Elders

Elders are nominated and elected by the congregation and act as their representatives.  They serve for three-year terms and may serve a second term after which they may not be nominated for one year.  They are part of the session which is comprised of the pastor, associate pastor(s), and here at Mechanicsburg Presbyterian Church, there are 21 ruling elders.  Elders must not be power hungry, petty, or vindictive but must be spiritually wise, committed primarily to following Jesus Christ as his servants, and of high moral character.  Elders must be men and women who are not only committed to Presbyterian principles of government; they must also be those who are constantly open to change and the fresh breezes of the Holy Spirit, which give the church vitality and new opportunities to do God’s work.