Welcome to our AGM 2024 Please read through the agenda and additional information you might need

Nominations for board positions

Nominations

1. Availability

  • There are 2 positions that will need to be filled out this year. One is the Treasury position.

  • With the previous Treasurer stepping down we have installed Elaine Dohan as our fill in in the meantime but as further discussion arose she has opted to stay in the position so the board will be asking for a ratification on the Treasury position.

  • This will be on a 3 year term

2. Open Board Member Slot

  • This position is open for nomination

  • Please note that there are some requirements to be eligible for this position,

  • These are the Qualifications:

  • Active Church Membership: Candidates must have been active members of the church for no less than one year, demonstrating consistent involvement and commitment to the church community.

  • Scriptural Qualifications:

    • Acts 6:3 (ESV): "Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty." This highlights the need for nominees to be well-regarded, spiritually mature, and wise.

    • 1 Timothy 3:6-12 (ESV): These verses detail the qualifications for overseers and deacons, including being above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money, managing their own household well, and having a good reputation with those outside the church. Deacons must hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience, and their wives must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded and faithful in all things.

  • Demonstrated Leadership and Administrative Qualities: Candidates should have shown good judgment, leadership, and administrative abilities in their past endeavors, whether within the church setting or in their professional lives. This includes the ability to make wise decisions, lead teams effectively, and manage church resources responsibly.

  • Committed Relationship with Jesus Christ: Nominees must have demonstrated a true and committed relationship with Jesus Christ. This is evident through their lifestyle, choices, and the way they relate to others, reflecting their faith and adherence to Christian principles.

  • Service Limitation: After serving for six consecutive years on the board, a member is not eligible for re-election for a period of one year, ensuring fresh perspectives and preventing burnout.

  • Disclaimer:

    Please note that in accordance with our Constitution and Bylaws, specifically By-Law 8.3.2, the nomination committee, comprised of the Pastor and the Church Board of Directors, reserves the right to review and vet all nominations for board member positions. This review process ensures that all nominees meet the specified qualifications as outlined in our governing documents and scriptural references. As part of this vetting process, the nomination committee holds the authority to reject any candidate who does not fulfill these criteria, as detailed under By-Law 8.3.2. This measure is in place to maintain the integrity of our leadership and ensure that all board members are equipped to serve effectively and in alignment with our church’s values and mission. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of all members in this process.

AGM Agenda - April 28th, 2024

1. Opening Prayer and Devotional

  • Start the meeting with an opening prayer and a brief devotional to set the spiritual tone for the gathering.

2. Acceptance of Previous Meeting Minutes

  • Review and approve the minutes from the previous AGM or any other general meetings that have occurred since the last AGM.

3. Treasurer's Report

  • Presentation of the financial report for the past fiscal year, including income, expenses, and the financial position of the church.

4. Ministries Report

  • Reports from various ministry leaders on the activities, accomplishments, and challenges of their respective ministries over the past year.

5. Election of Officers

  • Presentation of nominees for board member positions, followed by voting. The process should adhere to the nomination and election procedures as outlined in the bylaws.

6. Unfinished Business

  • Discussion and resolution of any business carried over from the previous year or any unresolved issues that need to be addressed.

7. New Business

  • Introduction and discussion of new proposals, plans, and initiatives for the upcoming year. This is an opportunity for members to bring forth any matters they believe should be considered by the congregation.

8. Adjournment

  • Formal closure of the meeting with a closing prayer, thanking members for their participation and contribution.

Ensure to remind members of the importance of their contributions to the discussion and decisions made during the AGM, as these significantly impact the direction and effectiveness of the church's ministry and operations​​.