Reformed Presbyterian Minutes of Synod 1993

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M I N U T E Sof theONE HUNDRED SIXTY-FOURTHSYNODof theREFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHOF NORTH AMERICAFranklin CollegeFranklin, IndianaJuly 10-16,1993CHURCH HEADQUARTERSMr. Louis D. Hutmire, Treasurer7408 Penn AvenuePittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15208(412)731-1177

1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEJ. PAUL McCRACKENModerator of Synod—1993SATURDAY, JULY 10,1993The One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Synod of the Reformed Presbyteian Church of North America met in the chapel on the FranklinCollege campus at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 10,1993.Bill Weir led the Synod in the singing of Psalm 133A, and theModerator, Raymond P. Joseph, led the court in prayer. The Moderatorpreached God's Word from Matthew 6:9-10 and Luke 1:71-75 onthe theme, "On Earth As It Is In Heaven." Following the singing ofPsalm 72C, the Moderator led in prayer constituting the court.The roll was called and is as follows for all the sessions of Synod:Adams, Greg, Westminster (CO)Adams, Roy, EastvaleAdjemian, Christian, Smiths FallsAyer, Aubrey, OttawaBackensto, Bruce R., Ridgefield ParkBessel, Roy, Rose PointBlack, Keith, Alleghenies DDXXXX XXXXXXxxxxxxxxxxxxXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHBlackwood, Edwin, EvansvilleBlackwood, Roy, 2nd IndianapolisBoyle, Samuel E.Bright, James, Great Lakes-Gulf DDBuck, Francis, Los AngelesBump, Larry, Belle CenterCarson, James D., Los AngelesCassell, Donald, 2nd Indianapolis, ALTChao, CharlesChin, Glen, Ridgefield ParkComin, Douglas, Washington, IACoon, David C, White LakeCopeland, StanCopeland, Wilbur, ShawneeCowley, Anthony A., Elkins ParkDuffield, A. Wayne, New AlexandriaEdgar, William J., BroomallElliott, D. Howard, WinchesterEngland, Mark, Christ CovenantFaris, Harold, ShawneeFaris, Paul E.Fields, Webster, LisbonFinley, Paul W., WaltonGladfelter, Larry, Atlantic DDGraham, Ron, MinneolaHallstein, Christian W., Cov. Fell., PghHanson, John H, Southside IndianapolisHemphill, E. RaymondHemphill, Robert L., Westminster (CO)Henning, Robert A.Hicks, Donnie, College HillHindman, Fran, Midwest DDHindman, J. Edward, DenisonHutmire, Louis D., Cov. Fell., PghJohnston, Rich, 2nd IndianapolisJoseph, Ralph E., SelmaJoseph, Raymond P., SouthfieldKeddie, Gordon J., GraceLaMay, Robert, ClarindaLamont, Joseph, SeattleLong, David W., West LafayetteLowe, G. DuncanXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX X XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXxxxxxxxxxxXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXxxxxxxxxxxxxXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

8 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THE93-2 was defeated, rejecting the proposed study. The recommendationsof the Committee on communications 93-3 through 93-9 wereadopted. The recommendation on Communication 93-10 was laid onthe table and the following substitute was adopted: That the NominatingCommittee appoint a Judicial Committee to study the issues raisedby communication 93-10 and report their findings to the Synod of1994. The Report of the Business of Synod Committee on Communicationsis as follows:REPORT OF THE BUSINESS OF SYNOD COMMITTEESECTION A—COMMUNICATIONS TO SYNODCOMMUNICATION 93-1This paper comes from the Midwest Presbytery, and was endorsed bythe Presbyteiy at its November 1992 meeting. The objective of the paperis not clear. It does not call for a committee to study the proposal. Stepsare specified, but, if adopted, the steps wouldrequire several constitutionalchanges which are not identified. In addition, the Business of SynodCommittee notes a number of questions which need to be clarified beforean educated vote could take place. Some of the clarifications needed are:definition of "etc." with referenceto Synod elections (what offices areincluded?); the relation of these steps to the existing constitutions of therespective boards; the method of nominations; who determines "qualifiedcandidate"? who is eligible to send in proxy votes? do these steps envisiona year's postponement if there is no election by the third ballot? whatprovision is there for a written call to the person that can be signed and whois eligible to sign? clarification of intent: to require a two-thirds vote on allelections and/or appointments be made by Synod? what specific changeswould be needed in the Directory for Church Government!Recommendation• That the Synod return the communication to the Midwest Presbytery forclarification and, if desired, resubmission.COMMUNICATION 93-2This communication is a petition from two members of Synod, JonathanWatt and Christian Adjemian. The paper did not pass through eitherpresbytery, a process legal at the time the paper was presented.Recommendation• (THIS MOTION IS LOST.) That Synod adopt the two recommenda-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHtions of the petition and that the committee asked for be appointed bythe Nominating Committee.COMMUNICATION 93-3This communication comes to the Synod from the Great Lakes-GulfPresbytery and was endorsed by that Presbytery on April 14, 1993.Unknown financialcosts both for personnel and space as well as forcontinuing care and provisions for making the material accessible toqualified persons would need to be considered in this proposal. (SeeDirectory for Church Government, 8.6 third sentence.)Recommendation• That a committee be appointed by the Nominating Committee toconsider the merits of the paper. Since considerable historical materialalready exists at the Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary andat Geneva College, we further recommend that the committee includerepresentatives of each of the institutions.COMMUNICATION 93-4This communication comes from the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery,endorsed at their meeting on April 14, 1993. The communication is apetition that the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America seekmembership in the International Council of Reformed Churches.Recommendation• That the communication be referred to the Interchurch Committee fortheir recommendation.COMMUNICATION 93-5Communication 93-5 is fromthe San Diego Session, transfened by theAd Interim Commission of the Pacific Coast Presbytery on May 23,1993,"without comment." The action of the Ad Interim Commission isattached. The communication calls for amendments to Chapters 24 and 25of the Testimony. Communication 93-5a is from the Washington, Iowa,Session and passed on to Synod by the Ad Interim Commission of theMidwest Presbytery "without comment"; the intent of the communicationis to support Communication 93-5 and is therefore attached to itRecommendation• That a special committee be appointed by the Nominating Committee tostudy the proposed amendments and the biblical proof texts and makerecommendations to the Synod. The special committee should include

10 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEin their report a determination whether such changes, if adopted,require the changes to be sent down in overture (Directory for ChurchGovernment), 7.12).COMMUNICATION 93-6Communication 93-6 is from the Board of Trustees of the ReformedPresbyterian Theological Seminary. It calls for the appointment of acommittee to study the funding of the boards of the denomination in thelight of the "health, growth and multiplication of congregations."It should be noted that the 1992 Synod passed the following motion:"That Synod require the committee on the Business of Synod to makespecific recommendations regarding the financialpriorities of Synod"(Minutes of Synod, 1992, page 24).The Committee's efforts toward this goal are noted in the reportto the1993 Synod. It is our desire to work on Synod's mandate and we are inprocess of fulfilling this desire: "We will seek to address the questionagain.... Suffice it to say that before this is resolved, the participants inSynod's M&M may have to sit down together and agree on a viable mannerof distribution."Recommendation• That Communication 93-6 be referred to the Business of SynodCommittee.COMMUNICATION 93-7This communication from the Atlantic Presbytery is a request forclarification of a section in the Directory for Church Government.Recommendation• That Communication 93-7 be refened to the Judicial Committee.COMMUNICATION 93-8This communication is from the Home Mission Board and concerns theoversight of pastors. After the paper was submitted, Kenneth Smith,unaware of the paper, sent a proposal which had the effect of implementingtheir concerns. The Business of Synod Committee is asking that theproposal from Mr. Smith, although not a paper addressed to Synod, beattached to the Home Mission Board paper for information. This proposalis attached to this report.Recommendation• That Communication 93-8 be referred to the Home Mission Board for

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11consultation with Kenneth G. Smith and that a recommendation bereturned to this meeting of Synod.COMMUNICATION 93-9This petition from the Evansville Commission, endorsed by the GreatLakes-Gulf Presbytery, is asking for an addition to the Directory forChurch Government.The Committee notes that the Directory includes the following:"The following rules for the guidance of Synod are those commonlyobserved by the courts of all churches in the presbyterian system. Insofaras they are applicable they should be followed also by lower courts. It isnot to be assumed that they meet every condition, for "Under extraordinarycircumstances, extraordinary things may be done" (Ch. 8, Para. 1). Theuse of the term "directory" indicates that this document is not meant toaddress every situation but is to be regarded as a guideline to directsessions, presbyteries and synod in their business. Therefore the Committeeconsiders that the requested addition to the Directory for ChurchGovernment is unnecessary.Recommendation- That Communication 93-9 be returned to the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbyterywith the notation that the Presbytery is authorized to make suchdecisions.COMMUNICATION 93-10The communication is from the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery fromtheir meeting on April 14, 1993 and calls for the appointment of a studycommittee.Recommendation• That the Nominating Committee appoint a Judicial Committee to studythe issues raised by communication 93-10 and report their findingstothe Synod of 1994.A special motion from the Business of Synod Committee wasapproved as follows:That half the offering received at the Sabbath evening service becontributed to the building renovation project in Cyprus and theremaining half be used toward meeting the expenses of Synod.The report of the Committee on Arrangements was taken up.Items 1 was referred to the Business of Synod Committee. Items 2 and

12 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THE3 were referred to the Nominating Committee. The report as a wholewas approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON ARRANGEMENTSBy the time that you read this report the Committee on Arrangementswill have taken care of the details needed for this year's Synod. Our jobdescription, as it cunently stands, is found on page 63 of the 1991 Minutesof Synod.The Committee has done most of its work by conespondence this year.Much help has been given by the Business of Synod Committee, who dida great deal of preliminary work for us. Also giving tremendous aid wasthe Rev. Jerry O'Neill, a member of neither committee. His voluntarylabor was greatly appreciated by the members of this committee.The committee would like to thank Cheryl Mullin and Bob Barger ofthe Franklin College staff, as well as those assisting them, for their workin planning and arranging for the Synod. Thanks go to Karen Howes andthe Marriot Food Service staff for the meals. Also, we again give specialthanks to our dear sister Judy Linhart for her work as Synod's secretary foranother year. It has become nearly impossible to think of a successfulSynod without her labor of love in the Lord.The committee has become aware of a need to assure, as much ashumanly possible, that there be at least two members of the committeepresent at Synod. It is a bit of a load for only one man to carry.Recommendations1. (REFERRED to Business of Synod Committee) That the NominatingCommittee assure that there be at least two teaching elders on theCommittee on Arrangements in order to have, if at all possible, at leasttwo members of the committee present at Synod2. The terms of Philip Pockras and Butch Shoop expire at this meeting ofSynod and their successors should be appointed.3. A new chairman should be appointed from within the membership of thecommittee.Respectfully submitted,Bob HemphillDonnie HicksPhil Pockras, chairmanButch Shoop

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 13Robert Mann and Willard McMillan led Synod in prayer adjourningthe court at 10:30 p.m. Synod concluded the evening singing Psalm96A stanza 1.MONDAY, JULY 12,1993,8:30 A.M.Synod reconvened on Monday, July 12, 1993 at 8:30 a.m. in tFranklin Room of the Ely Lilly Campus Center on the campus ofFranklin College, Franklin, Indiana.Francis Buck led Synod in singing Psalm 90C, stanza 1, and RobertMcFarland constituted the court in prayer.The roll was called.Arthur Fawthrop, pastor-elect of the Endwell Congregation, wasintroduced to the court.Willard McMillan led Synod in worship. Synod sang Psalm 63B.Mr. McMillan led in prayer then preached God's Word from Romans15:1-7 on the theme, "Accept One Another." Synod sang Psalm 122Aand was led in prayer once again.The minutes of the Saturday evening meeting were read, corrected,and approved.It was moved, seconded, and carried that delegates without certificationbe seated as regular members of the court. It was moved,seconded, and carried that all elders present be recognized as consultativemembers of the court.Samuel Boyle read a memorial he had prepared for G. MackayRobb. The memorial appears in the Appendix to the Minutes.Robert Mann asked for a personal privilege and read a letter fromthe Springs Reformed Church (RPCNA) expressing gratitude for theleadership of the Moderator and noting that $30 will be given toRPM&M in the name of J. Paul McCracken in honor of his electionas Moderator of the 1993 Synod.Jack Whytock was introduced to the court as a fraternal delegatefrom the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.An order of the day was set to take up the report of the Board ofTrustees of the Theological Seminary on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.immediately following the break.The Moderator announced the committees he is appointing asfollows:

14 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THENOMINATING COMMITTEETim McCracken, Ch.John TweedPeter Smith (2 years)Walter (Kit) Swartz (2 years)Francis Buck (1 Year)Kenneth Thompson (1 Year)RESOLUTION OF THANKSKarl Meeker, Ch.Mark EnglandRaymond P. JosephJUDICIAL COMMITTEERandall Van Osdol, Ch.Paul MartinAlan NoellBrent WellsSid Van CampJoseph LamontPRESBYTERY REVIEWWilliam Roberts, Ch.Aubrey AyerRonald GrahamDarrell PowellLaverne RosenbergerPARLIAMENTARIAN Class of '98: Bruce StewartChairman: Jim CarsonCOMMITTEES TO REVIEW RECORDS OF PRESBYTERIESALLEGHENIESKenneth McBurney, Ch.Darrell ParnellChristopher WrightGREAT LAKES-GULFChristian Adjemian, Ch.John MongerBruce BackenstoPACIFIC COASTE. Raymond Hemphill, Ch.John McGrathAnthony CowleyATLANTICDoug Comin, Ch.Ralph ShellKelly MooreMIDWESTJohn McMillan, Ch.Andrew SchepDon PritchardST. LAWRENCERobert H. McFarland, Ch.Ray McCrackenDonnie HicksJAPAN COMMISSIONRobert Hemphill, Ch.Jonathan WattGlen ChinSynod recessed at 9:55 a.m., being led in prayer by Kelly Moore.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 15MONDAY, JULY 12,19931:30 P.M.Synod reconvened at 1:30 p.m. and was led in prayer by theModerator.The roll was passed.The minutes of the morning session were read, corrected, andapproved.The reports of the Alleghenies, Atlantic, Great Lakes-Gulf, Midwest,Pacific Coast, and St. Lawrence presbyteries and the JapanCommission were taken up and received. In keeping with the reportof the St. Lawrence Presbytery, Ed Robson addressed the court inbehalf of Ottawa Theological Hall. The presbytery reports are asfollows:REPORT OF THE PRESBYTERY OF THE ALLEGHENIESThe Presbytery has held two regular meetings (Oct. 92 and Apr. 93)since it convened during the Carleton Conference last July, along with onespecial meeting to examine seminary student Mark England for licensure.We have fourteen organized congregations and one mission church, alllocated in central or western Pennsylvania, or the Washington, D.C. area.Two of our congregations are without pastors at this time (Allegheny &Eastvale), though both have made out calls. Since last summer, twocongregations have received new pastors (First Beaver Falls & NorthHills); one has been notified of its pastor's imminent retirement.A number of events and developments during the past year occasionthanksgiving: a new church building for the Grace (State College) Congregation,numerical growth in the Trinity-Anchor Fellowship works, diversifyingof ministries and services in the Covenant Fellowship and CollegeHill congregations, along with generally positive reports from a number ofour other congregations as well. At the same time, we are aware of theongoing struggles of some of our members as well.Throughout the year and this summer there have been, or will be,several presbytery-wide events, including evenings devoted to prayer &praise, youth retreats, and our annual summer conference planned for thisJuly at Geneva College.We have four students of theology under our care: Mark England (whograduates this summer and is eligible for a call); senior Vince Scavo;middler Scott Wilkinson; and part-time student, Keith Black (a deacon atCollege Hill).

16 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEPastor Kelly Moore returned from service as a military chaplain inSomalia this spring to his station at Fort Drum (upstate N.Y.). PastorWilliam Stenett continues to serve as a missionary in Kobe, Japan. Anumber of our other ministers continue working with Geneva College andthe Reformed Presbyterian Seminary. We were saddened in the loss ofG.M. Robb, who has preceded us to glory, but have been pleased to receivePastor James Wittke from the PCA to serve at our North Hills congregation.Respectfully submitted,Jonathan M. Watt, ClerkREPORT OF THE ATLANTIC PRESBYTERYAtlantic Presbytery held two meetings since Synod last metmeeting was held Aug. 7,1992, in Northfield, Minn., and one in RidgefieldPark, N.J., April 9, 1993 (our annual Spring meeting). The Ad InterimCommission invited the members of presbytery to meet in Ridgefield Parkfor the purpose of examining Rev. James Paul Kern, a teaching elder in theOrthodox Presbyterian Church, relative to his suitability to receive a callwithin the RPCNA.Atlantic Presbyteiy has established two mission stations. Rev. ThomasHouston, associate pastor of the Broomall, Pa., congregation, is serving aschurch planter in Lancaster, Pa. (living in Lititz, Pa.). The ministry isenjoying the Lord's blessing as the congregation meets in a YMCAbuilding with more than adequate room for the ministry. A steady flow ofvisitors and those who are "sticking with it" has been enjoyed.Rev. Leverne Rosenberger is serving as church planter in Middletown,N.Y., under the oversight of the Middletown Commission of AtlanticPresbytery. The Rosenbergers are living in Middletown, N.Y., and seeingthe Lord's blessing on the initial Bible study on the Confession of Faith,with seven faithful scholars, three of them studying the Reformed faith forthe firsttime. Evangelism is concentrating on establishing other Biblestudy groups in Genesis, the Gospel of John, and a singing class concentratingon Psalm singing.Our six congregations—Broomall, Cambridge, Coldenham/Newburgh,Elkins Park, Ridgefield Park, and White Lake—have teaching elders.Broomall has an associate pastor as stated above.The Broomall congregation is being served by Bill Edgar. They aredeeply involved in the mission station in Lancaster, and they are makingplans to enlarge their place of worship. The church is happy with its revised

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 17morning worship service and with its new program of systematic Bibleinstruction for the afternoon.The Cambridge congregation recently called Rev. James Kern to betheir teaching elder. Mr. Kem accepted the call and was installed May 21,1993. The congregation has enjoyed unity and peace through its timewithout a teaching elder. Three ministers of the gospel in the OrthodoxPresbyterian Church in the greater Boston area have served the pulpit well.The church building is being repaired. The congregation is lookingforward to growing under the capable ministry of their new teaching elder.The Coldenham/Newburgh congregation has been served by Rev. JohnMcMillan as stated supply. He has been appointed stated supply for asecond year by presbytery. The mortgage on the recently remodeledbuilding is being paid on time. The congregation is pursuing a plan for thecalling and ordaining of deacons. We praise God for the peace He hasgiven this congregation.The Elkins Park congregation is being served by Tony Cowley. Thecongregation is enjoying the Lord's Supper the second Lord's Day permonth. On the first and third Lord's Day per month area fellowshipmeetings are held as well as the morning worship service. A Thursdayevening Bible study is being held. Worship attendance has increasedthroughout the year, for which the congregation gives thanks.The RidgefieldPark congregation is being served by Bruce R. Backensto.A new Bible study has been estabUshed in Ridgefield Park. Fellowshipmeals after services once a month with a mission emphasis have beenestablished. A clothing exchange for the neighborhood has been held twicesince Synod last met. A Friday night Boys and Girls Club has been doingwell. Instead of Wednesday prayer meetings the session has begun teamsof prayer partners who generally meet over the telephone each week. Fora second year session engaged in a telephone outreach; however, it becameless effective as our calls reached further away from the community. Ourpastor joined the New York Christian Coalition, and the session functionedfor a second year as the Ad Interim Commission of AtlanticPresbytery.The White Lake congregation is being served by David Coon. Thecongregation is thankful to God for an increase in membership andattendance, as well as additional programs including a men's fellowship.Presbytery maintains the credentials of fiveteaching elders who are notactively serving a congregation as a teaching elder. They are as follows:1) Philip Coon, who is retired from the pastoral ministry living inGettysburg, Pa.2) William Cornell, who is serving as a ruling elder on the Broomallsession and preaches occasionally for congregations in Pennsylvania,

18 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THENew Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York. Due to family burdensincurred over the last couple of years, he has not seen his way clear to retumto the active teaching eldership.3) Bruce Hemphill, who is serving on the session of the Elkins Parkcongregation and is finishing his doctrinal program at Westminster Seminaryin Philadelphia.4) Jonathan Leach, who is presently serving as Chaplaincy ProgramDirector for the White Haven Center, a 400-bed intermediate care faciUtyfor people with mental retardation. It is operated by Pennsylvania'sDepartment of PubUc Welfare.5) Brian Randazzo, who is a certified alcohol counselor for the state ofNew York. He is serving on the Middletown Commission of the presbyteryand preaches occasionally for congregations in New York and Pennsylvania.The following men are presently students of theology under the care ofAtlantic presbyteiy: 1) Keith Dowell of the Elkins Park RPC; 2) MichaelLydon; 3) Brian Schwartley (licensed to preach), and 4) David Spor, all ofthe Broomall RPC.Atlantic Ppresbytery thanks Allegheny Presbytery for reporting ontheir action declaring the book Call Me Blessed unbiblical in its teachingin response to our paper concerning the same book.Atlantic Presbytery has maintained fraternal relations with the elders ofthe American Presbyterian Church. Papers have been exchanged anddiscussed to help facilitate our understanding of each other's points ofemphasis.Presbytery's Family Camp held at White Lake features Pastor JerryO'Neill as the main speaker from August 7-14,1993. His theme toucheson the matter of relationships.The following are the officers of the presbytery: John McMillan,moderator, Bruce Backensto, clerk; Glen Chin, treasurer. The RidgefieldPark, N.J., session is the Ad Interim Commission. Our updated roster wasforwarded to the Stated Clerk with the necessary corrections. Our membershipis accounted for and our travel assessment is paid in full. Ourdeacon delegate to this meeting of Synod is Tom Fischer with LarryGladfelter as alternate.Atlantic Presbytery commends William Cornell as a faithful teachingelder within the presbytery to the Synod. Mr. Cornell has served the Lordfaithfully within the presbytery since resigning as the teaching elder of theCambridge, Mass,, Reformed Presbyterian Church. He served relentlesslyas the moderator of the Elkins Park RPC session until Pastor Cowley wasordained and installed as their teaching elder. He serves as a ruling elderon the Broomall, Pa., RPC Session, a session actively seeking to establish

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 19a new congregation, by God's grace, in Lancaster, Pa., along with thebusiness involved in being a faithful shepherding body of elders within thelocal congregation. When called upon by presbytery, Mr. Cornell hasmore than adequately met requests of him and his gifts and talents.Presendy the presbytery recognizes the stress being brought to bear inMr. Cornell's life by circumstances well beyond his control or doing. Heis being asked to exercise his gifts and talents as a teaching elder and aruling elder on an emergency basis only, and we ask congregationsthroughout the church in need of preaching supplies to keep our request inmind. Presbytery is praying with Mr. CorneU for the Lord's richgrace andmercy as he bears up and lives life to the fullest in the freeness he has inChrist Jesus. We are asking Almighty God to put to rest criminal acts andtheir consequences suffered by Mr. Cornell and members of his immediatefamily as soon as His good timing permits. Thank the LORD with Mr.Cornell and Atlantic Presbytery for His clear care and sustaining mercyextended to Mr. Cornell on a daily basis.Our God and His way s are for our own conformity to His beloved Son' simage. Praise be to God.Respectfully submitted,Bruce R. Backensto, clerkFor your infonnation:Rev. Robert Roane55 North DriveHolland, PA 18966(215) 322-6769 (h); (215) 822-1321 (w)Rev. Roane is commended to our churches to fillthe pulpit as aReformed Confessional preacher with no dissents to the Reformed PresbyterianChurch' s Constitution as examined by Atlantic Presbytery April 9,1993.REPORT OF GREAT LAKES-GULF PRESBYTERYThe Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery gives thanks to the Head oChurch for His continued grace and favor to us in the past year. He Whosaid, "I will build my church," continues to do just that in our midst.Again this year we have a new mission church, in Evansville, Ind.,organized on 16 April, 1993. The Rev. Edwin Blackwood, ordained lastOctober to labor in this field,has been working full time to develop themission. His family and the family of Keith Wing have been dedicated

20 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEservants for Christ's Crown and Covenant. There are now five strongfamilies committed to the work, some being experienced beUevers, somebeing young in the faith, and some being brand new converts to Christ Wecontinue to see much encouragement at the Sycamore Fellowship missionchurch in Kokomo, Ind. Efforts to establish a new outreach in Ocoee, Fla.,continue. Multiracial congregation, our youngest estabUshed church, isalready looking to begin a daughter congregation in the Ft. Walton Beach,Fla., area as the Lord allows.Not all our news has been good. Satan still prowls about as a roaringlion, seeking to devour what he can. Ogemaw congregation was dissolvedon 18 October 1992, after a long period of difficulty. Ministry to the formermembers continues in several ways. The former pastor, the Rev. RobertLaMay, has moved to Clarinda, Iowa, to serve as the stated supply in thatcongregation.There have been some changes within our presbytery bounds. Mr. RickSutton was taken undercare as a student of theology on 16 April, 1993. Wehave ordained Andrew McCracken and Edwin Blackwood to the ministry.Rev McCracken was installed as associate pastor in the Bloomingtonchurch. Ralph Joseph, received from Midwest Presbytery, was installedover the Selma church. The Rev. D. Raymond McCracken was installedat Orlando as Pastor of Outreach on 15 April, 1993. We anticipate that Mr.Richard Johnston wiU be ordained and installed as associate pastor atSecond Indianapolis on 9 July, 1993, the day before the start of Synod. Hewas declared eligible to receive a call on 15 April, 1993, and was presentedwith the call at that time. Since last year's report, we have also received theRev. Robert Henning from Midwest Presbytery, who has retired toColumbus, Ind. R. Paul and Janet Mathews have been in Brazil much ofthe time since last Synod, working for Wycliffe Bible Translators insupport roles. They have had to return earlier than they had expected andhoped, as they could not obtain long-term visas from the Braziliangovernment. The life of one of our brethren has been gloriously transformed,although it has been sad for us. Donald WilUam Felker wastranslated from the Church Militant to the Church Triumphant on 25November 1992. David Peachy, after much consideration and with muchcounsel over a number of years from presbytery, asked to be removed fromthe office of teaching elder. This was done without church discipline.Three congregations mourn the loss of ruling elders. Rev. Felker wasserving on the West Lafayette session at the time of his passing. BelleCenter misses J. Milroy Templeton and Bloomington, Ray M. Wampler.We are generally pleased with what our statistical report reveals of thework of our Mediator. We record a net gain of 30, a net increase of 100attending worship, 22 new baptized members, 6 covenant children making

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 21public profession of faith, and 23 professions of faith from out of the world.The Lord is giving us encouragement in the winning of new souls.Finances are down a bit, reflecting trends in the larger economy.Two of our congregations are cunently vacant, but both continue toreceive regular pastoral care. Rev. Milton Harrington continues as StatedSupply at Hetherton. Oakdale continues to benefit from its arrangementwith the Sparta church and the Rev. Raymond Morton. Belle Center hasgotten much blessing from new officers, yet is gready disappointed bysome who joined their fellowship, but then showed that they took theirmembership covenant all too flippandy. Bloomington, whUe continuing topray for resident ruling elders, sees the Lord working through the ministryleadership of their pastor and new associate. Columbus hasjust had a veryencouraging presbyterial visitation, and is looking for more adequatefacilities. Hetherton, deep in the north Michigan woods, remains faithfulas the only church of any kind for many miles. In that sparsely settled areathere is seemingly little opportunity for anything spectacular, although theLord does use them in individual Uves. Multiracial continues to demonstratepractical love of neighbor in Pensacola, FL. Last year, they experiencedover 10% growth, half of that by conversions. Dr. Franklin plans tobe pastoring full-time there soon, D. v. Oakdale's situation has alreadybeen refened to somewhat. Although they are located in a very smallagricultural community, they still faithfully witness for Jesus to theirneighbors and seek to win servants for Jesus. Orlando, too, has beenmentioned in a couple of connections aheady. Their area is quite differentfrom the fields about Hetherton and Oakdale. Around them is terrificpopulation growth, and much opportunity for witness, which is why theyhave planned to take the steps they are taking. Second Indianapoliscontinues their wide-ranging influence for the Lord Jesus Christ. They,too, are looking for a more useful building, and look to expand the ministrywith the addition of Richard Johnston to their pastoral staff. Selma isgreatly encouraged now with Rev Joseph in their midst. They had built upsome momentum under their previous pastor, and we trust that the LordJesus will maintain the progress, making it still deeper and stronger.Southfield continues to make much headway. This congregation seemedto be near closing several years ago, but the Lord began, and has sustained,steady revival until this is now one of our stronger congregations. It has theexperience of age and the enthusiasm of youth. Southside Indianapolis isnear the bursting point in its building, and is looking at expansion plans.Sparta continues its emphasis on personal evangelism, using the expertiseof the Rev James McMahon. Their pastor, as already mentioned, doesdouble duty with them and Oakdale. West Lafayette has begun its recoveryfrom the loss of many members to the new Sycamore Fellowship mission

