Mount Elgon Field held its 2nd Constituency Session on 8th January 2026 at Mbale Central Church.
Many people hear the term Constituency Session and assume they understand it, yet hesitate to ask questions for fear of appearing uninformed. This article is meant to help such Nicodemuses, quiet seekers of understanding, by explaining the process in simple terms for the benefit of all.
In simple language, a Constituency Session is a platform where your voice as a church member is heard by church leadership, especially in matters of policy and leadership.
According to the Church Manual 2025, page 124, church members are represented at this level through delegates, members chosen from the local church to carry the voice of the congregation to higher leadership.
So, how do you participate as a church member?
- You have the right to choose qualified delegates, individuals who are trustworthy, spiritually mature and able to make wise, balanced decisions.
- You have the right to participate in nominating delegates when the pastor or first elder presents the matter to the church.
It is important for every church member to take interest in the selection of delegates because delegates carry your voice to top leadership.
Good leadership begins with a responsible and engaged congregation, one that takes church governance seriously.
Likewise, poor leadership often reflects a congregation that is disengaged, indifferent, or careless about who represents it.
Your participation matters. The future direction of the church is shaped, in part, by the choices you make today.
Machese Dan
Young Adults Leader – Sironko
9 comments
It was grate thanks for the committement in mission
Thank you so much Ev. Wodeya Peter. Your feedback is important to us
Thank you so for the updates and the highlights. We are so humbled upon our appointment by the session nominating committee. We are praying for God’s guidance as we assume the new roles given to us through this Quinqennium.
The church is so blessed to have you MDM. We should all use our profession to impact the church of God.
Keep sharing these insights of church policies. Many are caught unaware yet this is information that every professing SDA member should/must know.
We are in the information age and none should be left behind
Thank you for this clear and timely explanation. Many members truly do not understand what a Constituency Session is, yet it directly affects the life and direction of the church. I appreciate how you emphasize that delegates carry the voice of the congregation, not just their own opinions. This reminds us that church governance is not for a few leaders only, but a shared responsibility. When members prayerfully and intentionally participate in choosing delegates, we strengthen accountability, unity, and spiritual leadership. Indeed, the quality of our leadership often mirrors the level of engagement within our congregations. Well said.
Thanks goes to all followers of this account may the almighty God grant you success through Jesus Christ our lord
Glory and honor be to the almighty God for this official platform where we get first hand information.
Our own, MDM, thanks using your talent in doing God’s work
Glory be to God for this milestone
Commination department thanks
Media ministry has been found a real ministry in church today.
Many of our brethrens in diaspora Wondered whether we have a living church or dead one because there has been no information sharing?
Answer: Brother MDM .
May God use u for His Glory and Mission accompolishment