The Living Legacy workbook is a discernment and decision-making resource for “Legacy Congregations”—churches that conclude their ministry and seed new ministries. Living Legacy is a mixture of narratives, guidelines, inventories, and resources. It’s […]
Congregational Development Presentation January 21, 2017
Prior to his election as Association Conference Minister for Congregational Development, Rev. Cean James made this presentation at a Special Conference Meeting on January 21, 2017. To view the PowerPoint […]
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A Diagnostic Tool for Church Conflict
This is the tool that Rev. Cean James, Associate Conference Minister for Congregational Development, discussed in some recent seminars. It can serve as a great first step towards Congregational Development! […]
Pennsylvania Southeast Conference 2020 Vision
In 2015 the PSEC Conference Consistory developed this “2020 Vision and Strategic Plan” to shape our work and ministry over the next 5 years. PSEC Pastors and lay leaders should […]
Justice & Witness ministries resources and helpful links
Resources These resources have been recommended by the PSEC Justice & Witness Ministry Team. Tools for becoming a UCC Creation Justice Church http://www.ucc.org/how_it_works_becoming_a_creation_justice_church Building an Inclusive Church: A Welcoming Toolkit […]
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Justice & Witness Advocacy
Whether you are an experienced grassroots organizer, or are considering advocacy for the first time, as a Christian you belong to a long tradition of political advocacy. Many Christian teachings […]
Church Management
These resources from the United Church of Christ Insurance Board include What Churches Should Know Abou Immigration Law, Employee Handbook Teamplate, and Creating Safer Places for Ministry. Visit https://www.insuranceboard.org/safety-resources/church-management/.
Church Break-Ins
Due to the recent increase in church burglaries in our area, we thought it would be a good idea to share some church safety plans. DO NOT leave money in […]
Core Commitments to Employees
Below is a list of core commitments that a congregation should make when employing lay persons and/or clergy. These three basic commitments (provided by the UCC Parish Life and Leadership […]
Employee Manuals
Each church should have written personnel policies that are FOLLOWED. However, no matter how you try, the best drafted policies will not cover every personnel issue that may arise. Therefore, […]