22 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEchurch. They are still looking for an adequate building. Westminster hfound theirs. It is close to their ministry center in the northwest suburbs ofChicago, in a very heavily Jewish area.Our Young People's ministry continues to do well under the leadershipof John Hanson, Richard Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. James Long, and thepresbyterial CYPU staff. The young people are more and more beingtaught to take responsibUity for their own program, and how to train up thestill younger ones to take on leadership as their time comes. Somewhatrelated to this, we look forward again to the Covfamikoi family conferencenear Knoxville, Tenn., directed by Mr. John McFarland. Prof. WayneSpear is to be our main speaker, the conference theme being "TheReformed Presbyterian Church... Past Present, and Future." If the Lordallows, we plan to experience an "armed" conventicle at conference.Presbytery has met twice since last Synod. We met on 30 October,1992, to deal with the situation in Ogemaw and to ordain Edwin Blackwood,sine titulo, to the ministry. Our stated spring meeting was at Orlando on 14—16 April of this year. While there have been a few matters of concern toattend to, we continue to rejoice in one another, and in a common caUingto advance the Kingdom of Jesus.Brethren, please pray for us. Pray that we might exploit every opportunitythat God gives us to extend His glory. Pray that sinners wUl be saved,saints wiU be edified, and Jesus extolled. All of us are very aware of theforces of darkness that seem to gain daily in number and strength in thisnation. Only sovereign grace administered by the King of kings and Lordof lords can help us. Pray that we will be diligent in holding forth andourselves utilizing the means of grace, that true revival and national reformmay sweep across the land.Respectfully submitted,Philip H. PockrasAssistant ClerkREPORT OF MIDWEST PRESBYTERYDear Fathers and Brothers,With gratitude for the mercies of God, Midwest Presbytery is pleasedto report to the Synod.Besides the meeting at Synod this year we have had one regular meetingwhich was graciously hosted by the Denison Congregation November 10-11,1992. We also held a meeting in Lawrence, Kansas on June 24,1993,in which we certified David Burke as a pastor in a denomination with

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 23whom we have fraternal relations as eligible for a call and examined asustained the examination of Lie. Mark England for ordination to theGospel ministry. On July 7, 1993, Presbytery met again to ordain andinstall Mark England as pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Lawrence.There are currendy seventeen congregations in Midwest Presbytery.At the annual meeting, the work at Hays was merged with Quinter andcontinues with the main worship center in Quinter. The Superior-BeulahCongregation was officiaUy closed on March 31,1993, following severalyears of decline. Five congregations on our roll are without installedteaching elders: Clarinda, Greeley, Quinter, Shawnee and Winchester.The last two in this Ust are awaiting answers to caUs they have made. Also,Robert LaMay is supplying the Clarinda pulpit and is to be installed in thatpastorate, the Lord willing on August 10, 1993.There are 33 teaching elders on our roll: 12 are installed in pastorateswithin the Presbytery; one is supplying the Clarinda pulpit; two areserving in RPCNA missions overseas; two are serving as chaplains in thearmed forces; 10 are retired; one is serving the Community Church ofSherman, N.Y., and fiveare employed in other lines of work.The Aurora Congregation is no longer proceeding with plans for relocation.God has been pleased to enable the congregation to makeprogress against its debt and continues to bless it toward the conversion ofsome to faith in Christ.The Clarinda Congregation is delighted to have the ministry of RobertLaMay after more than four years without regular pastoral leadership.They have also been encouraged by recent contacts. Pray that God wouldraise up godly men to take over for provisional elders. We commend JerryMilroy to the church for the Gospel call.The Springs Reformed Church (RPCNA), formerly the ColoradoSprings Congregation, is enjoying its new worship center which wasdedicated in late May 1993. This has followed extensive renovation workon the building, and the congregation has seen fruit from its labor asmembers of the church which formerly met in their building have come toworship with them. Thank God for the dedication of the members and prayfor God's blessing.The Denison Congregation continues to minister to a small communitynorth of Topeka. We thank God that His Word continues to be proclaimedfaithfully and to be practiced by the members.The Greeley Congregation is continuing to seek a pastor. Pray that Godwill sustain this congregation and give them encouragement even thoughthe pastoral calls they have made have been declined.The Hebron Congregation has been blessed by the working of God inthe midst of trials that have faced particular members and adherents of the

24 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEcongregation. For the first time in nearly twenty years, young people fthe congregation plan to attend college this fall. Pray that God will raise upother families to keep the covenant succession of the congregation. Thewhole congregation was involved in the sponsorship of the annual Men'sSpring Retreat for the presbytery. Dr. Wayne Spear led in a commemorationof the Westminster Assembly as we celebrated this 350-year heritage.Christ Covenant Church, formerly the Lawrence Congregation movedinto its recently purchased building in January of 1993. The congregationhas worshiped in rented quarters for about two years but is now able to havea place of worship that is more easily recognized in the community. Thecongregation is rejoicing to have an installed teaching elder once again.The Minneola Congregation continues to serve God in southwestKansas, reaching out into Dodge City and other towns. Thank God thatalthough they have been hard-pressed, they see the care of the Lord andhave not been put down. Pray for Rebekah McKissick, from this congregationwho is planning to leave soon for Jordan to help Scott and AnnaMcCullough with duties in their home.At the annual meeting in November, the work at Hays was merged withthe Quinter Congregation. The work is continuing with the main worshipcenter in Quinter. Robert McMillan ministered to the Quinter Congregationfor about two years before returning to retirement in Colville,Washington. His ministerial credentials have been transferred to thePacific Coast Presbytery. The congregation is encouraged by the additionof new members recently.The Sharon Session gives thanks for the faithfulness of the congregationand the commitment of the members to follow Christ. They also askfor prayer in renewal of the spirit within the membership and for theirministry to shut-ins and the elderly. They also have a significant ministryto youth in the community.The Shawnee Congregation is thankful for the ministry of Dan Kiehlamong them, but their appreciation of his work made it difficult for themembers to hear that he was leaving their church, having a different viewof the application of the regulative principle in worship. Pray that discouragementwill not overcome them, but that God will soon provide thefaithful leadership of a teaching elder. Lie. Terry Dowds is currentlyconsidering their call. The congregation also asks for prayer in the pursuitof construction to expand their educational facilities.The Sterling Congregation is rejoicing that the numerical figures showan increase in attendance as well as membership. This marks a change frommost of this century. Pray that this will not be merely a temporary upswing,but that through the faithful ministry of the Word and prayer they

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 25may see the blessing of God enabling the church to reach out to the collegeand community. Pastor Prutow continues to lead in the work of WestminsterEvangelistic Ministries and the Sterling Pulpit, and the presbyterycommends this work to the whole denomination. Pastor Prutow is currentlypursuing a doctorate at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando,Florida.The StiUwater Congregation continues to see God's blessing in itscontact with new households and asks for prayer to be open to see theopportunities God is bringing to them. They continue to meet in a SeventhDay Adventist building and would like to have something more suitableto their needs. Pray that the Lord would make it apparent when and if theyshould move to another location.The Topeka Congregation continues to explore the possibility of relocatingand building a new faciUty. Their cunent property is for sale. TheMissions and Evangelism Committee leads the congregation in a missionsand evangelism emphasis monthly and is implementing the EvangelismExplosion program in the community.The Washington Congregation has been wrestling with several difficultsituations in the lives of its members and asks for prayer for gracetoward reconciliation. The Session is seeking to develop a vision andstrategy for declaring God's righteousness to the community and theworld.The Westminster Congregation has adopted the theme "Developing aShared Vision" for this year, focussing on growth, building and ministry.Their theme verses are Philippians 2:2 and Proverbs 29:18. The congregationhas joined other Christians for a number of programs in the Denverarea, including "Promise Keepers" and a crusade with Franklin Graham,son of BUly Graham.The Winchester Congregation gives thanks for the 125 years God hassustained them as a congregation. Their pastor, Robert Henning, resignedearly this year and retired from the full-time pastorate. He has moved toColumbus, Indiana, to be near his son and to help with the ministry of theColumbus Congregation. His ministerial credentials have been transfenedto the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery. Pray for God to provide anotherteaching elder to lead the congregation. They also await an answer on arecent pastoral call.The Builders, a program to support new works financially throughvoluntary giving, has been well supported in recent years. We rejoice in theprovision God has made through this avenue for the support of such worksas Stillwater and Aurora. New work possibilities are being explored inMidland, Texas, where about fivefamilies are already meeting for Biblestudy and worship, and Wichita, Kansas.

26 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEAll three presbytery conferences are to be held again this year. TheHorse Creek Conference was held June 28 to July 3 in northeast Kansas,the Horn Creek Conference is being held August 14-21, and, the CrookedCreek Conference in eastern Iowa is being held August 15-18. A newcaretaker for Camp Curry is being sought to keep vandaUsm from theproperty. Presbytery has appointed Greg and Jan Adams from the WestminsterCongregation to serve with some remuneration as presbyterywideyouth workers.There are two theological students under the care of presbytery. BillVanSciver, Clerk of the Aurora Session, is studying under the direction ofthe presbytery, rather than at a seminary. It is not the desire of thepresbytery to bypass the seminaries; rather, the presbytery considers thisto be an extraordinary situation. It is both a challenge and a blessing to theinstructors to be involved in this work. Pray for the instructors that theywill be thorough in their work and that God wUl prepare Bill for the pastoralministry. Thomas Zasadny has also come under care of Presbytery and istaking some courses at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis. Weare also rejoicing to hear that other young men from the Presbytery areseriously considering the call to the pastoral ministry.Darrell Parnell is our representative on the Geneva College Board ofCorporators and Robert McFarland, on the Home Mission Board. Ourdeacon delegate to Synod is Fran Hindman from the Westminster Churchand our travel agent is Bruce ParneU.Respectfully submitted,J. Bruce Martin, ClerkREPORT OF PACIFIC COAST PRESBYTERYDear Fathers and Brothers,It is with thanksgiving to God that the Pacific Coast Presbytery reportsto the Synod the works of God through the reign of the Lord Jesus amongus.There are five congregations in the presbytery. Each has a settledpastor. We give thanks to God for the completion of 100 years of life forthe Seattle congregation. Though there have been struggles during thispast year the Lord has preserved the congregation and brought a measureof peace.The Fresno congregation has continued to grow. The building in whichthey meet is in need of major repair. They are in the process of decidingwhether to proceed with the repairsor to move the center.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 27The Los Angeles congregation continues to see the Spirit of God breakdown barriers which come because of diverse cultural backgrounds. TheHispanic and Anglo Christians strive to overcome the problems of languageand culture. We are thankful to the church for the support given tothe work of the congregation through the Home Mission Board. Themessage goes out to people in both English and Spanish.The San Diego congregation is enthusiastic in its service. During thispast year they have begun classes in Spanish. Under the oversight of thesession, Michael CampbeU has led these classes. Michael CampbeU hasbeen a missionary to Mexico under the direction of the Church of God inChrist (Mexico). After coming to a commitment to the Reformed Faith hebecame a member of the San Diego Congregation and is continuingpersonal mission work to Hispanics in San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico.The Phoenix congregation continues to have outreach to the people ofthe state prison system as well as to people who are classified by the stateas mentaUy incompetent. Much of this incompetence is due to being cut offfrom human fellowship in a number of ways.The presbyteiy continues to pursue the development of ministry inOrange County. The Commission which has been established is hoping tomake a call to a person very soon.The presbytery wUl not have its usual Summer Fanuly Conferencebecause of the inabiUty to secure a conference ground at a time that wasgood for the presbytery. We did have a small youth conference with about30 participants. This conference was held at Yosemite National Park. Itwas a very enjoyable time.Pray for the ministry of the presbytery as it is located among peoplewho are rootless. In great numbers they have moved away from friends andfamily of South and Central America, from Mexico or from other regionsof the United States. This creates a great deal of disappointment as theyhave come to these areas looking for success and prosperity and in manycases they have found disappointment, loneliness and brokenness. Praythat we may minister the gospel in such a way that, having lost the earthlyfathers and famUies, they may come to know God as their heavenly fatherand the church as their family.Respectfully submitted,Paul M. Martin, ClerkREPORT OF ST. LAWRENCE PRESBYTERYThe presbytery has met three times since last reporting to Synod:August7,1992, at Carleton College, Northfield, Minn.; October 13,1992,

28 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEat Ottawa, Ontario, and March 9-10, 1993, at Oswego, New York.The presbytery has ten congregations and one mission station, six ofwhich have pastors. Services at the Kingston Mission Church weresuspended at the timethe pastoral relationship with Matthew Hadwen wasterminated on June 20,1992. Matthew was suspended at that time and thenon October 13, 1992, his ordination was terminated at his request TheKingston Mission Church was disorganized on March 9,1993.A new work has been started in the city of Montreal, Quebec, under theleadership of Philip and Helene Choiniere-Shields. They moved from theBroomall congregation to become tentmakers with the aim of establishinga French-speaking congregation. The Choiniere-Shields family and theDodenhoff families are now members of the Smiths Falls congregationand meet regularly for worship in Montreal. On October 13, 1992,Presbytery designated this work the Montreal Mission Station.The Endwell, Rochester, and Syracuse congregations are currentlywithout pastors and are actively seeking new pastors.John M. McMillan was transferred to the Adantic Presbytery onAugust 7,1992, and John O. Edgar was transfened to the Presbytery of theAlleghenies on October 13, 1992. Terence Dowds, who received histheological training in the Free Church of Scotland, was examined byPresbytery and recommended for preaching to the church on March 10,1993. Nicolas Iamaio, a member of the Oswego congregation, wasexamined by Presbytery and certified eligible to preach on March 10,1993. Donald Miller, a student under care from the Ottawa congregation,continues his studies at Ottawa Theological Hall. Aaron Goemer, amember of the Oswego congregation, was taken under care of Presbyteryon March 9,1993, and plans to enter the Reformed Presbyterian TheologicalSeminary this fall.Ottawa Theological Hall has had excellent attendance at its classes thisyear and has several serious students preparing for the ministry at this time.The Ottawa Congregation has purchased a property in an excellentlocation near their present worship location and is proceeding with theerection of a new building designed to seat 300 people. This building willalso be the new home of Ottawa Theological Hall.White Lake Family Camp will be held in conjunction with the AtlanticPresbyteiy August 6-14, 1993, and St. Lawrence Family Camp wiU beSeptember 3-6,1993.The officers of our presbytery are Walter W. Swartz, moderator,Kenneth A. McBumey, clerk; Everett Wood, treasurer, Bruce Trexler,assistant treasurer; Christian Adjemian, moderator of the ad interimcommission; Richard Ganz, moderator of the church extension commission;Richard Ganz, chairman of the student oversight committee.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 29For the fifteenth consecutive year, St. Lawrence Presbytery experienceda growth in communicant membership with an increase of 58 from654 to 712.Presbytery requests that Ed Robson be heard on behalf of OttawaTheological Hall.Kenneth A. McBurney, clerkREPORT OF THE JAPAN COMMISSIONThe Japan Commission respectfuUy reports that since the last meetingof Synod the Commission has consisted of six ministers (Leach, Masunaga,Spear, Stenett, Takiura, and Youn) and four ruling elders (Enomoto, Kato,Komuro, and Nitta).There are cunently four organized congregations (Higashi Suma,Kasumigaoka, Keiyaku, and Mukonoso) and three mission stations(Hontamon, Inano, and Kita Suzurandai) under the oversight of theCommission.There are two students of theology under the care of the Commission.Lie. Shigeki Komuro is in the process of examination for eligibility for acall. Sumito Sakai is to be examined this summer for eligibility to preach.Rev. Miwa has begun a Reformed Presbyterian worship service in hishome for Japanese living in Seoul, Korea. The Japan Commission willappoint a provisional session when there are candidates for baptism. TheCommission will also cooperate in Rev. Miwa's visa needs.Work continues to progress on the preparation of more Psalms forsinging in Japanese. In December a booklet of 18 new Psalm selectionswas published and distributed.The Commission is continuing its section-by-section examination ofthe translation of the Constitution of the Reformed Presbyterian Church.A committee is continuing to investigate procedures for revising theReUgious Corporation status of the Reformed Presbyterian Church inJapan.The Commission has studied and adopted a pro-life statement publishedby Pro-Life Japan. Congregations are being encouraged to study theissue. Membership in Pro-Life Japan is to be left to individuals andcongregations.At the writing of this report Robert Henning and Robert McCracken arevisiting Japan as a team appointed by the Foreign Mission Board. They arehere to assist discussion of the formation of a Japanese Presbytery, thefuture of the Covenanter Bookstore, the revision of the Religious Corpo-

30 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEration and other matters. They are to be in Japan from April 14 to 2The Commission was responsiblefor the oversight of the followingactivities in 1992:1. The annual Young People's Conference was held at Ayabe, KyotoPrefecture on August 17-19.2. The Fall Church Conference was held on September 23 at the KobeReformed Seminary.3. The Christmas Psalm Program was held on December 19 at theCanadian Academy on Rokko Island, Kobe.4. The Young People's Prayer Fellowship was continued on the firstSabbath of every month under the direction of Lie. Shigeki Komuro.5. Elder Funahashi continues to prepare and distribute the bimonthly"Prayer Wheel" with prayer requests from all of the churches.6. Rev. Leach was the fraternaldelegate to the Reformed Church ofJapan Synod in October.7. The Japan Commission continues to participate in the support of theReformation Translation Fellowship. Pastor Spear has been in charge ofJapanese contributions.Officers of the Japan Commission for 1993 are:Moderator: Shigeru TakiuraClerks: Hirokazu Enomoto and William SterrettTreasurer: Yoshio NittaAuditor: Norihide KomuroThe minutes of the sessions have been examined and found to be inorder. The examination of minutes for the previous year (which had notbeen completed by last year's Synod) has also been completed and therecords found to be in order.Respectfully submitted,William J. Stenett, clerkThe members of Synod divided into small groups for prayer andspent fifteen minutes praying for the work of the presbyteries concludingwith the singing of Psalm 143B, stanza 1.Synod took a fifteen-minute recess at 2:40 p.m.Paul Doriani was introduced to the court as a fraternal delegatefrom the Presbyterian Church in America.The report of the Board of Home Missions was taken up. Items 1and 2 were adopted. Item 3 was referred to the Committee on Finance.Item 4 was referred to the Nominating Committee.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 31The report of the Business of Synod Committee was taken up.Items 1-3 were adopted. Item 4 was adopted by more than a twothirdsvote. Items 5-7 were adopted. The report as a whole wasapproved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE BUSINESS OF SYNOD COMMITTEESECTION BThe Business of Synod Committee respectfully reports that it has heldone two-day meeting during the year hosted most graciously by theVemon HUls congregation; and a second meeting in connection with themeeting of Synod at Franklin, Ind.WORSHIP AT SYNODRaymond P. Joseph, retiring Moderator, will lead in the keynoteaddress on the opening night of Synod. WiUiam Edgar will preach on theLord's Day evening. Willard G. McMillan has agreed to lead the Synod inthe fivedevotional periods. David Long wUl preside at the Wednesdayevening prayer session. Robert HemphUl will lead the Synod in the closingworship service on Friday. Mr. Hemphill' s theme wUl be: "When the planelands and the car is parked ..." All speakers are being reminded of theemphasis Synod is cunently making on the "health, growth and multiplicationof congregations."FELLOWSHIP AT SYNODDelegates will be asked to join small groups that will meet for prayerthrough the week. Keith Magill has agreed to make such assignments. Anorientation breakfast will be held on Monday moming and all first-timedelegates to Synod are invited to attend. Harry Metzger, with help fromother committee members, will host the breakfast. At this meeting it ishoped that the committee will have a draft copy of an "elder's manual." Itis the desire of the committee that each delegate be able to return to hishome congregation refreshed and renewed and with new friends.FACILITIESSynod will meet July 10-16,1993, on the campus of Franklin College,Franklin, Ind. The first meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. While thiscommittee recommended the time and the place, the Committee onArrangements was charged with other aspects, such as the signing of thecontract, registration forms, assignment of rooms, transportation and otherimportant duties. Better liaison between the two committees would be

32 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEhelpful and we apologize for any unnecessary difficulties ttee on Arrangements.TIME AND PLACEThe committee recommends the timeand place for the next two yearsas follows:•Synod of 1994: Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pa., June 18-24,1994•Synod of 1995: Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pa., June 17-23,1995If the traditions of the past generations are followed, the Synod of 1996will meet in conjunction with the International Family Conference at atime and place to be recommended by the Board of Education andPublication.TRAVEL FUND AND ABSENCESThe committee has discussed the need for a separate committee tohandle matters related primarily to travel expenses, but including absencesas well. After discussion over a period of more than a year, the committeerecommends that the Committee on Travel Fund and Absences be discontinuedfollowing this year. The present functions of the committee wouldbe assigned as foUows: the Clerks of Synod wiU continue to make note ofthe absences of delegates, both excused and unexcused, as is presendydone; the Business of Synod Committee will appoint a travel agent to serveas a liaison between Synod and the Treasurer's office whose function willbe to gather travel vouchers fromthe Presbyteiy agent and pass them alongto the Treasurer and to distribute the checks to the Presbytery agents. TheCommittee on the Business of Synod will recommendpoUcies on travelfund, including the schedule for reimbursement and to deal with theresolution of disputed amounts for travel.STATEMENT OF PURPOSE FOR SYNODThe committee in its discussion determined thatit would be better forthe committee to formulate a statement and submitit to the presbyteries forreview and criticism and for the committee to consider the responses fromthe presbyteries and seek to formulate a statement to submit to the Synodof 1993. This is a bit different from the original proposal.It was further determined that the statement in the Constitution (Directoryfor Church Government, Chapter 7, Paragraph 1) is a valuable basicstatement and that our efforts would be given to expanding that statementas a policy, not as an amended item in the chapter.The proposal is as follows:" 1. The Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of NorthAmerica is the highest court of the church, and is the bond of

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 33organic union, cooperation, and mutual helpfulness, between thepresbyteries. It is responsible for the continuing reformation of thechurch in maintaining the subordinate standards of the church inharmony with the Scriptural truth and order. Its decisions are final,but its authority is limited by its subordinate standards.In order to fulfill its roles and responsibilities and to be a servantto the presbyteries and their sessions, Synod will pursue thefollowing objectives:*address judicial matters;•clarify the church's confession and testimony;•promote feUowship and faithful stewardship throughout thisbranch of the church;*encourage and equip the elders of the church;*review, facilitate and encourage the mission of the churchthrough the presbyteries and other agencies;•maintain and promote godly relations among the presbyteries,the Reformed Presbyterian churches worldwide, and the broaderBody of Christ.(Note: The statement above appears as it was sent out to the presbyteries.A few comments have been received and the committee will be consideringthose prior to Synod. All written comments have been distributed to allthe members of the committee and we thank all those who took the timeto write and express their convictions.)AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTIONIn amending the Directory for Church Government earUer we neglectedto recommend needed changes in Chapter 8, Paragraph 2. In orderto bring this section into harmony with other changes made earlier, thecommittee recommends the following change. (Please note that theunderlined sections are new, and the strikeout lines would be eliminated.After the organization of Synod, the moderator shall call for thereport of the Business of Synod Committee regarding papersaddressed to the court (chap. 7, par. 11), together with recommendationsto the Svnod for action. All papers must be presentedwithin tlie first three days. A paper is considered regular in formwhen it has either: (1) been transferred by a lower court or a boaniof Synod, or (2) bears the signature of at least two members of thecourt. If regular iu form and properly transfeired, so much of eachone shall be read as indicates the matter with which it deals. It maybe disposed of in any of the following ways: (1) acted on immediately,(2) referredto a committee, commission or board from study,

34 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEor (3) place on Synod's docket forlater consideration. Recommendationsof the Business of Synod Committee may include thefollowing: (l)return of the paper with reasons for the return stated.(2) immediate action by the Synod. (3) referralto a standing orspecial committee, commission or board for study and recommendations,or (4) consideration by the Synod at another time.FINANCESThe 1992 Synod passed the following recommendation of the FinanceCommittee: "That Synod require the committee on the Business of Synodto make specific recommendations regarding the financialpriorities ofSynod" (Minutes of Synod, 1992, page 24).In response to this mandate, the committee asked that a sub-committeecomposed of Kenneth Smith, Raymond Morton, and Harry Metzger meetwith representativesof the Finance Committee Paul Finley and KeithMagiU, along with Synod's Treasurer, Louis Hutmire.Our committee needed clarification as to what kind of help the FinanceCommittee was requesting. The conference was helpful but inconclusive.There was agreement on Synod's direction in handling its finances since1991, but how does the Finance Committee of Synod decide priorities? Atthis time of undergoing some change in our financialpolicies, we havebeen experiencing increases in requests from Synod's agencies whileSynod's M & M as a percentage of total income in congregations hasdeclined. Acknowledging the crunch as real and also as indicative ofchange in congregations' priorities, the Finance Committee senses it hasbeen given an assignment to determine priorities rather than distributefunds based on Synod's priorities. Their problem became clearer. We arenot ready to propose an answer at this juncture. The earlier attempt bySynod's Committee on Priorities and Administration setting percentagesseemed to us to address their question, but apparently this seemed to be tootheoretical. Perhaps. But perhaps not. We will seek to address the questionagain, but this reportcannot make any further recommendations. Sufficeit to say that before this is resolved, the participants in Synod's M & M mayhave to sit down together and agree on a viable manner of distribution. Buteven that approach needs some guidance from Synod. We agree thatSynod's Finance Committee should not have to decide Synod's financialpriorities.UNDERSTANDING THE TIMESPartly because of the press of time in 1992, no report on "Understandingthe Times" was given and no continuing committee was appointed.The committee believes that such a reportis valuable and has asked Roy

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35Blackwood and Russ Pulliam to prepare a report this year and we wouldask that Synod decide that this should be an annual report and that theNominating Committee appoint a committee for next year and the yearsfollowing.COMMUNICATIONS TO SYNODIn an attempt to make the purpose of communications to Synod clearer,the committee distributed to the presbyteries sample forms. This was givenby way of information and no action is needed on approving the forms. Thesample is reproduced here for your information at the suggestion of theClerk of Synod.SAMPLE FORM FOR COMMUNICATIONS TO SYNODa) To the Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North Americameeting aton (date)b) This communication is a(n) (petition, appeal, paper, etc.)c) The subject matter of this communication is:(distilled in one line if possible).d) Procedural history: (This petition came to the ?? Presbytery from the ??session. The presbytery at its meeting on ?? ordered that this communicationbe transfened to the Synod.)e) Statement of the desired results: (change in the Directory for ChurchGovernment, appointment of a Commission, study committee, forexample)f) History of the study done on the question by the original authors, or thesession involved or the presbyteiy.g) Statement of the anticipated costs, if any, to carry out this request andthe source of the funds.h) The communication in full.i) Appropriate signatures attached.PRAYER FOR THE UNSAVEDBeginning with a recommendation of the Committee on Priorities andAdministration, Synod has for a number of years acted favorably on amotion that each elder be asked to pray for two unsaved persons by namethrough the year. Some of those prayed for are now Christians and someare members of Reformed Presbyterian congregations. We again presentthis motion to the Synod for its consideration.MEMBERSHIP ON THE COMMITTEEThe terms of James D. Carson and Raymond Morton expire at thismeeting of Synod. Both are eligible for reelection. The chairman would

36 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEremind the Synod that although he is eligible for reelection, he hasas the chairman of this committee for two years and as chairman of thepreceding Committee on Priorities and Administration (out of which thiscommittee grew) for six years and that in the spirit of the two-teimlimitation, the Synod may be well advised to select another person in hisplace.RecommendationsSection B1. That the following places and times be adopted for the 1994 and 1995meetings of Synod and that the firstmeeting in each year begin at 7:30p.m.:Synod of 1994: Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pa., June 18-24,1994Synod of 1995: Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pa., June 17-23,19952. That the Committee on Travel Fund and Absences be discontinued thisyear and the duties reassigned as stated in the body of the report.3. That the present statement in the Directory for Church Government,Chapter 7, Paragraph 1, be adopted as the "Statement of Purpose forSynod"; and that the policies set forth in this report be adopted as themeans of implementation.4. That the Directory for Church Government, Chapter 8, Paragraph 2, beamended as stated in the body of the report.5. That the Synod decide that a report on "Understanding the Times"should be presented annually.6. That the Synod ask each elder of the denomination to pray for at leasttwo unsaved persons during the year and that God, by His grace, wouldcall them from darkness to light.7. That the Business of Synod Committee be asked to determine thedistribution of the Lord's Day evening offering each year.Respectfully submitted,Roy Blackwood, Class of 1994James D. Carson, Chairman, Class of 1993Glen A. Chin, Class of 1994Harry Metzger, Class of 1995Ray Morton, Class of 1993Kenneth G. Smith, Class of 1995Bruce Martin (ex officio memberas the Clerk of Synod)The report of the Board of Foreign Missions was taken up. Item 1was referred to the Nominating Committee. Item 2 was adopted. Item

