Elders
David Crowe
Elder
Bob Lemons
Elder
Jon Mixon
Elder
Tony Walls
Elder/Pastor
Providence is not led by one pastor but by a plurality of elders (1 Peter 5:1-2; Acts 20:17-18,28; 1 Timothy 5:17). At Providence, we have a team of elders that are all equal in authority and responsibility. Together, the elders lead the church according to their unique gifts and abilities. Responsibilities of our elders include:
- Shepherd the church (1 Peter 5:2, Acts 20:20, 1 Timothy 3:5)
- Be examples to the church, not lording over (1 Peter 5:3)
- Equip the church for ministry (1 Timothy 3:2; Titus 1:9; Ephesians 4:12)
- Manage the church as overseers (1 Timothy 3:5, 5:17)
- Pray for the sick (James 5:14-15)
- Refute those who contradict truth (Titus 1:9,11)
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