How are elders chosen?
When the church’s existing elders discern that additional elders are needed, they consider men from the congregation who fit the qualifications for eldership as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-16 and Titus 1:5-9. They may also invite the congregation to suggest men worthy of consideration. An elder candidate completes a questionnaire regarding his spiritual life, personal history, and family life. The candidate appears before the elder board to discuss his candidacy. After the elders’ initial review and approval of the elder candidate, the candidate’s name is placed in the church bulletin for 30 days for response from the congregation. After successful completion of that 30-day period, the candidate becomes an elder of the church.
