This study guide, prepared by the Office of Theology and Worship, is written at the request of the 217th General Assembly, Item 04-05: ” … commended for use by sessions… Read more »
The Presbyterian Health Network (PHN) is the membership organization for congregations, parish nurses, health ministry teams, clergy and others who feel called to speak the language of care and build… Read more »
Are there guidelines for what kinds of music are appropriate in Presbyterian worship? Whose responsibility is it to decide … the pastor, the session, the musicians or choir director? Susan… Read more »
What are the guidelines for the use of liturgical colors? Liturgical colors can orient us to the season of the church year and help to engage the sense of sight… Read more »
Is it an altar or a table? The Presbyterian/Reformed understanding of the Lord’s Supper is one of thanksgiving and remembrance for the self-offering of Jesus Christ once and for all… Read more »
Where should we place the baptismal font? Most importantly, the baptismal font belongs in the sanctuary, or wherever the people of God regularly assemble for worship. The presence of the… Read more »
What is the lectionary? How do we use it? A lectionary (from the Latin lectio for “selection” or “reading”) is a set of scripture readings chosen for use in worship…. Read more »
What are the liturgical seasons? The PC(USA) Directory for Worship says: God has provided a rhythm of seasons which orders life and influences the church’s worship. God’s work of redemption… Read more »
Who is responsible for planning worship? The Presbyterian Directory for Worship helps to outline responsibilities for worship planning and policy-making: In a particular church, the session is to provide for… Read more »
by the Rev. Kevin Fredericks, Black Mountain Presbyterian Church, Black Mountain, N.C., Presbyterians Against Domestic Violence Network (PADVN) Leadership Team For years many church leaders have operated from the basic… Read more »
