Elder Recommendation Form 2025

Name

Candidate (please do not notify the person you are recommending)

This address will receive a confirmation email

Are you a member of Faith Church in good standing?

Yes No

Is the candidate a member of Faith Church in good standing?

Yes No

Is he hospitable?

Yes No

Is he one who “loves what is good”?

Yes No

Is he self-controlled?

Yes No

Is he upright, holy, and disciplined?

Yes No

Elders must also have the additional ability to teach in accordance with our church’s reformed theology. Can this man “encourage others by sound doctrine and refute those who oppose it” (Titus 1:9)?

Yes No

Ruling Elders, as Undershepherds, should visit the sick, the bereaved, the lonely, the aged, the shut-in, and all those who have a pastoral need. Will he care for the flock?

Yes No

In your opinion does the candidate have any areas of disagreement with the Westminster Confession of Faith?

State a few examples where the candidate acted in accord with the Biblical principles outlined in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1

Give an example where the candidate showed the ability to teach the basics of the Christian faith – either in a public setting, or in a mentoring capacity

Candidates should love Christ as well as His Church. Cite an example of the candidate’s love for Faith Church

Is the candidate actively serving Faith Church in some capacity at this time?

Give an example where the candidate showed care for someone with a pastoral need?

Is there anything that you know of that would disqualify the candidate from a public leadership position?

Please do not inform the person you are recommending . Did you already discuss this with him?

Yes No

Description

Elder Recommendation - Guideline. The Biblical qualifications for the office of elder are listed in two places: 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. All candidates must be compared to Scripture. Candidates who meet these requirements will be further interviewed by session on theology, views, and spiritual maturity.

Elder Recommendation Form 2025

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