The Session is the formal governing arm of the church, comprised of Elders who make decisions regarding the spiritual life, finances and property of the church.
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The manual features three sections.
- Elders and Deacons. An introduction to the Presbyterian Structure and the place of Elders and Deacons within it, alongside some scriptural passages that speak of their office & sections from the PC(USA) Book of Order.
- Presbyterian Documents. A guide to the PC (USA) ‘Book of Confessions’ and ‘Book of Order’. Includes a ‘Reading Guide to the Book of Order’.
- Essential Tenets. At ordination Elders and Deacons are asked to affirm their belief in the ‘Essential Tenets’ of the faith. With a little help from Jack Rogers this section offers some food for thought.
- Appendix. A ‘Top 10 list’, Duties of Session and Duties of Deacons.
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