An 11x17 inch poster similar to the cover of the alternative giving brochure is available to download and print as needed.
In this coach-facilitated cohort, ministry leaders will develop actions aligned with Matthew 25 through the exploration of beliefs, emotions, relationships, actions, and impact connected to anti-racism and reconciliation. Ministry leaders will also identify, and engage, in spiritual practices to support living into personal, professional, and ministry values, relationships, and commitments with intention.
A summary of the Presbyterian Panel Survey covering demographic and background information of members in the Presbyterian church.
These pages summarize major findings from the first survery sent to all panelists asked to serve from 1997 to 1999.
Download tips to help promote wellness in your faith community.
A young birth mother had contacted the adoption agency just hours before the agency’s 4 a.m. call to Rev. Kevin Lind and his wife. Their long wait was over: the Linds had been chosen to adopt her newborn baby. An Adoption Assistance Grant from the Assistance Program of the Board of Pensions helped cover the cost for the Linds to be by their new baby’s side, three states away, until they were permitted to take her home.
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.
Utilice este cartel para promover la Ofrenda de Gozo de Navidad en su congregación. En esta época de Adviento y Navidad, celebramos el regalo de Jesucristo como nuestro Señor y Salvador. Al donar a la Ofrenda de Gozo de Navidad, reconocemos el don indescriptible que Dios nos ha dado en Jesucristo y también en los líderes dentro de nuestra iglesia.
On Celebrate the Gifts of Women Sunday, March 4, 2012, we honor women who contribute their gifts to the church and community, lift up issues of women’s rights, and focus on the role of women in our communities and world. Your congregation or women’s groups can use this resource on March 4 or on any date that you choose to celebrate courageous women who struggle, persevere and survive.
In 2013, Celebrate the Gifts of Women Sunday honors women through whom God is transforming the church in an emerging era. Though the official Celebrate the Gifts of Women Sunday is March 3, 2013, your congregation or women’s groups may use this resource on any day that you choose. The resource also includes a worship service with a call to worship, prayer of confession, suggested hymns, suggested scripture readings and a litany of remembrance and renewal, preaching and program suggestions, and recommended resources for further study.