Presbyterian Mission Agency teaching elders Archives

Suggested hymns for ordination of a teaching elder

Posted March 16th, 2016

Suggested hymns for an ordination service. Other resources for ordination and installation include suggested services for installation and ordination, installation only, ordination only, suggested scriptures and general guidelines on this web site.

Suggested service for ordination of a teaching elder

Posted March 16th, 2016

A sample service for ordination of a teaching elder or pastor in the PC(USA), from charge to the final hymn. Other resources for ordination and installation include suggested services for… Read more »

Presbyterian Panel Survey Fall 2011: Religious and Demographic Profile of Presbyterians

Posted December 10th, 2012

The Presbyterian Panel is made up of representative samples of ruling elders (“lay” leaders) currently serving on session, other members of congregations, and teaching elders (ministers of Word and Sacrament)… Read more »

Expanding the Ministry of the Church Through Bi-vocational Leadership and Community Development

Posted November 12th, 2012

Through this webinar learn how to expand your congregation’s ministry to the community through bi-vocational ministry. Learn whether Faith-based initiatives grants are right for you. Learn about community development and the rewards… Read more »

Uncovering Opportunity in the ‘Hidden Job Market’

Posted November 12th, 2012

Ministers hold a rich bounty of skills and abilities that are highly desired by the non-profit and corporate worlds. What is needed to make the transition from full-time ministry into the… Read more »

A Presbyterian Panel Snapshot: Characteristics of Presbyterians

Posted June 22nd, 2012

This chart provides a brief overview of what we have learned about Presbyterian members, ruling elders and teaching elders through the Presbyterian Panel. View the snapshot for 2011.

Presbyterian Panel Survey Fall 2011: Religious and Demographic Profile of Presbyterians – Summary

Posted May 1st, 2012

The Presbyterian Panel consists of three nationally representative samples of groups affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.): members, ruling elders (formerly known as elders), and teaching elders (also known as… Read more »