Category: Elders

  • August 11, 2017
    Evaluation    a Scriptural Framework Psalm 23 offers an interesting framework for the evaluation of a congregational ministry. Begin by…

  • July 31, 2015
    BUILDING A FAITH UNDERSTANDING At this meeting, explain that the purpose is to build a faith understanding for the importance…

  • July 29, 2015
    WHEN CHURCHES MIRROR SOCIETY We live in a period of anxiety in both church and society. When people are anxious,…

  • December 5, 2014
    THREE BEGINNING STEPS I think there are three initial steps that you need to think about. STEP ONE Does the…

  • October 29, 2012
    I have just completed offering a Webinar, in conjunction with The Presbyterian Outlook called "Teaming With your Clergy." I've watched…

  • August 27, 2012
    A WEBINAR FOR CHURCH SESSIONS, PRESBYTERY COMMITTEES, AND PASTORS TEAMING WITH YOUR PASTOR A 75-minute Webinar featuring Stephen McCutchan Brought…

  • June 26, 2012
    The Session could derive some real benefit and encouragement by doing a random poll of the membership around certain open-ended…

  • December 17, 2010
    Within the Presbyterian tradition, an elder remains an elder even when they are not involved in actively serving on the…

  • December 16, 2010
    Like the clergy, family members can also be affected positively or negatively by the elder's ministry. An awareness of these…

  • December 15, 2010
    Paying attention to the spiritual, emotional journey of our elders is an important way to build the body. By doing…