In Spirit and Truth
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In Spirit and Truth is the blog of the General Assembly Committee on Representation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). It will feature content written by the sixteen members of the committee, who are teaching and ruling elders from across the country, and our staff person in the Office of the General Assembly, as well as links and articles of particular interest. These blog entries are intended to prompt reflection and dialogue on aspects of expanding representation and supporting full participation in the PCUSA, especially at the assembly level. The ministries of advising, consulting, advocating, reviewing and recommending are vital to the life of the whole Body of Christ. Committees on Representation and/or their functions exists at all councils above session so from time to time we may highlight activities and insights from our sister committees on representation at smaller councils throughout the church.
Author Molly Casteel is an Assistant Stated Clerk and the Coordinator for Representation and Inclusiveness Services. She is a teaching elder (a.k.a. Minister of Word and Sacrament) in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary.
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Friday at the Gathering
Don't be surprised if loved ones return from Orlando sporting a colorful cross on ankles, wrists, arms and even a cheek or two. COR temporary tattoos are finding their ways onto participants, young and old, during their time at the Gathering.
Being in the exhibit hall has increased the opportunities to engage women from around the PCUSA and beyond in conversations about diversity, inclusion and representation in mid councils and general assembly.
Today we met Adrienne and Melody. They filled out the COR mad libs and were willing to share them with you.
Adrienne showed her Maryland pride. Photo by Molly Casteel.
Melody has a missionary heart. Photo by Molly Casteel.
With the business meeting complete, the crowds grew in the exhibit hall.
After the business meeting and workshops on Friday, crowds gathered in the exhibit hall. Photo by Molly Casteel.
We've used hundreds of temporary tattoos while we've been here and shared many others for women to take to loved ones.
All you need is a temporary tattoo, water and a small cloth. Photo by Molly Casteel
For those who want to be more creative, you can make prayer flags and complete COR mad libs. Photo by Molly Casteel.
Some chose to fill out the messages but not have their pictures taken. We are honored to spend time at the Gathering and meet these wonderful women and men. Photo by Molly Casteel.
The exhibit hall closes Saturday. Enjoy the rest of the Gathering. We hope to meet you and learn about your ministries. The river of hope is flowing. May it restore you...
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