Covenant of Understanding Regarding the Role and Relationship of Caucuses and Councils Serving Communities of Color within the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

This “Covenant of Understanding” is an attempt to reestablish a proactive, trusting relationship built upon collaboration, shared beliefs, complementary visions, and mutual respect. It is also the intent of the Covenant to bring clarity to the appropriate role and relationship of Caucuses and Councils Serving Communities of Color within the PC(USA), particularly with the General Assembly, the Office of the General Assembly, the Presbyterian Mission Agency, and Mid Councils at this time in our changing life together.

It is the desire of the Caucuses and Councils Serving Communities of Color to partner with the PC(USA) in its commitment to “guarantee full participation and representation in its worship, governance, and emerging life to all persons or groups within its membership. No member shall be denied participation or representation for any reason other than those stated in this Constitution.” (F-1.0403).

Approved in the fall of 2014 separately by the Presbyterian Mission Agency Board, the Committee on the Office of the General Assembly, and the Caucuses and Councils Serving Communities of Color.