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 373 was referred to the Committee on Finance. Items 4-7 wereThe report as a whole was approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE FOREIGN MISSION BOARDThe Foreign Mission Board supervises the overseas missionary activityof the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America, which atpresent is focused in two major areas, namely Kobe, Japan, and Lamaca,Cyprus. There are three family units and one single woman ministering inJapan, and one family unit ministering in Cyprus. The Board also givesencouragement and some support to Reformed Presbyterians working inSoutheast Asia, Jordan, Africa, and Brazil.Our missionaries in Japan report much blessing in their work during thepast year with increased attendance, contacts, and interest at the variousstations. At Mukonoso they are planning an addition to their building toenlarge the worship area. This is an encouraging step. This expansion willbe funded entirely by the local group. In Hontamon where the Leaches areliving, questions were raised by the landlord about the frequent use of theirrented house for church meetings, and there was some fear that this wouldbe forbidden. At present, although there is no guarantee in writing, it seemsthat the objection has ceased. At Kitasuzurandai fruitis being bom fromfaithful labor over several lean years and they are encouraged. In theCovenanter Book Store the business records and accounts are beingcomputerized which should greatly facUitate the work there. ShirleyWright's appointment has been extended to the summer of 1994. Thepastors of the Japanese churches in Higashisuma, Kasumigaoka, andKeiyaku continue their diligent and faithful work. We give thanks thatShigeki Komuro has been licensed to preach by the Japan Commission,and we rejoice also that Sumitomo Sakai continues to prepare for ministryas a student in the Reformed Seminary in Kobe. We recognize the faithfulwork of Mrs. Muto, who has been a servant of the church in Japan for over14 years. S he announced her retirement in December, but continues to helpin a variety of ways without remuneration.A delegation of two men from the Board (Bob Henning and BobMcCracken) were sent to visit the Japan fieldin April of this year (April13-27), to improve our understanding and oversight of this work, toencourage those who are laboring there, and to help the Japan Commissionmove toward becoming a presbytery.In Cyprus the Stegalls have settled into the work. Upon their arrivalthey were able to secure suitable housing, and immediately becameenmeshed in ministry. Ron is preaching to the Trinity Society every Lord's

38 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEDay with around 30 in attendance, and already there is a definite goalthe group moving toward becoming an organized church. Pray for a largermeeting place as the Mastris home has reached capacity. Ron is alsoteaching 16 hours at the American Academy (Junior High/High School) inthe area of Religious Studies, coaching some of the sports teams, andrunning a "Bible Club" in the after school hours. Kathy is also teachingsome English courses at the Academy, and is participating in regularBibleStudy with some of the women.Their home is used often for hospitaUty and ministry. Financial supportfor this work in Cyprus is supplied through four channels: 1) income fromRon Stegall's teaching at the Academy, 2) an annual contribution fromtheTrinity RP Congregation in Ireland, 3) a portion of Trinity Societyofferings, and 4) support from the RPCNA Foreign Mission Board. We arethankful for this "open door" which God has given in Cyprus, and ask youto pray for the establishment of a strong, witnessing congregation in thatIsland.Inasmuch as the Reformation Translation Fellowship is restructuringtheir ministry, and Dr. Charles Chao, who has now made his home inCahfomia, has turned over the administrative operations of this work to hisson, Jonathan, the Foreign Mission Board has voted to discontinuesupplying funds for his salary at the end of 1993. We still heartilycommend this work, and will make a contribution in 1994 to help in thetransition.The Congregational Missionary Sponsorship Program is operatingagain this year with a good number participating. New posters, which arepersonalized for each congregation, focus attention and prayer support onthe chosen missionary person or family for the year, and help churchmembers to become more personally "involved" in the spread of theGospel overseas. This program is designed to supply additional financesto support our missionary enterprise.We call attention to the fact that the Foreign Mission Board's NEWS­LETTER is prepared and mailed regularly by Mr. Henning to eachcongregation with up-to-date information concerning our missionaries.You are asked to post or distribute copies of this newsletter, and toannounce information from it regularly from your pulpit. Also, there is a"Display Board" concerning our Foreign Mission's program that isavailable upon request to be used when you are emphasizing missions inyour congregation (call Bob Henning). Several videos concerning ourworks in Japan are available for loan (call Jonathan Watt). We encourageyou to call the PRAYER PHONE (812-378-4192) on weekends to get thelatest prayer requests regarding our mission program.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 39Recommendations1. That since the terms of Sandra Johns, Robert Mann, and RobertMcCracken expire at this meeting, their positions be filled by theSynod.(Note: Synod voted last year to make the new appointments for 4 yearterms rather than 3. The listing of the Class of 1995 in the Minutes ofSynod should read: Class of 1996.)2. That although Kelly Moore has resigned from the Board due to hischaplain's duties, his unexpired term should not be filled.3. That the Board be granted $67,000.00 from RPM&M to help meet its1994 Budget of $358,534.00.4. That inasmuch as Bob McCracken has completed two terms, the ForeignMission Board requests that he be elected for an additional two-yearterm (Class of '95), in order to fillout the class order of our reducedboard, and provide continuity.5. That the Japan Commission be made up of all teaching elders and oneruling elder from each congregation in Japan.6. That Bob Henning be appointed for one year as executive secretary.7. That pastors be urged to bring the ministry of Foreign Missions to theircongregations at the morning worship service.The report of the Committee on the Joint Commission on Chaplainsand Military Personnel was taken up. Items 1-7 were adopted.Item 8 was referred to the Nominating Committee. Item 9 wasreferred to the Committee on Finance. In keeping with Item 2,Chaplain Kelly Moore addressed the court on his ministry experiencesin Somalia. The report as a whole was approved and is asfollows:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE JOINT COMMISSIONON CHAPLAINS AND MILITARY PERSONNELGod has blessed the ministry of Reformed Presbyterian chaplains in tU.S. military this year. Great challenges await our missionaries to thisspecial field,both in terms of ministry to a needy population and of thechallenge to biblical lifestyle issues raised by the new Commander inChief. At times like this, we are especially grateful for our membership inthe Joint Commission and our affiliation with the NAE Commission onChaplains, which give us brethren with whom we can offer a united voiceand witness.

40 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THECHAPLAINSTwo of our chaplains have experienced significant changes during thepast year. Joseph Paul has been transfened from Patuxent River, Md„ toArgentia, Newfoundland; he and his family need the prayers of the churchfor their adjustment to the new environment and for his abiUty to ministerto people who feel isolated (and whose base is scheduled to close by July1995). Prior to his transfer, Joe was promoted to lieutenant commander.Kelly Moore was placed on Active Duty and assigned to Fort Drum,N.Y., where he serves with the 10th Mountain Division. In the monthssince that assignment, he has gone with his unit on two TDYs (TemporaryDuty assignments): Operation Andrew, the cleanup following HurricaneAndrew in Florida, and the relief operation in SomaUa. At about the timethe Moores moved to New York and Kelly left for Florida, the Moores'fourth child (Emily) was bom. Kelly was promoted to Captain effectiveDecember 1, 1992. Pray for the family's adjustment to military Ufe; forJudy as she bears the brunt of raising four children; for Kelly's ministrywithin his battalion. Praise God for KeUy's promotion and for safekeepingduring the long separation in Somalia.Our third active duty chaplain, Stanley Copeland, has remained at FortLewis, Wash., until June 1993. His regiment has been redeployed to FortPolk, La., where he will report prior to the meeting of Synod. Pray forStan's ministry to a unit which is experiencing dislocation; for the family'sadjustment to a new environment and to a location remote from RPfellowship.Reserve Chaplain Jonathan Leach has begun full-time ministry asChaplaincy Program Director at White Haven Center, an intermediate carefacility for mentally retarded and other developmentally disabled people,operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and serving400 people. In addition to his personal ministry, he oversees nine contractchaplains from three major "faith groups."GAYS IN THE MILITARY?The homosexual battle for the soul of the military has begun; openingshots have been fired, and the situation is alarming. President Clinton, inone of the few campaign promises he seems determined to keep, hasthrown his political weight in favor of requiring the armed services toaccept avowed homosexuals on the same basis as any other persons. Eventhose whose objections to homosexuality are not scripturally-based areconcerned about the practical ramifications of such a change: spousalsupport, fanuly housing allotments and dependents' health care benefits,for example. For Christian chaplains, the situation presents a number ofproblems, of course, in addition to our fundamental moral objections to

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 41homosexuality. It would be only a matter of time before chaplains wouldbe expected to perform homosexual marriages, to participate in worshipservices with openly practicing homosexual chaplains, and to workclosely with homosexual chaplain assistants. This would be intolerable. Itis imperative for Christians to let our voices be heard on this whole issue.Our denomination must take a clear stand on this issue. Two statementsof policy are needed in order to bear adequate witness to the Gospel andto present a united front with other Bible-beUeving Christians: the firstopposing the Ufting of the prohibition of homosexuals from the military,and the second protecting the rights of our Chaplains to continue a biblicalministry to sexual offenders of all types in the armed forces of the UnitedStates. At the meeting of the Joint Commission in Atlanta on February 23,a strong statement was hammered out and adopted. After some furtherrefinement by Commission chaplains on April 15, it is being presented tothe highest court of each of the participating denominations for adoptionthis summer. The Joint Commission recommends that our Synod approveand adopt these statements:A. Statement on the Prohibition of Homosexuals in the MiUtaryServicesWe agree with the position of the Uniform Code of MiUtary Justice(UCMJ), with the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and with theservice chiefs, that "homosexual behavior is inconsistent with maintaininggood order and discipUne." We oppose lifting this ban. Military service isnot a rightfor all, but a privilege for some who can meet stringent entrancecriteria.We agree with the biblical condemnation of homosexual behavior inboth Testaments, and take hope in its promise of the free grace of God inChrist to change such behavior through the power of the good news of thegospel. We take warning from history, which records the destruction ofSodom, the fall of the military city-state of Sparta where homosexualbehavior prevailed, and cunent history when homosexuals have beenadmitted into ordained leadership positions in the church upon the promiseof ceUbacy, only later to bring great discredit upon the church.B. Statement on Military Chaplains' Ministry to Sexual Offenders1) Whereas the Bible is our infallible mle of faith and practice, and2) Whereas the Bible establishes that by creation ordinance the heterosexual,monogamous, and faithful marriage relationship is both God'sordained basis for an orderly society and God's chosen vehicle to teachabout His relationship with His people, and3) Whereas human sexuality has both procreation and mutual love and

42 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEaffection between husband and wife as its tme expression, and4) Whereas the Bible condemns the inappropriate use of humansexuality including adultery, fornication, bestiality, pedophiUa, incest,homosexuality and any other perversion of God's gift of sexuality, and5) Whereas, it is conceivable that chaplains endorsed by the Presbyterianand Reformed Joint Commission on Chaplains and MiUtary Personnelcould well be asked in the future to compromise their convictions in thesematters in carrying out their ministries,6) Therefore, the One Hundred Sixty-Fourth Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North America makes the foUowing declaration:7) The Bible, which is our infallible mle of faith and practice, commandsus to express redemptive love and compassion to all persons. Itfurther commands us to condemn sexual behavior which deviates fromGod's revealed standard as being sinful and destructive. The Bible calls allwho engage in these behaviors to repentance by turning to God andproving their repentance by their deeds. The chaplains of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North America are committed to providing acompassionate, redemptive, and caring ministry to military service members,their families, and other groups among whom they are called tominister, regardless of sexual behavior or the diseases with which theirconstituents may be afflicted. Therefore, chaplains of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North America who are endorsed by the Presbyterianand Reformed Joint Commission on Chaplains and Military Personnelwill continue to preach and minister in light of the whole counsel ofGod on these matters.Gen. 1:27-28/2:18-25/19:1-29Lev. 18:6-24/20:13Prov. 18:22Matt. 19:4-6John 2:1-11Acts 26:20Rom. 1:24-27ICor. 6:9-11/7:2-4Eph. 5:22-33Rev. 19:6-9THE COMMISSIONThe Joint Commission met in Atlanta on Febmary 23-24. RobertCopeland represented the Reformed Presbyterian commissioners at thatmeeting. The term of Sidney Van Camp expires with this meeting ofSynod, and he is not eligible for reelection at this time. We would nominate

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 43Dennis Pmtow for the Class of 1996. Dennis has served on active duty asa line officer and as a chaplain, and as a member of the Joint Commission,so he knows and understands the opportunities, procedures, and problemsof our missionaries to the armed forces.Recommendations1. That the Chaplains present at Synod be recognized.2. That Chaplain (CPT) KeUy Moore be permitted to address the Synodbriefly on his ministry experiences in Somalia.3. That Synod pray, and encourage our congregations and members to prayfaithfully, for the needs of our chaplains and their families.4. That Synod adopt the Statement on the Prohibition of Homosexuals inthe Military Service.5. That Synod adopt the Statement on Military Chaplains' Ministry toSexual Offenders.6. That these statements be forwarded prompdy to President Clinton, toSen. Sam Nunn, to Secretary of Defense Les Aspin, and to appropriatenews media.7. That members of Synod and of the denomination be encouraged tocommunicate the substance of these statements to their senators andcongressional representatives.8. That Dennis Prutow be elected to the Class of 1996.9. That the Commission be granted $1,100 for dues and costs for 1994.Respectfully submitted,Robert M. CopelandDon Prichard led in prayer for the chaplains; Darrell Parnell, forthe work of the Home Mission Board; and Christian Adjemian, for thework of the Foreign Mission Board.Bob Zomermaand was introduced to the court as a fraternaldelegate from the Christian Reformed Church.Synod took recess at 4:40 p.m.MONDAY JULY 12,19937:00 P.M.Synod reconvened at 7:00 p.m. being led in prayer by JamesPennington.The roll was passed.

44 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEThe minutes of the Monday afternoon session were readapproved as read.Larry Wilson was introduced to the court as a fraternal delegatefrom the Orthodox Presbyterian Church.The president of the Foreign Mission Board asked that five minutesbe given to Ronald Stegall to address the Synod concerning thework in Cyprus. The request was granted and Mr. Stegall addressedthe court.Keith Black was introduced to the court as the deacon delegatefrom the Presbytery of the Alleghenies.The report of the Reformation Translation Fellowship was takenup. The recommendation that Charles Chao be given ten minutes toaddress the court on behalf of the RTF was adopted and Dr. Chaoaddressed the court. The report as a whole was received and appearsin the Appendix to the Minutes.The report of the Stated Clerk was taken up amended, approvedand is as follows:THE REPORT OF THE STATED CLERKDecember 31,1992Listed below are the statistics of the Reformed Presbyterian ChurchNorth America. These statistics are compiled from reports submitted byclerks of congregations through their presbytery clerks.MEMBERSHIPCommunicant MembersBaptized MembersTOTAL MEMBERSIncreases:By baptismBy profession of faithFrom other RP CongregationsFrom other denominationsOtherTOTAL INCREASE12/31/913,9161.4865,4021599595901245212/31/923,9311,5385,4691181081775724484

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 45Decreases:DeathsTo other RP CongregationsTo other denominationsFinal removalOtherTOTAL DECREASEBaptized children makingpublic profession507913873113929833170116376141739CONGREGATIONSCongregationsMission ChurchesPreaching StationsMen under care of presbyteriesCertified EligibleCertified to receive a callRuling EldersDeaconsMissionariesSabbath School, avg. attend.Sabbath Worship, avg. attend.Young People's Soc. members73701611130823083,2104,3494257161162730422483,1514,428422CONGREGATIONAL FINANCESBeginning BalancesReceipts:ContributionsAidOtherTOTAL RECEIPTSDisbursements:Pastor's Salaries & Comp.RP Mission & MinistryOther RP WorksOtherTOTAL DISBURSEMENTSEnding Balances12/31/91$869,3534,678,3852,010,017254,378285,9322.247.5924.797.919$749,81912/31/92$749,8194,217,805199,388549.6104,966,8032,064,597254,591284,9142.233.7914.837.893$878,729

46 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEMISSION CHURCHES ORGANIZEDSycamore Fellowship, Kokomo Ind.4/19/92MISSION STATIONS ORGANIZEDMontreal 10/13/92CONGREGATIONS MERGEDHays and Quinter, Kan. 11/11/92CONGREGATIONS DISORGANIZEDCovenant Fellowship of IndianapolisMarion, IowaOgemaw, Mich.4/26/9208/07/9210/30/92MINISTERSOtherPresbvterv 1991 1992 Pastors Church Work Retired OtherAllegheniesAtlantic3414351312511 9335Great Lakes-Gulf 26 27 151 2 9MidwestPacific CoastSt. LawrenceJapan349144339104115634111117231Totals 135 131 57 18 26 30MINISTERS ORDAINED AND INSTALLEDAndrew McCrackenEdwin BlackwoodBloomingtonSine Titulo7/11/9210/30/92MINISTERS INSTALLEDJonathan WattDouglas CominRalph JosephJohn TweedCollege HillWashington, IowaSelmaFirst Beaver Falls5/25/926/10/9211/19/9212/04/92

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 47MINISTERS RELEASED FROM PASTORAL CHARGEJonathan WattDouglas CominJohn McMillanMathew HadwenEdward RobsonKelly MooreFrank SchutzJohn TweedRobert LaMayDaniel KiehlRalph JosephCambridgeFirst Beaver FallsEndwellKingstonSyracuseEastvaleAlleghenyNorth HillsOgemawShawneeSuperior-Beulah3/15/925/14/926/15/926/20/927/05/927/18/928/30/928/11/929/14/9211/01/9211/01/92MINISTERS REMOVED FROM ROLL BY DEATHGeorge MacKay Robb 12/15/92Donald Felker 11/25/92MINISTERS SUSPENDEDMathew Hadwen 6/20/92MINISTERS REMOVED FROM THE ROLLDavid PeachyMarshall PiersonMathew HadwenDaniel Kiehl8/07/927/26/9210/31/9211/01/92DEATH OF MINISTERS' WIVESNellie McBee 12/12/91DEATHS OF RULING ELDERRaymond Wampler Bloomington12/31/92STATED SUPPLffiSMilton HarringtonJohn McMillanHethertonColdenham/Newburgh

48 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THECERTIFIED ELIGIBLE TO PREACHRichard JohnstonJohn McFarlandGreat Lakes-Gulf 4/18/92Great Lakes-Gulf 8/07/92ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE A CALLMark EnglandClifford GlovierKeith KusbitJohn KistlerFikre MenbereRichard JohnstonDonald CassellShigeki KomuroAllegheniesAllegheniesAllegheniesAllegheniesGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfJapanTHEOLOGICAL STUDENTSKeith BlackMark EnglandVince ScavoScott WilkinsonMichael LydonBrian SchwartleyDavid SporeJack BaumgardnerDonald CassellRichard JohnstonJohn McFarlandFikre MenbereRichard SuttonDonald MillarAaron GoemerSumito SakaiAllegheniesAllegheniesAllegheniesAllegheniesAtlanticAtlanticAtlanticGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfGreat Lakes-GulfSt. LawrenceSt. LawrenceJapanADDENDACONGREGATIONS DISORGANIZEDSuperior-BeulahKingston (Mission Church) 3/9/93

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 49PASTORS RECEIVEDJames Wittke Fr. PCA4/16/93PASTORS INSTALLEDJames Wittke North HillsD. Raymond McCracken Orlando4/16/934/16/93RELEASED FROM PASTORAL CHARGERobert A. Henning Winchester1/15/93STATED SUPPLYRobert LaMay ClarindaCERTIFIED ELIGIBLE TO PREACHNicholas IamaioBrian SchwertleySt. LawrenceAdantic3/10/934/9/93DEATH OF RULING ELDERSJ. Roy TempletonByron McMahanKenneth L. KennedyRobert BairdWilliam BrodieHarry MeahlBeUe CenterHebronRose PointSharonLochielEndicott1/15/934/01/934/02/934/14/935/09/935/25/93Respectfully submitted,Louis D. HutmireStated ClerkThe report of the Board of the Trustees of Synod was taken up.Items 1 and 2 were referred to the Nominating Committee. Items 3and 4 were referred to the Committee on Finance. Item 5 was adopted.Items 6 and 7 were referred to the Committee on Finance. Items 8 and9 were referred to the Nominating Committee. The report as a wholewas approved and is as follows:

50 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEREPORT OF THE TRUSTEES OF SYNODThe Tmstees of Synod met in three regularly called meetings since thelast meeting of Synod. In addition, the committees of the Board met asneeded, usually by telephone.The members of the Board are:Class of 1993: Steven McMahan, Sam Chestnut, Robert HemphillClass of 1994: Louis Hutmire, Paul Finley, John DukeClass of 1995: Marcia Siebring, Thomas Fisher, John EdgarThe terms of Steven McMahan, Sam Chestnut, and Robert HemphiUexpire at this meeting of Synod. Steven McMahan and Sam Chestnut haveserved two full consecutive terms and according to Synod's mle are noteligible for re-election at this time. We thank Steve and Sam for their workon the Board the past six years and appreciate their contributions. RobertHemphill has only served one full term, so we would recommend that hebe elected for another term (see Recommendation 1). We would alsonominate Jack Morton, Stuart Schmidt, and Jay Worsham to fiU the othertwo vacancies (see Recommendation 2).FINANCIALAgain this year, we hired the firm of Swartz, Izenson and Associates toaudit our records. Due to the favorable fees, we decided to have a fuU auditagain this year, rather than a review. The Audit Report will be distributedhere at Synod. We recommend that the report be received as distributedand printed in the Minutes of Synod (see Recommendation 3).The 1992 Treasurer's Report has been printed in the Digest of Reportsagain this year. We suggest that you study this report and be prepared toask any questions that you may have for each department when theypresent their report. We recommend that the Treasurer's Report bereceived for information (see Recommendation 4).INVESTMENTSThe Tmstees of Synod invest the funds they hold for the variousdepartments, congregations, RP Home and Geneva CoUege in securitiesand mortgages (mostly to congregations, pastors, and employees of thedenomination). As of December 31, 1992, we had a securities portfolioinvested through Paine Webber, Inc. at a market value of $7,449,193 and$1,630,138 was invested in mortgages. Virtually none of these funds areowned by the denomination as a whole. They have been given to specificworks such as Foreign Missions, Home Missions, Seminary, Pensions,Geneva College, particular congregations, etc. Our new policy is todistribute 6% of the average market value of the past three years as the

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 51annual distribution on investments. $658,345 was distributed at the end1992. This policy is to be reviewed after it has been in effect for three years,so a recommendation will be made to the 1994 Synod regarding thecontinued feasibility of this poUcy.We have thirty-four mortgage loans to congregations and individualsas of December 31,1992. Three new loans were made to congregationsand three new loans were made to individuals in 1992.Regarding mortgages, the 1992 Synod referred Paper 92-3 to theTmstees of Synod for review of their poticy on loans for pastor's housing.Our response is as follows:Paper 92-3 from the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery states, "We respectfullyask the Synod to request Synod's Board of Tmstees to review itspolicy of requiring presbyteries to guarantee loans for pastor's housing inthe light of scriptural principles regarding co-signing of loans." TheBuilding Loan Fund policy states that "the guarantee of individuals,congregations, or presbyteries may be required." This policy was mostrecendy presented to the Synod of 1989 as part of the Tmstees' report. Inpractice, loan guarantees have been requestedonly in situations in whichthe Tmstees felt the abiUty of the borrower to make regular and continuousrepayment of the loan was uncertain. It should be understood that loanguarantees are not a standard feature of these loans, and, in fact, suchguarantees are rare.There are several references to "surety" found in the Book of Proverbs.The teaching of these passages can be briefly summarized as follows:(1) It is wise to avoid the risk of being surety for someone, particularlyfor someone whose reliability is uncertain. (2) A wise person does notbecome surety for more than he is both wiUing and able to pay. There areat least two positive examples of surety in the New Testament. In theparable of the Good Samaritan, Christ describes how the Samaritan left theinjured man at an inn, promising to pay for whatever his care might cost.In Paul's letter to Philemon, Paul promises that he will make good, sightunseen, any debts incuned by Onesimus. Co-signing of loans is notprohibited by the Scriptures, but it is clear that suretyship should be enteredinto with great care and with resourcesadequate to make the pledge good.Our present practice has been applied to loans secured by real estate. Ithas been used to reduce the likelihood that repayment of loan funds wouldcease due to a default. In situations where the approval of a loan has beencontingent on a loan guarantee, your Tmstees have tried to make clear thatthe guarantee is sought because there is uncertainty about the bonower'sability to make regular payments. We have also been careful that the cosigningparty has the means to make the loan good if this becomesnecessary. In the end, however, it is the co-signer who must make the

52 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEjudgment in the decision to become surety.If a loan guarantee is sought from a presbytery, its ad interim commissionsometimes gives a guarantee for the presbytery, but a commissionmay or may not be wilUng to take such an action on its presbytery's behalf.Paper 92-3 was apparendy precipitated by a loan that was made in 1991.In that instance, before the Tmstees had taken action on the loan application,we were approached by the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery ad interimcommission with an urgent request to grant the loan quickly and with anunsolicited offer to guarantee the loan. After consultation with the commission,including an expression of our concerns regarding the wisdom ofthe purchase and the loan, the Tmstees granted the loan under the termsoffered by the commission. As in any of our deaUngs with an ad interimcommission, it was our assumption that the action was taken for the entirepresbytery.The Tmstees have administered the loan fund on Synod's behalf andhave been open to Synod's counsel on our poUcies. We beUeve that thecurrent policy is sound and that we have exercised it in a manner consistentwith the teaching of Scripture. Your Tmstees have sought to behaveresponsibly by ensuring that the loans made are secured by the propertybeing purchased (which, even in the event of a total default, probably couldnot be sold immediately) and by individuals or groups with sufficientmeans to make payments back into the loan fund. This practice increasesthe likelihood that new loans can be made in the future. We have concludedthat we should not recommend a change in the loan guarantee policy (seeRecommendation 5).BUILDING LOAN FUNDIn addition to general mortgages using invested funds, refened toabove, Synod's Tmstees operates a "Building Loan Fund." This money isloaned to congregations, pastors, or employees of Synod according topolicies approved by Synod (see 7979 Minutes of Synod, pp. 170-173). Afinancial report on these funds is in the Treasurer's Report. The assets ofthis fund as of 12/31/92 totalled $742,128. Last year, Synod approved therecommendation of the Home Mission Board that the interest on theunloaned balance of the Building Loan Fund and one-half of the fundsreceived by the Tmstees of Synod from the sale of properties of disorganizedcongregations (net after all arrangements with presbyteries, etc.)will be transfened to the new Home Mission Board Kingdom BuildersFund (See 7992 Minutes of Synod, pp. 31-32). The amount transferred for1992 was $2,476.13, which was the interest on unloaned funds and$22,712.57, which was one-half of the proceeds from the sale of theMarion, Iowa, RP Church parsonage. In addition, $27,742.67 cash was

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 53available in the Marion checking account so we transferred $27,000.00the Tmstees of Synod account so that one-half of it could be transferred tothe Kingdom Builders Fund. This means that $38,688.70 is now availableto the Kingdom Builders Fund.The Tmstees of Synod received a request from the Midwest Presbyteryfor all the funds from the sale of the Marion, Iowa church properties to beheld for fiveyears to be used for new works in the presbytery, and receiveda request from the Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery for 50% of the proceedsfrom the sale of the Ogemaw church property to be used for new workswithin the presbytery. Both of these requests were denied because:(1) neither request was for funds "to start a new work in the samegeneral vicinity" as called for in the cunent policies approved by Synod in1972; (2) Synod approved a new program last year to distribute one-halfof the proceeds from the sale of church properties to the Home MissionBoard Kingdom Builders Fund, which makes grants available to newworks in all presbyteries in the denomination.In 1988, the Tmstees of Synod approved the request of the PacificCoast Presbytery to hold the assets of the disorganized Santa Anna RPChurch for the start of a new work in Orange County, California (the samegeneral vicinity) for fiveyears. The Pacific Coast Presbytery has requestedthat we extend the time. They reminded us that:1. initially all funds were not avaUable and it took some work and timeto resolve this;2. with the above delay, some momentum was lost but they feel thatthey have regained this momentum;3. the Commission feels confident at this time that God is calling themto begin work in Orange County.The Tmstees have given careful consideration to this request and haveagreed to extend the time for two years for them to begin a new work inOrange County. This time will expire in June 1995.The loan to the Ottawa Congregation is a unique situation. A loan of$158,333 was given to help buy the property but they will need substantiallymore money to be able to construct a building. The Tmstees haveagreed that if the Ottawa Congregation raises:1. $100,000 (Canadian $) in cash2. $100,000 (Canadian $) in three-year pledges3. $100,000 (Canadian $) in loans from other sources4. $100,000 (Canadian $) in ten-year pledges,then we will loan another $100,000 (Canadian $) repayable in threeyears, another $ 100,000 (Canadian $) repayablein ten years and $ 100,000(Canadian $) repayable in twenty years.Since the last meeting of Synod, we have loaned money from the

54 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEBuilding Loan Fund and General Investments to the following congregationsand individuals:BIdg. LoanGen. Inv.$25,00060,000$ 98,33310,00060,000Grace (State College)OttawaColumbusWestminster (IlUnois)Loans to IndividualsTOTALS$155,00050,000194,562$342,895The Tmstees are pleased that there were funds available to help thesecongregations and individuals in their building programs.RPM&MThe 1991 Synod approved of distributing up to $370,000 (including$70,000fromUnrestrictedUndesignatedFunds)in 1992. Of the$300,000which was to come from contributions to RPM& M, only $290,434 wasreceived. In 1993, only $300,000 is to be distributed, none from UndesignatedFunds, due to the lack of such funds. The following chart shows thesedistributions:Reformed Presbyterian Mission & Ministry (RPM&M)Budget Actual BudgetEduc. & Publ.Foreign MissionsGeneva CollegeHome MissionsPension BoardSeminaryWoman's Assoc.Misc. FundTOTALS1992 1992 199380,000.00 77,932.00 80,000.0065,000.00 63,321.00 45,000.005,000.00 4,870.00 A -0-85,000.00 82,803.00 65,000.0045,000.00 43,836.00 45,000.0041,000.00 39,939.00 45,000.0010,000.00 9,741.00 5,000.0039,000.00 37,990.00 15,000.00370,000.00 360,432.00 300,000.00A. Geneva received $50,000 from the MacLaughlin Fund in 1992 and is budgetedto receive up to $35,000 in 1993.In light of the above information, congregations need to considerneed for RPM&M and increase their giving, so that needed programs areable to continue.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 55BEQUESTSThe Tmstees report the following bequests received in 1992:C.J.S. MacLaughlin TmstKitchen & Patterson Fds.Isabelle HustonEdyth AUan(t (4Margaret Redpatht« ««Anna M. JohnstonSamuel A. JacksonTOTALUndes.ttttFMBHMBFMBSemFMBSem$121,184.35614.682,945.27114,534.63114,534.621,584.251,584.252,753.0222,100.00$381,835.07The Foreign Mission Board used their portion of the Edyth AllanBequest to set up a New Field Fund (with the approval of Synod) and theHome Mission Board is using their portion to help fund their $300,000campaign for funds to begin new works.UNRESTRICTED UNDESIGNATED FUNDSThe financialreport on Unrestricted Undesignated Funds of Synod islisted in the Treasurer's Report this year. We began the year with a deficitbalance of $32,847, $124,744 was received this year, and $179,370 wasdistributed, leaving a deficit balance of $87,473. This means that $87,473was bonowed from the departments of the church, congregations thatowned invested funds, Geneva College, etc. in order to pay this deficit.$59,370 of this was due to the 1991 RPM&M deficit and explains whySynod set the new policy to only distribute the actual funds received forRPM&M each year.MISCELLANEOUSThe Unallocated Denominational Office budget is printed in theTreasurer's Report. The Tmstees recommend that the 1994 budget beapproved (see Recommendation 7).The Tmstees continue to carry an accident insurance policy on delegatesto Synod, presbyteries, and committees of Synod. It is an accidentpolicy, so if anyone is injured whUe traveling on church business and is notfully covered by their own insurance, they should contact the Treasurer'sOffice.

