Nomination Team Seeks Names

February 22nd, 2025
by Jason Bendickson

ARE YOU FEELING CALLED TO LEAD AT SALT HOUSE?

Nominations Team: Erika Somm, Brenna Nelson, Tim Wolbrecht, and Marylynn Halpin

The Salt House Nominating Committee is looking for prayerful, faith-filled folks to jump in and help lead as we continue working toward our mission and vision in this community.

If you have spiritual gifts aligned with leading, please touch base with a staff or Nominating Committee member!

Organized
Connected to the community
Good communicator
Related professional experiences or passion for an
area of ministry
Role-specific strengths

SUBMIT A NOMINATION HERE

Leadership & Team Roles at Salt House

We are looking to fill the following roles (starting in July):

Council:
- President
- VP
- At Large (2+ spots)
Nominating Committee - 4 members

Church Council Rhythms & Responsibilities:

Monthly meeting
Additional meetings to address specific topics/tasks when necessary
- Council retreat yearly
- A few emails throughout the week
- Attendance at community meetings (Finance Updates, Annual Meetings)
Serve as a liaison to a specific area of Salt House ministry
Be present in the community!

Council President

2-year term
Preside over meetings of the congregation, council, and executive committee
Prepare agendas for above meetings; lead council in addressing issues that arise;
uphold constitution and bylaws to make sure policies are followed
Time Commitment:
- 2 hour council meeting once per month
- 1 hour executive committee meeting once per month (currently online)
- Preparation for meetings
- Meetings/emails with Pastors, Council members, and members of congregation

Council Vice President

2-year term
Attend council and executive council meetings; present devotionals @
council
Assist President and Secretary in their duties when necessary
Serve as a liaison to an area of ministry at SH
Time Commitment:
- 2 hour council meeting once per month
- 1 hour executive council meeting once per month (currently online)
- Time necessary to complete liaison role
Ideally, VP will serve as President after VP term

Council At-Large

2-year term (members rotate for overlap)
Serve as a liaison to an area of ministry at Salt House
Lead and assist with congregational activities
Time Commitment:
- 2 hour council meeting once per month
- Any hours necessary to complete liaison role

Example Liaison Areas:

Welcome & Worship
Children, Youth &
Family
Building & Grounds
Shelter Engagement
Care Ministry
Reparations

Nominating Committee Rhythms & Responsibilities:

1-year term
Work with staff to propose candidates for leadership positions
- Reach out to potential candidates to discuss interest and fit fo specific roles
Meet with previous committee in summer/fall
Monthly (or more) meetings starting in January to identify candidates before June annual meeting

SUBMIT A NOMINATION HERE