The term 'elder' is used in various ways in the Bible, but in most
instances as a person valued for his/her wisdom who accordingly holds a particular position of
responsibility. In a Christian group. the counsel of ordained elders was frequently sought after in areas of ministry, business and government. In addition to the word commonly translated 'elder', there are two other
words used in the New Testament to describe various aspects of this
position of leadership: 'overseer' and 'shepherd' (or 'pastor').
In 1
Timothy and Titus, Paul drafts largely overlapping lists of
qualifications for 'elder' and 'overseer', while Peter draws all three
concepts together in one passage: "Therefore, I exhort the
elders
among you...
shepherd [i.e., "pastor"] the flock of God among
you,
exercising oversight..." (1Perer 5:1-2) Luke uses all
three terms when referring to the same group of leaders in Acts 20.
The UFCCM National Council of
Elders members are affiliates who are Ordained Elders "Not Currently
Serving as a Senior Pastor." We are blessed to have anointed and
exceptional men and women of God serving on this "Council" and sharing
their collective wisdom and experience throughout the UFCCM Affiliate
Network!
