![]() ![]() ![]() We have come to ordain and install elders and deaconsĬhrist alone is the source of all Christian ministry, ![]() When reelected the following order shall be used as an installation.Īfter the sermon and the prayer for blessing on the Word, as part of the Response to God, the presiding minister shall begin: The BCO (Chapter 1, Part I, Article 2, Section 15) directs that the names of elder sand deacons-elect shall be published in the church on three successive Sundays preceding their installation in order that the board of elders may consider legitimate objections.Įlders and deacons may be reelected, but shall not be reordained. These shall be made known to the congregation prior to election to office and these office holders shall acquaint themselves therewith. The ecclesiastical duties of elders and deacons are set forth in the Book of Church Order ( BCO), Chapter 1, Part I, Articles 1-6. ![]()
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