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Presbyteries team up to train, prepare commissioned ruling elders
“This is an example of presbyteries coming together to make sure an essential need for leadership in small congregations is not only being addressed, but in a way that fits their needs and culture.”
Rev. Dr. Wayne W. Allen, 84, was Synod moderator, acting executive
The Synod of the Trinity is grateful for his service to the Synod and our region.
Mission experience allows student groups to serve in own ‘backyard’
“The most important part of Backyard Missions is what happens when teams return home. The entire experience is aimed at equipping teams with the skills, experiences and questions that will propel them forward as missionaries in their own contexts.”
Columbia PC’s mission trip leaves lasting effect on ‘Dream Team’
“My treat this whole trip was to watch the impact on other people.”
Two new Synod grants help celebrate our 300th birthday
Have you picked up your birthday present yet? What? Huh? Did I miss something? Seriously, PRESBYTERIES: have you picked up your 300th birthday present yet? In this 300th year of the Synod of the Trinity, founded as the Synod of Philadelphia, we want to say thank you to our colleagues across the region for many…
African-American presence undeniable throughout Synod history
Beginning in June 1807 with the founding of First African Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, African-Americans have been a presence — not always a welcomed presence — but a presence nonetheless within the Synod.
Students at Westminster College transformed as they ‘Experience Alaska’
“Spiritual development is a big part of what we do. We spend time talking about where they saw God present today.”
Presbyterian Women plan annual Women’s Retreat
The Presbyterian Women of the Synod of the Trinity will hold its annual Women’s Retreat from Thursday, June 15, through Saturday, June 17, at the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, PA.
Pittsburgh Seminary offering graduate certificate in Church Planting and Revitalization
Through four hybrid courses, concurrent fieldwork, a coaching relationship and an integrative final portfolio, students must complete 18 hours of coursework for this certificate.