Christ Covenant Church

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Officer Nomination

Officer Nomination

The Lord calls certain men, as recorded in the Scriptures, to serve Him and His Church in leadership roles as Elders and Deacons. The primary qualification for Elders and Deacons is to be "above reproach" (I Timothy 3:2) or "blameless" (Titus 1:6). Being blameless does not indicate a sinless perfection but being characterized by moral integrity in all areas of life. Specific areas are listed in I Timothy 3:1-13 and Titus 1:5-9.

"It is a trustworthy statement; if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do. An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, uncontentious, free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?); and not a new convert, lest he become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he may not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil. Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain but holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. And let these also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things. Let deacons be husbands of only one wife, and good managers of their children and their own households, For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus." (I Timothy 3:1-13)

 

To be elected to the office of Elder or Deacon at Christ Covenant, the following is required:

  • I attest to the basis of his assurance of salvation (I Tim. 3:9; Titus 1:9). Communing member for at least two years by election date (June 2021),
  • Nomination by two members (from different families) of the congregation,
  • Completion of the Officer Candidate Training Class,
  • Examinations and approval by the Elders to stand for election,
  • Election by congregation.

If you have prayerfully considered the criteria above and gladly nominate a candidate, have communicated your nomination to him, and he has indicated his call to the office, please submit your nomination by completing the officer nomination form by clicking here .