Our Elders

All the elders at Friendly Avenue understand they are men who:

• Pray for the church
• Provide a good example in the way they conduct their lives
• Teach and train others
• Exhort, encourage, and nurture others
• Protect the church from unhealthy teaching
• Settle disputes between church members
• Spiritually feed the church
• Lead the church
• Serve the church

All elders take equal responsibility for all aspects of the body. From time to time they will form subcommittees of elders to help carry out their work in greater efficiency. The elders also work closely with the staff, deacons and ministry leaders to make sure the body is caring for itself and growing. At Friendly, the elders are the highest human authority on matters of practice and belief. They serve faithfully under the authority of Christ and His word.

Invitation to meet with the elders – The elders meet the first two Monday nights of the month at 6:30 PM. The first half hour of each meeting is open to church members with prior notification. Please contact the communication elder of the month or the church office to schedule time during an elder’s meeting.