A Sustainable Presbyterian Future: What's Working and Why

by Louis B. Weeks

Overview

In this study of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Louis Weeks examines the present state of the denomination and how congregations can grow in faith through the current time of transition in the church. He considers markers of Presbyterian identity, new ways of connecting and faith development, and defining qualities of the church. Recognizing that many congregations are changing in different ways, Weeks includes case studies of congregations and interviews with leaders of local congregations and denominational leaders to explore aspects of Presbyterian faith and life that are viable and necessary for the future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780664503192
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	06/25/2012
Pages:	126
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Louis B. Weeks is President Emeritus of Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, Virginia, and is the author or editor of twelve books on Presbyterianism and mainstream Protestantism.

Table of Contents

Preface vii

Acknowledgments xiii

1 Presbyterians Tottering and Thriving 1

2 Presbyterian Identity and Culture 11

3 A New Presbyterian Ecology 22

4 Institutions and Elements Comprising the New Ecology 34

5 Integrity and Agency in Presbyterian Worship and Work 44

6 Presbyterian Congregational Resources 53

7 Denominational Resources 63

8 Presbyterian Seminaries and Colleges 73

9 Voicing Our Faith as Presbyterians 83

10 Emerging Possibilities 90

11 A Sustainable Presbyterian Future 100

Notes 105