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Leadership & Informational Videos

Rev. Dr. Jeffrey W. Gibelius, Pastor
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Rev. Dr. Jeffrey W. Gibelius, Pastor

Michelle Trefren, Director of Music Ministry
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Michelle Trefren, Director of Music Ministry

Vicki Lantz, Coordinator of Adult Ministry

Vicki Lantz, Coordinator of Adult Ministry

Destinee Friskey, Office Manager
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Destinee Friskey, Office Manager

What Presbyterians Believe-Part 1--What all Christians Believe: Incarnation, Dual Nature of Christ, Trinity

What Presbyterians Believe-Part 1--What all Christians Believe: Incarnation, Dual Nature of Christ, Trinity

What Presbyterians Believe-Part 1--What all Christians Believe: Incarnation, Dual Nature of Christ, Trinity
What Presbyterians Believe-Part 2-The Gifts of the Protestant Reformation: Scripture Alone and Grace Alone

What Presbyterians Believe-Part 2-The Gifts of the Protestant Reformation: Scripture Alone and Grace Alone

What Presbyterians Believe -- Part 2 -- The Gifts of the Protestant Reformation: Scripture Alone and Grace Alone
What Presbyterians Believe-Part 3-What it Means to be "Reformed": Sovereignty, Providence, Election, Idolatry, Covenant

What Presbyterians Believe-Part 3-What it Means to be "Reformed": Sovereignty, Providence, Election, Idolatry, Covenant

What Presbyterians Believe Part 3--What it Means to be "Reformed": Sovereignty, Providence, Election, Idolatry, Covenant
How Presbyterians are Organized -- An Introduction to the Session, Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly

How Presbyterians are Organized -- An Introduction to the Session, Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly

How Presbyterians are Organized -- An Introduction to the Session, Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly
What do we mean when we say "Jesus is Lord"?

What do we mean when we say "Jesus is Lord"?

What Does it Mean to Call Jesus, "Savior"?

What Does it Mean to Call Jesus, "Savior"?

What Does it Mean to Call Jesus, "Savior"?
Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 2: Wicked Bad
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Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 2: Wicked Bad

Why do we talk about sin and evil? Are we saying that we're wicked bad? Are we the worst of the worst? For other lessons, visit http://theocademy.com
Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 1: A People of Grace
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Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 1: A People of Grace

For Presbyterians the first thing we need to know is that God is a God of Grace. This truth affects every aspect of our life. For other lessons, visit http://theocademy.com
Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 3: Who do they say that I am?
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Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 3: Who do they say that I am?

We are asked to name Jesus as our "Lord and Savior." What does that really mean? For other lessons, visit http://theocademy.com
Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 5: Blessed to be a Blessing
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Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 5: Blessed to be a Blessing

God has not called us to be concerned about ourselves. Our focus on Fellowship and Mission reminds us of that. For other videos, visit http://theocademy.com
Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 4: Update your faith system
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Foundations of Presbyterian Discipleship 4: Update your faith system

Study and Worship are vital aspects of "being Presbyterian." For other lessons, visit http://theocademy.com
"The Meaning of Life...and Worship" | Introduction to Reformed Worship, Lesson 1
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"The Meaning of Life...and Worship" | Introduction to Reformed Worship, Lesson 1

In which Dr. David Gambrell of the Presbyterian Mission Agency teaches us about the theology of worship; our uses of time, space, and matter; and the impact of language, symbols, and culture on worship.
How Do I Make a Giving Decision?
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How Do I Make a Giving Decision?

What Makes Presbyterians Unique?
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What Makes Presbyterians Unique?

What Does It Mean to Call Jesus, "Lord"?
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What Does It Mean to Call Jesus, "Lord"?

Baptisms

Baptisms

Deacons - 5 Things to Know
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Deacons - 5 Things to Know

5 Things to Know About Being a Deacon Officer Training by Rev. Emily McCachren
Session - 5 Things to Know
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Session - 5 Things to Know

5 Things to Know About Being on Session Officer Training by Rev. Emily McCachren
Ordered Ministry 1 - Ordered Ministers
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Ordered Ministry 1 - Ordered Ministers

Wait. I thought I signed up to be a Deacon or a Ruling Elder. What's this "Ordered Ministry" thing? For other videos, visit: http://www.theocademy.com
Ordered Ministry 2 - Being Leaders
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Ordered Ministry 2 - Being Leaders

Being a leader in the Presbyterian Church is not about accomplishing particular tasks. It's about discerning where God is leading and then helping a congregation follow? But how do we do that? For other videos, visit: http://www.theocademy.com
Ordered Ministry 12 - The Sacraments in Worship
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Ordered Ministry 12 - The Sacraments in Worship

The Sacraments are the simplest way we know to tell the story of God's Grace. Baptism and The Lord's Supper will not let us forget the truth of it.
Ordered Ministry 13 - Prayer and Song in Worship
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Ordered Ministry 13 - Prayer and Song in Worship

For most people, it is the prayers and music in worship that are the introduction to the Christian Faith.
Ordered Ministry 3 - Who is the Church?
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Ordered Ministry 3 - Who is the Church?

Any consideration of who or what the Church is has to begin with a consideration of who GOD is and what GOD is up to. The good news of the Gospel is not about us. It's about God.
Ordered Ministry 4 - What is the Church?
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Ordered Ministry 4 - What is the Church?

