The Highway Forums General Discussion Open Forum How are elders selected?

The two churches I've served in does it this way.

1. A congregation member recommends an Elder candidate. (criteria being in 1 Timothy 2 and Titus 1)

2. The candidates will complete an officer training class.

3. The Session will examine the candidates.

4. Candidates approved by the Session will be voted on by the congregation.

4. If candidates receive a majority of the votes, then they will be ordained and installed as an elder.

In general, the problem I see in church officer elections is that the criteria is often based on the person's likability, or success in business and professional instead of their spiritual walk.