Presbyterian Polity for Church Officers

Presbyterian Polity for Church Officers
Author: Joan Standridge Gray
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 212
Release: 1990
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664251444

This is a comprehensive interpretation of the Book of Order. It explains the system of Presbyterian government, from sessions to presbyteries to synods to the General Assembly itself.

Presbyterian Polity for Church Leaders, Updated Fourth Edition

Presbyterian Polity for Church Leaders, Updated Fourth Edition
Author: Joan S. Gray
Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1646982169

Newly updated for the revised Directory for Worship. This detailed, comprehensive interpretation of the Presbyterian Book of Order is the most complete resource of its kind. Joan S. Gray updated this best-selling book to include the revised Directory for Worship. It explains the system of Presbyterian government, from sessions to presbyteries to synods to the General Assembly itself.

Spiritual Leadership for Church Officers

Spiritual Leadership for Church Officers
Author: Joan S. Gray
Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2009-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0664503055

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 to lead alongside their pastors. Gray lays out a variety of leadership styles and helps leaders understand when each is appropriate. She also provides resources for dealing with relationships in the church and identifies ways churches can be supportive of the spiritual leadership of elders and deacons.

Presbyterian Polity for Church Officers

Presbyterian Polity for Church Officers
Author: Joan S. Gray
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 228
Release: 1998-10-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664500184

Now in a newly revised edition, this detailed, comprehensive interpretation of the Book of Order is the most complete resource of its kind since the church's reunion. It explains the system of Presbyterian government, from sessions to presbyteries to synods to the General Assembly itself.

Companion to the Constitution

Companion to the Constitution
Author: Frank A. Beattie
Publisher: Geneva Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2000-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664501464

Throughout our history, Presbyterians have needed and wanted a companion to the Constitution. This volume is an attempt to provide that companion. It is a valuable tool whose use will bring a better understanding of the church's Constitution and how it works. As a companion, this book is intended to be an aid to education and understanding.

Book of Confessions, Study Edition, Revised

Book of Confessions, Study Edition, Revised
Author: Mulit-Editors
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-10-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664262907

This revised study edition of the Book of Confessions contains the official creeds, catechisms, and confessional statements of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), including the new Confession of Belhar that was added at the 222nd General Assembly (2016). Each text is introduced by an informative essay providing in-depth historical and theological background information. The book also includes two appendixes that explore the purpose of confessions. This study edition is ideal for seminarians and leaders looking for more extensive information about the history and theology of the confessions along with the official documents, all conveniently located in one volume.

Presbyterian Creeds

Presbyterian Creeds
Author: Jack Rogers
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 300
Release: 1985-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664254964

This book provides clergy, laity, and students with a thorough introduction to their faith as set forth in the Book of Confessions. Jack Rogers explains technical terms and places current issues in perspective by examining the meaning of the creeds, confessions, and declarations found in the Book of Confessions. He examines their role in history, their full meaning, and their continued relevance to the Christian community.

Perspectives on Church Government

Perspectives on Church Government
Author: Chad Brand
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2004-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433669145

Perspectives on Church Government presents in counterpoint form the basic models of church government which have developed over the course of church history with a view toward determining which is most faithful to Scripture. Each chapter will be written by a prominent person from within each tradition—with specific guidelines dealing with the biblical, historical, and theological issues within each governance tradition. In addition, each writer will have the opportunity to give a brief response to the other traditions.