How do Presbytery and Synod Self-Development Committees get certified?
• Every two years, presbyteries and synods submit certification applications for Self- Development of People Committees to the National Committee. The applications include names, addresses, race, vocations, previous connection with self-development programs and denominational affiliations of their Self-Development Committee members. The applications also include written evaluations of projects funded by the committees. Self-Development Committees must be composed of a majority of persons who are representatives of racial/ethnic minority groups and the majority must be members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Staff members of the presbyteries or synods serve the Self-Development Committees as staff and are ex-officio and without a vote. Chairpersons must be Presbyterian. • The presbytery and synod certified Self-Development Committees will have final authority to validate and fund projects within their bounds, and to deal directly with the National Committee and community groups. •
Related Questions
- Does a certified Presbytery or Synod Self-Development Committee have final authority to validate and fund projects within the bounds of its governing body?
- Do Presbytery and Synod Committees follow the same procedures as the National Committee?
- How do Presbytery and Synod Self-Development Committees get certified?
