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Church Officer Training Resources
Every year in congregations, the nominating committees seek to discern from among active members who God is calling to serve as ruling elders and...
Chicago Presbytery Discussion on Proposed Amendments to the Constitution
The booklet outlining the proposed amendments to the PC(USA) Book of Order is now available as presbyteries across the nation will be voting in the...
A Prayer and Call For Support In Response to Hurricane Helene
by Rev. Shawna Bowman, Moderator Elect, Chicago Presbytery In the wake of the brutal devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, Remind us, O God, that...
Cuba Partnership Update
It was a privilege to attend the 2024 Cuba Partners Network Gathering, held at the Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien, IL. Vibrant worship, panel...
Chicago Presbytery Webinar Series
The Presbytery of Chicago is launching something new — a monthly webinar series to explore issues facing ministry leaders. Each offering will be a...
Benefit Change Updates
The Board of Pensions has approved a new Benefits Plan structure, effective January 1, 2025. This represents a significant change for churches and...
Leadership Conference
2025 Chicago Presbytery Leadership Conference Faithfulness in an Election Year: Working for Justice, Loving Others, and Walking Humbly with...
40 Years of Ministry
I am writing this blog on July 29, 2024 – which happens to be the 40th anniversary of my ordination as a “Minister of the Word.” That was the...
2024 Teaching Elder and Commissioned Pastor Retreat
Registration is now open for the 2024 pastors retreat!
The Ripple Effect
The Lord had said to Abram, “Leave your native country, your relatives, and your father’s family, and go to the land that I will show you. I will...
Summer Mental Health Movie Event
Hello Teaching Elders! Each month we've been recommending movie selections that center around some aspect of mental health. Recently we recommended...
June Films for Tough Times
The hot summer is near, when emotions can take a tumble, with lots of people interacting closely. Scientific research reports that after 95...