Elders
Our form of church government is Presbyterian, which means our church is governed by elders. (Presbyterian come from the Greek word meaning “elder”.) An elder is a biblically qualified man who has been nominated, trained, examined, elected, and ordained to oversee the spiritual affairs of the church. He is a spiritual shepherd of the congregation. The Bible gives specific qualifications for those who fill this office (1 Timothy 3:1-7).
The following men are currently serving as elders at Covenant:
- Steve Vos (clerk)
- Keith Posey
- Sam Chhim
- Rod Staton
- Jeff Stockwell
Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood.
Acts 20:28
Deacons
Deacon comes from the Greek word for “servant.” A deacon is a biblically qualified man who has been nominated, trained, examined, elected, and ordained to lead the congregation in works of service and mercy. The Bible also gives specific qualifications for those who fill this office (1 Timothy 3:8-13).
The following men are currently serving as deacons at Covenant:
- Bob Reed
- Brad Davis
- Tom Vos
- Dave Pinson
And let our people also learn to maintain good works, to meet urgent needs, that they may not be unfruitful.
Titus 3:14