Helpful Videos

 “Theocademy: Preparation for Ordered Ministry”

What is ordered ministry and why is it important to the Presbyterian Church?  What does one need to know to be an effective leader in the Presbyterian church?  These videos will explore and answer these and other questions about ordained leadership in the Presbyterian tradition. Video Topics include: Ordered Ministry, Being Leaders, What is the Church, Principles of Order and Governance.

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“Reformed Theology Webinars”

Need a reminder about some of the basics of Reformed Theology or want to be introduced to what it means to be a part of the “Reformed Christian tradition”? Dr. Cynthia Rigby of Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary recently offered an hour-long webinar on this topic.

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The Session Ref: A Training Film

Mock session members help us understand how meetings can run more smoothly.
Please note the motion made by “the funny guy” to table the issue of fixing the organ was improper. The correct motion would be to postpone indefinitely. Also note that the discussion following the motion to table was improper, including the maker’s explanation of his thinking. A motion to table, unlike a motion to postpone indefinitely, is not debatable. A flag was not thrown for either violation.

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