
What qualifications and characteristics are important for a candidate to possess? (Refer to I Timothy 3: 1 – 7)
Committed member of Bellevue Presbyterian Church. (If they are not yet a member, do you sense they might be willing to become a member?)
Mature follower of Jesus, as represented in their prayer life, participating in regular Bible study, and attending worship regularly.
Specific evidence of caring and compassionate leadership.