Too often pastoral care is uninformed by historical practice and is overly influenced by psychological theory and practice, according to Andrew Purves. At least one consequence of this is that it is often disaffiliated from the church's theological ...

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This study introduces the creed by discussing the meaning of its phrases. To recognize what the phrases mean and ways they have been understood in our Reformed theological tradition is to move more deeply into our faith. The creed's meanings can str...

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Deacons: The Ministry of Compassion and Service guides nominated leaders through the discernment process: election to office; preparation for a ministry of compassion, witness, and service; ordination; and installation as a deacon. This insightful ...

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If you are exploring your Christian discipleship or if you are considering becoming a member of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), this workbook is for you! Noted theologian Don McKIm leads prospective members through the process of becoming a vit...

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New officer- training resources from Being Reformed will inspire transformational leaders for your church! Ruling Elders: Formation guides nominated leaders through the discernment process and helps readers come to terms with the process: election ...

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The first study in the Being Reformed New Initiatives series focuses on the directional goal to inspire, equip, and connect the church to: cultivate, nurture, and sustain diverse, transformational leaders for Christ's mission. Each session is writte...

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The first study in the Being Reformed New Initiatives series focuses on the directional goal to inspire, equip, and connect the church to: cultivate, nurture, and sustain diverse, transformational leaders for Christ's mission. Each session is writte...

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This study focuses on what the Reformed and Presbyterian traditions have believed in the past and ways key theological understandings matter in our Christian lives in the church today. Theological issues include the Bible, God, Jesus Christ, and the...

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An excellent introduction to the new form of church government! Written in accessible language, this study explains core affirmations and the foundations of Presbyterian polity. Being Reformed: Faith Seeking Understanding is a series of biblically b...

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Preacher and teacher David Mosser offers practical and spiritual guidance for pastors struggling to manage and respond to changes in the economy, their neighborhoods, their denomination or congregation, in culture, and the life changes present in ev...

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This four-session study explores the questions: "Why Isn't Belief in Jesus Enough When You Are a Christian?," "Do I Have to Be a Pastor to Serve God?," "Is Church the Only Way to Serve God?," and "What Does It Mean to Be Called by God?"Faith Questio...

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This timely new leadership guide for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is written for church officers who are looking for a deepened relationship with God. Joan Gray challenges elders and deacons to see themselves as spiritual leaders and equips them...

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This book offers a model for selecting and training church officers that is grounded in spiritual discernment and development. The book begins with a biblical understanding of leadership, moves into consideration for how to train a Nominating Commit...

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