Publications and periodicals
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World AIDS Day Webinar presentation
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—International AIDS
This webinar, held on December 1, 2010, (World AIDS Day) focused on how congregations are engaged or can become engaged nationally or internationally regarding HIV and AIDS issues. The three panelists brought a wide variety of experiences and provided an overview of AIDS issues, addressing challenges the church faces regarding AIDS and sharing ways that you can become involved.
The webinar was co-sponsored by International AIDS Ministry and Presbyterian AIDS Network
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World Mission hires Catalysts
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—World Mission
World Mission hires “Catalysts” to inspire, equip and connect the church to God’s mission around the globe.
In an effort to more effectively serve the needs of mission committees, congregations, Presbyteries and people sitting in the pews, Presbyterian World Mission is retooling itself by focusing their work on three Critical Global Issues: Poverty, Reconciliation and Evangelism. These topics, which address the changing missional realities of the 21st century, were defined as key issues for mission by our global partners, mission co-workers, and congregations in the United States through an extensive survey and feedback process completed last year.
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Worship with Pittsburgh Area Congregations Sunday, July 1, 2012
From Office of the General Assembly—220th General Assembly (2012)
Dozens of congregations in the Pittsburgh area are welcoming assembly participants to their churches on Sunday, arranging for any necessary transportation, and hosting assembly guests for lunch following the service.
The list of congregations below includes information about these churches and the transportation arrangements. Most buses and vans depart from the David Lawrence Convention Center (DLCC), participants will be returned to the DLCC by 1:00 p.m.
Please sign up to worship with one of these congregations as you register for the assembly so that plans can be confirmed for transportation and meals.
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Worshiping God Together: A Guide for Children and Their Parents
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—Theology and Worship
“Worshiping God Together” is a guide to the Service for the Lord’s Day for children and their parents. Written in a simple, accessible style, it seeks to teach what we do in worship and why. The guide includes relevant verses from the psalms, a Litany for the Presentation of Sacred Symbols (Bible, candle, plate, cup, etc.), and a Great Thanksgiving in child-friendly language.
See related pages: Service for the Lord’s Day, Presbyterian Worship
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Writing or Renewing a Partnership Covenant Agreement
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—Presbyterians at work around the world
Tips for writing or renewing a partnership covenant agreement
By Tracey King-Ortega, Anita Taylor Torres and Leslie Clay
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YAAD Post Election Resources
From Office of the General Assembly
This handbook is one of the resources we have developed to help you understand your role as a YAAD and assist you as you prepare for the assembly. We hope it will provide some practical information about preparations, as well as more substantive material about the General Assembly and what you can expect during your week in Pittsburgh.
Please read through this handbook carefully, along with other materials you will receive from the Office of the General Assembly (OGA).
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Year-end Audited Statements: December 31, 2011
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—Mission Budget and Financials
Consolidated Financial Statements and Supplementary Schedules (With Independent Auditors' Report Thereon), December 31, 2011
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Yearly Themes for Educational Ministry
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—Educational Ministries
Christian education for the year, usually re‐organizing in fall, means more than a catchy phrase or yearly theme. However when a congregation spends time identifying faith formation goals and educational values, memorable words and illustrations can help the church interpret their ministry within the church and the community. A yearly theme, united with a strong vision and dynamic plan for how the faith community will grow and learn together, strengthens a congregation’s focus and helps it fulfill its purpose.
Here are a few themes to consider with suggestions of educational values they may represent and plans for supporting ...
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Youth Group Session on Vocation
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—Christian Vocation
Assist young people in beginning to think about their gifts and the ways they can be used to glorify God throughout all aspects of their lives.
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ideas! article: A Season of Strengthening Disciples
From Presbyterian Mission Agency—Curriculum
Prepare to strengthen disciples in your church by using the free online resource Opening Doors to Discipleship, Course D: Discipleship. This article guides you through all the steps needed to navigate and register on the website as well as how to begin a course on discipleship.