56 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERecommendations1. We recommend that Robert L. HemphiU be elected to another three-yearterm.2. We recommend that Jack Morton, Stuart Schmidt, and Jay Worsham benominated fillthe other two vacancies on the Board of Tmstees.3. We recommend that the independent Auditor's Report for the yearended December 31, 1992, as prepared by Swartz, Izenson andAssociates be received as distributed and printed in the Minutes ofSynod.4. We recommend that the 1992 Treasurer's Report as printed in the Digestof Reports be received for information.5. We recommend that Synod accept our response to Paper 92-3, as printedin the body of our report, and no change be made in our loan guaranteepolicy.6. We recommend that the report on Unrestricted Undesignated Funds ofSynod, as printed in the Digest of Reports be receivedfor information.7. We recommend that the Unallocated Denominational Office revisedbudget for 1993 and the proposed budget for 1994 be approved.8. We recommend that Louis D. Hutmire, whose term as Stated Clerkexpires at this meeting of Synod, be re-elected for another three-yearterm.9. We recommend that Louis D. Hutmire, whose term as DenominationalTreasurer expires at this meeting of Synod, be re-electedfor anotherthree-year term.Respectfully submitted,Steven C. McMahan, presidentThe preliminary report of the Committee on Finance was taken upand received.The report of the Board of Pension Trustees was taken up. Item 1was adopted. Items 2-6 were referred to the Committee on Finance.The members of Synod joined in small groups once again forprayer, concluding with the singing of Psalm 48B, stanza 9.Following the announcements, Synod adjourned at 9:15 p.m.,being led in the prayer of adjournment by Bruce Martin.TUESDAY, JULY 13,1993 8:30 A.M.Synod reconvened in the Franklin Room of the Ely Lilly CampusCenter on the campus of Franklin College, Franklin, Indiana, on

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 57Tuesday, July 13,1993, at 8:30 a.m.Robert McCracken led Synod in the singing of Psalm 24 from thePsalm Settings booklet. Sam Boyle led in prayer constituting thecourt.The roll was passed.Willard McMillan led Synod in the worship of God. He led inprayer and read Ephesians 5:8-21, then Synod sang antiphonallyPsalms 127A and 128A. Mr. McMillan preached God's Word on thetheme, "Submit to One Another." Synod concluded the devotionaltime with the antiphonal singing of Psalm 115B.The minutes of the Monday evening session were read and approvedas read.The pages were introduced to the court: Vince Scavo, ScottWilkinson, and Keith Black.The report of the Board of Pension Trustees was taken up onceagain. Item 7 was adopted by more than a two-thirds vote. Items 8 and9 were referred to the Nominating Committee. The report as a wholewas approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE PENSION TRUSTEESThe Pension Tmstees met once this year.The 1993 officers of the Tmstees are:ChairmanSecretaryTreasurerDennis OlsonLarry GladfelterLouis HutmireAll conespondence should be mailed to:The Pension Tmstees RPCNAc/o Lou Hutmire, Treasurer RPCNA7408 Penn AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15208-2531For information call: (412) 731-1177FAX: (412) 731-8861We want to remind the Clerks of Presbyteries and/or the Clerks ofAd Interim Commissions of the need to inform the Pension Tmstees ofaction taken by the presbyteries of licensures, ordinations, installationsand changes from active to inactive service. This information is needed forinsurance and/or pension purposes.

58 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERecommendation No. 1• That Synod instmct the presbyteries to include in the minutes of eachinstallation service the date that the teaching elder actually startedworking in the congregation. This is needed because participants areenrolled in the pension plan on the first of the month foUowing the datethey actually start working.It has come to our attention that a number of people have opted out oSocial Security. Our pension plan cannot adequately provide for a youngfamily without the help of Social Security. Should you opt out, you needto purchase adequate insurance coverage to provide for your family (tosupplement the benefits paid by the pension tmstees).For your information:The Severance Pay Program—We wish to inform all presbyteries andAd Interim Commissions that the Pension Tmstees are unable to fund threemonths of severance pay. This is due to the tough financialsituation wefind ourselves in at this time. We do not wish to discontinue or modify thisProgram that serves as a safety net for pastors and their families. We askthat the Pension Tmstees be responsiblefor a maximum of 1/3 of the totalof a 3-month severance pay figure. See 7997 Minutes of Synod, pp 23-25for the details of this program.The Pension Tmstees have changed the Moving Allowance Program toread, "The Pension Tmstees will pay an allowance equal to 50% of themoving expenses, up to a maximum pay out of $2,000 toward the once-ina-lifetimemoving allowance ...." Also changed: we are removing thedollar amounts listed under the heading "The following costs will becovered: . . . ." to read "The following costs may be included into thecalculation of moving costs aUowed:1. Transportation of household goods, including library books.2. Expenses associated with packaging (loading and unloading).3. Transit insurance on household and personal effects.4. A once-in-a-lifetime allowance for travel from the last place ofministry to retirementlocation including: Mileage paid at a rate approvedby Synod for all travel; Reasonable hotel, motel and meal costs." See 7997Minutes of Synod, pp 25-27.CONTRIBUTIONSThe Tmstees are recommending that Plan B continue to be upgraded byhaving employers (as defined by Plan B) contribute a minimum contributionrate of $1,600 for each participant in 1994. The amount is to beforwarded by the congregational/presbyterial treasurer to the denominationaltreasurer quarterly (4 x $ 400), and will be credited to the respective

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 59participant's account. It is noted that in 1992 twenty-two (22) employerscontributed more than the minimum contribution. We are gready encouragedby this increase in pension contributions (we had 5 employers in1991). We continue to encourage all employers, which includes the boardsof the church, to contribute over the minimum contribution rate.Recommendation No. 2• That Synod approve and set the minimum contribution rate of $ 1,600by each employer of a participant of Plan B for 1994 (an increase from$1,400 for 1993).Having had an actuarial study done on Plan A, we know that Plan A isseriously underfunded. Due to dwindling assets, we must begin to transfer$50K in 1993 and continue a yearly transfer of $50K until Plan A no longerrequires that level of funding. (The actuarial study done in 1987 showedthe need to designate approximately $50K per year to Plan A for 15 yearsto adequately fund Plan A at the payment levels then in effect.) Weanticipate a deficit in 1993 of approximately $ 15K and we request that thedeficit be funded from the Unrestricted-Undesignated funds of Synod.Having forewarned the Synod for years of the impending funding problems,this is what we feel we must do at this time.BENEFITSPlan A:As of January 1,1993, pensions for Plan A (those over 54 years of ageon January 1,1974) are being paid to 13 couples and 18 singles. To thosereceiving a full pension, couples are receiving $ 360 per month and singlesare receiving $ 300 per month. In 1993 we estimate we wUl pay out a totalof $113,150. With the cunent financialpicture, the pension tmstees do notfeel that they can recommend an increase to the Plan A pensions for 1994;however, the pension tmstees are initiating a program to supplement PlanA pensions. We wiU be making appeals to congregations and/or individualsfor funds to supplement the Plan A pensions. The money received willbe distributed proportionately to all Plan A participants along with theirpension payment at the end of each quarter. Cunently it would take $5Kto give each participant in the plan $10 per month more. Congregationswill hear more about this program soon. In 1994 we estimate we wUl payout a total of $113,160.Plan B:We have six participants receiving monthly benefit checks. Annuitieshave not been purchased for these participants due to market conditions at

60 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEthis time. Financial reports for Plan B are included in the Treasurereport.ASSESSMENTSWith the increased costs, particularly with Plan A, the tmstees feel thatit is necessary to increase the Congregational Pension Assessment from$ 12 to $ 16 based on their membership as of the 31 st day of December 1993,as reported to the stated Clerk. This amount is to be paid to the Treasurer'soffice in quarterly installments. These amounts are received into theCurrent Account of the Pension Tmstees and are used to support theexpenses as shown by the Treasurer's report.Recommendation No. 3• That Synod set the 1994 Congregational Pension Assessment for thePension Tmstees Cunent Account funding at $16 per communicantmember, as per the communicant membership reported to the statedClerk as of December 31, 1993.Recommendation No. 4• That Synod allocate $23,624 from the Unrestricted-Undesignatedfunds of Synod to fund the deficit expected by the end of 1994. (SeePension Board Cunent Account Financial Report in Treasurer's Reportfor details.)Recommendation No. 5• That Synod receive the Auditor's Audit Report of Plan B for yearsended December 31,1992 and 1991 for information. (Report has beensupplied to the Finance Committee.)Recommendation No. 6• That Synod grant the amount of $45,000 from RPM&M program for1994 to the Pension Tmstees.INVESTMENTSThe Plan B investments as of December 31st, 1992, are as follows:—1991— —1992—Common Stock $ 562,619 $ 672,156U.S. Gov't Obligations 1,060,750 977,998Bank Money Market 159,267 457,560Non-Gov't Obligations 156,260 103,870TOTALS $1,938,896 $2,211,584

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 61TRUSTEESThe work of the Pension Tmstees requirespecific gifts. Our cunentConstitution requires that members be ordained. This restricts thoseeligible to be members, so we would like to see the policy changed toeliminate the need for members to be ordained. Due to the uniquerequirements of this board, it is the wish of the Pension Tmstees that wechange the Constitution of the Pension Tmstees, under Section HI,point A. Membership.We wish this to be changed from:"The Tmstees shall be composed of seven [7] ordained membersdivided into three classes who are elected from the membership of thedenomination by the Synod. Each member is to be elected for a three-yearterm. Old terms expire and new terms begin when new members areelected by the Synod."To read:"The Tmstees shall be composed of seven [7] members divided intothree classes who are elected from the membership of the denomination bythe Synod. Each member is to be elected for a three-year term. Old termsexpire and new terms begin when new members are elected by the Synod."This was passed unanimously by the Pension Tmstees.We feel that ratherthan requiring an ordained officer of the church,thereby limiting our choices, that any qualified person be able to beconsidered for election to this board.Note: This must be approved by a 2/3 vote of Synod.Recommendation No. 7• That Synod approve changing the Constitution of the Pension Tmsteesunder Section III point A. Membership. Allowing non-ordained members.Cunently the Pension Tmstees have seven (7) members elected bySynod. The membership is divided into three (3) classes. The term of theClass of 1993 ends at this Synod. The members of the Class of 1993 areLarry Gladfelter, Jr., Everett Wood and Don Lamont. Larry Gladfelter hasasked to not be considered for a second term due to other obligations.Everett Wood is completing his firstthree (3) year term and Don Lamonthas finished out the term of Robert Catioth. We ask Synod to elect EverettWood and Don Lamont to three (3) year terms in the Class of 1996.Recommendation No. 8• That Synod re-elect Everett Wood andDon Lamont to the Class of 1996.

62 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERecommendation No. 9• That Dean O'NeiU of Topeka, Kan., be nominated for a three (3) yearterm to the Class of 1996.Respectfully submitted,The Pension Tmstees:A. Wayne DuffieldDon LamontBmce LundeenDennis OlsonButch ShoopEverett WoodLarry Gladfelter, Jr., SecretaryLou Hutmire, TreasurerIt was moved and seconded that G. I. Williamson be refunded theamount of money he paid into the pension fund. The motion wasreferred to the Board of Pension Trustees.The report of the Committee on the Cornerstones Seminar onHeadship was taken up. A proposal was presented for dealing with thepaper in four parts. Item 1 was amended.Bill Weir led in prayer as Synod took a fifteen-minute break at10:20 a.m.The proposals for dealing with the report of the Committee on theCornerstones Seminar on Headship were again taken up. Item 1 asamended was taken up and amended further and adopted. Items 2-4were adopted. The items are as follows with the portions of the reportcalled for in the items:1. That sections "A" and "B" of the Report of the Committee on theCornerstones Seminar on Headship, excluding the finalsentence ofSection B, be received by the Synod and printed in its minutes, andthat where the name Kathryn Stegall appears in the report, sectionsA & B, following the first reference, it be changed to 'the speaker.'2. That section "C" of the report be rewritten by the committee inthe form of a pastoral letter for edification addressed to Mrs. Stegallthrough her Session and not printed in the Minutes of Synod.3. That presbyteries be enjoined to bring the subsection, "PracticeIn Our Churches" of section "D" to the attention of each of theirsessions. This section should also be printed in the Minutes of Synod.4. That subsection "The Issue before Synod" of section "D" alongwith the last sentence of Section "B" be referred to the judicial

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 63Committee on the Cornerstones publications for their considerationand not printed in the Minutes of Synod.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THECORNERSTONES SEMINAR ON HEADSHIPA. THE BACKGROUND OF THE COMMITTEE'S ASSIGNMENTThe 1992 Synod appointed this committee to attend the CornerstonesII Seminar on Headship, presented by Kathryn Stegall, at the CarletonConference, and "to make appropriate comments."All the members of the Committee heard the presentation of the speakeron the subject of headship. The basic thrust of her presentation was to arguethat the biblical teaching on headship does not involve "authority over."Inasmuch as this presentation was very lengthy (about 2 hours), there wasnot adequate time for the committee to respond during the momingsession. The decision was made to adjourn for lunch and then reconvenein the afternoon. Members of Synod's committee then responded to whathad been presented. (The presentation of the speaker and the response ofthe committee are available on audio tape.)It is the judgment of the committee that the questions that have beenraised concerning headship and the role and service of women in thechurch are of such significance, and raised in so controversial a way, thatmore needs to be said for the good and peace of the church.B. SOME SIGNIFICANT MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT THECHURCH'S PRESENT POSITIONIn the course of our listening to the speaker's presentation and fromourreading of Cornerstones, we find some significant misconceptions whichwe must point out and clarify.THE REPORT ITSELF IS NOT THE COMPENDIUMA booklet labeled The Report of the Committee on the Role and Serviceof Women was presented to the 1990 Synod. This booklet contained boththe Report proper and also what was attached to it by way of an appendix.This appendix (called "the Compendium") consisted of a number of studypapers by Committee members which did not receive full committeeagreement. The Report proper is only found on the first seven pages of thebooklet. The remaining 108 pages is the Compendium. Only the Reportproper contains the committee's agreed-upon conclusions. And only thisportion came before Synod as the committee's set of judgments andrecommendations. It is not, therefore, competent to quote from one of the

64 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEindividual studies included in the Compendium as though that quote werepart and parcel of the committee's opinion.SYNOD HAS APPROVED THE REPORTAccording to the speaker's opening remarks, she has been under theimpression that Synod only "received" the Report and submitted it to thechurch for study. The tacit implication, therefore, suggests that Synod didnot really take official action on the questions involved, but only heard thecommittee's opinion and left them open for study. ActuaUy, according tothe Minutes of Synod, "The report as a whole was approved and is asfollow..." (Minutes of Synod, page 123.) So it should be understood thatwhile the "Compendium of Study Materials" was received and recommendedfor study, the Report itself was approved. In short, Synod agreedwith the Report and made it its own. The Synod, therefore, as a court hasrendered its judgment. The Synod is not undecided. It should not besuggested the question is moot as far as the church is concerned thatbecause "there are many opinions out there" the Synod therefore has nocorporate opinion. Let that misconception be cleared up. Synod hasapproved the committee's Report.SYNOD HAS GIVEN ITS JUDGMENTNow, in essence, what was Synod's judgment? According to the Reportapproved by the Synod, "The committee has found no Scriptural wanantfor recommending a change in the church's cunent standards, but doesnote some ambiguities at places in the present Directory's wording." So,the church's standards are the firmopinion of the Synod, albeit at times itmight require a church court to render a judgment on some questionregarding ambiguity. (Only a church court may ultimately clarify anambiguity within the church's standards, not an open fomm.)The Report again says, "This committee is convinced that the leadershipof the husband in the home must be exercised in utter submission tothe will of Christ. . . ," which makes clear the matter of the husband'sresponsibiUty as "leader in the home" cannot be, in the committee'sopinion, one of those ambiguities. The distinction in roles betweenhusband and wife expresses itself again when the committee said, "Althoughthe committee has found Scriptural basis for role distinctionsbetween men and women in family and church, we have found no clearexegetical grounds for extending these to society in general." Consequently,it is difficult to understand how the tme meaning of "headship"in the church standards could be unsure. During the discussion followingthe speaker's presentation, Faith Martin stated that the term "headship" isundefined, implying that the church's understanding of this term is

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 65tenuous. Some persons today may be baffled by that term, but apparendynot the committee. And not the RPCNA Synod. We suggest that a tmereading of the Report cannot conclude the committee of the Synod to beunsure in their judgment of the meaning of "headship." To suggest in anopen fomm that such is the case leads to confusion and indecisionunwarranted by the plain statements in the Report.In the discussion following the presentation, one member of Synodsuggested the term "leader" as a useful substitute to "authority," but wasmet with objection, when in fact the Report itself uses that term! TheReport on this decisive issue is clear.THE CHURCH'S STANDARDS ARE NOT AMBIGUOUSON HEADSHIPIn the course of her presentation, the speaker declined from drawingcertain conclusions but indicated clearly her commitment to the thesis thatequality of the sexes demanded equality in authority. In contrast to herassertion, the Reformed Presbyterian Testimony (p. A-20) states: "Godcreated man and woman as His image bearers to complement one another.Scripture describes the responsibilities of each and their proper relationshipto one another. Distinctions between the sexes do not imply superiorityor inferiority of persons. Family life and social order becomedisrupted when these distinctions are confused or ignored." Clearly thechurch's standards contend that God created distinct roles for both menand women, and that to imply distinction in station is not to chaUenge thereality of equality.The clarity of the church's standards on headship removes any doubtwhen consulting the chapter in the Testimony on marriage (p. A-80)."8. God created man, male and female, with specific responsibilities toeach other."10. God has ordained a natural order within the family: the husbandis the head of the family, having a relationship to his wife like that of Christto the Church. He is ordinarily the provider for his family. He is to love hiswife as Christ loves His Church and as his own body. He is to love,discipline and instmct his children, and to lead his family in worship."12. The wife is to be a helper to her husband. The Scripture commandssubmission to her husband in the Lord. She is to join her husband in thewise use of family resources, the care and instruction of children, and themaintenance of the home as a place of love, cheerfulness, and hospitality."While it may indeed be difficult for some persons to accept thesestatements on God's ordained natural order within the family, yet underChrist such is the church's clear understanding. That understanding doesnot pose problems of definition, even though some persons may have

66 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEproblems of application. We, therefore, indicate that the cGod's "natural order" does indeed involve responsibiUty: for the man as"head," and for the woman as "helper." The standards of the church areclear, and Synod has reaffirmed them in approving the Report.THE MATTER OF HEADSHIP IS CLEARIn making the above clarifications, we take note that comments weremade suggesting that these things are not clear either in the Report ofSynod's Committee in 1990 and/or in the church's standards. We believeit to be "sowing discord among brethren" to declare something to beambiguous which is clear in plain language. We simply state that thejudgment of the church in the Report and the church's standards are clearon the matter of "headship." Let that be clear.PROPER PROCEDURE IS TO BE FOLLOWEDThis committee would like to reiterate a point made by the Committeeon the Role and Service of Women concerning the proper procedure foraddressing matters of doctrine and practice. Questions and/or changesconcerning the doctrine and practices of the church should be presented"as a proposal and/or study paper which is transmitted through the courtsof the church."D. COMMITTEE CONCLUSIONSPRACTICES IN OUR CHURCHESThis Committee reminds sessions of Synod's decision followingapproval of the Report of the Committee on the Role and Service ofWomen in 1990. It is as follows:"The Synod of 1990, in exercise of its teaching authority and of itspastoral concern for the Church, hereby affirms that the present standardsof the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America as they bear uponquestions of the role and distinctions in the service of men and women, areadequate for the guidance of the membership, congregations and courts ofthe Church to carry on the work of defending the truths of Scripture andrefuting enors" (7990 Minutes of Synod, p. 134).This is a clear reaffirmation of the church's position on this matter.Synod also approved the following statement in the Committee's Report:"All through Christian history as well as through the history of thedenomination, women have rendered a variety of services to Christ and hispeople. Women must never be regarded as second-class citizens inheaven's commonwealth, no matter what distinctions of role or responsibilitymay be discerned. Men and women are equal in rank and heirs

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 67together of the grace of etemal life. This church and Christ requiresservice of women as the Scriptures direct."Accordingly, this Committee reminds sessions that they should recognizethe legitimacy which our church allows to various functions ofwomen in the service of the church. Women should be encouraged to makefull and biblically appropriate use of their gifts in the life and ministry ofthe church within the context of the pastoral oversight of the session. Thismeans that it would be appropriate for women to engage in such things asholding office in the congregation, renderingservice on the deacon boardor the board of tmstees, or leading discussion in Bible study groups. To mlesuch things out is contrary to the position of the church, may be a denialof Christ's intent for the use of the gifts that He has distributed, and mayinvolve a lessening of service to Christ.Respectfully submitted,G. Duncan LoweKenneth G. SmithKenneth ThompsonJ. Renwick WrightA. Wayne Duffield, ChairmanThe report of the Psalm Translation Committee was taken up,approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE PSALM TRANSLATION COMMITTEESix years ago Synod first appointed this Committee and it was anotheryear before other branches of the Reformed Presbyterian Church (inIreland and Australia) could appoint translators and the work could begin.So this is the fifthfull year of our work. And we are now working on Psalms40-100. One man (ProfessorHugh Blair in Ireland) is working on Psalm 119.Your Chairman has sometimes wondered how long it took (i.e. over howmany years) for David to write these Psalms, and if it will take that longto translate them FOR SINGING. And he has sometimes wished he could"kidnap" the translators and hide them away in some castle the way Lutherwas carried off to Wartburg, to do nothing but translation for one wholeyear. If only Luther had been as careful to translate Psalm 46, and all theothers, FOR SINGING, as he was careful to translate them for readinginstead ofjust paraphrasing them for singing, we might not now need to dothis. But it has not really been done before. And it is a responsibility worthy

68 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEof the REFORMATION Presbyterian Church.And you should be proud of what your translators are doing! It is workof realscholarship. And in the generations to come, coundess thousandsof people will be singing these words up coundess thousands of timesina pure praise of God. And a living God wiU be speaking His Uving Worddown through these words into their hearts. Translation of this kind is hard,tedious work and I am attaching a one-page sample of it (photocopied asis) in order that you might see that it really is a translation, and that it is thekind of a labor of love for which you wUl want to keep on praying.The prosodists are also beginning their work and it too is now beingcirculated back through the translators. Next we will begin fitting music tothe words—music that will bring out both the feelings and the theology,that we might worship God "in spirit and in tmth." In all of this thetranslators will have the last word.There is beginning to be call for a face-to-face meeting of the translatorsto work out consistency in details of translation and prosody. There are noconflicts or disagreements. But as one man wrote recently, "Distance issuch a difficulty. I would dearly love to have a time with the wholecommittee to discuss some of the questions and suggestions raised incorrespondence." Your Chairman senses that such a meeting would be avery great encouragement to the men, and a very important stimulus. If wecould only meet once now that we are 1/3 finished and then again oncetowards the end of the 150 chapters, it would be a powerful stimulus andpractical help and encouragement to all the men. The work would begreatly expedited. But if that meeting were to be held in the U.S.,transportation alone would cost $2,834 for the two men from Australia,and $2,166 for the three men from Ireland. Total costs just for transportationwould be approximately $5,000. Even if there would be just onerepresentative from each branch of the church, transportation costs wouldbe $2,146. But where would we find that money? Your Chairman hastalked twice now in Australia with the translators there and will (Lordwilling) be talking with those in Ireland later this year, all at no cost to theChurch because he was there on other business. But he is not a translatorand they need to talk—as translators—face to face. Please help us to findsome way of accomplishing this. The new translation of Psalms forsinging will have an international testimony when it is finished and so isworthy of extraordinary effort. But where could we find the money forthis?Surely the time is rightfor extraordinary effort. Not only throughoutAmerica, but all over the world, there is urgent need for church music thatis good and pleasing to God. The old hymns and paraphrases are now

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 69having to compete with contemporary, rap, and rock. Some youth who arepetitioning the church for membership have said it is such a refreshingpurity of worship to sing the Psalms a cappella. They have said in otherchurches it is a case of the world invading and overwhelming the Church,instead of the Church invading the world. And on theinternational scene,what "right" have we to impose our American, western hymns (saturatedas they are with the feelings of American culture) on the Christians ofRussia to our east, or to impose them on the Christians in Indonesia and thePacific Rim to our west? But what a blessing for us to join with otherChristians from East and West, and North and South to lift up our heartstogether in an international harmony of praise using God's hymns, fittedby His inspiration for His praise in aU cultures and all generations. Andsomehow dispensationalism loses its appeal when we begin to see ourselvesstanding alongside Moses and David and Solomon and the Prophetsin the same choirhere on earth, singing the same words and names to God'sPraise.It is a great work you are involved in here, and God is blessing in itPlease keep praying with us as a committee and keep sending insights andsuggestions on particular Psalms to the Chairman, Roy Blackwood, 1175Princeton Place, ZionsviUe, IN 46077 (317) 873-4775, Fax (317) 873-0328.Respectfully submittedFrom IrelandFrom AustraliaFrom North Americafor the Committee,Roy BlackwoodH. J. BlairJ. McGregorN. WilsonL. BlakstonA. McEwenC. CopelandJ. LeachD. LoweN. CarsonD. Russell

70 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERecommendations1. That we request the Synods of Ireland and North America and thePresbytery of Australia to reappoint the same men to this Committee.2. That the North American Synod authorize the reimbursement ofexpenses.(Note: Other members of the committee have not edited this report.The members of Synod joined in small groups once again forprayer and concluded the prayer time with the singing of Psalm 122A.Donald Cassell was introduced to the court as a delegate for thefirst time. He is serving as an alternate for Second Indianapolis.Philip Martin led in prayer recessing the court at 12:15 p.m.TUESDAY, JULY 13,1993,1:30 P.M.Synod reconvened at 1:30 p.m. singing Psalm 103 from the PsalmSettings booklet and being led in prayer by Harold Faris.The roll was passed.The minutes of the Tuesday morning session were read andapproved as read.The order of the day, the report of the Woman's Association, waspresented by the president, Ruth Kolb. The report was received andis printed in the Appendix to the Minutes.The report of the Administrator of the Reformed PresbyterianHome was presented by the Administrator, Bill Weir. The report wasreceived and is printed in the Appendix to the Minutes.The report of the Special Committee to deal with Paper 92-6 onCommunion Involving Multiple Congregations was taken up, approvedand is as follows:REPORT FOR THE SPECIAL COMMITTEETO DEAL WITH PAPER 92-6ON COMMUNION INVOLVING MULTIPLE CONGREGATIONSThe committee has not yet begun any significant communication ormet to begin work on this assignment from the 1992 Synod. The chairmanhas been unable, due to the press of other work and changes in responsibilities,to organize the committee's work or to communicate effectivelywith its members.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 71It is the intention of the chainnan to : 1) communicate by letter witmembers of the committee before the 1993 meeting of Synod; and 2) toschedule a meeting of the committee during the 1993 Synod meeting withthe consent of committee members.It is the hope of the chairman that the committee's work would dealwith historical, theological, and procedural considerations relatingto thisissue. If members of the Synod have other considerations to suggest orinput for the committee, please address such matters to the chairman inwriting at this meeting of Synod or as soon as possible following Synod.Our goal as a committee is to have our work completed and to presenta complete report to the 1994 Synod.I appreciate your patience and understanding and apologize for faUingto initiate the work of the committee sooner.Respectfully submitted,Jim Pennington, chairmanfor the committeeThe report of the Committee to Revise the Directory for Worshipwas taken up. Item 1 was adopted. At the request of the CommitteeChairman, members of Synod made suggestions on the revision to theCommittee.Synod took a fifteen-minuterecess at 2:45 p.m.Item 2 of the report of the Committee to Revise the Directory forWorship was taken up and adopted. The report as a whole wasapproved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE TO REVISETHE DIRECTORY FOR WORSHIPThe Committee met and considered its task in light of the recommendationsmade at the Synod of 1992 (see 7992 Minutes, p. 84). No materialwas received from members of Synod this year, but material receivedpreviously was considered.The following proposed revision of The Directory for Worship ispresented as an attempt to fulfill the task defined in our report to the Synodof 1992 to bring "a fresh consideration of the definition and application ofthe regulativeprinciple of worship which more positively expresses thejoy and thanksgiving of our approach as we respond to the lovingkindnessof God's gracious caU to worship. Since our task and hope is to encourage

