Resources from the 2013 Big Tent Ruling Elders Conference workshop entitled "Ruling as Elders in Times of Trouble" led by Joyce Lieberman and Doska Ross.
This page includes Part 1 of 2 of Guidelines in Times of Disagreement from the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program
Download this game which entails finding other ruling elders who have engaged in a variety of ministries and activities through their ministry.
This is the handout for the Ruling Elders workshop facilitated by Molly Casteel and Martha Miller.
Elder Training led by Peggy Hinds, Associate General Presbyter, Mid-Kentucky Presbytery. Friday, August 2, 2:00pm
Session 1: "The Ruling Elder: Presbyterian Polity"
Provided an overview of Presbyterian polity, its history and theology, and the way it influences the life of a congregation and the ministry of ruling elders.
Elder Training led by Peggy Hinds, Associate General Presbyter, Mid-Kentucky Presbytery. Friday, August 2, 4:00pm
Session 2: "The Ruling Elder: Roles and Responsibilities"
Explored the role of ruling elders in their ministry of discernment and governance. The responsibilities of session were also covered.
Elder Training led by Peggy Hinds, Associate General Presbyter, Mid-Kentucky Presbytery. Friday, August 2, 8:00pm
Session 3: "The Ruling Elder: Leading in Congregational Life"
Offered ruling elders the opportunity to integrate information from sessions 1 and 2 into the congregational setting, through engagement with case studies. This is the case study resource.
Elder Training led by Peggy Hinds, Associate General Presbyter, Mid-Kentucky Presbytery. Friday, August 2, 8:00pm
Session 3: "The Ruling Elder: Leading in Congregational Life"
Offered ruling elders the opportunity to integrate information from sessions 1 and 2 into the congregational setting, through engagement with case studies. This is the matching game resource.
The Sabbath Practices Ministry Kit for Adults looks at how to engage each of the essential practices (Hospitality, Prayer, Service, Storytelling and Retreat) with adults in your life. Each practice section includes things to consider and ways to engage. A list of suggested resources is included as well.
The Sabbath Practices Ministry Kit for Camp looks at how to engage each of the essential practices (Hospitality, Prayer, Service, Storytelling and Retreat) in a camp or conference center setting. Each practice section includes things to consider and ways to engage. A list of suggested resources is included as well.
The Sabbath Practices Ministry Kit for Children looks at how to engage each of the essential practices (Hospitality, Prayer, Service, Storytelling and Retreat) with children in your community. Each practice section includes things to consider and ways to engage. A list of suggested resources is included as well.