New Beginnings for
Church Officers & Members
A one day
training event to inform and excite church officers and
church members about the privilege to serve Christ in the PC
(USA). We pray your Elders, Deacons and members will join
us.
Cost is $10.00 (pay at the door)
To
register online:
Complete this form
November 17, 2007
Macpherson Presbyterian Church
Cliffdale at MacPherson Church Roads
Fayetteville, North Carolina
(910) 867-2113
SCHEDULE:
8:45
Registration ($10 payable at door)
9:00 – 9:30 The high calling of being an Officer
(a reflection)
9:30-10:15 Why do new elders need to be examined?
10:15 Break
10:30- 12:00 ~ 2 Options: (Choose one)
1. For
NEW Officers: Uses and Abuses of Our Constitution
2. For Returning Officers: Responsibilities of the
Session: Real Leadership
12:00 Lunch
12:30 – 2:00 ~ How Elders Shape Presbytery
Please bring a Book of Order and a Book of
Confessions.
Copies will be available for purchase at the event as well.
Responsibilities of Regional Leadership
Councils:
1. Identify specific needs of local churches and related
institutions with in the region.
2. Explore creative ways fro cooperative ministry for
revitalization, transformation and growth.
3. Assist in providing needed resources.
4. Share lessons learned – success, failures, etc.
5. Plan for regional worship services, other events and
activities.
6. Be intentional about arranging meetings and events in a
variety of churches.
7. Make use of the various committees of the Presbytery for
their knowledge and insights.
8. Communicate
9. Coordinate
