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Organized on June 4, 1992
the 204th General Assembly in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The General Purpose of the Association is:
- to challenge and assist the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.),
at all levels
- to study, understand, discuss and act on the implications
of science and technology as they affect the theology, worship,
practice and moral actions of the church
- to challenge and assist Presbyterian scientists, engineers
and other technical professionals to study, understand, discuss
and act on the implications of the Reformed theological tradition
for their scientific and technical vocations.
The objectives of the Association are:
- To provide for the exchange of ideas and information among
the members and to develop programs as appropriate to the
interest of the members and the needs of the church.
- To assist the membership in providing leadership for educational
opportunities in congregations and presbyteries and to encourage
the formation of groups for study and action.
- To recognize scientific and technological professions as
expressions of Christian vocation.
- To provide a national forum for discussion and exchange
of ideas and information in the church.
- To encourage Presbyterian educational institutions to provide
educational opportunities for students and faculty and continuing
education for pastors in the area of science, technology and
the Christian faith.
- To cooperate with other Christian communities and associations
with similar purposes.
- To sponsor national, regional or local conferences.
For further information, visit the PASTCF
Web site or contact dlpursey@mwci.net. |