72 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEpeople to enter into God's presence and experience His blessing, thislead to more spontaneity and/or flexibility in the form of worship, beingcareful to maintain harmony with what God commands in His word."Others have expressed the need for a clear explanation of whatconstitutes worship or non-worship situations or activities in the use of thePsalms" (7992 Minutes of Synod, p. 84.). We have not attempted to bringthe basic argumentation for the approach of the Scriptures to worship. Thisis clearly set forth in the Westminster Standards and the Testimony of theReformedPresbyterian Church. ThcDirectory seeks to help with practicalunderstanding and implementation of the basic principles of Scripture.(Please note the proposed Chapter 1, paragraph 1.)You will want to compare the present Directory, the proposed revisionprinted in the 7997 Minutes (pp. 162-177), and the new revision. For helpin assessing the changes in this proposed revision from the revisionpresented to the 1991 Synod, note the following:Chapter 1: paragraphs 1-5 revised and changed in order, paragraph 6is transferred to Chapter 2.Chapter 2: begins with paragraph 1 of Chapter 1; paragraph 9 onalternatives to the Psalm Explanation is replaced by a paragraph onResponses of God's People; reference to the deacon in paragraph 13 istransfened to paragraph 15 of the new proposal; in paragraph 18 the words"or passages" are added to "passage" in line 1; new paragraphs 21 and 22have been added.Chapter 3: paragraphs 3 and 4 have been rearranged somewhat todistinguish more clearly between procedures for adult and infant baptism;other minor changes.Chapter 4: an introductory paragraph has been added.Chapter 5: no changes have been made, but there was considerationof incorporating this into Chapter 1.Chapter 6: several introductory paragraphs have been added whichinclude actions of the 1972 Synod regarding situations in which theregulative principle of worship does and does not apply; paragraphs 1-7have been deleted as being more appropriate for the Directory for ChurchGovernment; paragraph 8 has been included in the section on the FuneralService; other minor changes. Please come to Synod prepared to discussthe approach to the Directory, and to make suggestions in writing whichwe can consider in proposing the revised Directory for adoption in 1994.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 73Respectfully submitted,Robert M. CopelandRaymond P. JosephJenold MilroyWilliam H. RussellBmce C. Stewart, chairmanThe report of the Committee on Symbolism in Worship was taup. Item 1 was considered. It was moved and seconded to recommitthe report to the committee.Members of Synod joined together in small groups for prayer andconcluded the prayer time with the singing of Psalm 96 A. Jerry Milroyled in prayer as Synod took recess at 4:00 p.m.TUESDAY, JULY 13,1993,7:00 P.M.Synod reconvened at 7:00 p.m. singing Psalm 144 from the PSettings booklet and being led in prayer by Leverne Rosenberger.The roll was passed.The minutes of the Tuesday afternoon session were read andapproved as read.The order of the day was taken up: greetings from fraternaldelegates.Bob Zomermaand, pastor of the Lafayette, Indiana, CRC, broughtgreetings from the Christian Reformed Church. Paul Martin respondedin behalf of Synod and led in prayer for the ChristianReformed Church.Larry Wilson, pastor of the Columbus, Ohio, OPC, broughtfraternal greetings from the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. JackWhite responded for Synod and led in prayer in behalf of the OrthodoxPresbyterian Church.Paul Doriani, a teaching elder in the PCA serving the CommunityCongregational Church in Franklin, Indiana, brought greetings fromthe Presbyterian Church in America. Cliff Glovier responded inbehalf of Synod and Jerry O'Neill led in prayer for the PresbyterianChurch in America.Jack Whytock, pastor of Mt. Zion Associate Reformed PresbyterianChurch in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, brought greetingsfrom the ARPC. Randy VanOsdol responded in behalf of Synod andled in prayer for the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

74 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEJohn Morrow, pastor of the American Presbyterian Church inWestminster, Maryland, brought greetings from the AmericanPresbyterian Church. Christopher Wright led in prayer for theAmerican Presbyterian Church.Ray McCracken reported on his visit in behalf of Synod to theannual convention of the National Association of Evangelicals. RayMorton led in prayer for the NAE.The report of the Interchurch Committee was taken up. Item 1 wasreferred to the Nominating Committee. Items 2-5 were adopted. Thereport as a whole was approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE INTERCHURCH COMMITTEEThe Interchurch Committee met in conjunction with the meeting of theNorth American Presbyterian and Reformed Council (NAPARC) in Bondarken, Flat Rock, North Carolina, October 29-30,1992.Because the Ecumenicity Committee of the Orthodox PresbyterianChurch did not send their committee to the meetings of NAPARC we hadno meetings with them this year. Because of the expenses involved in travelwe have not allowed for extra meetings of the committee during the year.There were a couple of matters from the NAPARC meetings to drawto your attention. For the past two years the Council has asked the ChristianReformed Church not to proceed with the ordination of women to theoffice of teaching and mling elder. The 1992 Synod of the ChristianReformed Church voted not to open the office of elder to women. Theiraction of Synod had a second part which encouraged use of the gifts ofwomen in the congregations. The Council acted to "send a letter to theSynod of the Christian Reformed Church expressing our thanksgiving toGod that the Synod of the CRC in 1992 refused to ratify the change in theChurch Order Article 3 that would have opened the office of the minister,elder and evangelist to women, and assures the CRC of the continuingprayer of the Churches of NAPARC." The action refened only to theiraction of not opening the office to women. It did not make a commentregarding the further action of the Synod. There was some discussionabout the further action and to its implications but the Council made nofurther comment.The Reformed Church in the United States has appUed for membershipin the NAPARC. The Interim Committee recommended their membershipbut the Council after discussion voted to postpone action on the request.Your representatives voted no in regard to the postponement, we wouldhave favored immediate inclusion of this denomination in the Council.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 75There was concern expressed that a small denomination such as the RCUShad the same voice as a larger denomination such as the PCA on theCouncU. The Interim Committee is to study the issue of representation inNAPARC and report to the next meeting of the Council.The CouncU is proceeding with plans for a celebration of the 350thanniversary of the seating of the Westminster Assembly. It is to be held inLondon, England, September 23-25, 1993. For some of this celebration,the committee has been given the use of the Jemsalem Chamber, where theAssembly met. There will be some recommendations which come to usfrom the Council at the end of this report.The Committee asks that the Synod give the Committee permission toapply for observer status for the denomination with the InternationalConference of Reformed Churches. This organization is made up ofReformed churches from around the world. The purposes are stated in theConstitution of the conference and are as follows:1. To express and promote the unity of faith that the member churcheshave in Christ;2. To encourage the fullest ecclesiastical fellowship among the memberchurches;3. To encourage cooperation among the member churches on thefulfillment of the missionary and other mandates;4. To study common problems and issues that confront the memberchurches and to aim for recommendation with respect to thesematters;5. To present a Reformed testimony to the world.The Reformed Presbyterian Church of Ireland as well as the OrthodoxPresbyterian Church are members of the ICRC. We have sent representativesto their meeting in the past but only to see what was going on in theConference, with no official capacity in the Conference. This year,Thomas Reid has been appointed as representative to the meeting of theConference. He will be doing this in conjunction with his participation inthe Westminster celebration in September.The denomination has been invited to join the World Presbyterian andReformed Fellowship. This is an organization that is under the umbrella ofthe National Association of Evangelicals. We are not making any recommendationregarding this at this time.In further report concerning the NAE, the Committee through thedelegate from the RPCNA expressed our protest concerning the NAE'suse of the Sabbath Day. They had a Lord's Day worship as an Associationrather than participating in the worship of the congregations of the Orlandoarea where they were meeting. The Lord's Day was used for regular

76 1993 MINUTES Ub THE SYNUIJ Ub "limbusiness meetings and for the opening of the resource center. We recomended in our protest to the Association that the Lord's Day be reservedfor worship and fellowship with the Christians in the local congregations.We have recommended to the Business of Synod Committee that acelebration be held at a Synod meeting of the writing of the WestminsterConfession and the Solemn League and Covenant.The American Presbyterian Church has been meeting for several yearswith the Adantic Presbytery. They have enjoyed good feUowship together.We are recommending that the Synod extend fraternalrelations to thisdenomination of the body of Christ They hold to the WestminsterConfession of Faith as their subordinate standard. They separated severalyears ago from the Bible Presbyterian Church. The Adantic Presbyteiy hascarried on discussions with them on areas of doctrine which we do notconfess in common.Recommendations1. The terms on the Committee of Paul Martin and John H. White arecompleted with this meeting of Synod. Mr. Martin has served twoconsecutive terms and is therefore ineligible for re-election. Werecommend that John H. White and Pastor Robert Hemphill benominated for the class of 1996, and that Pastor Robert Henning beelected to fillthe unexpired term of Daniel Kiehl.2. That the Synod seek observer status in the Intemational Conference ofReformed Churches (ICRC).3. Recommendations from NAPARC:a. That each presbytery be encouraged to adopt a plan to have somespecial commemoration of the Westminster Assembly, includingthe appointment of a coordinator or committee to oversee for oneyear.b. That each presbytery be encouraged to send at least one representativeto the International Commemoration in September 1993.c. That each seminary be encouraged to emphasize the semitercentenarywith special lectures on the history and subject during 1993-94.d. That the Synod devote at least one public session to a commemorationof their own design.4. That we enter into fraternal relations with the American PresbyterChurch.5. That in response to the invitation of the Reformed Presbyterian Churchof Ireland, we recommend that we send a fraternaldelegate to theirSynod meeting at least every other year beginning in 1994 and to sendwritten greetings on those years we do not send a delegate and that we

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 77invite the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Ireland to senddelegate to our Synod at least every other year.Respectfully submitted,Paul M. Martin, ChairmanAn order of the day was set to take up the report of the Cto Resolve the Impasse on Ordination Query #8 immediately followingthe reading of the minutes on Wednesday morning.A bouquet of flowers was given to the Synod by the Women'sMissionary Synodical FellowshipSynod adjourned at 9:00 p.m., being led in the prayer of adjournmentby Ron Posvar.WEDNESDAY, JULY 14,1993,8:30 A.M.Synod met pursuant to adjournment in the Franklin Room of tEly Lilly Campus Center on the campus of Franklin College onWednesday, July 14,1993, at 8:30 a.m.Steve McMahan led Synod in the singing of Psalm 68E and DavidCoon led in prayer constituting the court.Willard McMillan led Synod in the worship of God. Synod sangPsalm 86B. Mr. McMillan led in prayer then read James 5:13-18 andpreached God's Word on the theme "Pray For One Another." Theservice was concluded with prayer and the singing of Psalm 20B.Jonathan Watt led in the offertory prayer and Synod's offeringwas taken up in the amount of $977 JO.The minutes of the Tuesday evening session were read, correctedand approved.The order of the day, the report of the Committee to Resolve theImpasse on Ordination Query #8, was taken up. Item 1 was adopted.Item 2 was taken up. It was moved and seconded to amend item 2 bydeleting the words 'to take steps immediately,' and adding the word'hereafter' at the end of the sentence.An order of the day was set to take up the report of the Board ofCorporators of Geneva College following the report of the Committeeto Address Disability Issues.Synod took a fifteen-minuterecess at 10:15 a.m., being led inprayer by Robert McCracken.Synod sang Psalm 100C and was led in prayer by the Moderator,Paul McCracken.

78 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEFrank Walker was introduced to the court as a fraternal delfrom the Reformed Church in the United States.The order of the day, the report of the Board of Trustees of theTheological Seminary, was taken up. Item 1 was adopted. In keepingwith this item, Bruce C. Stewart addressed the court in behalf of theReformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary. It was moved, secondedand carried that Synod proceed to vote by ballot on the electionscalled for in items 2-4. Ballots were distributed for the elections. JohnTweed led in prayer for the elections and the delegates to Synod votedby ballot. Item 5 was referred to the Nominating Committee. Items6 and 7 were referred to the Committee on Finance. Item 8 wasadopted. In keeping with item 8, Synod discussed possibilities for thefuture of the Seminary.Flowers were presented by the Cambridge Congregation in honorof the Moderator, a former pastor of that congregation.The Moderator announced the results of the elections for theseminary professors. Synod rejoiced to hear that all three wereelected by strong majorities.Stan Copeland was recognized by the court as a chaplain in thearmed forces. He has recently moved to Fort Polk, Louisiana.The members of Synod joined together in small groups to pray andconcluded the prayer time with the singing of Psalm 119M. Alan Noellled in prayer as Synod recessed at 12:15 p.m.WEDNESDAY, JULY 14,1993,1:30 P.M.Synod reconvened at 1:30 p.m., singing Psalm 98 from the PsSettings booklet and being led in prayer by Stan Copeland.The roll was passed.The minutes of the Wednesday morning session were read andapproved as read.The report of the Committee to Address Disability Issues wastaken up. It was moved, seconded and carried that an Advocate'sFund be set up as described in the Committee report. It was moved,seconded and carried that the future of this committee be referred tothe Business of Synod Committee. The committee was continued forthis year. The report as a whole was approved and is as follows:

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 79REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE TO ADDRESSDISABILITY ISSUESThe Committee on Ministry to the Disabled changed its name duringthis last year to the Committee to Address DisabiUty Issues. It has met threetimes since last Synod.The Committee made a presentation to each age level at the CarletonConference in an effort to add to the awareness of the disabled and theirneeds.The Committee has appreciated the efforts of Geneva College to makesome of its buildings more accessible. It has also been encouraging to hearof congregations which are trying to adjust their buildings so that thedisabled may attend.One of the disability issues that concerns the Committee is the matterof the inclusion of those with mental impairments into the life of the localcongregations. Are they receiving baptism? Do they become communicantmembers if they attain a basic level of understanding? (Many disabledin this group are able to have a simple faith in Jesus and His death on thecross and His resunection.) As far as the Committee knows Synod has notpublished anything about this nor has it set guidelines for church membershipfor this group of the disabled. The Committee respectfully calls thismatter to Synod's attention.RecommendationsThe Committee recommends the establishment of an Advocate's Fund,under the umbrella of the Reformed Presbyterian Woman's Association,the monies from which would enable a person or persons, chosenby a committee appointed by the Board:1. To consult with the disabled and their families in assessing needs andplanning for short and long-term care.2. To help the disabled and their families assess all available governmentservices.3. To educate and encourage congregations in ways to assist the disabledand their families.4. To seek new ways to minister to the disabled among us.The Woman's Association has given its approval to this proposal.Copies of the book All God's Children by Joni Earickson Tada havebeen purchased by the Committee and they are to be given out to eachcongregation at this meeting of Synod. This book should be useful forpastors and other church leaders. We are also giving each congregation alist of suggestions for supporting your disabled members and their fami-

80 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THElies. This has been compiled by the Committee from various sources.We are working on the goal of preparing a newsletter for the disabledand their famiUes within the RPCNA.We hope that the disabled among us are finding the hearts andcompanionship of God's people accessible to them.Respectfully submitted,Vida Grace BrownFaith MartinBetty McBeeMary Lynn McCrackenShirley McMillanDr. Mary Louise RussellMuriel WachterBetty Weimer, chairpersonThe order of the day, the report of the Board of Corporators ofGeneva College was taken up. Item 1 was adopted. Item 2 wasreferred to the Nominating Committee. Item 3 was referred to theFinance Committee. Item 4 was adopted. In keeping with this item,John H. White addressed the court in behalf of Geneva College. Thereport as a whole was approved and is as follows with the report of theBoard of Trustees of Geneva College:REPORT OF THE BOARD OF CORPORATORSOF GENEVA COLLEGEThe Board of Corporators expresses its gratitude to God for Hisgracious provision, direction, and blessing on the Ufe and ministry ofGeneva CoUege.The Board has met twice since it last reportedto Synod. The first wasa special meeting on Febmary 1, 1993, and the second was the regularmeeting of the Board on July 10,1993, on the campus of Franklin College,Franklin, Indiana.A number of positions on the Board of Tmstees had been held openuntil such time as qualified persons could be found and interviewed. Asa resultof this process and God's evident provision the following personswere elected to the Board of Tmstees at the special meeting of theCorporators:Virginia H. Badger, Alumni, Class of 1995;

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 81Dr. Raymond V. Damadian, M.D., Class of 1996;Jeanne McKelvey, Class of 1994;William G. Thomas, Class of 1995.Dr. John H. White officially began his woik as President of GenevaCollege on August 1, 1992 and his inauguration was held on Friday,October 9,1992. Dr. White has thus occupied the office of President ofGeneva College for nearly one year. The Board is excited about what Godis doing at Geneva.One of the significant things that has transpired is the adoption of amission statement for Geneva. The mission statement may be found in theReport of the Geneva College Board of Tmstees.The past year has gone well with respectto the Chapel/Convocationissue. The Board received an encouraging report from Mr. Bradshaw Frey,Dean of Campus Ministry.Dr. Kenneth G. Smith and Dr. Wendell F. McBumey have givendistinguished service on the Board of Tmstees of Geneva over a numberof years and in various capacities. At its most recent meeting, theCorporators have granted to both the status of tmstee emeritus.Considerable attention and study has been given to the possibledevelopment of a law school at Geneva. Out of this has come the beginningof a Geneva Center for Law and Public Policy. Lynn Buzzard has alreadyaccepted the appointment as Director. Geneva is cunendy searching foran Associate Director. Work is also being done on the development offoundational concepts for the Geneva Law Center. Dr. White will bespeaking more about this to Synod.The Corporators have elected Keith Wing, representing the ReformedPresbyterian Church, to the Board of Tmstees in the Class of 1995.The Corporators have elected the following persons, representing theReformed Presbyterian Church, to the Board of Tmstees in the Class of1997: Robert Baumgartner, Gayle Copeland, John P. Edgar, Don Reed,and Christopher Wright.Walter Helsing, representing the Alumni Association, has been electedto the Tmstees in the Class of 1997.As nominated by the tmstees, Dennis Bakke was elected by theCorporators to the Board of Tmstees in the Class of 1997.Jean Stewart was elected to the Board of Corporators in the Class of1995.The following persons were elected to the Board of Corporators in theClass of 1997: Robert McKissick, Jerry O'Neill, and Nancy Vincze.The following persons were elected as officers of the Board of Corporators:Chairman, William Weir, Vice Chairman, Robert Baumgartner,Secretary, A. Wayne Duffield; and Treasurer, Doug Carson.

82 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERecommen dations1. That the report of the Board of Tmstees be received.2. That WUUam Joseph be elected by the Synod to the Board of Corporatorsin the Class of 1997.3. That in the light of the previous action of Synod on the recommendationof the Board of Tmstees of Synod, the Board of Corporators recommendsthat $50,000 or 50% (whichever is less) of the MacLaughlinTmst be given annually to Geneva College.4. That Dr. John H. White be heard by Synod on behalf of Geneva College.Respectfully submitted,A. Wayne DuffieldSecretaryREPORT OF THE GENEVA COLLEGE BOARDOF TRUSTEES TO THE BOARD OF CORPORATORSThe 1992-1993 year has been a year characterized by significantchanges at Geneva. A new President brings a new vision and new methodsfor advancing that vision. We rejoice in that vision and we continue to bein awe at the faithful blessing of God on the College, leading andencouraging in many areas. The following is a brief record of that faithfulblessing in Tmstee related activities for the past year.ACADEMIC RELATED ISSUESDr. Joseph McFarland retired from his position as Geneva's presidenton July 31, 1992. We are grateful for his years of service and manycontributions to growth at the College. Dr. John H. White officiallyassumed his office as President of Geneva College on August 1, 1992,although he began as acting president during July. His inauguration washeld on Friday, October 9,1992. One of his firstacts as president was tolead in the development of a mission statement for the College. It wasreviewed by all areas of the College community and adopted by the Board.We present it here:The Mission of Geneva College is to educate and minister to a diversecommunity of students for the purpose of developing servant-leaders,transforming society for the Kingdom of Christ. We accomplish thisthrough biblically-based programs and services marked by excellence andanchored by the historic, evangelical, and Reformed Christian faith. Thecurriculum is rooted in the liberal arts and sciences, vocationally focusedand delivered through traditional and innovative programs.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 83An expanded Strategic Planning Task Force developed six strategicthemes, with the goal of having these themes lead to planning whichwould, in tum, drive the budget process. To accomplish this, there is a newbudget time line, with a preliminary budget ready in May, but finalapproval coming in October.Administrative organizational changes have occurred. Dr. Jim Boelkinshas been named as Provost to assume new administrative responsibilitiesin addition to those he already had. Dr. White did not replace himself asAssociate Vice President for Religious Affairs; instead the office is nowknown as the Office of Campus and Community Ministry with Brad Freyas the director.The Board devoted considerable timeto the study and discussion of theproposed law school. A feasibility study was conducted by the Russ ReidCorporation and a special meeting held on March 19, 1993, to hear anddiscuss the results. The decision was made not to proceed with theestablishment of a law school at this time, but to keep the vision by askingPresident White to estabUsh a Geneva law center. As a step toward this,the Board, through Chairman Lamont, has appointed a Law and PublicPolicy Committee, chaired by Donald Reed, charged with the task ofdrawing up a "Foundational Concepts of Legal Education." The Board hasgranted approval to the appointment of Lynn Buzzard to assist thecommittee and the President in preparation of this document. He will beon campus for eight weeks this summer and a draft is to be ready for theOctober meeting of the Board.New faculty members in the 1992-1993 academic year included: Dr.Randall Nutter in Business, Dr. Frederick Neikirk in Political Science, Dr.Ron Moslener and Dr. Philip Van Bmggen in Psychology, Dr. JamesSchwartz in Education, and Dr. Terry Thomas in Biblical Studies and theDegree Completion Program.BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT RELATED ISSUESThe operating budget adopted for 1992-1993 showed general fundrevenues of $18,556,500 and general fund expenditures/transfers or$18,506,677.The Business Affairs Office faced several challenges during the pastyear. After the departure of Milton Scott as Vice President for BusinessAffairs in the summer, the work of that office was directed by Mrs. JoyceBreckenridge as Controller. Many charges have taken place in the office,and they, along with the sheer volume of work involved in managing thebusiness affairs, and the recommendation of a consultant, led to thedecision to begin a search for a Vice President for Business and Finance.The search committee, after reviewing about 50 applications, has recom-

84 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEmended the appointment of Dr. James McDonald. At the May meeting, theBoard voted to approve this appointment.The Board was able to authorize an average faculty salary increase of2.5%. Future salary adjustments will be linked to the fiscal year, beginningin June 1993.The Board also authorized the use of realized capital gain on unrestrictedendowment funds to fund capital improvements and new facUities.This year's amount of $195,000 will be distributed as foUows:$50,000 for electrical distribution system;$75,000 for academic computing;$70,000 for dormitory furniture.The summer camps and conference program involved about 2,000people during 1992 with an expanded program expanded for 1993.Proceeds from the 1992 program were used to fund the air-conditioning ofOld Main Chapel.The values of the college property and endowment fund are:1991 1992(Audit of 5/31/911 (Audit of 5/31/92)Land $1,619,029 $1,619,029Buildings & Improvements* 5,725,328 5,944,516Equipment & Furnishings* 1.169.158 1.561.226$8,513,515 $9,124,771Market Value of Endowment $17,186,668 $16,904,548Size of campus (113 acres) (113 acres)*At cost less accumulated depreciationSTUDENT-RELATED ISSUESDay school enrollment of 1,098 in 1992-1993 (the highest since 1983)was encouraging especially because of a 25%-33% decUne in the numberof Pennsylvania and Beaver County high school graduates during thatsame 10-year period. A total enrollment of 1,642 includes main campusand the Degree Completion Program as well as off-campus programs. 250minority students are included in that number.Tmstee scholarships were awarded this year to the foUowing students:Phil Breeding, Sarah Brown, Matt Gatchell, Steven Mattocks, DorisStrouse, Marjorie Tobias, and Holly Woleslagle.Of special interest to students is the action of the Board to endorse thebonowing of a sum through the Pennsylvania Higher Educational Facili-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 85ties Authority to fund the renovation of Alexander Dining Hall. Workbegin during the summer of 1993.Charges for resident students in the 1993-1994 school year have beenset at $13,030, a 7.3% increase over '92-'93 charges. The Board continuesto express its concern about the escalating charges particularly in comparisonto the CPI.The 1993 Commencement exercises were held on Saturday, May 8, inReeves Stadium with the commencement address being delivered by Mrs.Kay Cole James, formerly with the Bush Administration. Baccalaureateservices were held on Friday evening, May 7, with Dr. James D. Carsonbeing the speaker. 482 degrees were awarded. Of these 482,175 were fromthe Degree Completion Program and 30 from CUTS. 458 receivedbachelor's degrees, 14 received associate degrees, and 11 received the MAin professional psychology. In addition the following honorary degreewas confened:Kay Cole James—Doctor of Public ServiceOf special note is that, for the first time, CUTS will hold its owncommencement exercises in Philadelphia on June 12,1993.BOARD-RELATED ISSUESBoard officers for 1992-1993 have been Joseph Lamont, Chairman,Donald Reed, Vice-Chairman, and Joyce Lynn, Secretary. Meetings of theBoard were held on October 9, 1992, January 28 and 29, 1993, March19,1993, and May 6 and 7,1993. New tmstees joining the Board in 1993were Virginia Badger, Raymond Damadian, Jeanne McKelvy, and WilliamThomas. New officers for the coming year, to take effect in October,1993, and subject to trustee appointments, are:President—Joseph LamontVice President—Bmce StewartSecretary—Joyce LynnThe terms of the following tmstees expire this year and their successorsshould be chosen:Representing the Church: Robert Baumgartner, Gayle Copeland,WendeU McBumey, Donald Reed, Kenneth Smith (retiring), and ChristopherWright. In addition, the unexpired terms of Don McBumey (Class of1994) needs to be filled due to his appointment to a position at Geneva.Representing the Alumni: Walter HelsingTmstee nominated: Dennis BakkeThe Board has adopted a new meeting stmcture at least on a trial basis.In order to allow more time for deliberation, both the January and Maymeetings began on the Thursday evening before the regular meeting andcontinued the next day with a somewhat earlier adjournment time.

