This resource is based on a staff-wide conversation on “What is the Church to do with #Ferguson, #MichaelBrown and #HandsUpDontShoot?” that took place at the Presbyterian Center. It includes the opening and closing prayers, framing for the conversation and review of mutual invitation, forming small groups for discussion, and more to help Presbyterians engage in antiracism work in congregations, Mid Councils, and across the church.
To learn more about the racial justice ministries of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), visit http://www.presbyterianmission.org/ministries/racialjustice/resources.
To learn more about anti-racism resources from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), visit http://www.pcusa.org/site_media/media/uploads/racialjustice/pc(usa)_resources_for_antiracism_work.pdf.
In the wake of the killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, on August 9, 2014, confusion, anger and national soul-searching has marked succeeding weeks. A prayer vigil turned violent, police in Ferguson continued to skirmish with protesters, and dozens have been arrested. News media have begun to examine the issue of police shootings nationwide, and to examine the statistics and circumstances. Many observers, including faith communities, are questioning the killing of an unarmed man and raising the issues of police brutality, racial profiling and racial injustice. Read J. Herbert Nelson's response. Rev. Nelson is director of the PC(USA)'s Office of Public Witness.
This resource provides a list of policy statements, study guides, videos, and links to other organizations and resources to help Presbyterians engage in antiracism work in congregations, Mid Councils, and across the church.
Download the form for reporting presbytery voting on proposed amendments to the Constitution. If the presbytery votes on amendments at more than one meeting, you may wait until all votes have been completed and report once. To report after each presbytery meeting simply copy the form and transmit the votes.
Youth led worship service outline
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This informative resource suggests ways in which local congregations can support the Self-Development of People ministry to economically poor community groups.
The PW quarterly newsletter highlights recent news from Presbyterian Women at the churchwide level. Find information from the committees of the Churchwide Coordinating Team, news about the 2015 Churchwide Gathering, details about new resources, highlights of conferences and events, and what’s on the horizon for Presbyterian Women. It is dated August–October 2014 and reflects news reported through July 15, 2014.
Note: This resource is also distributed as a print piece, mailed with enclosures. This download includes electronic copies of the inserts.
This article - When Canned Food Drives Are No Longer Enough - from Presbyterians Today (2012) can serve as a starting point for congregations who want to do short-term mission trips. More resources, information and tools on short-term mission trips are available here.