GUIDELINES FOR ELECTIONS in OLOG :-
We welcome to service all the new respondents who have so willingly come forward to serve at the house of God. We are excited about your gifts and skills and look forward to your service as part of the church’s ministry teams.
In our church, we sincerely believe that God equips people to serve in ministry. In 1 Peter 2:9, God calls his followers “a royal priesthood”; 1 Corinthians 12:1 says that “God gives spiritual gifts to each one, just as he determines.” We sometimes use the term “volunteers” as a convenient way of referring to those who serve, but what we are really talking about is people who lovingly respond to Jesus’ call to serve in His ministry.
Therefore, it’s important to keep in mind that during your service at the ministries, you’re representing both our congregation and the Lord. As you minister to others here, as well as in your private life away from church, you should be striving to live in a way that example your relationship with God.
Please know you’re part of the family and that we desire to be mutually supportive, providing the encouragement and resources that help you minister and serve effectively. If at any time you need assistance or guidance, please do not hesitate to ask any of our parish council members, we are all here to help you perform to the best of your ability.
Some simple guidelines for the upcoming elections:-
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The newly elected leader should be a parishioner of OLOG, baptised and Confirmed in a Catholic Church and living out their faith.
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We encourage someone new who has not taken up a leadership role yet to be elected. All previous leaders will assist and support the newly elected.
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Hold the position for 2 years 2016/2017 unless for unforeseen circumstance for an early dismissal by either party (the Parish Priest or the leader)
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Committed - the would-be leaders must be clearly committed to Jesus Christ, the Church and the growth of the Ministry.
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Conviction – to drive the ministry and look into the needs of the church, the parishioners, the neighbours and all those in need for spiritual, mental and physical help with mercy and compassion.
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To walk as one with the church, personifying and supporting in her mission and vision.
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Possess Interpersonal skills and exhibit self-control, hospitality, gentleness (control of anger), a quest for holiness and temperance emulating Jesus and manifesting his love in their works. It is not a matter of perfection but direction.
We thank one and all for their full support, time, participation and love in wanting to achieve for our Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe the “Hallmark of Hospitality” through our actions, words and deeds to help anyone and everyone who walks into our church.
Thank you and God Bless!
Parish Pastoral Council (2015 October)