8(5 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEA committee to consider the future relationship between the ReformedPresbyterian Theological Seminary and Geneva CoUege has noted apreference for an affiliation agreement rather than a formal merger. TheBoard requests the Synod of 1993 to set aside forty minutes to discuss thepossibility of such an affiliation agreement as a committee of the wholewith the assurance that a specific recommendation, if desired, would bemade no sooner than June 1994.John Tweed has been appointed to represent the College beforeSynod's Finance Committee. The request from Synod is for our appropriateshare of its Mission and Ministry budget and for $50,000 from the CecilMcLaughlin TmstIn connection with your request to the Synod we would respectfullyrequest that Dr. Jack White be granted the opportunity to address the Synodon behalf of Geneva College.Respectfully submittedJoseph Lamont, ChairmanJoyce Lynn, SecretaryThe Nominating Committee presented a preliminary report. Nominationswere received from the floor.The report of the Graduate Study Fund was taken up. Items 1-4were referred to the Committee on Finance. The report as a whole wasapproved and is as follows:GRADUATE STUDY FUNDThe first is for Dean R. Smith in his continuing program for a Doctorof Ministry degree through Reformed Theological Seminary; his requestis for $2,000 for 1994. The second is for Dennis J. Pmtow in his continuingprogram at the same institution. His request is for $4,000 for 1994. BmceHemphill is continuing his work at Westminster Seminary. All three arecommended to Synod for approval in the amounts indicated in therecommendation s.The maximum amounts of money available annually through theGraduate Study Committee, with approval by Synod, were set in 1989 asfollows:With Session support: up to $1,000 per yearWith Presbytery support: up to $2,000 per yearWith Synod support: as determined by the Synod.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 87On the one hand, the Committee recognizes the financial burdensfacing the denomination. Funds paid out for these educational pursuitshave come from the "Miscellaneous Fund." On the other hand theCommittee is aware that educational costs have been rising rapidly. Thefunds from this source were never intended to pay total costs; neverthelessthe Committee is recommending that there be a modest increase in themaximum amounts for those persons approved either by a session or bytheir presbytery. The new proposed schedule would be as foUows:With Session support: up to $1,250 per yearWith Presbytery support: up to $2,500 per year.Recommen dations1. That Synod approve the new schedule of maximum payments beginningin January 1994 as follows:With Session support: up to $1,000 per yearWith Presbytery support: up to $2,000 per yearWith Synod support: as determined by the Synod.2. That Synod approve the request of Dean R. Smith for $2,000 for thecalendar year 1994.3. That Synod approve the request of Dennis J. Pmtow for $2,500 for thecalendar year 1994. (This amount would be reduced to $2,000 ifRecommendation 1 fails.)4. That Synod approve the request of Bmce HemphiU for $ 1,000 for thecalendar year 1994.Respectfully submitted,James D. Carson, ChairmanDavid W. LongBrace C. StewartJohn H. WhiteThe report of the National Reform Association was taken up andreceived and appears in the Appendix to the Minutes. ChristianAdjemian addressed the court to tell of the influence of the NRA inCanada.Synod took a fifteen-minute recess at 2:45 p.m.Bruce Backensto addressed the court to tell of the work of theeastern chapter of the National Reform Association.The report of the Committee to Resolve the Impasse on OrdinationQuery #8 was taken up. The amendment to item 2 which was on thefloor at the morning break was lost. Items 2 and 3 were laid on thetable to take up a substitute:

88 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEThe time for the afternoon session was extended ten minutesThe previous question was moved and adopted. The substitutemotion was divided into three parts. The time was extended tocomplete the vote on the substitute motion. Parts 1 and 2 were lost andpart 3 was adopted.Robert McFarland led in prayer as Synod recessed at 4:25 p.m.WEDNESDAY, JULY 14,1993,7:00 P.M.Synod reconvened, being led in prayer by Jim McMahon.The roll was passed.The minutes of the afternoon meeting were read, corrected andapproved.Dave Long directed the Synod in the activity of praising God andseeking His mercy in confession of sin and in intercession for the outpouringof His Spirit for the health, growth and multiplication of ourcongregations and people.Synod arose from this prayer time, refreshed by God's Spirit andadjourned at 9:05 p.m., being led in prayer of adjournment byKenneth Smith.THURSDAY, JULY 15,1993,8:30 P.M.Synod met pursuant to adjournment in the Franklin Room of tEly Lilly Campus Center on the campus of Franklin College, Franklin,Indiana, on Thursday, July 15,1993, at 8:30 a.m.Ed Blackwood led in the singing of Psalm 65A and Ray McCrackenled in prayer constituting the court.The roll was passed.Willard McMillan led Synod in the worship of God. Synod sangPsalm 143C and was led in prayer. Mr. McMillan read John 13:1-17and preached God's Word on the theme, "Serve One Another." Theservice of worship was concluded with the singing of Psalm 123.William Edgar led in prayer thanking God for the safe arrival inthe United States of Kathy Stegall and her children, Elizabeth andAbraham.The minutes were read and approved as read.The report of the Board of Education and Publication was takenup. Item 1 was adopted. In keeping with this item, James Penningtonand Drew Gordon addressed the court. Items 2-4 were referred to the

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 89Nominating Committee. Item 5 was amended and adopted as amended.Item 6 was referred to the Finance Committee. In reference to therequest of the Board for forgiveness for negligence in regard to someof the teachings in seminars at the 1992 Carleton Conference "not inkeeping with the doctrines and testimony of the church," it wasmoved, seconded and carried that the Synod express its appreciationof the E&P Board's study of this matter and grant full forgiveness forany negligence. The report as a whole was approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATIONAND PUBLICATIONThe past year has been a year of transition for the work of this boardFollowing our decision in 1992 to significandy reduce staff because ofbudgetary constraints, we have spent time in the subsequent monthsimplementing that decision. We have developed new job descriptions,replaced and reorganized the work of our one part-time secretary andcombined the position of Publications Director and Managing Editor. Asof last month we only have a quarter-time coordinator of Youth Ministries.The full impact of these staff cuts is only now beginning to be realized.How this will affect the ministries and efficiency of the office will be morefully known in the months ahead. Over the last several years, we have cutour total expenditures, sold investments, and utilized alternative fundingsources to adjust to a $50,000 decrease in annual grants from RPM&M.We continue to be pleased with the feedback we have received on TheCovenanter Witness. We have tackled some controversial issues in the lastseveral months: women's role (Synod issue), psychology, birth control,and the pastor-congregation relationship in our denomination. We have atall times tried to stay in line with and promote the doctrine of the RPCNA.We are especially thankful to God for the growth of Crown andCovenant Publications during the past year. In 1992 we eclipsed ourprevious sales record by $20,000. Sales were up by 77 percent over theprevious year. The tremendous increase was due partially to a Psalter Saleand the International Conference. But mostly we can point to the increasedattention we are giving to promotions, aided especially by our new catalogand catalog update. The primary strength we have found is our Psalmmaterials. Disseminating the Book of Psalms for Singing is an importantministry that has had fruitful results in the lives it has touched. This is oftenthe firstthing that attracts non-RPs to our products. Psalm tapes and CDsare also attractive outside our own denomination. The new children'sPsalm tape has been especially popular.

90 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEWe are also continuing to work on a number of other publicationprojects. A revised edition of Michael Bushell's book, Songs of Zion iswell underway. An RP Ministers Book is in the layout stage. There is a newPsalm tape which was recorded at Carleton in production. A new, trimmerbinder for the Constitution is available here at Synod. Other projectsinclude, Why We Sing Psalms (French language), new editions of TheCovenant Home Training Guide and Studies of John Leader's Guide. Alsobeing reprinted this year are Unto Every Good Work, Come Join With Us,Scottish Covenanters, and Understanding Biblical Doctrine.One interesting development that we are pursuing is a cooperativeproject with the Presbyterian Church in America to produce a words-onlyedition of The Book of Psalms for Singing, with one selection from eachpsalm. This type of product would be useful to the PCA, and, we think, tomany other non-RP churches.We continue to be thankful for the opportunity to minister to the youthof our denomination. Plans for LTP '94 are moving ahead. Dates are July1-5 and the location is Geneva College. This Leadership Training Program(Youth Conference) is a cooperative project with Geneva College.Another joint project with Geneva College last year was conducting asurvey of RPCNA congregations. The purpose was two fold. First, wewanted to build a database of RP youth entering grades seven throughtwelve. Second, we attempted to measure in a very limited fashion thepastors' perceptions of Geneva College and the Board of Education andPublication. We found the results of this effort to be successful and helpfulfor the work of our board. Results of the questionnaire are available fromJim Pennington.As of yet there has been no response from clerks of presbyteries to arequest for a list of presbyteiy and congregational youth leaders to beincluded in the RPCNA Directory section of the Minutes of Synod. Wewould again request that clerks provide such a list as soon as possible toCoordinator of Youth Ministries.As the Board has discussed the denomination's International Conference,we wish to report to Synod in two areas. First, as we evaluated lastyear's conference, we recognize that some of the teachings presented atseminars at the 1992 International conference were not in keeping with thedoctrines and testimony of the church. We acknowledge the Board'sresponsibility in allowing this to happen, and ask the Synod's forgivenessfor this negligence on our part. We realize that this has led to some conflictsand distresses in the church. We are attempting to address this issuethrough a statement of principles and guidelines for future RPCNAconferences, and will report to the Synod in 1994.Second, as we have been planning for the 1996 International Confer-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 91ence, it is clear to us that returningto Carleton College is not a viableoption. Since they have undergone significant staff changes at the coUege,their cooperation, pricing and service have all made that location less thandesirable. Therefore, we have undergone a search for a new location. Wehave surveyed colleges and universities from Colorado eastward. Aftermuch correspondence and several campus trips we have determined thatthe 1996 Intemational Conference wiU be held at Calvin College, GrandRapids, Michigan, from July 26 to August 1 or 2, 1996. We are excitedabout both the facilities and the relationships at Calvin CoUege. We havegreat confidence that this location will make for an excellent InternationalConference.Furthermore, it is the belief of this board that the business of Synod andthe value of the conference would be gready enhanced if these two eventswere held at separate times. We are recommending that to Synod. Weknow that this wUl have an impact on travel expenses for many who attendthe conference as delegates to Synod. We would therefore encouragecongregations to make plans to help defray the costs of pastors, elders andother attending the conference.A final note about the conference has to do with the ConferenceProgram Coordinator, presently filled by the Director of Youth Ministries.The Board recognizes its responsibility to appoint someone to this positionin order to facUitate continuity in coordinating plans for the 1996 Conference.Please be in prayer with and for us as we seek to fulfill thisresponsibiUty in behalf of the denomination.Finally, we want to say again to Synod how grateful we are for theexceUent team God has given us to do the work of Education, Publicationand Youth ministries. Jim's work as Director was outstanding. Hiswisdom and leadership in the office will be gready missed. We beUeve heis the right man to carry on the work as Coordinator of Youth Ministries,and therefore, are asking Synod to elect him to this quarter-time position.We have much confidence in Drew and Lynne and look forward to theongoing work of the Board under their leadership. This is the year for themto be elected for another three-year term. We wholeheartedly recommendthis, reminding Synod that they are two people hired for one position.Please pray for them as they deal with an expanding ministry and a reducedstaff.Recommendations1. That Synod hear from Jim Pennington for 10 minutes and Drew andLynne Gordon for 10 minutes.2. That the nominating committee consider the foUowing three people for

92 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEelection to the E&P Board: Andy McCracken, David Willson, andErma Pmtow.3. That Synod elect Drew and Lynne Gordon as Director of Publicationsand Managing Editors for a three-year term beginning in 1994.4. That Synod elect Jim Pennington to the quarter-time position asCoordinator of Youth Ministries beginning July 1, 1993 throughDecember 31, 1994. (three-year terms to begin in 1995)5. That Synod not be held during the international conference of 1996 andthat this matter be refened to the Business of Synod Committee to bringback a report to the 1994 Synod.6. That Synod grant $83,000 to E&P from RPM&M.The elections were held to fill the vacancies on boards and committees.The ballots were distributed, Tim McCracken led in prayer forthe elections and the members of Synod marked their ballots.Synod took a 15-minute break at 10:35.Synod took up its work again singing Psalm 93A.Frank Walker, Pastor of the RCUS congregation in Napoleon,Ohio, brought fraternal greetings from the Reformed Church in theUnited States.The following announcements were made by the InterchurchCommittee:Several concerns have been expressed about the Christian ReformedChurch and some actions of their recent Synod. Instead of bringing in aspecial resolution I am informing the Court that the Interchurch Committeewill communicate with the Synod of the Christian Reformed Churchabout appropriate matters and report on that to the Reformed PresbyterianSynod of 1994.We will also be writing to the Presbyterian Church America to expressour praise to God for the excellent report received by its 1993 GeneralAssembly on Psalm-singing in worship. We will assure them that our bondof unity with them has been strengthened by this action and that we lookforward to working with them on a words-only edition of the Book ofPsalms For Singing.The following special resolution was introduced by more than a twothirdsvote and refened to the Interchurch Committee:That each fraternaldelegate to the RPC Synod be presented by theInterchurch Committee a copy of The Book of Psalms for Singing, at thetime these fratemal delegates address the Synod; the costs of these Psaltersto be paid by the Synod's Treasurer, out of the receipts from Synod'sannual offering which is taken to help defray the expenses of Synod.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 93The following special resolution was introduced by more than atwo-thirds vote and referred to the Business of Synod Committee:That Synod establish a permanent committee to consist of six (6)members with two members being elected each year to serve terms of threeyears, to be gathering and/or composing tunes for use by1. the Psalm Translation Committee,2. local congregations, and,3. for the creation of more Psalter Supplements.The report of the Temperance Committee was taken up, approvedand is as follows:REPORT OF THE TEMPERANCE COMMITTEEThis was an interesting year for the Temperance Committee. 500newsletters and 250 booklets were mailed to pastors, clerks of sessions,Sabbath school superintendents, or Christian education directors. The"Temperance Tempo" newsletter included articles about temperanceactivities in the public schools, reasons why our church should maintain atestimony in this area, some facts about the consequences of alcohol abuseand use, and an offer of help to any straggling with drag use or addiction.The booklet (Dear Elder, An Open Letter on Alcohol and Abstinence)contained many reasons (biblical, biological, societal) why some feel thatthe church should maintain/go back to a strong stand against beveragealcohol use. While conespondence from the recipients of this booklet wasnot a primary goal, letters and phone calls received from elders werehelpful. The vast majority of responses were positive regarding both thevisual quality and the content of the mailings.Our work this year and some of the responses to it have raised seriousquestions that will affect the future of this committee.1. Since the secular western culture is growing increasingly aware ofthe dangers of drag abuse, and is revealing that awareness throughsomewhat effective educational efforts (the Surgeon General just gave areport card "D" on the drag education effort directed toward youth), whatis the justification for having a tiny, modestly funded, RP TemperanceCommittee that can only hope to duplicate efforts of groups like MADD,SADD, PAL, PANDAA, etc.? EUminating this committee could saveSynod from $ 100 to $500 per year, not to mention one page in the Docketand 15 minutes at Synod meetings. "Temperance Tempo" Issue 1 aimed

94 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEto show that promoting temperance for the right reason (the MediatoriaKingship of Jesus Christ over the bodies of all human beings) is aworthwhile and unique contribution we can and should make in this area.2. What is the purpose of Synod' s Temperance Committee? What toolsare available to this committee? Must those of us Uving "the SeparatedLife" avoid all the findings of science, medicine, and personal tragedies aswe seek to advise the church? Are the Greek and Hebrew manuscripts theonly resources we are permitted to use? Furthermore, are we to lead orfollow the church in temperance considerations? Without a clear statementof purpose formulated by Synod, members of this committee are bound todisappoint many. We await your directions.3. What is this church' s position on drug and alcohol use and abuse? Weurge Synod to develop a clear statement, from which this committee mayformulate a charter with goals and objectives. We were shocked to leamthat some elders felt our January mailing contained teachings contrary tothe doctrine of the R.P. Church! The Dear Elder booklet contained strong"total abstinence" arguments regarding beverage alcohol, but the authorbelieved he was bolstering church doctrine, not contradicting it. As adeacon and licentiate, he is under abstinence vows; if anything, the bookletwas an attempt to justify cunent church practice.The author's copy of the RP Testimony, Section 26 declares that "it isaltogether wise and proper that Christians refrain from the use, sale, andmanufacture of alcoholic beverages." To him, that seemed to be a strongabstinence statement. If this is not the intent or understanding of Synod,please clarify. If to refrain is wise and proper, but not to refrain is also wiseand proper (similar to the decision to attend a baseball game tonight or not. . . both could be wise and proper), then this meaningless sentence inSection 26 should be struck from church law and order. Our everreformingchurch must be above political language of appeasement;instead, let our yes be yes and our no be no.Recommendation1. That printing, mailing, and phone expenses be paid from the SynodMiscellaneous Fund.Respectfully submitted in serviceto the God of our souls and bodies,John M. McFarlandThe report of the Committee on Finance was taken up. Item 1 wasreferred to the Nominating Committee. Marcia Siebring was extendeda rising vote of thanks for her service on the Committee onFinance. Items 2-18 were adopted. The report as a whole was ap-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 95proved and is as follows with the Financial Statements for the Yearsended December 31,1991 and 1992:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCEThe Committee on Finance has met five times during the 1993 Synodand has endeavored to respond to aU matters which have been referred toit. Deacon delegates from fivepresbyteries have assisted in the work of theCommittee, and we have appreciated the valuable counsel which they haveprovided. We again ask that deacon delegates be selected well in advanceof the 1994 Synod, and that their names be forwarded to both the Clerk ofSynod and the Chairman of the Committee on Finance. We appreciate theunderstanding and encouragement given to us by the RPM&M participantsand the prayerful support of the members of Synod.Recommendations1. That since the terms of Marcia Siebring and Jay Worsham expire at thismeeting of Synod, and that since Marcia Siebring is not eligible for reelection,that the following persons be nominated for the Committee onFinance: Jay Worsham, William Roberts and Douglas Comin.2. That the Financial Statements for the Years ended December 31,1992and 1991, and the Independent Accountant's Audit Report as preparedby Swartz, Izenson & Associates P. C. be accepted as distributed andprinted in the Minutes of Synod.3. That the 1993 Financial Reports of Synod's Boards and Committees asdistributed be received for information.4. That the Financial Statements for Pension Plan B for the Years endedDecember 31,1992 and 1991, and the Independent Accountant's AuditReport as prepared by Swartz, Izenson & Associates P. C. be receivedfor information.5. That the financialreport of the UnaUocated Denominational Office bereceived and the 1994 budget be adopted. (See page 948 of the 1993Financial Reports of Synod's Boards and Committees.)6. That Synod set the congregational assessment for Synod's Travel Fundat $8 per communicant member for 1994 based on membership as ofDecember 31, 1993, as reported to the Stated Clerk.7. That Synod approve the new Graduate Study Fund schedule of maximumpayments beginning in January 1994 which is as follows:With Session support: up to $1,250 per yearWith Presbyteiy support: up to $2,500 per yearWith Synod support: as determined by the Synod

96 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THE8. That Synod approve the request from the Graduate Study Fund Commtee to grant forgivable loans totaling $5,500 from the MisceUaneousFund during 1994.9. That Synod set the minimum contribution rate at $1,600 for theemployer of each participant in Pension Plan B for 1994.10. That Synod set the congregational assessment for the Pension FundCurrent Account at $16 per communicant member for 1994 based onmembership as of December 31,1993, as reportedto the Stated Clerk.11. That $50,000 from the Unrestricted Undesignated Funds be granted tothe Pension Tmstees for the funding of Pension Plan A.Explanation:We are recommending a new approach to funding the Pension Programs.A study prepared for the Pension Trustees in 1992 indicated thata contribution of approximately $50,000 per year for 15 years to Plan Awould maintain the current payments to Plan A participants.Thefundingfor the Pension Programs would come from four sources:1. Employer Contributions to Plan B.2. Congregational assessment.3. Unrestricted Undesignated Funds.4. Gifts designatedfor additional benefits for Plan A participants (Seethe Report of the Pension Trustees page 251).This approach will give the Pension Programs a more stable source offunding.12. That $50,000 from the Unrestricted Undesignated Funds be granteGeneva College in 1994.13. That Synod approve distribution of up to $310,000 from RPM&M in1994 (all of which must come from contributed funds) as follows:AGENCIES REQUESTED RPM&M PERCENTAGEEducation & Publication $ 85,000 $80,000Foreign Mission Board 67,000 50,000Geneva College 20,000 5,000*(Plus $50,000 from MacLaughlin trust income, see #12)Home Mission Board 85,000 65,000Pension Tmstees 45,000 0*(Plus $50,000 from MacLaughlin trust income, see #11)25.8%16.1%1.6%21.0%0%Seminary 90,000 80,00025.8%Woman's Association 20,000 5,0001.6%Miscellaneous Fund 30,000 25,0008.1%TOTALS $402,000 $310,000 100%

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 9714. That any contributions to RPM&M over the budgeted $310,000 beallocated proportionately based on the above percentages.15. That any funds received from the MacLaughlin Tmst in excess of the$ 100,000 be aUocated evenly between Geneva CoUege and the Woman' sAssociation.16. That based upon Synod's action in 1991 instructing Synod's Board ofTmstees to disburse to each of its agencies only the amount that hasbeen contributed to RPM&M during the year and the amount approvedby Synod from its Unrestricted Undesignated Funds, that the requestfor $23,624 from the Pension Trustees and the request for $89,912from the Seminary be denied.17. That congregations be reminded to pay expenses of both mling andteaching elder delegates to Synod. These expenses are church businessexpenses and should be considered in congregational budgeting.18. That following the adoption of this report, Synod risefor prayer forcontinued financialblessing, as led by Jay Worsham.Respectfully submitted,Keith Magill,Keith Black, AllegheniesJohn MortonLarry Gladfelter, AdanticJay WorshamJames Bright, Great Lakes-GulfHector Pino, absentFran Hindman, MidwestMarcia SiebringRenwick Russell, St. LawrencePaul Finley, Chairman115 Townsend StreetWalton, NY 13856

98 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THESWARTZ, IZENSON «T ASSOCIATES, r.c.LI Numbers 87 d and J&ert**-^, 88 has not been determinedand auoh disclosures have not been made. Additionally, pension benefits in­f *••curred Pittsburgh, under Pennsylvaniapension Plan "A" have been charged to expense when paid rather thandetermining Hay 12, 1993 pension expense using an acceptable actuarial cost method. We believethat omission of the disolosure of the foregoing information and failure to determinepension expense using accepted actuarial cost methods are departures from generallyaccepted accounting principles.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 99SWARTZ. IZENSON S ASSWIATES, r,lnrt«qoftl»S>adofth»faadCrwbrtiriM Chnch of terth *»rlc«HJ/JSLSEPftlffMW5--OTMW wran tpcrowunittwctmcie) mbuimn mmm m.KlfflHB ISIMC1B MB QBffSI UOBS otrowi ye«SitT5cakodiMNtmu K 11,474) o 029*7 • 47*7 »hcsuati ad nta rocoivilo 66,392Catiitatioa nctinbli 32*7tecnad laootaot Inn roetlublo 9,3)4 250htwti iKtlvtbli 31,511M«md itudm iU rocolviblo04,410,271-50,297*11.U3.330•o,m*-11*6,440-U.72S•- -MM66,312 32*7105*271*1|M *fItlloaic*HI *S,5M). . . 124*3for mralltctlbl*Iwootorla121,373• »,Wkilldiig low roaiublo- - - snju00*9164,572 •144,572Pronrtr ad wlptut • at581.U3 50*4• 50,046Othar aatam i 37*4) 41*4,494 0 47,937 < 144,572 14,477,546 11.43)*) 11*5,140 19*5,2%IWlinB.ltFmPHSHlCTHI1Mb PUntlt ud occruod utum 0 50,000 » 59*5 I - t - t 14,4% I 114,055 I 37,033 t 200,075fwlMCMUlktioawibU 21,640 - 21X0hy*lo to daaintioo-roliUdoronintioa . . . . . vix l)7W>JU 2*1*StMcclotraUloUl Uobllitia50,000-013 • • 14,492 310,177l,M1,05,140I I2,373,364Ooftrrod ratrlctod aouti• 47,137--1.240*21,2»*9Fud btluui (dofklU):UmarietW:DaioatodUodaioaUdMiictidItUlhUlitluca(diflcltil( 07,474)( 07,474)1,725,1501,725,150-144,572144,5724,441,0744,441,074-• -1*9,731( 17,4744,461,0766,263,133M K 37*4) 41,006,404 0 47,937 0 164,572 0 4,477,541 01*1*9 01*5*9 99*S,2941h ticawrng ata no a iotwul port if Ui fliucul otitanti.

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REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 101SUPPORT ON) KVQUEr. c. >. t n.OUar oontribuUoatOOMtlIwatmt iaccaeSola if pvbUuUots. otc.Initio*, foa ud asesntttiNot gtii M lMstwnt tronuctloaUntil IkcmOther itemWLTriatWO of tho Synod of tho Roforad PreabYtwUi church of Worth atriaSMIPff ff WWII W REVPtf, EXP930SES. MfflM. H0D1TM6. W OWHS 111 Fl» MUHBFcftl»leirEntMl»cal»r3t.l9WEXPEHXB LERM5--W tMTWUKSTRICUDmmni KSIfNWfP USTIIKTID0 -124,744115,013---239,767t 290,4%162,59526,022340*979,969246,03117,07441*0142,6231 29,00023,5677,963- 274-8,7161,348,166 69,510PHrarcMECuimonFW0 ----..--•BGTOOttfwaumFIN)0 ----..--row.FUtt0 290,436191,695176,323463,19579,969246,03817,34841*0161,3391,657,462Silvia ind ugooPtmioaPTMbrUry tidKiitUuict ud wliatattatFviitwi ud wilpwntFublicitio* lid booteTrmlFieldlUlitiaHosjitiliatioiSocial aairiirI murine*Property turnOther hurd expensesGrutiKiwllmtaaDepreeiitiHI0I4L60,661-7,706974- 1576,101-1,1244,1704*11,774- -50.00025,706Eicea (Ooficioicy) of Support ud tevoiue OverEtpeaes Before CipiUl ftdditiov,Etc.mpim. mumHWOTIS Not giii m 8EMBIFWIS inwtnHt triaictionContributionFra mdulonted for duiouttd Ktivitia ( 129,371)Froa wrertricted ud uidesljuted for eoiipieitud buildia mviiitioMFra ratricted ud ndonHit to wretrictiddnipnUd529,063239,283160,12520,20311.6132,20159,53972,16082,45331,72546,32212,71628,16611*916,01114,412147,669 5,456165,013 1,485,460 5,466129,371( 14,102)26,04424,04474,744 ( 137,276) 64,066 ( 26,044)14,10286,824 ( 46,609)1*8,341 29,491 176,514Find Fund tallica 8iluc« (OtflciU) (OtficiU) it End MmIk of Tur if far K ( 67,474) 32*7) 01,726,159 I 47,917 t 164,6721111 .»»•»•• "" '|Mf — I f *""Ik eccdopuylnj iota ire u iitegul part of the fiaaiil ititamU.69,023( 43*5)4,435*8589,714219*3160,12627,90912,5672*169,69678*162,45332,64952,49217,36729,94011,41916,01164412178*926*41*1,97269,0236*4*7I 4,441,076 0 6,311*8

102 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THESIWORT»KVD«R. P. h. t ».Other CNtrlbutioaftyirotttiIwattiK iicaeSila «f publicitiai. etc.Initio*, fen ud WMBtntiNet ah u iwatait triaictionMil iicoaOther UecuWLWSkStloia nd agnPealoaPrabrtery lidaltUuKe ud euppllaPat**FurolUire ud ewlpentfubllcitloa ul boobTrialFieldUtil it inHaplUllutlMSociil aorrltylauructProperty tuuOther beard etptNMGrutsMicilUaoiaOtprKiitlNTOW.Truslas of the Snod of the Refoned PrMbrterlu Chireh of North AmtIciSTMDENT KSTRICTED0 -145,672108,130--•263,00257,780-7,2581*2- 1567*3-1*85,4264,4201.636-50,00021,962-158.4900 286,629110,789102,081333,47756,086219,03523,46736*1115*11*4*4626*3206,449121,77521,9039,7191,08761,61150,960100,63234,45943,02312,74629*711,30616,53420,000124,862-1*1,9750 --7*4-•1,624- -9*8-- --•--- •- --8*26,272PROPERTYMWHmHNEXPODMtlEU0KM0 0 ---- -•---- --------------30,59930,59696,312 ( 107,109) 1,016 ( 30.698)WITAOTITMSNh all a iwattnt truuctioaCMtrtbutloaiwrOTKjEiitafwsFra wdaigated for dnlgutid ictivltin ( 112,813) 112*3Fra unrestricted ud uidaigated for eaiipmtud building Kwleltloa( 2,564)2,564Fra restricted ud eriowelt te wratricted41,500dnlatted( 16,346) 1,613,701 28,476 204,646FudFindBiUkmBilucu(Deficits)(Deficits) itItBeolaitjEld of Yetrof Yen0( 32*7) 01,456*1 0 29,491 0 176,514Iti iccanwilt nta ire u lfegril put of the ftuaiil stitaoits.385*4( 41,600)4*1,494« 4,436,248TOT*M§0 285*9110.78)247,753449*156,006219,03525,09110,801115*11,547,956564,343204*9121,77529,1619,9411,00761,46750,103100*135*746*017,14630,75311,30516,63170,000155,13430,5401*9,315

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 103SWARTC. IZENSON 9 ASSOCIATES,r.Trustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNOTE 1 - SUMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESGeneral - The financial statements of the Trustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North America (the "Trustees"), a non-profitcorporation organized in Pennsylvania, have been prepared on the accrualbasis of accounting.Basis of Presentation - The Synod is the highest court in the denominationknown as the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. The Trusteeshold title to property and are responsible to the Synod for managing andreporting on the financial condition of the denomination. The financialactivities are accomplished through various boards and committees of theSynod. Congregations and domestic and foreign missions are sanctioned bythe Synod through such boards and six regional Presbyteries. The accompanyingfinancial statements include the assets, liabilities, fund balancesand financial activities of the Trustees and of the Synod's various boardsand committees.Although sanctioned by the Synod, congregations and mission churches (domesticand foreign) of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America do nothave financial accountability to the Trustees. Accordingly, the assets,liabilities, fund balances and financial activities of such organizationsare not Included in the accompanying financial statements, although theTrustees hold title to certain assets of active and Inactive domesticmissions and congregations and ln foreign mission fields. Periodically,certain of these assets, to which the Trustees hold title, are sold. Proceedsfrom the sale of such assets are recorded at the time of disposition.Further, funds disbursed ln support of domestic and foreign mission fieldsare charged to expense in the accompanying financial statements.Funds - The accounts of the Tmstees are classified for accounting purposesinto funds, established according to their nature and purpose. These accounts(or individual funds) have been grouped in the accompanying financialstatements in accordance with certain characteristics as explainedbelow.Expendable funds - operating, consisting of the following:Undesignated funds, representing expendable unrestricted funds which areavailable, at the discretion of the Synod, for support of any operations,functions or other matters.Designated funds, representing expendable unrestricted funds which havebeen designated by the Synod, through the establishment of various boards,for investment in and support of a particular purpose or program. Revenue:earned from investment of such funds also are designated for use.Restricted funds which have been designated by donors, grantors or otheroutside parties for support of particular purposes.

