Deacon Nominations for 2025 will be open from
October 01 - October 31
Review the qualifications of being a deacon below, then fill out the nomination form. You can fill out a form in person or use the online form. You can also see a list of our current deacons below.
Deacons fill an important biblical role in our church. If you're a member of Lima Baptist Temple, you can nominate individuals to become Deacon candidates.
Prayerfully consider taking this crucial step with us in the church leadership process.
Choosing Potential Leaders
Deacons must meet certain biblical qualifications and currently serve at the church. Please read the essential qualities for deacons and their biblical basis before sending nominations. Key texts to consider include
1 Tim. 3:8-13 & Acts 6:1-6
Essential Biblical Qualifications
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Not double-tongued
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Not addicted to alcohol
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Not greedy
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Lives above reproach
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Lifestyle consistent with professed belief
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Dignified
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Serious about faith
Steps to Nominating & Voting on Deacons
Read
Read and pray through
1 Timothy 3:8-13
Review
Review the qualifications for a deacon below.
Reach
Reach out to who you’d like to nominate and ensure they are willing to participate in this process.
Nominate
Fill out the form, either online or in the welcome center at the connect desk.
Interview
The nominees will be contacted and interviewed by either a current deacon or Pastoral Team.
Vote
The nominees will be voted on by the church at the Business Meeting in January 2025. Each nominee will need approval from 3/4 of those voting at the meeting.
Deacons
Deacons are gifted servants who respond to, manage needs in our church family, and support our pastoral team. They're organized into teams that fill specific areas of need at Lima Baptist Temple.
Current Deacons
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Steve Colgan
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Jon Brown
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Kent Metz
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Mick Hartung
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Doug Price
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Jeff Billings
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Tim Stuckey
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Jacob Rone