We met for ten weeks as a church family for a time of fellowship, worship and teaching. 

The teaching focused on what the Bible says about eldership and the development of

spiritual leaders in our church. Topics covered with notes attached: 

What is congregational eldership?  (p. 3)

What is the biblical basis for elders?  (p. 5)

What is congregationalism?  (p. 10)

What is the role of an elder?  (p. 15)

What is the role of a church member?  (p. 20)

What is the role of a deacon?  (p. 26)

What does eldership look like in practice?

What are the qualifications for elders and deacons?

What are the qualifications for members?  (p. 27)

How are elders appointed?  (p. 31)

Here is the complete summary of those teachings on Deacons, Elders, and Membership