104 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THESWARTC, IZENSON » ASSOCIATES, rTrustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)Property and equipment fund, representing the carrying value of real estate,fixtures and equipment, substantially all of which are designated by theSynod for use as a theological seminary.Nonexpendable funds, consisting of the following:Endowment funds (including term endowments) that are subject to restrictionsof gift instruments or of other means of conveyance requiring inperpetuity, or until the occurrence of some remote event, that the principalbe invested and only the income used.Annuity and life income funds that are subject to agreements whereby assetsare made available to the Trustees on tbe condition that the Tmstees bebound to pay to the donor or other designated person or organization astipulated amount or the income earned on fund assets for a period of timespecified in the agreements. The balances in such funds are reported asdeferred restricted amounts and any excesses of income over required disbursementsare generally reported as unrestricted income. Under the ternsof certain agreements, denomination-related organizations have directedthe Trustees to reinvest income earned on fund assets to which they areotherwise entitled to receive. The total amount of such income reinvestedis reported as payable to denomination-related organizations.Custodian funds represent funds received by the Trustees from congregations,Presbyteries, and other denomination-related organizations whichare Invested for the benefit of, and are returnable upon request to, suchsources. Such funds are reported as either payable to denominationrelatedorganizations or as revocable trusts.Expendable Operating Restricted Resources - Operating funds which havebeen restricted by the donor, grantor or other outside party for particularoperating purposes are deemed to be earned and reported as revenues of expendableoperating restricted funds to the extent the Trustees have incurredexpenditures in compliance with the specific restrictions. Amounts receivedbut not yet earned are reported as deferred restricted amounts.Property and Equipment - Land, buildings and improvements, and furniture,fixtures and equipment are carried at cost or estimated fair value at thedate of gift. Proceeds from the sale of fixed assets are transferred toexpendable operating unrestricted funds. Depreciation is provided over theestimated useful lives of the respective assets on a straight-line basis.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 105SWARTC, IZENSON 9 ASSOCIATES, ti.Trustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 1 - SUfflART OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)Cash and Investments - The cash and investment amounts for all funds of theTrustees are commingled and are allocated for financial reporting purposesbased on assets (other than cash and investments), liabilities and fundbalance. Investments are recorded at the lover of cost (or fair marketvalue at the date of gift) or market. Net realized gain or loss on thedisposition of investments is the difference between the proceeds receivedand the average cost of investments sold.Substantially all investments are pooled and allocation of income (ordinarilyincome and gains and losses upon sale or other disposition of investments) tcthe various funds is accomplished using the market value unit method. Substantiallyall ordinary income from investments of endowment funds is restrictedfor support of particular purposes. These purposes are usuallybroad enough to be encompassed within one of the designated boards of theSynod.Other Hatters - Inventories (principally religious publications) are carriedat the lower of average cost or market.Contributions received during early January from congregations and individualsare recorded as receivables when such amounts relate to the prior year'sbudget. Such contributions are recorded as expendable operating funds,unrestricted.Advances made to eligible seminary students for payment of tuition, summertraining fees and living expenses (deferred student aid receivable) arerecorded as a deferred charge and are amortized to expense, usually over aperiod of five years from the date that the graduate seminarian beginsservice for the Synod. Repayment of advances must be lade only If thestudent or graduate does not provide service to the Synod. An allowance foruncollectible student aid has been established for potentially uncollectibleamounts,NOTE 2 - CASH AND INVESTMENTSThe market values of cash and investments by fund group are as follows atDecember 31, 1992 and 1991:

106 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNODTJF THESWARTZ. IZENSON 9 ASSOCIATES, ,aTrustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 2 - CASH AND INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)Fund GroupExpendable funds - operating:Unrestricted - undesignatedUnrestricted - designatedRestrictedNonexpendable funds:EndowmentAnnuity and life incomeCustodianTotalMarket ValuesDeoember 311992 1991$( 11,927) * 19,632928,031 715,97753,351 33,1881,913,3181,805,0612,032,311$ 9,720,1785,031,1911,769,3131,812,173% 9,111,801Cash and investments at December 33, 1992 and 1991 are comprised of thefollowing:Ca3h in bankPaine WebberCash FundU.S. GovernmentobligationsU.S. Governmentagency securitiesCorporate commonstocksCorporate bondsGeneral mortgagesreceivableReal estateTotalCarryingValue$ 197,513760,218601,3171,957,2191,815,8231,252,0891,579,156191,316% 8,687,7111992Market1991CarryingValueValue$ 197,513760,218599,2502.019,1562,726,6081,313,9611,579,156191,316\ 9,720,178* 185,0361,215,251267,7771,703,1851.359,1201,898,6091,399.919191.316$ 8,223,516MarketValue$ 185,0361,215,251315,3621,853,6622,281,3911,966,8611,399.919191,316$ 9,111,804

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 107SWARTZ, IZENSON 8 ASSOCIATES, rTrustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 2 - CASH AND INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)General mortgages receivable are due over periods from one to twenty-oneyears and bear annual interest ranging from 5f to 12f. The aggregateannual maturities of general mortgages receivable at December 1, 1992 artas follows:Year Ending Amount1993 $ 113,9551991 61,8101995 66,9721996 63,5011997 and beyond 939,885Total $ 1,579,156The general mortgages receivable at Deoember 31, 1992 and 1991 are duefrom the following groups:1992 1991Denomination - related organization $ 387,611 $ 130,000Congregations of the denomination120,513Ministers of the denomination505,638Members of the denomination121,611Commercial113,717171,339111,15568,789282,636Total $1,579,156 $1,399,919The following summarizes the changes in relationships between carryingvalues and market values of cash and investments for the years endedDecember 31, 1992 and 1991:

108 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THESWARTZ. IZENSON « ASSOCIATES, rTrustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 2 - CASH AND INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)CarryingValueMarketValueUnrealizedAppreciation(Depreciation)1992 1991December 31, 1992$ 8,687,711$ 9,720,178$ 1,032,167$December 31, 1991$ 8,223,516$ 9,111,8011,188,2881,188,288January 1, 1991i 7,160,991$ 8,520,661-1,059,667Increase (decrease) in unrealizedappreciation for the yearRealized net gain for the year$( 155,821)* 197,833$ 128,621$ 708,295During the years ended December 31, 1992 and 1991, the average annual yieldon investments excluding realized net gains (calculated by dividing totaldividends, interest, and net rental income earned on investments during theyear by the average of the beginning of the year and end of the year carryingvalue of investments, excluding cash in bank) was 7>6f and 7*9t, respectively, and tbe annual total return (calculated by dividing total dividends,interest, net rental income and realized net gains earned on investmentsduring the year by the average of the beginning of the year and end of theyear carrying value of investments, excluding cash in bank) was 10.0) and17.It, respectively.NOTE 3 - BUILDING LOANS RECEIVABLESubstantially all of the building loans receivable at December 31, 1992 and1991 have been granted by the Building Loan Committee at interest ratesranging from 1< to 12$ for the purchase or construction of residences orchurch buildings. Such loans are generally made to either ministers, employeesof the Synod, or congregations. At December 31, 1992 and 1991 the compositionof the balances receivable were due from:

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 109SWARTZ, IZENSON 9 ASSOCIATES, „Trustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 3 - BUILDING LOANS RECEIVABLE (CONTINUED)Congregations and denominational boards $ 501,906 $ 365,090Ministers of the denomination 56,679 81,016Employees of the Synod 2,198 3,115Other 20,030 26,578Total $ 581,113 $ 178,829December 311992 1991NOTE 1 - PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENTThe components of property and equipment at December 31, 1992 and 1991 areas follows:December 311992 1991Buildings and improvements $ 320,516 $ 320,516Furniture, fixtures and equipment 216,317 202,215Total 536,833 522,731Less accumulated depreciation 372,261 316,217Property and equipment - net $ 161,572 $ 176,511Depreciation expense for the years ended December 31, 1992 and 1991 totalet$26,011 and $30,598, respectively.

110 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THESWARTZ. IZENSON 9 ASSOCIATES,.Trustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 5 - CHANGES IN DEFERRED RESTRICTED AMOUNTS AND IN PAYABLE TO DENOMINATION-RELATED ORGANIZATIONSBalances at January1, 1991Additions:Investment incomeNet gains on investmenttransactionsContributionsDeductions:Funds expendedTransfer tounrestricted -designatedExpendableFundsDeferredRestricted$ 28,1757,6611,621-( 8,272)-Annuity andLife Income FundsPayables Deferred$ 201,5615,51515,15510,000( 5,675)$ 1,118,168115,097100,0165,000( 115,953)CustodianFunds -Payables$ 1,127,69672,173118,60910,923( 59,139!-Balances atDecember 31, 199129,191226,5891,222,6281,600,262Additions:Investment incomeNet gains on investmenttransactionsContributions7,96327161,2759,5152,56015,000120,02616,895-75,15320,566216,550Deductions:Funds expendedTransfer tounrestricted -designated( 5,156)( 15.610)( 9,372)( 118,887)( 77.371!-Balances atDecember 31, 1992$ 17,937$ 271,322$ 1,210,662$ 1,835,160

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 111SWAHTZ. IZENSON « ASSOCIATES, „•Trustees of the Synod of the ReformedPresbyterian Church of North AmericaNOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)NOTE 6 - PENSION PLANSThere are two pension plans (Plan "A" and Plan "B") whioh were adopted effectiveJanuary 1, 1971 and together cover all ministers, missionaries andemployees of the Synod. The provisions of Plan "B" were restated effectiveJanuary 1, 1981 and January 1, 1989.Plan "A* - Plan "A" is a non-oontributory defined benefit plan and coversbasically ministers, missionaries and employees of the Synod who were age 55and over on January 1, 1971, the date of adoption of the plan. The normalretirement benefit for 1992 was $290 per month for single employees and$310 for married employees. A monthly benefit of $290 is continued tothe survivor. A minimum of 30 years of service is required to be eligiblefor the full normal retirement benefit. Total pension expense for the yearsended December 1992 and 1991 was $108,066 and $101,701, respectively. Thisplan is self-administered and pension benefits, which are charged to pensionexpense, are substantially all paid from ordinary investment income, proceedsof sales of certain investments or funds transferred from the Pension Board.Current comprehensive actuarial reports and valuations are not available forPlan *A". Accordingly, the Information necessary to provide the disclosuresrequired by Statements of Finanolal Aooountlng Standards 87 and 88 has notbeen determined. Under Plan "A", the Trustees charge pension benefits toexpense as incurred and credit investment income and net gain on investmenttransactions to revenue. Generally accepted accounting principles requirethat pension expense be determined using an acceptable actuarial cost method.Plan "A" was substantially curtailed as of December 31, 1992 and 1991 as onlyone participant is still actively employed by the Trustees and, as such, useof an acceptable actuarial cost method would have resulted in insignificantexpenses for the years then ended. Use of actuarially determined costs as ofthe most recent valuation (January 1, 1987) for Plan "A" would have resultedin an Increase in pension liability and a deorease in the unrestricted-designatedfund balance of approximately $225,000. Investments with a cost ofapproximately $215,000 and market value of approximately $219,000 at December31, 1992, Included ln the financial statements of the Trustees, areavailable to satisfy a portion of the Plan "A" pension liability. A 9>assumed rate of return was used in determining the present value of accumulatedvested benefits. There are no nonvested accumulated benefits.plan "B" - Plan "B" is a defined contribution plan and oovers substantiallyall ministers, missionaries and employees of the Synod who are not coveredunder Plan "A". Total pension expense for the years ended December 31, 1992and 1991 was $131,216 and $101,915, respectively, which includes amortizationof past service cost over an average period of approximately 25 years, and Ierecorded under unrestricted-designated. The Trustees' polioy is to fundpension costs accrued. Plan "B" is administered and the funds are investedby the Pension Trustees of the Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church ofNorth 1992 Is America. less than The the estimated amount of amount the net of assets vested benefits of Plan "B". as of December 31,

112 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THE^WAKTZ IZENSlW 8 AS-*)ClVrF«.. ,Trustees of the Synod of the Reformedpresbyterian Church of Worth AmericaBOTES TO FISAHCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)JJ0TE_6 - PENSION PLANS (CONTINUED)Comprehensive actuarial reports and valuations are not available for Plan"B". Accordingly, the information necassary to provide the diaoloaurea requiredby Statenents of Financial Accountlns Standards 87 and 88 has not beendeterained* However, the final determination of such amounts la not expectedto have a material effect on tbe accompanying financial statements.NOTE 7 - CONTINGENT ASSETSAt Deceaber 31, 1992 and December 31, 1991, respectively, approximately$209,200 and $270,500 of cash

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 113In keeping with Item 18, Synod was led in prayer by Jay Worshamthanking God for His financialblessings to us.It was moved, seconded and carried that Synod reconvene today at1:30 p.m. to recess at 4:00 p.m. with a break from 2:45 to 3:00 p.m.The members of Synod joined together in small groups once againfor prayer and concluded with the singing of Psalm 37A.Karl Meeker led in prayer as Synod took recess at 12:15 p.m.THURSDAY, JULY 15,1993,1:30 P.M.Synod reconvened at 1:30 p.m. singing Psalm 25D, and beingprayer by Ray Hemphill.The roll was passed.The minutes of the Thursday Morning session were read andapproved.The Committee on Medical Ethical Issues brought no report thisyear. The committee was discontinued.The report of the Committee on a Declaration of the Relationshipof Reformed Presbyterian Churches Around the World was taken up.Item 1 was referred to the committee. The report as a whole wasapproved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON RELATIONSHIPS WITHREFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHES IN SCOTLAND,mELAND, AUSTRALIA, AND NORTH AMERICADear Fathers and Brethren:"Behold how good a thing it is and how becoming well,when those that brethren are delight in unity to dwell."Two years ago, this Synod, prompted by a request made by the fraternaldelegate from the Australian Church, appointed a Committee to work:"with representatives from the Reformed Presbyterian Churches ofScotland, Ireland, Australia, and North America, to draw up a declarationexpressing our present relationship and a statement of procedure expressingthe regular working out of this relationship."This is our second progress report and we are very happy to report avery positive and prompt response from all the others. Last year, the Synodof Scotland appointed Sinclair Home and Barry J. Galbraith (who hassince been replaced) to represent the RP Church in Scotland. The Synodof Ireland appointed C. Knox Hyndman and Fred S. Leahy to represent the

114 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERP Church of Ireland. And the Presbytery of Australia appointed AlastaMcEwen and Lynsey Blakston to represent the RP Church of Australia.Later last year, your Chairman met in Australia with Lynsey and Alastair,and they agreed to prepare the initial statement of the proposed Declaration.This year, when your Committee received the proposed Declarationfrom our brethren in Australia, we forwarded it to the Committees of theother two Synods and expect to hear from them after their Synod meetingsthis summer.Now we are presenting this Declaration with the recommendation thatyou approve it with your suggestions. We would anticipate furtherresponses from our brethren in Scotland and Ireland and then look forwardto bringing the results of their deliberations to you next year. YourChairman (Lord willing) will be in Scotland and Ireland in September ofthis year on other business, and would anticipate talking with the twocommittees at that time. We would hope that all four branches of the RPChurch could adopt the finalstatement of the Declaration in 1994.Respectfully submitted,Bob McCrackenRoy Blackwood, ConvenorRecommendations1. (REFERRED) That Synod approve the proposed declaration2. That Synod reappoint this committeeADECLARATIONOFRELATIONSHIPAMONGTHERP CHURCHESOF AUSTRALIA, IRELAND, SCOTLAND AND NORTH AMERICAAND A STATEMENT OF PROCEDURE FOR THE WORKINGOUT OF THIS RELATIONSHIP"God our Father in heaven, thank you for rescuing us from the penaltyof our sins and saving us through the work of your Son among us, and forthe power of the Holy Spirit convincing us of our need of holiness andturning our hearts to your ways."Thank you for the faith you have given us together to accept theauthority of your written word and the understanding of its teaching as setout in the Westminster Confession of Faith and in the Larger and ShorterCatechisms."Thank you for the encouragement you have given us to worship youaccording to your word alone, and for the love of Christ you have given us

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 115to seek him to be honored as lord in all human relationships."We pledge ourselves by your grace to encourage your people to be ofone mind and to work together with those of like faith to bring greaterhonor to you through closer co-operation and confession."As Reformed Presbyterians in Scotland, Ireland, North America andAustralia, we testify to God's grace preserving a testimony common to usand the New Testament church and rejoice together in the special fellowshiphe has given us deriving from a common historical bond with thecovenanting church of Scotland, England and Ireland."We commit ourselves to one another's welfare in Christ and toworking for more faithful and complete confessional unity among us."Out of love for the whole church of God we propose to prepare, declareand uphold common statements of the truth which express the things webelieve together and to invite faithful Christians to join us in this task."To the world we present a call to believe in Christ as the only rescuerfor the whole world and the one king over all. We commit ourselves toemploying together the resources God gives us in a global effort atbringing the good news to every land. In order to facilitate these joint taskswe promise, at least once every year from now until Christ returns, to bringwords of encouragement to one another, to confess our failings to oneanother, and to state together God's immediate and peculiar purpose for usas a covenanted part of his people."The report of the Committee Regarding the Renewal of DecliningCongregations was taken up, approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE REGARDINGTHE RENEWAL OF DECLINING CONGREGATIONSYour committee would respectfully report that we planned and conductedthe seminar on declining congregations at the 1992 CarletonConference as directed by the Synod. We have not completed theremainder of our assignment "to propose to the 1993 Synod a means ofleadership regarding the renewal of declining congregations."The seminar at Carleton Conference was well attended. Those attendingresponded well both in a brainstorming session and to survey questionsfrom the committee. Written responses were given to the committee afterthe seminar.Each of the committee members presented some ideas at the seminarto stimulate the discussion and encourage written responses to the survey

116 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEquestions. Our presentation included such things as: a consideration onature of a healthy church; some of the characteristics shared by decliningcongregations and possible causes; the nature of the relationship betweenthe presbytery and the local congregation.It was our desire and stated purpose to be encouraging and uplifting,while at the same time being careful to recognize some of the causes ofdecline in a congregation.An opportunity for feedback resulted in a spirited discussion whichcontinued past the announced closing time. It is obvious that there aremany hurting individuals, many of whom are in declining congregations.This committee has not met to analyze the data received at Carleton.We therefore have not completed our assignment in bringing recommendationsto the Synod regarding the renewal of declining congregations.Your committee accepts responsibility for this failure and will bringrecommendations to the 1994 Synod.Respectfully submitted,Bob LaMayPaul McCrackenJerrold Milroy, ChairmanIt was moved, seconded and carried that we move ahead with theregular rules of Synod on the Report of the Committee to Resolve theImpasse on Query #8. It was moved, seconded and carried that weextend the time for the completion of the report. The parliamentariansreported on the status of the substitute motion, one part of whichwas passed while the remaining two parts were lost during theWednesday afternoon session as follows:REPORT OF PARLIAMENTARIANSAt the conclusion of the Wednesday afternoon session duringdebate on the report of the special committee on Vow #8 Impasse, a motionof three parts was substituted for Recommendations 2 and 3 of the report.After considerable debate the previous question was moved and passed,calling for an immediate vote. A division of die substitute motion into itsthree parts was called for and granted with a favorable ruling by theparliamentarians. Parts 1 and 2 were lost; Part 3 passed. The question thenarose as to the status both of Part 3 of the substitute and Recommendations2 and 3 of the report.Although our rules do not give clear direction, Robert's Rules of Order

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 117indicate that "to divide the question" is a form of amendment and ththe request to divide the question was out of order after the motion for the"previous question" had passed.The value of parliamentary procedures is to help us deal with discussionand debate in an orderly fashion and should always be regarded as ourservant and not our master. In the spirit of seeking to move the Synod onto the important discussion on this question, we propose the following,even though we recognize that the recommendation is not without itsdifficulties:The parliamentarians take the responsibility for giving a faulty rulingand allowing the division of the substitute motion and would recommendthat to correct the situation, Synod rescindthe votes on the three parts ofthe substitute motion and proceed to vote on the substitute motion in itsentirety.This ruling can be challenged by the court, but it would appear to theparliamentarians that would result in endless and fruitless debate.If not challenged, the Moderator should give opportunity for thesubstitute motion to be read and then proceed to vote without debate sincethe motion for the previous question passed.The decision of the parliamentarians was upheld. The substitutemotion was lost.The Committee presented its own substitute to Items 2-4 of itsreport. It was moved, seconded and carried that the substitute motionbe taken up.Wayne Duffield led in prayer as Synod recessed for fifteen minutesat 2:50 p.m.Synod sang Psalm 84B and was led in prayer by Ray Joseph.Item 2 as substituted by the Committee was adopted. It was moved,seconded and carried that the good committee declare the nature ofthe necessity that warrants this directive binding the behavior ofChrist's people with the request that Acts 15:1 and 28 be cited andreluctance be expressed in this matter. Item 3 was adopted; in keepingwith this item, Kenneth Smith led Synod in prayer.The time for the afternoon session was extended to 4:30 p.m.Paul McCracken led in prayer before taking the vote on Item 4.Item 4 was adopted by more than a 2/3 vote (78 aye; 17 no). WilburCopeland, James Morton, Dale Musselman, Darrell R. Parnell, R.Bruce Parnell, Webster L. Fields, Harold Faris, Karl E. Meeker,Brent Wells, Darrell Powell, Robert H. McFarland, Howard Elliott,Roy Adams, Samuel E. Boyle and Glenn McFarland asked that theirdissent to this action be recorded.

118 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEBruce Stewart led in prayer as Synod took recess at 4:30 p.m.THURSDAY, JULY 15,1993,7:00 P.M.Synod reconvened at 7:00 p.m. singing Psalm 122B and being ledin prayer by Ed Hindman.The roll was passed.The minutes of the Thursday afternoon meeting were read andapproved.The report of the Committee to Resolve the Impasse on OrdinationQuery #8 was taken up. Item 5 was amended and adopted as amended.Item 6 was adopted.It was moved, seconded and carried that the following statementconcerning the vote on item 4 of the report of the Committee to Resolvethe Impasse on Ordination Query #8 be included in the Minutes asfollows:While we believe that the Scriptures clearly warn against the danof beverage alcohol, and while we hold that an elder should not use orencourage the use of alcohol or any other mind-altering drugs, and whilewe believe it would be more consistent for the church to maintain this standby keeping present Query #8 we recognize that a majority of our brothersin Synod do not hold this position.Therefore, in order to promote the peace and unity of the church, andto help to resolve the frustration felt because of the impasse on Query #8,we want to record that we abstained from voting on the proposed changesin ordination queries.Bruce C. StewartRobert B. McCrackenRobert McCracken read a further statement on the matter asfollows:In Synod's vote on Recommendation #4,1 chose to abstain from votiand desire to explain my rationale.I could not in good conscience vote for removal of total abstinence fromQuery #8 because I believe the Scripture supports the necessity of thisrequirement for officers in Christ's church in America today.However I felt I could not vote against this recommendation becausedoing so might further complicate the impasse which has divided the

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 119church and dominated the time and energy of the courts for many years,deterring all of us from focusing on our central task.I fear the consequences of this action, and therefore urge all my fellowpastors and elders to practice total abstinence for the sake of your weakerbrothers and the lambs of our flocks.Robert B. McCrackenThe report of the Board of Trustees of the Theological Seminarywas taken up. A representative of the Board requested that anyfurther suggestions on the matter of the future of the Seminary be sentto the Secretary of the Board, Walter Swartz. The report as a wholewas approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THEREFORMED PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARYIn a culture in which many things seem to be falling apart, the Seminarfamily rejoice that Christ is sovereign, that His Word is fully dependable,and that we can have victory through Him. We thank God for thefaithfulness of the faculty, the staff, the students, and the friends andsupporters of the Seminary. We praise God for His bountiful provision in1992. We continue to trust in God's promises as we look forward to theyears ahead.FACULTYIn light of the state of theological education today, it is helpful to bereminded that we have a faculty who are united in their commitment to theinerrancy of Scripture and to the Reformed faith as it is summarized in theWestminster Standards. They are men who are not only well qualified intheir disciplines, but who bring pastoral experience into the classroom.Their active service in local congregations, presbyteries and Synod makesthem models as well as teachers of ministry. The Seminary is not an ivorytower. The students and faculty are in the churches, teaching, preaching,evangelizing, discipling, counseling, and working with children, youthand adults.Dr. Wright has completed his fifteenth year as Professor of NewTestament Studies and Dean of Students. On the occasion of his retirement,he was promoted to the rank of Professor Emeritus and was honoredat a dinner on April 23, attended by over 250 family, students, formerstudents, and friends. Dr. Spear continues as Professor of Systematic

120 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THETheology and Homiletics and as Dean of the Faculty. He will representChurch at Westminster Abbey in September at the commemoration of the350th Anniversary of the Westminster Assembly. He will be leading aservice of worship in which some Psalms will be sung as they were sungin the 16th century. His present term expires in May 1994; he is eligible forreelection to another seven-year term.Dr. Russell, the Professor of Church History and Registrar, plans tocontinue through the 1993-94 year, and has agreed to teach two quartersin the 1994-95 year, but has asked to be relieved as Registrar effective May1994. Professor Lowe serves effectively in the Chair of Old TestamentStudies, and continues to make progress toward his Ph.D. His currentthree—year term expires in May 1994, and he is eligible for election to aseven-year term.Dr. Robson has been on campus since the fall of 1992, and begins histhree-year term as Professor ofNew Testament Studies on Jun 1,1993. Hetaught a two-hour course in Hebrew Reading in the Spring quarter, and isscheduled to teach Beginning Greek this summer and a full load of coursesin the Fall. He has initiated significant changes in the curriculum in hisdepartment, including an emphasis on computer literacy. The date for hisinauguration has been set for September 17, 1993 at 7:30 p.m. RachelGeorge continues her excellent service as Librarian and as manager of thecomputer center, and has overseen the installation of the new computerizedcatalog. President Stewart continues his responsibilities as Professorof Pastoral Theology. In addition to his teaching and administrative work,he is active on the Board of Directors of CUBM, the Board of Trustees ofGeneva College, and as Chairman of the Committee to Revise theDirectory for Worship. He attended meetings of the Evangelical SeminaryPresidents and Reformed Seminary Presidents, and a special meeting ofEvangelical Seminary Presidents to consider a Reformed Seminary inRussia. Since he will have reached age 70 by 1994, Dr. Stewart's term hasbeen extended one year, until May 31,1995, so that his successor will notneed to be elected until 1994.James Pennington was elected Professor of Missions by the 1991Synod for a two-year term beginning July 1,1991. He is not on salary, butreceives only a stipend for the courses he teaches (two each year). He iseligible for re-election to a second two-year term. We have also benefittedfrom the services of seven part-time faculty this year, and twelve guestlecturers. In addition, Dr. Ray Bakke of Trinity Episcopal School forMinistry conducted a seminar on Inner-City Ministry.STAFFThe Staff have continued unchanged this year, evidence of their

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 121commitment to the Seminary and its mission. Mrs. Wayne Spear continuesto serve efficiently in the many demands of the office. Mrs. Donald Wilsondivides her talents between the office and the library. Mrs. John P. Edgarand John Kisder work part-time in the Library. Mrs. Sophie Sekowski andMrs. Jean Knebes are responsiblefor cooking and housekeeping. VinceScavo has one more year as caretaker of the Seminary building and AlStuart has recently become superintendent of the apartment building.STUDENTSDuring the 1992-93 academic year, the Seminary has had a ministry to85 students: 43 are M.Div. candidates, 35 are Special Students, 7 areAuditors. (Last year we had a total of 95 students, of whom 17 wereAuditors, so we have the same number of for-credit students.) 21 studentsare black, 9 are women, and 6 are Reformed Presbyterian. Of the threestudents who graduated on May 21, one is an RP: Mark England.Considering the needs and opportunities for ministry in the denomination,we need to pray that God will raise up men to do His work.We refer potential students who lack the baccalaureate degree to theCenter for Urban Biblical Ministries (CUBM), which uses our facilities forclasses and administration. At present, CUBM is not meeting its potentialfor ministry to minority students, but seems to be making some progress.LIBRARYDuring the year, as the result of a grant from the Pitcairn-CrabbeFoundation, the Library installed a computerized catalog with two workstations.This system greatly facilitates use of the collection by patrons,and makes the cataloging of new acquisitions substantially more efficientand less costly. Thanks to a grant from the Pittsburgh National BankCharitable Trust, our computer equipment has been upgraded and expandedto support the instructional program. We have also acquired adatabase on CD-ROM which is indispensable for literature searches intheology. Library holdings now include 36,136 books and bound periodicals,in addition to substantial non-book materials. Tom Reid has continuedhis invaluable service as Library Consultant this year.FINANCESThanks to God's bountiful provision of gift income in 1992 ($114,036compared with $57,251 in 1991), we had to sell much less of ourunrestricted endowment funds than we had anticipated ($33,159 instead of$100,000). This has bought us some additional timeas the Board and theSynod consider alternative ways to accomplish the goals of the Seminary.Steps have been taken to increase our income and control our costs. No

122 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEsalary increases will be given in 1994 to full-time professors, norbe an increase in spending for the library. We have entered into anagreement to sell the apartment house for $ 180,000, which is $ 12,000 lessthan we paid for it; but it has been on the market for three years and facesseveral potentially heavy expenses in the near future.BOARD OF TRUSTEESThe Board has had two regular meetings. Officers are: Chairman,Stewart M. Lee; Vice-Chairman, Donald Piper; Secretary, Robert M.Copeland; and Treasurer, Louis Hutmire ex-officio. Effective with thismeeting of Synod, the new Secretary is Walter (Kit) Swartz. The terms ofRobert Copeland and Richard Weir expire at this meeting of Synod andtheir successors should be chosen. Richard Weir is eligible for a secondterm; Robert Copeland has completed his second term and is ineligible forreelection at this time. In order to maintain the mandated ratio of ruling andteaching elders on the Board, both members of the Class of 1999 shouldbe ruling elders.FUTURE PLANNINGThe future of the Seminary has occupied a great deal of the attention ofthe Board and Administration this year. It is clear that the pattern of deficitfinancing followed in 1991 and 1992 cannot continue indefinitely, and asour invested funds are sold off to meet the deficits, our income frominvestments declines at the same time that our allocations from the RPM&M Fund decline. The Board has considered carefully the three basicalternatives:(1) Maintain the Seminary at its present status: increase gift incoincrease students, reduce expenditures, and gain accreditation.(2) Reduce the Seminary to some type of Theological Hall model:eliminate most faculty positions, pare back the library, and rely on parttimeteaching by active pastors.(3) Develop some type of affiliation with Geneva College: greater economiesof scale and efficiency of administration, and the development ofadditional degree programs.A Progress Report, based on the Board's deliberations, is attachedthis Report. The Board requests that Synod set aside two hours at thismeeting to discuss this Progress Report as a Committee of the Whole, withthe understanding that the Board will come back with a definite proposalno sooner than the Synod of 1994.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 123Recommendations1. That Bmce C. Stewart be heard for 10 minutes in behalf of the Seminary.2. That Synod proceed to elect Wayne R. Spear as Professor of SystematicTheology and Homiletics for a seven-year term to begin June 1,1994.3. That Synod proceed to elect Duncan Lowe as Professor of OldTestament Studies for a seven-year term to begin June 1, 1994.4. That Synod proceed to elect James Pennington as Professor of Missionsfor a two-year term to begin on June 1, 1993.5. That Synod elect two members to the Class of 1999 of the Board ofTmstees. Richard Weir, Paul Kilpatrick, and Russ Pulliam are nominated.6. That Synod grant $90,000 to the Seminary in 1994 from the RP Missionsand Ministry Fund.7. That Synod grant $89,912.00 in undesignated funds to offset the deficitin 1993.8. That Synod set aside two hours as a Committee of the Whole to discusspossibilities for the future of the Seminary, with the attached ProgressReport providing a framework; this discussion to be undertaken withthe assurance that a specific recommendation, if indicated, would bemade no sooner than June 1994.Respectfully submitted,Robert M. Copeland, secretaryAPPENDK TO THE REPORT OF THE SEMINARY BOARD:PROGRESS REPORT ON FUTURES PLANNINGIt is clear that past policy in the financial operation of the Seminarmust change. The alternatives which the Board has considered are: (1) tomaintain the Seminary, improve its fiscal position and gain accreditation,(2) to reduce the Seminary to some type of Theological Hall, and (3) todevelop an arrangement with Geneva College. The Board believes that No.(1) is the most desirable option. Before developing a detailed plan for analternative future, the Board asks the considered and prayerful advice ofthe Synod with regard to broad directions. The following sections arecondensations of the work of the past year: the first was prepared by acommittee of this Board and the second by a Joint Committee of tmsteesof the RPTS and Geneva College.

