The unity of believers in Christ is reflected in the rich diversity of the Church's membership" (F-1.0403) This rich diversity is apparent in all areas of church membership, including ordered ministry. The Office of Immigration Issues of the PC(USA) provides advice and counsel to pastors and religious workers from other countries and the mid-councils who call them. Please see this "one pager" for general information about religious worker visas. Mid-councils and congregations needing advice about a specific case, should contact Teresa Waggener in the Office of Immigration Issues.
12 Cosas que puede hacer su congregación en el ministerio de salud mental
This User's Guide has been prepared to assist presbyteries in the use of the online system used for managing inquirer/candidate rolls, reviewing ordination exam results, and reporting ordination exam readers to the Office of the General Assembly. It provides screen shots and full descriptions on how to use the system. January 2019/Release 3.0
The Comparative Statistics report is published annually in the fall and summarizes data on membership, finances and ministers provided by each congregation to the Office of the General Assembly via the Session Annual Statistical Report. The report compares annual statistics to show trends in areas such as membership gains and losses, receipts and expenditures, and number of ministers.
This Quick Reference Sheet has been prepared to assist presbyteries in the use of the online exam system. It consists of a two-page summary of main operations.
Full report from the May 2012 Presbyterian Panel Survey. The report summarizes the following experiences for members, ruling elders, pastors and specialized ministers: most significant learning or spiritual growth experience; faith development past and future; preferences for church resources and retreats; retreat and camp participation. The survey was conducted for the PC(USA) Camp and Conference staff.
The Presbyterian Panel is made up of representative samples of ruling elders (“lay” leaders) currently serving on session, other members of congregations, and teaching elders (ministers of Word and Sacrament) who respond to quarterly surveys about issues that are important to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). (The session is the governing body of a Presbyterian congregation.) For reporting and analysis, teaching elders are split into two groups based on current call: pastors, serving congregations, and specialized ministers, serving elsewhere. Through the use of scientific sampling, the Panel is “re-established” every three years.
The first survey completed by new …
Through this webinar learn how to expand your congregation's ministry to the community through bi-vocational ministry. Learn whether Faith-based initiatives grants are right for you. Learn about community development and the rewards of grassroot ministry.
Webinar was held originally on October 9, 2012.
For best results, right-click the Download link (or click and use "control" key for Macintosh) and save the file.
Ministers hold a rich bounty of skills and abilities that are highly desired by the non-profit and corporate worlds. What is needed to make the transition from full-time ministry into the secular workplace is imagination, a solid strategy and the will. This webinar focuses on equipping religious professionals to use skills and abilities they already have to support them in obtaining employment in an alternative setting.
Webinar was held originally on September 25, 2012.
For best results, right-click the Download link (or click and use "control" key for Macintosh) and save the file.
Ministers hold a rich bounty of skills and abilities that are highly desired by the non-profit and corporate worlds. What is needed to make the transition from full-time ministry into the secular workplace is imagination, a solid strategy and the will. This webinar focuses on equipping religious professionals to use skills and abilities they already have to support them in obtaining employment in an alternative setting.
Webinar was held originally on September 25, 2012.
For best results, right-click the Download link (or click and use "control" key for Macintosh) and save the file.