ARTICLE X — Annual Elections
Section 3: Procedure
At least two (2) weeks before the election, the Nominating Committee shall present to the Church
the names of one or more persons for each office to be filled. This ballot shall be posted so that
all members might know those who are being placed in nomination.
It shall be the privilege of any two (2) members, qualified to vote, to place in nomination the name
of any eligible person for any office, not so nominated, and such nomination shall be placed on the ballot.
No nominations shall be made from the floor at the time of election, but each voter may vote for anyone
whom he/she pleases by writing in the name on the ballot.
All annual elections shall be by written ballot, a majority of the ballots cast being necessary for
the election of any officer. No voting by proxy shall be allowed.
Dates will be announced
MZBC Elections & Leadership Nominations
Mount Zion Baptist Church invites members in good standing to prayerfully consider serving in leadership.
All official timelines and event dates are TBD and will be confirmed through
church announcements (worship services, Zion News, and the church office).
Key Dates & Election Timeline
before the election so members can review nominees and submit write-in nominations through the proper process.
Nomination Window
Submit completed application (including references) by the announced deadline. Status: TBD.
Review & Interviews
Committee reviews applications and conducts interviews as needed. Status: TBD.
Ballot Posted
Ballot is posted so all members can review nominees and prepare to vote. Status: TBD.
Election Day (Date TBA)
Voting is by written ballot; no proxy voting is permitted. Status: TBD.
Installation (Date TBA)
Installation details will be confirmed through official announcements. Status: TBD.
Note: “Election Day” and “Installation” dates will be confirmed in official announcements (worship services, Zion News, and the church office).
Official Election Documents
All official forms and guidance documents are provided below.
Nomination Application
Includes nominee information, qualifications, and references.
Characteristics of a Church Leader
Spiritual and leadership expectations for all nominees.
Open Positions Overview
Lists roles, term lengths, openings, and requirements.
Open Positions & Terms
Below is the open-positions summary for the current election cycle. For the most current information,
please watch church announcements (worship services, Zion News, and the church office).
| Position | Term |
|---|---|
| Church Clerk | 1-year |
| Assistant Church Clerk (2) | 1-year |
| Financial Secretary | 1-year |
| Trustee | 3-year |
| Treasurer | 1-year |
| Assistant Treasurer | 1-year |
| Greater Council of Greater Seattle | 1-year |
| Security Ministry | 1-year |
| Finance Ministry (3) | 3-year |
| Christian Education – Young Adults | 3-year |
| Christian Education – Youth | 3-year |
| Christian Education – Children | 3-year |
| Christian Education – Leadership Development | 3-year |
| Christian Education – Education for Missions | 3-year |
| Christian Education – Library & Audio/Visual | 3-year |
| Church School Superintendent | 3-year |
| Assistant Church School Superintendent | 1-year |
| Athletics/Recreation | 1-year |
| At-large Advisory Council (Adult) | 1-year |
| At-large Advisory Council (Youth) | 1-year |
| Mission & Evangelism | 3-year |
| Building Ministry (3) | 3-year |
Note: Some roles may require additional screening or training. Details will be communicated in official announcements.
How to Apply
Follow the steps below. All due dates are TBD and will be confirmed via church announcements.
Qualifications & Expectations
Serving in leadership is a sacred responsibility. Review the sections below.
Candidates must be active members in good standing and demonstrate spiritual maturity.
Leaders should demonstrate honesty, humility, teachability, and unity-building.
Background checks are required for certain roles (Trustees, Finance, Treasurer, Christian Education, Building, Church School leadership).
Questions & Support