Resource Spotlights

Deacons

The Presbyterian Deacon, Updated Edition
An Essential Guide
Earl S. Johnson, Jr.
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Fully updated based on the revised Directory for Worship, this book is invaluable for new deacons preparing for their roles in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), while also helping pastors and leaders who are training prospective deacons.

Deacons: The Ministry of Compassion and Service
Being Reformed Series
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This insightful resource may be used in different ways: as a self-guided study, as a group study, and as a ready reference for session reflection. Session members also can use this resource to inform their ongoing ministry.

Ruling Elders

Regarding Ruling Elders: A Monthly Series for Serving Faithfully
New Topical Archives in English (Spanish and Korean Coming Soon)

Ruling elders have responsibilities in several areas of the life of the church including exercise in leadership, governance, spiritual discernment, and discipline. This series seeks to lift up the specific responsibilities while also providing an opportunity to reflect upon how they are lived out, including resources that seeks to nurture the spiritual life of leaders.