PC(USA) - Theology and Worship - Theological Issues


	Theological Issues The Office of Theology and Worship is charged with working on theological issues in all aspects of life: from reflection on the confessions, to exploring the connections between the Triune God and everyday life, to dealing with the theological and ethical implications of science.


	Papers, Essays, and Statements Theological Reflections Posted reflections, papers, essays, and other items of theological interest. Confessional Resources Issues that challenged the confessions’ framers, from which we can listen and learn the ways they understood, and responded to crises. Science and Faith Issues To address developments in science and technology, and how they relate to our faith, the Office of Theology and Worship offers the following essays and statements.


	General Assembly Actions and Related Reports A study guide for Policy Statements and Recommendations from the 1978 report, “The Church and Homosexuality” This study guide, prepared by the Office of Theology and Worship, is written at the request of the 217th General Assembly, Item 04-05: " ... commended for use by sessions and congregations for study of the Authoritative Interpretation of 1993, commending it to congregations as the historic policy of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)." Inclusive Language issues Response to Inclusive Language Report and recommendations in response to referral on Inclusive language as recommended during the 196th General Assembly (1984). The Advisory Council on Discipleship and Worship and the Council on Theology and Culture were equested to develop and provide for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) a "working definition" of what is meant by the term "inclusive language" in a clear and concise manner. (Minutes, 1984, Part I, page 86.) A Report to the Church on Issues of Language and Gender The Office of Theology and Worship and Research Services were directed to conduct research to assess the current status of the church on inclusive language policy at all levels. This report covers definitions and guidelines on inclusive language" adopted by the 197th General Assembly (1985). Hope in the Lord Jesus Christ Hope in the Lord Jesus Christ The 214th General Assembly (2002) of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) voted (497-11-5) to affirm "Hope in the Lord Jesus Christ," commend it to the church, and urge its study throughout the church.


	Presentations The Trinity of Theology and Worship A presentation given by Aurelia T. Fule at the "Sisters In Santa Fe" conference, September 21-24, 2000. The conference was sponsored by the National Association of Presbyterian Clergywomen and the Women*s Ministries Program Area, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).


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