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Presbyterian Polity for Church Leaders
This detailed, comprehensive interpretation of the Presbyterian Book of Order is the most complete resource of its kind. Joan S. Gray and Joyce C. Tucker have revised this best-selling book to include the new standards from the new Form of Government in the Book of Order. It explains the system of Presbyterian government, from sessions to presbyteries to synods to the General Assembly itself.
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205 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 25, 2012
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May 12, 2022
Really great book that is a companion to the BOO.
August 12, 2011
If you only read one book in the next year, please, please, please, do not let it be this. However, if you attend a Presbyterian church and especially if you serve as an ordained officer (elder, deacon, minister of word and sacrament) it is an invaluable resources as a compendium to the Book of Order.
Far too often we think of polity as a burden that gets in the way of real ministry. Or we neglect it as a ministry tool. This book does an excellent job of reminding us how valueable of theological document the Book of Order is and brings it home in an easy to understand manner. The Book of Order is rich and diverse and a should have a leading place in looking to understand and shape the ministry of the Presbyterian Church. In the right hands, this book can go along way into helping make that happen.
Far too often we think of polity as a burden that gets in the way of real ministry. Or we neglect it as a ministry tool. This book does an excellent job of reminding us how valueable of theological document the Book of Order is and brings it home in an easy to understand manner. The Book of Order is rich and diverse and a should have a leading place in looking to understand and shape the ministry of the Presbyterian Church. In the right hands, this book can go along way into helping make that happen.
April 21, 2013
4/21/13. Excellent explanation of Presbyterian Polity. Cuts through the BoO jargon like a knife! A must read for all new session members!
February 14, 2013
Excellent book for Presbyterian USA polity!
March 20, 2016
Great overview of polity. I would highly recommend it.
July 27, 2016
Excellent
This book is an excellent guide to Presbyterian polity. I highly recommend it for both teaching elders and ruling elders.
This book is an excellent guide to Presbyterian polity. I highly recommend it for both teaching elders and ruling elders.
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January 19, 2020this work delves into the government of the Presbyterian church and offers case studies so that learning will occur.
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