Biblical History
The "elders" (Greek, presbuteros) or "bishops" (episkopos) were the most important officers of the church. The term elder means older one, implying dignity and respect. His position was similar to that of the one who had supervision of the synagogue. The term bishop means "overseer." Paul used these terms interchangeably, equating elders with overseers or bishops (Acts 20:17, 28; Titus 1:5, 7).
Mission:
The mission of the board of elders is to assist in providing spiritual guidance, nurturing and support for the membership, friends and visitors of the Palm Bay Seventh-day Adventist Church and the surrounding community. The local church elders provide spiritual Leadership. He or she must have a good reputation outside and inside the church. The elders lead worship services, nurture and encourage members, and ensure the church thrives. Elders also assist the pastor by visiting sick, shut in members.
Goals:
- Support of Pastoral Staff: Realizing that our calling is to be co-leaders with the
Pastoral staff the elders are committed to preach, teach, advice, encourage and
assist the pastoral staff administratively.
- Evangelism: Following the command of Jesus Christ, the elders are
committed to make disciples of all who are willing to listen to the Gospel of
Jesus Christ as it is outlined in the scriptures.
- Nurturing: The elders are committed to contact, encourage and assist
the membership and visitors of our church as well as community members.
Contact is by telephone, letter, or visitation. Elders console and assist
those who lose loved ones and those who are shut in because of illness,
old age or other disabilities.
First Elder - Vere Weaver
Board of Elders
Howard Bullard
Errol Clarke
Clifford Cole
Eileen Furlonge
Emette Gomes
Guy Hunter
Ral Martin
Nicholas Wright
Arlene Adams
Delroy Bolton
Robert Durant
Josiah Hay
Randy Robinson
