Seek Recommendations for PNC
Once the criteria for serving on the Pastor Nominating have been established by the nominating body you may wish to seek recommendations from the congregation.
A possible format:
We are seeking recommendations from the congregation of people to serve in the Pastor Nominating Committee.
An appropriate mix of newer and older members,
A representative mix of ages, genders, ministry involvement
At least one member of session may serve
Spouses of session members may not serve
Members of the most recent Associate Pastor Nominating Committee may not serve
Current staff and their spouses may not serve
I, ________________(print name), recommend ________________ to serve on the Pastor Nominating Committee because [list attributes, skills, and ministry involvement, etc.] _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____ I have spoken with this person and they are willing to be considered.