District Governance Team

CONFERENCE PROGRAM AND ARRANGEMENTS TEAM

Biblical Vision

“…but all things should be done decently and in order”
– 1 Corinthians 14: 40, NRSV

Conference Program and Arrangements Team Members:

Description of Work

The Program and Arrangements Team plans and implements the Shenandoah District Conference held annually. Their tasks include:

1. Determining the date and place of the Shenandoah District Conference;
2. Obtaining leadership for the conference;
3. Securing the necessary facilities;
4. Providing for exhibits at the conference;
5. Registering attendees at the conference;
6. Overseeing other related activities pertaining to the conference.

GIFTS DISCERNMENT TEAM

Biblical Vision

“For this reason, I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on of my hands…”
– 2 Timothy 1: 6 (NRSV)

Gifts Discernment Team Members:

Description of Work

The Gifts discernment team is responsible for initiating and coordinating a process for the identification of spiritual gifts among District congregations. Their tasks include:

1. Communication with district congregations and sections regarding potential gifted people willing to serve in district roles.
2. Development of resources for congregations to assist in identifying and calling gifts
3. Preparation of a slate of candidates for District Conference.
4. Continue to develop a process for the calling of candidates for district offices.