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Know the process. Explore the positions. Prepare your nomination and be ready to participate in the church’s election.
01 / Start with the current status
Clear information.
Confident participation.
Begin here before relying on a printed date, selecting a role, or preparing for Election Day.
Confirm the applicable cycle with the church office. A reference position is not a confirmed vacancy, and a submitted nomination remains pending review until the committee confirms its status.
Use the currently announced submission instructions.
The committee confirms the slate before publication.
Before Election Day, under the published Article X procedure.
Watch church announcements for date, time, and location.
02 / How voting works
Know the rules.
Be ready to vote.
The church’s published Article X, Section 3 procedure sets out the annual-election process. Review the official instructions and contact the church office about eligibility or meeting arrangements.
Review the posted ballot
The Nominating Committee presents and posts nominees at least two weeks before the election so members can review the ballot.
Use the prescribed process
Two members qualified to vote may nominate an eligible person for an office through the prescribed process. No nominations are taken from the floor at election time.
Use a written ballot
Annual elections are by written ballot. Proxy voting is prohibited. A voter may write a name on the ballot under the published procedure.
A majority is required
Election of an officer requires a majority of ballots cast. The approved slate and certified results are communicated through official church channels.
This page explains the process. It does not approve candidates, determine voter eligibility, record votes, or certify results. The church’s governing documents and official election instructions remain the authority.
03 / Explore leadership service
Find a place to serve.
Browse 23 reference roles across church offices, ministries, boards, Christian Education, councils, and representation.
These roles appear in the church’s election website or supplied paper guidance. The directory does not establish current vacancies or approved terms. The committee must confirm the active cycle, seat counts, terms, and differences between source documents.
Showing all 23 reference positions
Church Clerk
Assistant Church Clerk
Financial Secretary
Treasurer
Assistant Treasurer
At-Large Advisory Council (Adult)
At-Large Advisory Council (Youth)
Athletics/Recreation
Greater Council of Greater Seattle
Security Ministry
Trustee
Finance Ministry
Christian Education – Young Adults
Christian Education – Youth
Christian Education – Children
Christian Education – Adults
Christian Education – Leadership Development
Christian Education – Education for Missions
Christian Education – Library & Audio/Visual
Mission & Evangelism
Building Ministry
Church School Superintendent
Assistant Church School Superintendent
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For reference terms, screening guidance, nomination resources, and a broader process overview, visit the central election portal.
04 / Prepare a complete packet
Your nomination, step by step.
Confirm the current deadline and submission method with the church office before sending your materials.
Use the checklist for your own preparation. Checks are temporary, reset when the page reloads, and are not submitted to the church.
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05 / Continue with the right resource
Everything within reach.
Use the main portal for the complete election reference and the church office for official confirmation.
Central election portal
Explore the broader process, reference terms, leadership expectations, documents, and frequently asked questions.
Open the full election portal ↗Internal operations & user guide
Use the office guide for intake, duplicate checks, application records, supporting documents, review, and approved public updates. Authorized SharePoint access is required.
Open the internal office guide ↗06 / Quick answers
Before you take the next step.
Can I vote online on this page?
No online voting is open. The published annual-election procedure requires written ballots and prohibits proxy voting. Follow the church’s official meeting and ballot instructions.
Are the listed positions confirmed openings?
The directory contains reference roles from website and paper materials. Current vacancies, approved terms, and the applicable cycle must be confirmed by the Nominating Committee.
Does submitting a nomination put someone on the ballot?
A submitted nomination is pending review until the committee confirms its status. The approved slate is communicated through official church channels.
Are floor nominations or write-ins allowed?
No nominations are taken from the floor at election time. The published procedure permits a voter to write a name on the ballot. Two qualified voting members may also nominate an eligible person through the prescribed nomination process. Ask the committee about requirements and timing.
Which dates should I rely on?
Source materials contain different election years and dates. Confirm the active cycle and current deadlines with the church office and follow official worship announcements, Zion News, and church communications.
What if I cannot open the internal guide?
The internal guide requires an authorized MZBC Microsoft 365 account with SharePoint access. Contact the church office if access fails, a link does not open, or information needs correction. The public portal is available without signing in.
Questions & official confirmation
The church office can help.
Confirm current election dates, eligibility questions, submission instructions, and committee contacts before taking action.
Stay connected.
Watch worship announcements, Zion News, and church office communications for confirmed election information, the approved ballot, and certified results.
The church’s published election website lists Sister Rhonda Staton as Nominating Committee Chair. Confirm current contacts through the office.