Amongst the six deacons who are currently serving, three deacons (Judy Tsui, Man-woon Tse, Andrew Chan) will finish their term by the end of 2021, and all three of them can be re-elected. The other three deacons, Norman Li, Josephine Ma and Patrick Lee, will finish their term in 2022. To comply with church constitution in preparing for a proper ratio in future deacon term transition, four deacon positions will be open with a three-year term serving from 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2024.
Each RHCBC member (age 18 and older) has the right to submit one Deacon Nomination Form. All written forms must be signed to be valid. Electronic forms must be submitted by nominator.
All nominees have to be nominated by at least 5 church members in order to be qualified for consideration. All nominees must have the approval from the Deacon Election Committee called by the pastoral team.
Qualifications for nomination: The responsibility of a deacon is to assist pastors in all matters relating to the spiritual growth of all congregation members. A deacon will take part in determining the vision, the direction and the operation of our church. Each nominee must be:
Church membership for at least three years.
Has been a deacon intern or has been actively involved in church ministries in leadership level, such as ministry head, coordinator, or trustee. His/her involvement in leadership has been well accepted by fellow-workers and congregation.
Meets the qualifications of a deacon as set forth in the bible Acts 6:1-3; 1 Timothy 3:8-13
Understands and fully supports the ministry philosophy of the church.
Spiritually mature and demonstrates leadership qualities, strong team-work abilities and can handle personal relationship tactfully.
If married, spouse must also be a church member. If single, he/she must follow biblical principles and select a Christian in a dating relationship.
Husband and wife cannot serve in the Deacon Board at the same time.
Nominator qualification: Please reference nomination form for Executive Board Ministry Leaders.
Please prayerfully consider your nominations and drop off your signed nomination form into the nomination collection box at church, or submit your online nomination form on or before 09/19/2021
For the latest church membership list, please refer to the church website, church bulletin board or AGM nomination package.
2021 AGM Planning Committee