Third, a plurality with no senior pastor denies a legitimate avenue of service to elders with a distinct gift of leadership and a godly desire to bear this responsibility. Where power exists, it should be defined and identified for what it is. But these models often ignore the reality of power dynamics that push and pull the eldership. At least with a senior leader, power is more defined and transparent; it comes with the role. But a plurality with no senior pastor allows for unmapped and unaccountable