Shepherding: The Elder Notebook of Glen Ellyn Bible ChurchThe Apostle Paul said, "If anyone sets his heart on being an overseer, he desires a noble task" (1 Timothy 3: 1). Here, Paul reminds pastor Timothy that serving as an Elder is a noble task, and that having the desire to serve is a good thing. The office of Elder is an important position within the church and no one should serve under compulsion. Delight, rather than duty, should fuel our service. In fact, having a desire to serve as an Elder is one of