Christ Presbyterian Church

 And God has appointed in the church first apostles, second prophets, third teachers; then deeds of power, then gifts of healing, forms of assistance, forms of leadership, various kinds of tongues. 1 Corinthians 12:28

Elders are chosen by the people. Together with Pastor, they exercise leadership, government, and discipline and have responsibilities for the life and members of Christ Presbyterian Church as well as the church at large, including ecumenical relationships. They shall serve faithfully as members of the session.

Elders should be persons of faith, dedication, and good judgment. Their manner of life should be a demonstration of the Christian gospel, both within the church and in the world. Those who are called to office in the church are to lead a life in obedience to Scripture and in conformity to the historic confessional standards of the church. It is necessary to the integrity and health of the church that elders who serve on session adhere to the essentials of the Reformed faith and polity as expressed in the Book of Confessions and the Book of Order.

It is the duty of elders, individually and jointly, to strengthen and nurture the faith and life of Christ Presbyterian Church. Together with the pastor, they should encourage the people in the worship and service of God, equip and renew them for their tasks within the church and for their mission in the world, visit and comfort and care for the people, with special attention to the poor, the sick, the lonely, and those who are oppressed. They should cultivate their ability to teach the Bible. Those duties which all Christians are bound to perform by the law of love are especially incumbent upon elders because of their calling to office and are to be fulfilled by them as official responsibilities.