How do we know that the Church is the Church? What are the "marks" of the Church? for more videos, vist: http://www.theocademy.com
Ordered Ministry 5 - Being a Confessional Church
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Ordered Ministry 5 - Being a Confessional Church

The Presbyterian Church calls itself a "confessional church." We use official theological documents to help us interpret scripture. for more videos, vist: http://www.theocademy.com
Ordered Ministry 6 - The Confessions
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Ordered Ministry 6 - The Confessions

The Confessions of our church are "reliable expositions of what scriptures leads us to believe and do." But where did these confessions com from? Why were they written, and what point were they trying to make?
Ordered Ministry 7 - A Brief Statement of Faith
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Ordered Ministry 7 - A Brief Statement of Faith

What do Presbyterians believe? A lot of things. What does the Presbyterian Church teach? Find out in this brief look at A Brief Statement of Faith.
Ordered Ministry 8 - Principles of Order and Government
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Ordered Ministry 8 - Principles of Order and Government

Presbyterian Leaders agree to live life in a certain way, and to be corrected when we don't. What are the principles that guide us?
Ordered Ministry 9 - The Councils of the Church
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Ordered Ministry 9 - The Councils of the Church

When Presbyterians do church, they do it intentionally together in groups. We call these groups "councils."
Ordered Ministry 10 - The Dynamics of Worship
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Ordered Ministry 10 - The Dynamics of Worship

One of the primary responsibilities of the Session is to provide for a congregation's worship life. What are the basic ideas and rhythms that we need to be aware of?
Ordered Ministry 11 - The Word in Worship
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Ordered Ministry 11 - The Word in Worship

What do we mean when we say "The Word of the Lord"? Are we talking about Jesus or the Scriptures? Short answer: Yes.
What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 1 Basic Beliefs
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What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 1 Basic Beliefs

My name is John Judson and i welcome to this series about what in the world is a Presbyterian. These videos are intended to offer brief and informative introductions to the beliefs and governance of Presbyterians. These videos are based on both general Presbyterian beliefs and governance, as well as those of Presbyterian Church USA. I have been a Presbyterian Church USA pastor for the past 37 years and hope that these videos can assist those who are curious about Presbyterians and Presbyterians (especially those being trained as elders and deacons) who want to know more about our beliefs and governance.
What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 3 Book of Order
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What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 3 Book of Order

My name is John Judson and i welcome to this series about what in the world is a Presbyterian. These videos are intended to offer brief and informative introductions to the beliefs and governance of Presbyterians. These videos are based on both general Presbyterian beliefs and governance, as well as those of Presbyterian Church USA. I have been a Presbyterian Church USA pastor for the past 37 years and hope that these videos can assist those who are curious about Presbyterians and Presbyterians (especially those being trained as elders and deacons) who want to know more about our beliefs and governance.
What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 6 The Session
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What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 6 The Session

My name is John Judson and i welcome to this series about what in the world is a Presbyterian. These videos are intended to offer brief and informative introductions to the beliefs and governance of Presbyterians. These videos are based on both general Presbyterian beliefs and governance, as well as those of Presbyterian Church USA. I have been a Presbyterian Church USA pastor for the past 37 years and hope that these videos can assist those who are curious about Presbyterians and Presbyterians (especially those being trained as elders and deacons) who want to know more about our beliefs and governance.
What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 7 Our Confessions
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What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 7 Our Confessions

My name is John Judson and i welcome to this series about what in the world is a Presbyterian. These videos are intended to offer brief and informative introductions to the beliefs and governance of Presbyterians. These videos are based on both general Presbyterian beliefs and governance, as well as those of Presbyterian Church USA. I have been a Presbyterian Church USA pastor for the past 37 years and hope that these videos can assist those who are curious about Presbyterians and Presbyterians (especially those being trained as elders and deacons) who want to know more about our beliefs and governance.
What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 9 The Sacraments
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What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 9 The Sacraments

My name is John Judson and i welcome to this series about what in the world is a Presbyterian. These videos are intended to offer brief and informative introductions to the beliefs and governance of Presbyterians. These videos are based on both general Presbyterian beliefs and governance, as well as those of Presbyterian Church USA. I have been a Presbyterian Church USA pastor for the past 37 years and hope that these videos can assist those who are curious about Presbyterians and Presbyterians (especially those being trained as elders and deacons) who want to know more about our beliefs and governance.
What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 10 Questions for Ordination
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What in the World is a Presbyterian Lesson 10 Questions for Ordination

My name is John Judson and i welcome to this series about what in the world is a Presbyterian. These videos are intended to offer brief and informative introductions to the beliefs and governance of Presbyterians. These videos are based on both general Presbyterian beliefs and governance, as well as those of Presbyterian Church USA. I have been a Presbyterian Church USA pastor for the past 37 years and hope that these videos can assist those who are curious about Presbyterians and Presbyterians (especially those being trained as elders and deacons) who want to know more about our beliefs and governance.
Lutheran, Reformed, Methodist & Baptist: What's the Difference?
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Lutheran, Reformed, Methodist & Baptist: What's the Difference?

These Four Christian Denomination Families are all around, but what do they believe and what makes them different? This is a quick look at a few of the answers.
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