Nomination Form

Board Expectations

Worship Service Duty.

Attendance.

The attendance of Board members at Church-sponsored activities and events is essential to show our support the ministry, to be visible and available to our congregants, and to assess our progress in implementing our ministry vision. Board members are expected to regularly attend worship services and all Board meetings, training and other appropriate meetings (e.g., Town Halls and Annual Meeting). In addition, each Trustee shall serve as “Board Member of the Day” a minimum of three to four Sundays per quarter.

Additional Responsibilities.

Unity of Phoenix by-laws state that members of the Board of Trustees:
- Endeavor to live in accordance with Christ principles of love and truth as taught by Unity;
- Be continuing students of Unity and be conversant with its teachings;
- Are encouraged to continue developing and nurturing their own spirituality;
- Have a prayer consciousness and be committed to daily prayer;
- Be enthusiastic ambassadors for our spiritual community who enjoy sharing their joy for Unity and getting to know other congregants, guests and members; and
- Not be a salaried employee of the church or the parent, spouse, child or significant other of another Board member or salaried employee.
Even when not “on duty,” Trustees are expected to treat all congregants with respect, to seek out and makenewcomers feel welcome, be available to answer questions, and to demonstrate the values and principles of Unity of Phoenix.

As leadership, members of the Board of Trustees are expected to follow the same tithing practices as Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center, which is 10% of gross income.

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Name:*
First Last
Address:*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone:*
Email:*
How long have you been a member of Unity of Phoenix?*
Note: Must be at least one year.
Are you at least 21 years old?*
- Yes
- No
Do you consider yourself to be a cheerful tither?*
- Yes
- No
What does "cheerful tither" mean to you?
I have read and understand all of the Board expectations and requirements included in this packet and agree that I am qualified for nomination in accordance with the current by-laws of Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center.*
Enter your name to act as your signature.

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Education History*
(Please list all schools attended)
Name of College, University or Trade School: Dates Attended: City, State:
Work History*
Organization: Title: Position Description:
Professional/Leadership Skills*
(Please outline any of the skills you possess which you feel would benefit our church and Board)

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Key Questions
Why are you interested in serving on the Board of Trustees for Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center?*
What career and other accomplishments do you feel qualify you to be considered for the Board of Trustees?*
Please describe your spiritual practice and path.*

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Biographical Statement*
Please submit a biographical statement of no more than 200 words that tells the Nominating Committee and our voting congregation who you are and why you would be an asset to Unity of Phoenix’s Board of Trustees. If you are nominated, this statement will be published with your photograph in the Annual Report and our worship bulletins for several weeks leading up to the election.
Volunteer Experience*
Please also submit with your application a short statement concerning a volunteer experience —whether paid or not — including, but not limited to volunteer roles at Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center.

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Please fill out your responses to the following scenarios, and submit them with your Nomination Packet. One or more of them may also be used as part of your interview in the nomination process.
Question 1*
Select the appropriate answer below. You’re “Board Member of the Day,” meeting and greeting people after worship services. You are approached by someone who has taken exception with something that occurred during the service. How do you respond?
- Listen with compassion
- Refer the person to the appropriate staff person (Senior Minister or Director of Operations)
- Give them email/contact information for the appropriate staff person
- Assure them their opinion is valid and heard
- All of the above
Question 2*
You are a member of the Board of Trustees and disagree with a Board decision. In the Courtyard, ac ongregant approaches you and complains about the decision the Board made. You personally are in agreement with the congregant, though the Board voted differently. How do you handle this?
Question 3*
What do you feel your role is regarding interacting with congregants as a Board member on Sundays?
Question 4*
During a Board meeting, you bring up new ideas, but they aren’t acted upon because the majority of the Board agrees that it is not the best fit for the ministry and/or the best time frame to do so within the master plan. How would you handle the situation?
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Board Expectations

Worship Service Duty.

Attendance.

Additional Responsibilities.

Key Questions

Location and Contact Information

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