September 20, 2026
12:00-1:00 pm
Multi Purpose Room
The elders propose the following change to Article 2, Section B of our Constitution & Bylaws, concerning the office of Elder:
Current wording: The ratio of Lay Elders to Staff Pastors must not be less than 2:1. In the event the ratio falls below 2:1, the Lay Elders may appoint a former Lay Elder who is currently a member in good standing to fill the position, until a new Lay Elder is selected as specified in Section C below.
Proposed new wording : The ratio of Lay Elders to Staff Pastors must be a simple majority. In the event the ratio falls below a simple majority, the Lay Elders may appoint a former Lay Elder who is currently a member in good standing to fill the position, until a new Lay Elder is selected as specified in Section C below.
Since this motion concerns a change to one of our Core Documents, a congregational vote on the motion will take place at the next Members’ Meeting on November 15, 2026. The Elders welcome questions and feedback at this meeting.