Renovo Church Leadership Structure

Christ Is the Senior Pastor
The Apostle Paul instructed those in Ephesus (Ephesians 1:22-23) that Jesus is the head of the church, which is his body. There is only one senior pastor for the Church, one who is ultimately head over it all -- Jesus Christ. Under his leadership, he has given some to the church to be apostles, prophets, and evangelists and some to be pastors and teachers to equip God's people for works of service (Ephesians 4:11-12). It is not the job of the leadership of the church to do all the ministry. Instead, they are called to teach, prepare, and send the people of God out to be the ministers who serve God, the body, and the world through their own unique talents, gifts, and passions.

Eldership & Pastoral Staff
el•der (el'der) n. 1. Elected or appointed governing officer within a church. [See 1 Timothy 3: 1-7, Titus 1: 6-9] The elders (“pastors”) of Renovo Church shall be appointed by the congregation through God to shepherd and lead the flock of Renovo Church. It is our desire to lead this Church through this culture in a way pleasing to the Lord. Leading is not always easy or pleasurable, but as God continues to work through the elders by washing his children with His word the Lord is presenting himself a radiant Church. The Renovo Church elders shall convene regularly to discuss matters of sound theology, direction for the Church, and discipline with love for the people at Renovo Church. The elders wish to preach, teach, and counsel to the glory of God, and these matters are not taken lightly. Renovo Church deacons help the elders, enabling them to do what God has commanded. The elders desire that we would be a Church that strives to live in accordance to the Bible and enjoy all that God has given to his people.

Deacons
dea•con (de'ken) n. 1. Attendant or assistant to church leaders. [See 1 Timothy 3:8]Historically, deacons have served as both care providers and overseers of the church body. Everyone on staff at Renovo Church is considered a leader of the church: an elder (very few), a deacon, or a deacon-in-training. In addition, there are deacons who serve in a non-staff capacity, as well as other volunteers and interns whom Renovo Church depends on to be the hands and feet of our Church, the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:27).

Northwest Church
With the young nature of Renovo and being a part of the Kairos church planting organization, we are currently blessed to have  Northwest Church in Shoreline, Washington fulfilling the role of elders for Renovo. The guidance provided by a church such as Northwest, so rich in history and experience, continues to be mutually beneficial to Renovo and Northwest. You can visit the website of Northwest Church at www.nwchurch.net