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Officer Nomination Form
Use this form to nominate someone to the office of Elder or Deacon at New City Church.
It is not necessary to re-nominate anyone
who is already an officer
of the Church. The list of current officers can be seen
here
.
PLEASE NOTE:
This form cannot be saved mid-way through. Please be sure you have time to complete the form before beginning. Once submitted, you will be able to return to the form and make changes. We estimate this process will take between 5 and 15 minutes.
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Your Membership Status
Nominations cannot be anonymous but the information you provide on this form will be kept confidential among the Officers on the Nominations Committee.
The following questions are about THE PERSON MAKING THE NOMINATION:
First Name
Last Name
Your Membership Status
Covenant Partner in good standing
Other
Thank you for your interest in nominating someone to serve as an officer or deacon!
We appreciate your willingness to participate in this process. Nominations for officers and deacons may only be submitted by Covenant Partners of New City Church. If you are interested in becoming a Covenant Partner, we would love to connect with you!
You are welcome to fill out the
Connect Card
, and someone from our team will be in touch with you.
Thank you again for your interest and your desire to participate in the life of our church!
Biblical Accountability
Scripture requires that we elect officers who are biblically qualified. Please take a moment to review the applicable passages in your Bible. Please pray and ask that the Holy Spirit will guide you through this nomination process. Then please check all that apply:
I have read 1 Timothy 3:1-7 - The Qualifications for Elders
I have read 1 Timothy 3:8-13 - The Qualifications for Deacons
I have read Titus 1:5-9 - The Qualifications for Elders
I have prayed over my decision to nominate this person as an officer in Jesus' Church.
The Nominee
It is okay if you don't know the answer to every question. Please provide the best information that you do know firsthand.
The following questions are about THE PERSON BEING NOMINATED
Nominee's First and Last Name
Which office is this person being nominated for?
Deacon
Elder
I don't know the difference
I'm not sure which he is best suited for
NOT A RECENT CONVERT
How long has he been a believer?
0-3 years
4 or more years
I don't know
ABOVE REPROACH | UPRIGHT | HOLY | LOVER OF GOOD | DISCIPLINED | CLEAR CONSCIENCE | BLAMELESS
Has it been your observation that his life is characteristic of a man who is endeavoring to live as a faithful follower of Jesus? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
HUSBAND OF ONE WIFE
If married, has it been your observation that he is faithful to his wife, that he is the head of his household, and that he loves his wife as Christ loves the Church? Yes, No, He's Not Married, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
SEXUAL BOUNDARIES
Has it been your observation that he maintains healthy boundaries with women? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
HIS WIFE
If married, has it been your observation that his wife is dignified, not a gossip, sober-minded, and faithful? Yes, No, He's Not Married, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
HIS CHILDREN
If he has children, has it been your observation that his children are well-behaved and submissive to his authority? Yes, No, He's Not a Father, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
NOT ARROGANT OR CONCEITED
Has it been your observation that he demonstrates a life marked by humility; considering others to be more important than himself? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
NOT QUARRELSOME | QUICK-TEMPERED
Has it been your observation that he is a peacemaker; slow to anger, and patient with others even when they may disagree with him? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
SOBER-MINDED | SELF-CONTROLLED | NOT ADDICTED
Has it been your observation that he lives a life in freedom from addiction and besetting sin? Please consider the use of alcohol, drugs, gambling, pornography, cigarettes, marijuana, food, etc... Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
GENTLE | NON-VIOLENT
Would you characterize him as a gentle man who would not generally consider violence as a means to resolve conflict? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
NOT GREEDY FOR GAIN
Do you believe him to be content with God's provision in his life and not unduly motivated by a desire for wealth, power, or the accumulation of things? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
HOSPITABLE
Would you describe him as welcoming; in his home, at his place of business, and at church? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
HOLDS FIRM TO THE WORD
Has it been your observation that he is familiar with God's Word and committed to upholding the truth of it? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
ABLE TO TEACH OTHERS
Has it been your observation that he is able to come alongside others, helping them to understand God's truth and apply it to their lives? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
ABLE TO REBUKE
Has it been your observation that he is able to endure confrontation, upholding God's truth and speaking truth in love? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
RESPECTABLE | WELL THOUGHT OF BY OUTSIDERS | DIGNIFIED | GOOD STANDING
Would you say that he maintains a pleasant physical appearance? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
REPUTATION
Has it been your observation that he has relationships with people outside of the Church and is generally respected by them? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
NOT DOUBLE-TONGUED
Has it been your observation that he is honest and consistent with his words? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
TESTED FIRST
Would you say that he has already been serving within the Church, doing the kinds of things that one would expect from a Church officer? Yes, No, or I Don't Know are acceptable answers but feel free to elaborate.
Any other comments?
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