Resources & Articles
Introducing the Committee Boot Camp Course
You’re on a committee. Now what? Let’s get our leadership muscles into shape through lessons on agendas, minutes, Robert’s Rules, church-wide collaboration, and more.
Learn the basics of Presbyterianism online
It’s finally here! My “What’s Up With That” curriculum for new members in the PC(USA) is available as an e-course. If you’re new to the Presbyterian Church (USA) or want a refresher, you don’t have to wait — jump into learning right now.
Sheet Music: GENEVAN 47 for Four Hands
This arrangement’s simple harmonization amplifies its irregular rhythms, pulsing hits, and forward momentum, all of which draw the listener into its namesake: “Clap your hands… and shout to God!” (Ps. 47:1).
Sheet Music: OLD HUNDREDTH for Four Hands
This arrangement augments the high praise of the doxology, and can be used alongside congregational singing.
Baptismal Certificate Template
There’s a host of reasons you might want a generic certificate—or simply without the PC(USA) seal—and this is one option for you to consider.
Teaching the History of American Presbyterianism
This set of eight slides is a helpful teaching tool that illustrates the most significant schisms, controversies, and reunions in the Presbyterian Church.
Curriculum for a PC(USA) New Members’ Class
This five-week series asks “what’s up with that?” on the burning questions of lifelong Presbyterians and newcomers alike.
Tips, Tricks, and Checklists
To help you dive a little deeper on Squarespace, I’ve put together this guide with a few ways you can make a big difference on your website.
Game: Preaching or Reaching?
This quick card game gets participants talking about the proclamation of the gospel. After all, there’s a fine line between creative proclamations of the Word and grifter shenanigans.
Beginning Assessment and Evaluation for Church Communications
Assessment affords your congregation a reality check, forges a path toward better stewardship of attention, and demystifies parts of human behavior online.
A Communications Glossary for Pastors and Volunteers
I’ve compiled a glossary to help pastors and volunteers wade through technical mumbo-jumbo of communications work.
Mission-driven, Data-informed Church Communications
Pastoral leaders can develop more robust, effective church communications through mission-driven, data-informed church communications. There’s no secret sauce - just some assessment, goal-setting, and follow through.
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Coordinated a Church Devotional
This is the article I needed before saying “yes” to coordinating a church devotional. Here's an honest look at the demands (and joy) of creating a devotional for your community.
Stole Sample: What Presbyterian Ministers Recommend
Get the inside scoop on what two dozen Presbyterian ministers are wearing in worship.
Unpacking “Missions”
“Missions” is a big word, one that carries a wide variety of subtle nuances, sentiments, and assumptions. But what does it mean for Presbyterians?
Come home to a new season
To deepen intimacy with ourselves, it takes a little bit of practice. There’s no secret sauce or hidden wisdom that is required, just an openness to the present moment and God’s presence.
Hymn text: “We Are Baptized Into Christ”
This text offers an assurance of what we profess in our baptisms, that “everflowing grace does stream to every fear and strife,” and that none can “e’er contain the Fount of steadfast grace,” our Creator and friend.
Church Toolkit for Supporting LGBTQ+ People
These resources can be used year round, but are especially helpful for churches responding to incidents of hate or crisis in their local community.
A 12-Day Devotional for Discernment
This devotion spans two weeks, centered on the Psalms. A sample schedule is provided for congregational leaders to get a jump start.
Hymn text: “The Call To Christian Service”
Theologically, this text makes theological connections between vocation, grace, and the pilgrimage of every person in Christ.