Category: General Assembly
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The PC(USA)’s Disability Concerns Consultants help people overcome barriers to full participation in church
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Small, dedicated group draws gratitude for understanding inclusivity issues by Darla Carter | Presbyterian News Service Original Article: https://www.presbyterianmission.org/story/the-pcusas-disability-concerns-consultants-help-people-overcome-barriers-to-full-participation-in-church/ LOUISVILLE — If the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A)’s cadre of Disability Concerns Consultants had a motto, it might be “We are small but mighty.” That’s how Hunter Steinitz, an elder at Riverview United Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, describes the…
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Taking the ‘plunge’ to improve basic sanitation and hygiene worldwide
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Indiana youth group uses lighthearted approach to address serious health issue through the Presbyterian Giving Catalog by Emily Enders Odom, Mission Communications | Special to Presbyterian News Service ST. LOUIS — Although ballplayers have been swinging since ancient times — whether with bats, rackets, hands or clubs — recorded history is strangely silent about plungers.…
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Israel-Palestine resource page created
The Presbyterian Mission Agency created a landing page devoted to resources addressing the war in Gaza and the Middle East. The comprehensive list of resources include church policies, multi-media pieces, advocacy opportunities, partner voices in the region, and more. Click Here to Learn More
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Parliamentary Procedure for Leaders – Free Webinar
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PC(USA) ruling elders and deacons have responsibilities as leaders in Christ’s church. Whether you serve as a moderator or as a participant, your call will involve meetings conducted by parliamentary procedure – usually Robert’s Rules of Order. Most Presbyterians have learned about parliamentary procedure through observation during meetings; during this Year of Leader Formation webinar, you…
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224th General Assembly to be conducted online only
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Committee on the Office of the General Assembly votes for shortened assembly Rick Jones | Office of the General Assembly – April 21, 2020 LOUISVILLE [ ??? ] [ Español ] For the first time in the history of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), the denomination’s General Assembly will be held online only. The Committee on the Office of the General…
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April 22, 2020 Coronavirus Briefing from the PC(USA)
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Presbyterian Disaster Assistance approves more than $1.1 million in COVID-19 grants Staff members say they have seen churches ‘rising to the occasion’ in midst of pandemic PC(USA), A Corporation approved for $8.8 million forgivable loan ‘This gives us a little breathing room,’ says A Corp President Kathy Lueckert Mission Agency President seeks a church-wide fundraising…
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April 8, 2020 Coronavirus Briefing from the PC(USA)
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Coronavirus News Matthew 25 grants will support vulnerable congregations facing COVID-19 Presbyterian Mission Agency president sets aside funds to be administered by Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Small church with great faith helps the Big Apple Manokin Presbyterian Church in Maryland’s Eastern Shore goes the distance during pandemic Hunger Action Advocate helps congregations see ‘the big picture’…