These are the results of a May 2012 informal survey on Weekly Eucharist in Easter.
William H. Sheppard, a Presbyterian minister and graduate of what is now Stillman College, was one of the earliest African American missionaries appointed by Presbyterians in the Southern United States. With Samuel N. Lapsley, a white minister from Alabama, Sheppard ventured into remote regions of Congo’s Kasai province. They set about learning the language and gaining the trust of the people. It was several years before they had their first convert. Read their story in this resource reproduced courtesy of Presbyterians Today magazine.
The Presbyterian world mission movement might never have taken off without the skills and commitment of women. Forty-five Presbyterian missionaries were already serving overseas when their denomination established a Board of Foreign Missions in 1837—and nearly half of those early missionaries were women. This article, reproduced courtesy of Presbyterians Today magazine, tells that story.
The story of Presbyterian global mission began 175 years ago—with the ‘hardheaded, Holy Spirit–filled people’ of Western Pennsylvania. This resource, reproduced courtesy of Presbyterians Today magazine, traces that history.
Presbyteries ministry commissions/committees play a vital role in assisting congregations in their search for new pastors. It is the responsibility of the liaison representative to guide, support and resource congregations during this transition period. By limiting the time a congregation is without pastoral leadership, the chance of loss morale and loss of membership are lessened. A knowledgeable liaison can make the way for an easy transition. This Tip Sheet provides a best practice process for calling new installed pastors.
In response to requests for interpretive materials in these present days of tension and division, the Office of the General Assembly has created this downloadable PowerPoint presentation seeking to encourage a sense of unity and community within the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). The PowerPoint presentation includes images and a script that you can use as is or adapt for your particular context. Topics include the theology and polity of unity and oneness, the Lordship of Jesus Christ, the authority of Scripture and the PC(USA), the Confessions and the PC(USA), the new Form of Government, a discussion on ordination standards, mission resources …
Determining the “terms of call” is an important conversation between minister, congregation and presbytery. Prayerfully entering this part of the call process with a spirit of discernment, practicality and wisdom can set the tone for your future ministry together. This Tip Sheet provides a best practice approach to the “terms of call” conversation.
Take action. Use the following study guide in conjunction with this video to learn how your congregation, community of worship, or prayer group can help women targeted by violence.
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Take action. Use the following study guide in conjunction with this video to learn how your congregation, community of worship, or prayer group can help women targeted by violence.
Para ver o descargar este documento en español presione aquí.
Take action. Use the following study guide in conjunction with this video to learn how your congregation, community of worship, or prayer group can help women targeted by violence.
Para ver o descargar este documento en español presione aquí.