2016 Wesleyan Discipline:2287
From Wesleyan Discipline
2287. Eligibility for Holding Office. As outlined in paragraph 2016 Wesleyan Discipline:2500:5, units under the Global Partners Division are expected to adopt, subject to the approval of the General Board, a discipline or other similar document for the administration of the churches within their boundaries. While the right to be elected to office is worldwide, the right to hold office shall be exercised within the administrative jurisdiction of each book of discipline.