The Election of Elders (2): Procedure and Regulations

B. Procedure B. Procedure We have already pointed out that the congregation must be given an active part in the choosing of her officebearers. The consistory, too, has an important duty to perform in regard to the election. Only when these two are combined and cooperatively executed does this matter take place according to the institution of Christ. That the whole procedure must be under the control, guidance and supervision of the consistory is clearly stipulated in Article 22 of the Church...