How does this process affect the work of nominating committees and nominations from the floor of vestry?
It is important that the people being voted into office at congregational vestry meetings be willing and able to meet the requirements of the position, as set out in the job description. When a person is approached about letting their name stand for office, either by an individual parishioner or by a nominations committee, it is important that they see the job description so they are fully aware of the entire scope of the position, including the screening requirements. It is suggested that job descriptions be available in a prominent place, perhaps in a binder format, so that people can look them over when necessary. Voting or appointing a person to a specific ministry must be conditional on their ability to meet the screening requirements.
