Our Leadership & Staff
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Our form of church government is presbyterian, originating from the Latin word “presbyter” meaning “elder.” The Bible indicates that a group of godly and qualified men should be elected and ordained to lead an individual church as Teaching Elders (TE) known as "pastors" and Ruling Elders (RE) known as "lay-elders." The qualifications for these men are listed in the Bible according to 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. They are to be qualified, nominated, trained, examined, and ordained to oversee the spiritual affairs of the church. Within the Presbyterian denomination, elders are elected to serve a term of three years on the Session, which assembles every month to conduct the business of the church. Lastly, elders govern according to three roles:
- Oversight – guarding the spiritual health and purity of the congregation
- Governance – maintaining the order and peace of the church
- Nurture – shepherding the congregation by teaching, equipping, evangelizing, building community, and fulfilling other spiritual tasks which nurture maturity. If you have special needs, contact your Elder.
- Oversight – guarding the spiritual health and purity of the congregation
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The leadership of our church also involves the service of Deacons. In the Greek language deacon is defined as “one who waits on tables.” The Scriptures identify a deacon as a godly man who is qualified, nominated, examined, and ordained to serve the church. The Bible likewise gives his qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:8-13. Deacons serve according to three roles:
- Helps – assisting the practical needs of the congregation
- Mercy – directing the church beyond its borders to love others practically
- Maintenance – managing the building and grounds of the church
- Helps – assisting the practical needs of the congregation