• 2027 Deacon Nomination

    Nomination forms must be submitted by August 31, 2026

  • Overview

    The Deacon body will serve in accordance with the scriptures as a support for Gospel ministry both in and through the church.  Each deacon shall in every way meet the scriptural qualifications for the diaconate as set forth in Acts 6:2-3 and in 1 Timothy 3:8-13.  The word “deacon” comes from the Greek word meaning “servant.”  The office of deacon is a spiritual and biblical role established in the New Testament as a servant leader within the church.  Deacons are described as ones who serve the church to strengthen Gospel ministry, care for those in the church and in the community, and faithfully promote a unified spirit within the church.

    Responsibilities and Qualifications

    The Deacons will pray for the membership, the church Staff, and themselves. Care for the physical, temporal, and spiritual needs of the individual members of the church.  Tend to the physical details related to the corporate gatherings of the church (greeting, security, serving the Lord’s Supper, assisting with baptism, etc.).  Administer financial and physical assistance to church members in need.  Conduct ministries that meet needs and proclaim the Gospel (Acts 7 and 8).  The role of Deacons is further explained and substantiated in the North Trenholm Deacon Handbook, which will be available as a separate document maintained by the diaconate and approved by the Elders.

    Selection and Structure

    Yearly, the Elders will receive nominations from the membership for Deacon candidates and after vetting the nominations for those who meet the requirements of an active member, the deacon body shall qualify and select candidates to be recommended to the membership for an affirmation vote.  Every deacon requires a three-fourths (75%) affirmative vote by the members in the membership meeting.  Each Deacon will serve for three-year terms, and considerations for reappointment to consecutive terms must come as a recommendation from both the Elder and the Deacon Body.

    Please take time to read Acts 6:2-3 and in 1 Timothy 3:8-13, which describe the qualifications of a Deacon before completing the form.  This nomination should be completed and submitted without informing the one being nominated.

    Current Deacons:     

    Bill Anderson, Matthew Armand, Joey Bennett, Ken Burghardt, Nathan Emerick, Brandon Flynt, Jim Gay, Ron Herd, Andrew Holladay, John McLean, Jeremy Nates, Brian Nelson, John Norris, Mark Olivarri, Mark Seay, Bronson Shanley, Philip Snuffer, Ray Sturkie, Michael Todd, Nic Touchstone

     

  • Are you a member of North Trenholm Baptist Church?*

  • Please answer all questions. If clarification or comments are needed to help explain your choices, please use "Additional Comments" section at the end of this form.  If you do not know if the nominee is qualified in an area or the question doesn’t apply, mark the “Don’t Know/DA” column.  This is an acceptable answer and will not be held against the nominee.

    Please sign this form (unsigned forms will NOT be accepted) upon completion. Again, please remember this form is to be completed and submitted without informing the one being nominated.

  • Deacon Qualifications

  • In their spiritual life...

  • Is the nominee saved and not a recent convert?*
  • Have they been a member of North Trenholm for more than 12 months?*
  • Do you consider them spiritually mature, able to make wise, biblically sound decisions?*
  • Are they a disciple-maker?*
  • Are they a person of prayer?*
  • Do they love God’s Word, evidenced in their commitment to read, study, and memorize it?*
  • Are they a person known for sound scriptural doctrine, able to encourage those who don’t understand, and to refute those who oppose it?*
  • Do you believe they hold firmly to biblical truth with a clear conscience, no matter what the cost is personally?*
  • Do they live a life that is consistent with the spiritual convictions as listed in our Bylaws and Statement of Faith?*
  • Are they gracious?*

  • In their personal life...

  • Do you know them to be self-controlled, wise, peaceable and gentle?*
  • Are they generous and sacrificial with their money, not focused on the acquisition of wealth, and do they obtain all their money in an honest and straightforward manner?*
  • Are they humble, patient, honest, and disciplined?*
  • Are they above reproach, having no conduct that can be attacked?*
  • Do they meet the scriptural qualifications for the diaconate as set forth in Acts 6:2-3 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13.*
  • Are they willing to faithfully support the total programs of the church, regularly attend Worship Services, a Sunday School Class, Deacons’ Meetings and Training and Membership Meetings of the Church.*

  • In their family life...

  • Do they manage their family well, assuming responsibility as spiritual leader?*
  • If single, are they self-controlled?*
  • If married, are they completely committed to their spouse?*
  • Is their spouse a believer?*
  • Do their children respect and obey them, not being open to the charge of being wild and disobedient?*
  • Are their children believers?*
  • Will others want to imitate the way they serve their family?*

  • In their social life...

  • Are they kind and hospitable to others?*
  • Are they a friend to strangers?*
  • Do they show favoritism in their relationships with others?*
  • Do they have a blameless reputation?*

  • Overall...

  • Do you believe they are committed to North Trenholm’s mission to Share the Gospel, Make Disciples, and Live on Mission?*
  • Do you believe they are supportive of North Trenholm’s approach to ministry?*
  • Do you believe this is a servant people of North Trenholm’s will want to imitate?*
  • Can you recommend that they be considered for Deacon without any reservations?*

  • DEACON RESPONSIBILITIES

    Please include comments below to explain and support your nomination.
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