© 2008 Faughanvale Presbyterian Church
Faughanvale Presbyterian Church is situated on the old coach road outside Eglinton, a fast growing village about 7 miles from Londonderry and has a congregation of around 320 families. Set on a hill with a marvellous view over the Airport to the Donegal hills, it was built in 1894, though the congregation dates back to 1730.
Kirk Session (Elders)
The Kirk Session is comprised of the elders of the congregation who together with the minister share responsibility for the spiritual oversight and government of the congregation. The Kirk Session is responsible to the local Presbytery which in turn is responsible to the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Elders are elected by the members of the congregation. Each has direct responsibility for a district of some 20 families and seeks by visitation and other means to spiritually assist those under their care.
Congregational Committee
The Committee is primarily responsible for the material affairs of the Congregation and for the care of those in need. It also has responsibility for promoting the missions of the Church. The Congregation elects the committee normally for a three year term.
Members
The Kirk Session will accept as full communicant members of the congregation those who have been baptised, who make a profession of faith in Jesus Christ as their Saviour and Lord and whose character is consistent with such a profession.
They will be expected to attend communicant class, an interview with Elder and Minister and to state briefly before the Kirk Session their trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. Kirk Session may also admit to full membership those who have received a satisfactory recommendation from their previous congregation.
All leaders of Organisations and Office Bearers should be communicant members who regularly attend public worship and are approved by Kirk Session and Minister
