Presbyterian Women’s Churchwide Coordinating Team met in March 27–30, 2014 to continue plans and work for the 2012–2015 triennium. This summary includes highlights of work from the Mission Relationships, Antiracism, Communications Coordination, Leadership Enhancement and Justice and Peace Committees, as well as other news from the national level.
Land grabbing threatens the poorest people and nations in the world, compromising food sovereignty and sustainable development. With 1.2 billion people living in extreme poverty worldwide1, the race to buy up land in impoverished nations could lead to food shortages and increased hunger. In response, global movements are organizing to restore people’s sovereignty and protect traditional lands, livelihoods and cultures. Download this useful fact sheet to learn more.
In 2014, members of Presbyterian Women join their voices with others around the world who are concerned with justice for the Roma, who are marginalized throughout Europe. This prayer cycle and liturgy can help you focus your prayers and advocacy on the Roma. A list of recommended resources is also included.
A list of resources used by the committee.
Report of the Mid Council Commission II.
This resource provides talking points and answers to frequently asked questions regarding the work of the Mid Council Commission II.
An action of the 220th General Assembly (2012) created a special committee to review the overall preparation for ministry and the role of the ordination exams within it. The committee's recommendations will be presented to the 221st General Assembly (2014) for action.
This four-week devotional is designed with an in-depth reflection on Day One of each week to introduce each topic, with Days Two through Seven featuring centering quotations, questions and opportunities for contemplation. On Day Four of every week, a short story will help you or your small group reflect on how the subject of advocacy touches your own lives. This resource will use the Bible, our Confessions and Presbyterian writings alongside resources from beyond our denomination to help us think about how God is calling us into action and reflection today.
Read about where Cents-Ability and General Hunger funds raised for the Presbyterian Hunger Program were used in 2014.
The General Assembly Special Committee on the Confession of Belhar unanimously recommends the following: