As a member, we encourage you to submit the names of men you would like to recommend for consideration as an Elder.

Please send the names to Barbara Conner at bconner@fcclife.org no later than Sunday, September 26th.

Elders must meet the qualifications listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9 as listed below:

1 Timothy 3:2

husband of one wife - not divorced

self-controlled - not easily angered

hospitable - uses resources for the Kingdom

able to teach - ability to communicate

1 Timothy 3:3

not addicted to wine - willing to practice abstinence for the sake of testimony

not a lover of money - one who tithes

1 Timothy 3:4 - manage his own family well - modeling Christ in the home

1 Timothy 3:6 - not a new convert - member of FCC for at least 12 months

Titus 1:8 - disciplined - attendance, time with God, sharing their faith

Titus 1:9 - sound doctrine - agreement with the Baptist Faith & Message.

Practical Functions 

·     Models to our church and community what it means to follow Christ.

·     Assists the ministerial staff in guiding the church forward in vision and policies.

·     Assist in the observance of the Lord's Supper.

·     Support those being baptized by attending baptismal services.

·     Oversee the process of pastor/staff in annual reviews.

·     Attend monthly meetings from 6:15-7:45 AM.

·     This is a 4 year commitment.