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 11th, 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 CANDIDATES

CANDIDATES

Jorge Fogaca De Carvalho

ELDER CANDIDATE

Read Jorge's Bio
The Lord brought my family and I to Clemson Presbyterian Church in 2023, where He has graciously given me opportunities to serve in a variety of ways. By His grace, I have been blessed to teach Sunday School alongside other men, help facilitate discussions in a community group, serve on the Missions Ministry Team, and contribute in other areas of the life of the church. Prior to moving to Clemson, the Lord afforded me to serve as a ruling elder in a PCA church in Brevard, as well as a youth leader and Sunday School teacher. I am humbled and honored to come before the members of Clemson Presbyterian as a candidate for the office of ruling elder, and I look forward to seeing how the Lord may use my family and I to serve His church. 

Bobby Sherard

ELDER CANDIDATE

Read Bobby's Bio
Bobby Sherard is a devoted follower of Christ and a dedicated member of the Clemson Presbyterian Church community. With a heart to encourage, Bobby has loved serving in the music and children's ministries since arriving at CPC in 2022. He is excited for more servant leadership opportunities to bless the congregation. With 20 years of campus ministry experience, Bobby and his family serve as the local team leaders for Athletes in Action at Clemson University.  As an elder candidate, Bobby seeks to humbly serve and support the spiritual growth and well-being of the CPC family. 

Eddie Hudson

DEACON CANDIDATE

Read Eddie's Bio
Eddie Hudson is a lover of the Lord and dedicated member of the Clemson Presbyterian Church. A follower of Christ for many years, he and his wife, Susan, have been members of the church for four years and are very happy to be a part of and serve alongside this church family. Professionally, Eddie served thirty-six years in the United States Naval Submarine Service. He is committed to supporting the church’s mission, caring for members in need, and helping steward the resources entrusted
to the congregation. He considers it a privilege to serve as a Deacon as he seeks to build up the body of Christ and advance the gospel in the church and community.

Andrew Miller

DEACON CANDIDATE

Read Andrew's Bio
Andrew Miller is a faithful member of Clemson Presbyterian Church and follow or Christ. He is involved in a number of different community and other volunteer groups including with young professionals. While he has grown up at Clemson Pres. him and his wife have been a part of the church for a number of years together. He is plugged into his community and while work at Reliable Sprinkler likes to help out and give any other time to people in need and the church. As a deacon candidate Andrew seeks to humbly serve the church through mercy ministries and the care of the people and facilities faithfully.

John Sherard

DEACON CANDIDATE

Read John's Bio
John Sherard has been a follower of Christ for 56 years and is a member of Clemson Presbyterian Church. John’s gifts lean in the areas of helps, administration, and his training and profession involve evangelism and
discipleship. John and his wife, Jan, have been part of the CPC family since 2024. Professionally, John and Jan are beginning their 50 th year this fall as fulltime campus staff with Cru (25 years with undergrad ministry, 15 with Athletes in Action, and beginning our 10 th year with the Grad ministry of Faculty Commons). As a Deacon candidate, John seeks to use his gifts in the areas of mercy ministry
and help meet the needs of the church body.