Elder & Deacon Elections

Each fall, we nominate a new class of elder & deacon candidates and we vote on the current candidates. Scroll down to learn more about the process and meet the candidates!

Elder & DEacon ELECTIONS

This current class of candidates has been in training since the congregation nominated them last fall. The training covered biblical knowledge, theology, church government, and practical ministry. This summer they all passed their examinations and the Session is pleased to place them before the congregation for election.

During September, read the bios of the men below, ask God for wisdom in voting, and pray for these men as they seek to serve the Lord and the church.

On October 6th, Clemson Pres members will gather for a congregational meeting to vote on these candidates.

HOW DOES BECOMING AN OFFICER WORK?

In the PCA, officers (elders & deacons) are elected by the congregation through a process overseen by the Session (the governing body of elders). 
  1. Nomination: Candidates are identified and nominate for office (BCO 24-1).
  2. Qualification: The Nominating Committee ensures nominees meet the Scriptural qualifications for office (BCO 24-2).
  3. Presentation: The congregation learns who the men are and more about them. (BCO 24-3).
  4. Election: The congregation elects officers by written ballot, with a majority vote required (BCO 24-4).
  5. Ordination/Installation: Newly elected officers are ordained or installed in a public worship service (BCO 24-5).

This process ensures officers are chosen by the congregation, under the guidance of the Session, and in accordance with Scriptural qualifications. 

MEET THE CANDIDATE

This year's candidate

Fred Sons, Deacon Candidate

My earthly journey of faith started in the Midlands of SC where I grew up in the church, and my paternal grandmother, Essie Lee Arnold Sons hoped and prayed for a preacher in the family. I mark my Senior year of high school as the time when my faith took a very personal turn and I saw my need for Jesus as my Savior. I have attended CPC since 1991 and have loved serving the Lord here, especially as a Sunday School teacher and in the youth group. I am the father of 3 adult daughters and just welcomed my 2nd grandchild. I look forward to the additional opportunities to serve Christ, his body, and his people here as a deacon.