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Each institute course offers instruction and inspiration to enable clergy and laity to work toward biblical visions of all races, nations, tribes and tongues and to praise and serve God in diverse and inclusive communities of faith. Instructors are experienced practitioners, scholars and authors who share the vision of a church as diverse, colorful and inclusive as the Church of the Pentecost. These courses are accredited by New York Theological Seminary for seminary and continuing education credit.
August 3-11, 2009
October 28 – November 2, 2009
God’s Spirit is at work in the PC(USA), drawing together cultures, generations and peoples from all nations! Contributors to this partnership fund will not only bless other Presbyterian multicultural congregations, but they will also be nurtured themselves by this fund. Contributing partners will be the first beneficiaries of this fund by being eligible to apply for grants of up to $5,000.
Download a letter to partners. 
Now Accepting Submissions! Multicultural Church Story Contest 2009
The office of Multicultural Congregational Support invites multicultural churches (or presbytery teams) to submit their stories of ministry. The purpose of this contest is to provide diverse models of Multicultural churches to the PC(USA) nationwide. Entry deadline is October 31, 2009. First prize winners receive grants of $1000. Learn more.
The Multicultural Church Directory
A multicultural congregation or ministry is one that intentionally recognizes, celebrates and incorporates the gifts of a diverse membership:
- In worship (utilizing languages, art and diverse theological expressions).
- In leadership and ministry (power sharing in session, church committees and decision-making processes).
- In evangelism (providing the good news in a cup that people recognize with great appreciation and sensitivity to their cultural and traditional backgrounds).
If your church engages in any of the above ministries, we would love to hear from you. Please help us tell your story as we work to locate the vital multicultural congregations in the PC(USA). [Read more]
"What's Your Story?" - Multicultural Youth Conference
Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly, Hunt, Texas
July 9-12, 2009
"God rewrote the text of my life when I opened the book of my heart to His eyes." Psalm 18:24
You are invited to the 2009 Multicultural Youth Conference!
2008 Multicultural Youth Conference. Photo by Andy Anzaldua Enjoy four days of vibrant worship, fellowship and small groups set within the beauty of the Texas hill country. One event unique to the Multicultural Youth Conference is the Cultural Celebration, a time to share the richness and uniqueness of your ethnic culture through song, dance and drama. There is also a time to share food from your ethnic group. Upon registration for the conference, you will receive a packet with more details about this amazing event. [Read more]
 Guide to Essential Resources for Multicultural Congregations
Download a pdf of our new list of suggested resources, which was prepared as part of our office’s mission to identify and provide resources meaningful to the growing diversity in the church. |
