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POL 203 · 200 Series

PCUSA Polity

Leading Structures and Stewardship

About this course

This eight-week course provides an overview of Presbyterian Church (USA) polity, both in principle and in practice. There will be an emphasis on the use of the constitution in the local congregation as well as the governing bodies. Class structure will include lectures, discussion, case studies, and outside assignments.

Course objectives

  • Equip students to become competent moderators of Session.
  • Help students become knowledgeable interpreters of Presbyterian polity for the local congregation.
  • Increase student’s awareness of the denomination’s broader missional purposes.
  • Instill in students an appreciation for our connectional nature.

Who may participate?

All church leaders unless a prerequisite or a particular offering states otherwise.