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Church Structure and Governance

 

 

 

 

 

 

Church Structure and Governance

THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (U.S.A.)

The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), of which Christ Church Presbyterian (USA) is a part, traces its roots back to the beginnings of Christianity. In the 16th century, Christians in Geneva, Switzerland, created a new, more democratic form of city and church government called "presbyterian," which means, "governed by elders." The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) today is based on this representative form of government.

The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is a connectional church, functioning on several levels, the first level being the local church. Local churches are grouped geographically into Presbyteries, and Presbyteries are grouped to form Synods. Christ Church Presbyterian (USA) is a part of the Eastern Iowa Presbytery, which is in the Synod of Lakes and Prairies. The highest level of the church is called the General Assembly, which meets every year with representatives coming from all levels of the church, across the entire country and internationally, to consider the issues, the business, and the mission of the church.

THE SESSION

The Session, the ruling body of the local church, is made up of Elders elected by the congregation for three-year terms to manage the mission, programs, and finances of the church. Twelve elders serve on Christ Church Presbyterian (USA)'s Session.

THE DEACONS

The congregation also elects Deacons for three-year terms, to offer a ministry of care-giving to the congregation.  Twelve deacons serve on the Board of Deacons at Christ Church.

THE COMMITTEE STRUCTURE

At Christ Church Presbyterian (USA), the Session is divided into Units, to organize and oversee the work of the church. Christ Church Presbyterian (USA)'s three session units are:

 

  • Stewardship and Property
  • Worship and Evangelism
  • Christian Education

 

Cedar Rapids
2000 1st Avenue, NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
Phone: 319-364-3612
www.christchurchnow.org
christcp@mchsi.com

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