What is the Electoral Roll?
The Electoral Roll is St Paul's Parish register of electors. In the same way that being on the civic electoral roll allows you to vote in parliamentary and local elections and referenda, joining the Church Electoral Roll means that you can vote on Church matters, attend the Annual Parochial Church Meeting and stand for election to the PCC.
Being on the Electoral Roll does not make you a 'member' of our church, simply calling St. Paul's and living out our vision does that through: Loving God, Loving Dorking, Loving God's World.
Do I have to join?
You can be a full and active member of St. Paul's without joining the Roll. Being on the Electoral Roll does not entail signing up to any additional commitments, however, it does help the Church show its strength. Representation on the governing bodies of the church depends on the number on the Electoral Roll.
Joining the Roll is compulsory if you wish to:
Stand for election to the PCC or other synodical council (such as the Deanery, Diocesan or General Synod)
Attend the APCM and participate in votes
What does the Electoral Roll affect?
The maximum number of PCC lay members. If the Roll is not representative this means that the PCC is too small for the workload involved, putting heavy strain on the members. It also effects the representation on the governing bodies of the Church (PCC, Dorking Deanery Synod, Guildford Diocesan and General Synod).
The Electoral Roll does not have a direct bearing in the way the Parish Share is assessed – it is based on estimated membership and socio-economic factors.
Who can join the Electoral Roll?
To apply for the Electoral Roll you must be baptised, over the age of 16 and either living in the parish or have been worshipping at St. Paul's for a minimum of 6 months. You can find a map of our parish here.
How do I join?
Simply fill out the form adjacent!