Council
Nomination
Read the role and requirements for a Council Member
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Active Church Members
Council nominees must be an active church member in good standing and acknowledge a commitment to serving on Council in this leadership role. Click here for a role description of a Council member.
2
Not Related
It's harder than you'd think in a church this connected. But South Abbotsford’s governance precludes immediate family members of the Lead Pastor, of the staff, or of any other Council members from serving on Council.
3
High Character Standard
This is not for the faint of heart. We are looking for exemplary people (not perfect mind you). Nominees must sign a covenant to uphold the highest standards of participation, service, supportiveness, and tithing with regard to the church.
4
Role and Standard
The Council shall be the servant leaders of the church and shall have general governance responsibility for the life and ministry of the church, ensuring that everything is done in accordance with the Word of God and the faith and practice of the BC and Canadian Conferences. The Council is accountable to the congregation and shall exercise such authority as is delegated to it by the constitution, the bylaws, and the resolutions of the church.
