As many churches welcome a new class of elders, deacons and committee members, it seems like a good time to share some resources for training! Please forward this info to new leaders as appropriate.
Elder and Deacon Training:
Theocademy – This is the gold standard for general training for Elders and Deacons in the PCUSA. If you haven’t seen these yet, now’s a good time!
Presbyterian Pilgrimage – Similar to Walk to Emmas and Cursillio, the next event is in April in Silver Springs. Sun City Center PC speaks very highly of the program. Worth checking out with a few folks from your church!
Office of the General Assembly Resources – A variety of resources for Elder training.
Clerk of Session Training Page – If you’re new to being a clerk of session, this page has everything you’ll need to figure out what you’re doing.
2017-2019 Book of Order – No Presbyterian officer is fully equipped without one!
Church Treasurers:
Church Treasurer’s Manual – I don’t have much experience as a Treasurer, but I believe our Presbytery’s bookkeeper, Joe Nixon, has said this manual is excellent.
Committee Members:
Taking Great Minutes – A video on how to take minutes that should be useful for anyone given that responsibility on a church committee. Less than 10 minutes long!
In order to receive credit for calendar year ending December 31, 2017, all check must be received at Presbytery Office by Friday, January 12, 2018.
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