As a veteran of more than 30 General Assemblies, Ric Springer sums up his role as chairman of floor clerks succinctly: “Chief gopher, keep the Assembly moving, and meet the needs of the men on the dais.”
For the church to welcome sexual sinners, it must be a community of grace where sinful people hear truth in the context of caring relationships, and where they learn that sexual sin isn’t unforgivable.
The study committee will assess the current situation in the denomination regarding racial reconciliation, identify specific problems that need to be addressed, and “develop constructive guidelines and suggest concrete steps for the use of the PCA, including all presbyteries and sessions, in order to make progress toward the work of racial reconciliation.”
For too long only a few pastors have tried dealing with the issue of race, but most white PCA pastors did not join their efforts. Now white brothers are entering the conversation, and many of them are offering their stories of messiness and humility.
Role of women in the church, homosexuality, rising generation of leaders, making GA more attractive to younger pastors and ruling elders, and diversity.
“Chapell’s reputation and experience as a reconciler, peacemaker, and healer will serve the General Assembly well.”
Calls for church leaders to become more informed about issues of child sexual abuse in the church, and to report such issues to appropriate authorities in accordance with the laws of their state.
General Assembly can be bewildering for first time commissioners. Dr. Stephen Estock’s guidebook provides some helpful background.
General Assembly can be bewildering for first time commissioners. Dr. Stephen Estock’s guidebook provides some helpful background.