124 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEI. THEOLOGICAL HALLThe primary purpose of the Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminaryis to train pastors for the Reformed Presbyterian Church. This purposemight be realized at lower cost by adopting an "apprenticeship" model andrelying heavily on active pastors to teach the students. The modifiedTheological Hall version of a seminary which is outlined below wouldmove our preparation of pastors a short distance toward the apprenticeshipmodel.A. What would such a program look like?1. Students would continue to study in Pittsburgh and live in thedormitory or nearby apartments.2. The curriculum would be pared down to a core curriculum meant toprepare pastors; fewer electives would be offered.3. The library would emphasize supporting resources for the corecourses and would not try to be a general theological library.4. There would be two full-time professors (perhaps Systematics andBiblical Languages), a librarian, and a part-time administrator. Anyone of the four regular employees, or even someone else involvedwith the Seminary, could be designated President.5. Much instruction would come from pastors within commutingdistance of Pittsburgh or from pastors from greater distance teachingone- or two-week intensive courses.6. The budget, while significantly lower than at present, would still besubstantial. Income would also be significantly reduced.7. The program would no longer be able to grant degrees and would notbe eligible for ATS accreditation. Nevertheless, a Theological Hallwith more aspects of apprenticeship training than at present mightprove attractive to some.B. How could we get there?1. Replace Bmce Stewart at his retirement with a part-time administratorcharged with coordinating a theological hall—someone sharedwith another employer or someone with administrative gifts whowants to work only part-time.2. Continue two of the three professors after their terms expire: DuncanLowe, Ed Robson, Wayne Spear. Not replace Willam Russell whenhe retires.3. No salary increases (or: except two percent less than CPI for theprevious year) until the budget is balanced.4. Begin revising the curriculum (mostly by dropping elective courses)and making calendar adjustments (to allow for short intensive

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 125courses from part-time faculty from a distance).5. Begin to recmit regular part-time instructors for courses in pastoraltheology, church histoiy, and whatever else is needed.6. Advertise the changes as a positive step toward more apprenticeshiptraining.II. AGREEMENT WITH GENEVA COLLEGEBoth Geneva College and the Seminary are controlled by the ReformedPresbyterian Church. An Affiliation Agreement would seem to flownaturally from the mission and purpose of both institutions and offer ameans to integrate and consolidate the resources of the Church and expandthe ministry of these institutions."Affiliation Agreement" refers to a formal arrangement under whichGeneva College would contract to operate the educational program of theRPTS, in such a way as to meet the requirements of the RPTS Board andthe generally accepted academic standards of theological education. Suchan agreement would define cooperation between the Seminary and theCollege while maintaining the identity and control of each under its ownBoard of Tmstees; the Synod would continue to elect the full-time facultyfor the seminary program, etc. It leaves the way open for the institutionsto maintain, increase, decrease, or discontinue the initial level of cooperationby the mutual decisions of each Board of Tmstees. While the impetusfor this affiliation is the financial need of the Seminary, such mutualcooperation might offer advantages for both institutions.Advantages for RPTS might include: increased visibility becauseGeneva is more widely known; possible joint faculty appointments;professional help from Geneva in recmiting and fund-raising. Genevawould ultimately be responsible for such matters as registration, recordkeeping,budgeting, accounting, purchasing and building maintenance.Advantages for Geneva College might include: enhancement ofGeneva's status as a graduate-level institution; possible joint facultyappointments; and location of a campus in Pittsburgh for classes forCUBM, the Degree Completion Program, the Graduate Psychology program,and a potential M.A. degree program which would serve the staff ofthe Coalition for Christian Outreach.It is essential that RPTS maintain a level of autonomy in such anagreement, both to test the workability of an affiliation agreement and toassure the continuing commitment to Reformed theology. Moreover, to beaccredited by the Association of Theological Schools, the program mustmaintain a level of autonomy as an academic unit in reference to its Boardof Tmstees, faculty, admission standards, curriculum, and graduationrequirements.

126 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEWhile maximum economies could be achieved only by moving theSeminary operation to the college campus, other considerations seem torequire the program to continue to operate in Pittsburgh: the cost ofbuilding facilities on Geneva's campus vs. the low resale value of theSeminary building, and the value of maintaining the Seminary's ministryand witness in the city.If the Synod of 1993 encourages further exploration of this option, theJoint Committee will continue to meet to study and evaluate the advantagesand disadvantages of such an agreement in such areas as finance,programs and personnel.The report of the Committee on Symbolism in Worship was takenup. It was moved, seconded and carried that item 1 be laid on the tableto entertain a substitute. Item 1 as substituted was adopted. Item 2was adopted. The report appears in the Appendix to the Minutes. Theapproved recommendations are as follows:1. That the report be received for information and printed in the Ato the Minutes.2. That the committee be dismissed.The report of the Home Mission Board was taken up again. TheBoard's response to Communication 93-8 was adopted. The report asa whole was approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE HOME MISSION BOARDGoing, therefore, DISCIPLE all the nations,Baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit,Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.And lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.THE PLANTING CONTINUESDuring this past year the work of church planting has continued to moveforward. A new Mission Church was organized in Evansville, Ind., and anew church planter (Rev. Leveme Rosenberger) began active ministry onsite in Middletown, N.Y. A Bible study and a monthly worship servicehave begun in Montreal, Quebec. In addition, congregations and presbyteriesare exploring opportunities in Wichita, Kan., Midland, Tex., Bedford,

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 127Ind., and west of Orlando, Fla. Exploration continues in Orange, Calif.,and Watertown, N.Y.As in all warfare there are casualties. With much grief and disappointment,the Mission Church in Kingston, Ontario, was disorganized inMarch.Further progress was made in the more established new works as well.Vemon Hills has purchased their firstbuilding; God has brought Trinitythrough a challenging time; Smiths Falls continues to grow; Pensacola'spastor will soon be able to reduce his tent-making responsibilities to givemore energy to the congregation's ministry; Stillwater is actively reachingout to university students; Anchor is seeing both spiritual and physicalbabies bom; Several have been saved and assimilated in Kokomo; Lancasterhas doubled; Hispanic converts and communicant members wereadded in Los Angeles.BUT GROWTH IS SLOWINGAs we look ahead a plateau is beginning to appear on the horizon. Itappears that the stream of qualified men for the ministry is slowing to atrickle. There are plenty of lost people to reach. Finances, if they keepcoming in, are not yet a seriously limiting factor. There are many placesto go. But where are the spiritual leaders to take up the ministry?It is becoming undeniably clear to many in our denomination thatqualified pastors has become our greatest need—and not just for newministries but for the established congregations. We must not lose thegains of earlier labors.PRAY FOR LABORERSWe call upon the church to do what Jesus instmcted us to do in thesecircumstances."Pray therefore, the Lord of the harvest that He would send workersinto His harvest." Matthew 9:36We call upon the church to do this in an informed and persistent way.TRAINING CHURCH PLANTERSThe HMB held its third Church Planter's Conference in Febmary ofthis year. Church planters from all the ministries supported by the Synodwere invited along with those to whom they are responsible, and severalresource people. This year we also invited men from established congregationswho had been in the ministry less than fiveyears.Since church planting really is a husband-wife team effort, this year weinvited each man to bring his wife to the conference. What a tremendous

128 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEblessing and joy that was to all who attended. We once again turned town men for the workshops and teaching sessions. Everyone found thiskind of "in-service" training to meet real needs in their lives and ministries.There were 44 conferees in attendance.TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ANYONEThe HMB continues to encourage anyone in the church to attendEvangelism Explosion training by offering scholarship aid to qualifiedapplicants. Certain other training seminars are also offered. See yourPresbytery's HMB representative for details.TIME TO PLANT FUNDWe urge each congregation to put the Time to Plant Fundin their annualbudget and encourage individuals to contribute. Here is why. Over$160,000 was given as aid to new works in 1992, $170,000 is budgeted for1993 and thus far $145,000 for 1994. More will be needed as newministries come on line next year. After other expenses (i.e. training, EE,Board travel, etc.)only$115,000 is left fromour RPM&M and endowmentincome to meet this year's aid budget of $170,000. The shortfall comesfrom the Time to Plant Fund. Therefore this fund must be replenishedregularly. Several of the new works are giving part of their "tithe to thehigher courts" directly to the HMB so that a "return on our investment" ismaterializing. But this is not nearly enough. We are counting on congregationsand individuals to help.KINGDOM BUILDER'S FUNDThe Kingdom Builder's Fund, established to help new ministriesobtain a long-term meeting place, has received its first income and its firstapplication for a grant. We look forward to more income and making moregrants in the years ahead.Recommendations1. That Synod call upon the church to earnestly and faithfully pray that theLord of the harvest will send out more Reformed Presbyterian laborersinto His harvest.2. That the members of Synod set aside at least one meal time during Synodto fast and pray for this critical need.3. That Synod grant $85,000 from RPM&M to the Home Mission Boardin 1994.4. That Synod elect to the Home Mission Board for a three-year term theperson put forward by the Women's Synodical.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 129ADDENDUMResponse to Paper #93-8 from the Home Mission BoardThe Home Mission Board recommends the following action in responseto Paper 93-8:That a ministry of having "A wise and seasoned man visit churches andpastors in the interests of the gospel, the church and pastors," as outlinedin Paper 93-8, be assigned to the Home Mission Board for implementationas a two-year long project.The report of the Travel Fund and A bsences Committee was takenup. Items 1-5 were adopted. The report as a whole was approved andis as follows:REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON TRAVEL FUNDSAND ABSENCESYour committee reports that the 1993 Synod Travel Fund expensestotalled $24,675.16. There were 109 delegates participating, which representsa decrease of 26 from last year.Delegates are encouraged to make use of the travel agency arranged forby the denominational treasurer.Excused absences from meetings of Synod are indicated by an "E" onSynod's attendance roll.Recommendations1. That the 1994 Synod travel allowance:a. Be determined by the lesser of the following:i. for those traveling by common carrier (air, train, bus) on the basisof the coach fare plus the cost of transportation to and from theterminals;ii. for those who drive on the basis of 22 cents per mile plus tolls andnecessary per-delegate lodging cost;b. Be determined for overseas delegates (i.e., those outside the UnitedStates and Canada) from the point of entry into the United States;c. Ordinarily be limited by the minimum air coach fare available 30days prior to the start of the meeting, unless an emergency requirespurchase of a common carrier ticketafter that date. In case ofemergency, the minimum available fare at the date of ticket purchasewill be reimbursed.2. That delegates to the 1994 Synod be appointed no later than 60 days prior

130 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEto the start of the meeting to allow sufficient time to secure the lowpossible fares.3. That the congregational travel fund assessment for the 1994 Synod beset by the Committee on Finance.4. That the delegates be paid by check.5. That Synod thank Miss Judy Linhart, Mr. Louis Hutmire, and thepresbytery travel agents for their help.Respectfully submitted,Wade R. Mann, ChairmanAndy McCrackenThe report of the Presbytery Review Committee was taken up,approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE PRESBYTERY REVIEW COMMITTEEAs we consider the "State of the Church," we are reminded of thepromise of Jesus Christ, "I will build my church, and the gates of Hadesshall not overpower it" (Matt. 16:18). We are also reminded of the goaladopted by the Synod of the "health, growth, and multiplication ofcongregations." Two questions which immediately come to mind are, "IsJesus Christ building this church in our midst?" and "How well are wedoing in terms of the health, growth and multiplication of congregations?"As we look at the reports of presbyteries, we have the sense that indeedJesus Christ is using us in the building of His church. We see indicationsof health, new growth, and multiplying of ministries. In the reports we findphrases such as "a number of events and developments during the past yearoccasion thanksgiving,...Atlantic Presbytery has established two missionchurches...give thanks to the Head of the Church for His continued graceand favor...have a significant ministry to youth in the community...continuesto see the Spirit of God break down barriers...for the fifteenth consecutiveyear, St. Lawrence Presbytery experienced a growth, in membership."Thus, we look at the HEALTH of congregations. We see congregationsand presbyteries concerned for prayer, discipleship, evangelism, youthwork, and leadership. Godly leadership is a key to the health of congregations.At last year's Carleton Conference, much concern was voicedabout the number of vacant congregations. We note this number has beenreduced as the Lord has raised up men to fill some of these vacancies.Several pastors have been received from other denominations. We further

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 131note that five presbyteries have at least two men under care. We alof young men who are weighing God's call on them to the Gospel ministry.While thankful for this answer to prayer in the increase in workers for theharvest, more workers are still needed. Continue to PRAY TO THELORD OF THE HARVEST TO RAISE UP GODLY AND GIFTEDPERSONS TO SERVE IN THE CHURCH.We rejoice as we see indications that God is working among the youth.The presbytery reportsspeak concerning active youth programs, youthleadership, and conferences. We note that in a few short years the numberof youth involved in CYPU groups has more than doubled (181inl986to422 in 1992). Although the larger denomination has reduced the involvementof youth ministry on the denominational level, we are excited thatMidwest Presbytery has hired, on a part-time basis, youth workers. PRAYFOR CONTINUED GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTHMINISTRIES AND THATPRESB YTERES WOULD BECOME MOREAND MORE SUPPORTIVE.We praise God for the continued emphasis on evangelism in thepresbyteries and local congregations, which even extends down to Mexico.Outreach is taking place through such things as EE programs, small groupBible studies, prison ministries, cross-cultural outreach, and personalevangelism. We see an awakening interest in church revitalizationandteam ministry. Just as members of Synod have pledged themselves "topray for at least two unsaved persons during the year," we encourage eachmember of the RPCNA to be praying ACTIVELY for the conversion of atleast two unsaved friends and to be seeking ACTIVELY to bring them toChrist. PRAY FOR THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT CALLINGMEN AND WOMEN OUT OF DARKNESS INTO GOD'S MARVEL­OUS LIGHT.We note an emphasis on discipleship and prayer in such things as Men'sBible studies or breakfasts, the starting of boys and girls clubs, increasingnumbers involved weekly in activities of discipleship, prayer, and missions.Several family conferences are facing the difficulty of not havingenough space! Some congregations stmggle with feelings of depressionand lack of zeal. Some are facing divisive issues or attacks fromthe world,while others have experienced recent healing and growth. PRAY FOR ADEEPER SPIRITUAL LIFE AND EVER GREATER ZEAL FOR THEKINGDOM OF GOD ON THE PART OF ALL TO DO THE WORK OFSERVICE, SO THAT EACH ONE USES HIS/HER UNIQUE TALENTSAND GIFTS TO GOD'S GLORY.Thus, also we can look at the GROWTH of congregations. We can seemany indications of growth within the various congregations and presbyteries.Statistically, the membership of the denomination has increased for

132 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEat least the seventh straight year. For this, we rejoice and givethe Lord of the Harvest for sustained growth. Half of this growth comesfrom an increase in baptized members and half from an increase incommunicant members. Several congregations are pursuing or havemoved to larger facilities due to this growth. One congregation is planningon having two moming worship services. We rejoice as we see that certainpresbyteries show a constant growth from year to year, but note that severalpresbyteries are showing declines instead of growth. Within a particularpresbytery, some congregations show steady or rapid growth, while othersstmggle to maintain their current situation, and too many suffer fromactual decline. We do note that this past year there was a drop in S.S.attendance and a considerable drop in baptized children making a professionof faith. WE WONDER: Are we becoming more indifferent? Arewe keeping our baptized children? We also note with sadness that severalcongregations have ceased to exist. We tmst that God is pmning in orderto bring about even greater fmit. PRAY FOR THE STRUGGLINGCONGREGATIONS THAT THEY WOULD RECEIVE NEW LIFEFROM GOD AND BE LIKE THE GRASS THAT GROWS ANDEXTENDS.We can also note from the presbytery reports that God has givengenerously to His people. The financialreceipts show an increase greaterthan the rate of inflation. Despite the overall good financialpicture, somecongregations (and pastors) stmggle greatly over finances. We do notethat, while the total congregational receipts increased by $288,418.00,giving to RPM&M increased by a mere $213.00 and giving to other RPworks actually decreased by $1,018.00. We wonder why giving todenominational efforts remains constant despite increasing contributionsto local congregations. PRAY FOR A GENEROUS SPIRIT BY MEM­BERS AND CONGREGATIONS SO THAT GOD'S WORK WOULDNOT BE HINDERED BY A LACK OF FUNDING. PRAY FORCONGREGATIONS IN FINANCIAL NEED.Thus, also we can look at the MULTIPLICATION of congregations.Since establishing the goal of "Seven More by '94", we rejoice that fivenew congregations/mission churches (Stillwater, Multiracial, Anchor,Sycamore, and Evansville) have formed. We rejoice to see such widespreadinterest and activity in new works. New works are being exploredin Montreal, Middletown, N.Y., Lancaster, Pa., Midland, Tex., Wichita,Kan., Orange, Calif., Orlando, Fla., Lansing, Mich., and Bedford, Ind.Each presbytery is actively involved in seeking to plant new congregations.PLEASE PRAY THAT GOD WOULD ESTABLISH STRONG,MINISTERING CONGREGATIONS IN EACH OF THE OPPORTUNI­TIES HE HAS GIVEN AND THAT GOD WOULD RAISE UP MEN

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 133WITH THE GIFTS FOR CHURCH PLANTING.We also note that THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION is being carried onin various ways by at least four different presbyteries. We praise God forhow this has been used to bring new men into the denomination and to givewider opportunity to testify to the "Crown Rights of Jesus." The work ofmultiplication occurs as elders, deacons, and members are all activelybeing trained and when that training is used for the advancement of God'sKingdom. PRAY THAT EVERY MEMBER WOULD BE BURDENEDTO BE INVOLVED IN THE WORK OF MULTIPLICATION.Respectfully submitted,Aubrey AyerRon GrahamDarrel PowellBill Roberts, ChairmanLeveme RosenbergerThe delegates to Synod joined in small groups for a time of prayerwhich was concluded with the singing of Psalm 101.Synod adjourned at 9:05 p.m. being led in prayer of adjournmentby Ronald Graham.FRIDAY, JULY 16,1993,8:30 A.M.Synod met pursuant to adjournment in the Franklin Room ofEly Lilly Campus Center of Franklin College, Franklin, Indiana, onFriday, July 16,1993, at 8:30 a.m.Bruce Parnell led Synod in the singing of Psalm 144 from the PsalmSettings booklet, and was led in prayer by Wilbur Copeland toconstitute the court.The roll was passed.Willard McMillan led Synod in the worship of God. Synod was ledin prayer and sang Psalm 85A. Mr. McMillan read Psalm 85B,commenting on it, then Synod sang this psalm. He then read Colossians3:12-14 and spoke on our relationships with one another. Synodwas directed in a time of silent prayer and concluded the service withthe singing of Psalm 15.The minutes of the Thursday evening session were read andapproved.The Nominating Committee was excused to complete its business.

134 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEThe report of the Judicial Committee was taken up, amadopted and is as follows:REPORT OF THE JUDICIAL COMMITTEEThe Atlantic Presbytery requests that Synod clarify the meaning of tiiDirectory for Church Government, Chapter 3, Section II, part D:4b whichreads as follows: Teaching elders who are members in good standing indenominations with whom we have fraternal relations who have expressedcommitment to the position of the Reformed Presbyterian Church and whohave been examined by a presbytery in the denomination may be candidatesfor a call" (page D-17).The specific areas of question are:1. What does "commitment to the position of the RPCNA" imply—intention to seek membership or something else?2. What does "who have been examined" imply—all of the exams forlicensure and eligibility for a call or something else?The phrase "commitment to the position of the RPCNA" in the contextof Procedure for Election implies that the person may be a candidate fora call in the RPCNA. If he were merely seeking membership in thedenomination he would follow the procedure for church membership.In this case, though he is from a denomination with which we havefraternal relations, he is potentially a candidate for a call in the RPCNA.The way in which his "commitment to the position of the RPCNA isdetermined is by examination.This examination is to be carried out by the presbytery or its commission.The areas of examination are to be in the areas listed in Chapter 3,II, 3:c:l-5. The examinations are to be sustained in accordance withChapter 3:II:C:3:d,e. After the presbytery/commission has voted to certifyhim as a Candidate to receive a call as directed in Chapter 3:II:C:3:f thecandidate shall sign the appropriate queries (Chapter 3:IIC:3:g) as hisstatement of "commitment to the position of the RPCNA."Where the presbytery/commission has sufficient evidence of thecandidate's qualifications they may modify the extent of the examinationaccordingly.Respectfully submitted,Randy VanOsdol, Chairman,Alan Noell, Paul Martin, Brent Wells,Sid Van Camp, Joseph Lamont

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 135The report of the Committee on Understanding the Times wastaken up, approved and is as follows:UNDERSTANDING THE TIMESDear Fathers and Brethren,It would be hard to find a timein American history when the family hasneeded more help than now. In that sense, then, it also might be hard to finda time when the Reformed Presbyterian Church had so much opportunity.The church has a number of built-in advantages when it comes to thebuilding of families. Some are shared with other Reformed churches, suchas the commitment to God's Word as God's Word. But the commitmentto the doctrine of the kingship of Christ is a special asset in the building offamilies. The church is, in a special way, a family of families, and that hasnot been a coincidence.Why are there Farises and Blackwoods and McFarlands and McBurneysand McCrackens and Spears and Wrights who can trace their ancestry allthe way back in to the 1800s, or further back, to findgodly ancestors? Thisfeature of the Reformed Presbyterian Church is related to the doctrine ofdominion, or Christ's mediatorial kingdom.One example is the family of William Symington, a pastor in theReformed Presbyterian Chuich in Scotland in the 19th century and theauthor of the classic on kingdom doctrine, Messiah the Prince. Hefollowed a brother, Andrew, into ministry. Another brother, James, washeading into ministry but died at a young age. One of his sons, William,joined him in ministry, sharing a pastorate with the father in Glasgow. Adaughter, Margaret, married a minister.He set forth the doctrinal basis for the kingdom, as well as practicalapplications.The NECESSITY of the kingdom is related to His sovereign power andHis need for the power to accomplish His objectives, especially thesalvation of people and families and nations. He needed the power and theauthority to get the job done, and that gives hope to any parents praying forchildren, especially for grandchildren and great-grandchildren.The REALITY of His kingdom contributes to this multi-generationalemphasis because His kingdom is real and practical. If He was a king onlyin theory, or only in the future in heaven, much of the motivation for thefamily would be lessened.The ORIGIN of His kingdom in the appointment of the father couldhave contributed to family relationships, in seeing how the Father and Sonworked together for their purposes, in such a close relationship. It is notalways easy for fathers and sons to work together, for various reasons,

136 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEprimarily the sin in the father and the son. But in the Father and Sonthe tmst and harmony of purpose, with the Son humbling himself, mistingtiie Father to take care of it all even when He dies on the cross, just as Isaaccooperated with his father in some way, or at least he did not struggleagainst his father's willing obedience to the Father in heaven when thecommand came to kill the son. Perhaps we see this relationship best inPhilippians 2:5-11, but it is also found in John 17 and in the Psalms andprovides us with a model for us as fathers or sons, working together for Hiskingdom advancement.The unlimited EXTENT of dominion contributed to the Symingtonfamily's capacity to be faithful to Christ's testimony over several generations.The unlimited extent must prompt long-term instead of short-termplanning and thinking. Matthew 28:18-20, for example, implies a processthat takes more than a generation or two. Discipleship of a nation takestime in the Scriptures, in the life of Israel. It took several generations toovercome the disastrous influence of Jehoshaphat's arrangement of themarriage of his son to Athaliah. In church history we can see that it takestime in the history of England and Scotland. He can move very quickly atcertain points, to open certain doors, such as in Russia today, or Englandunder young King Edward. But the seeds of tmth planted in the 16thcentury opened the door to a stmggle for political freedom in the 17thcentury. That stmggle took years and several generations to reach furtherfulfillment, at turning points like 1688, or 1776 in America.If the world is coming to an end in this generation, why bother prayingfor our great-grandchildren? The unlimited extent prompts longer-termthinking, about future generations, praying for great-grandchildren, claimingpassages like Deuteronomy 7:9 and Psalm 105:8 and 1 Chronicles16:15. The doctrine opens the door to more vision for how God worksacross the generations. He doesn't stop at the shores of Scotland in theextent of the kingdom, and He doesn't stop working in a family in onegeneration. He keeps working, even skipping a generation if one person isuncooperative or complacent, such as King Ahaz in between the goodKing Jotham and the very good King Hezekiah. He won't be blocked orstymied in the advancement of His Kingdom. He might delay the fulfillmentof a vision for a generation or two, like the temple project with Davidand Solomon. But His unlimited control extends into the future and pastin time, as well as throughout the creation.The QUALIFICATIONS of Christ for kingship, or His characterqualities like dignity, wisdom, love and right motives must have been anencouragement to the Symington family across the generations, and toother Covenanter families. These qualities in Christ's life draw attentionto the importance of the development of character within the family, not

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 137just skills or academic achievement or the attainment of a certain office inchurch government. What is a major factor in the transmission of the faithfrom one generation to the next? Virtually any study or book on the subjectwill point to the consistency of the parents as one of the cmcial factors, ifnot the most crucial factor, in the desire to follow their parents in theirprofession and application of faith in Christ.Another factor in the building of families is Psalm-singing, which playsa big part in the Covenanter history and intensifies this multi-generationalemphasis in families. Why? The Psalms emphasize this cross-generationalcovenant, as much as any book of the Bible.In what book of the Bible is the word "generation" used the most? ThePsalms. Then where in the Old Testament is Christ's kingship mostprominently featured? The Psalms. And in how many passages in thePsalms do we see frequentstatements of a sense of responsibility of onegeneration for another? A word study of "generation" and "seed" producesa surprising number of references to this sense of responsibility. Asampling includes: Psalm 48:13; Psalm 73:15; Psalm 78:1-8; Psalm 89:1-4; Psalm 102:18; Psalm 112; Psalm 145:4Without the Psalm-singing, would you have a doctrine of dominion?Without the doctrine of dominion, would we sing Psalms? The chicken orthe egg? I'm not sure we can pull these principles apart, but it is not bychance that the doctrine of kingdom grew out of the Psalm-singing church.And it is not by chance that Psalm-singing has been preserved, almostexclusively, in the church carrying the doctrine of dominion into the endof the 20th century.And family worship is a Reformed Presbyterian tradition, not exclusiveto the church, but a key emphasis in many families. John Macmillan, forexample, was a Refonned Presbyterian pioneer in Scotland, 1682-1753,used by Christ in the building of the church out of the societies thatdeveloped after the 1688 settlement. He saw his children and grandchildrencontinue in service to the church and, in his dying days, he wanted toturn to family worship, to Psalm singing and the reading of God's Word.It was a habit of the heart in his life and helps account for his descendantsfollowing in his footsteps.Why is family worship strong in the Reformed Presbyterian Churchhistory? The psalm-singing must be a factor. We must leam how to singthe psalms at home. We don't pay a choir or group to do our worship forus. The spirituality of the worship service, though barren in the eyes ofsome looking for more fanciness and entrapments, does contribute tofamily worship. The covenants must contribute to the family worship aswell, the corporate agreements to seek the Lord, the family covenants, theindividual covenants.

138 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEWhat we see here is this pattern of family worship, Psalms, catechithe Scriptures. These are some of the practical methods, but they come inthe context of the Reformed Presbyterian Church heritage. It is not a fancychurch, but it is a spiritual church, and thus a family-building church. Idon't think we should be proud of these characteristics of the churchbecause there is not place for human pride in the presence of God. But wehave no need to be ashamed of these aspects of the church either. These aresome of the keys to the way the church can help build and rebuild familiesas we come to the end of the century."One generation will commend your works to another,they will speak of your mighty acts."(Psalm 145:4)Respectfully submitted,Russ Pulliamfor the Business of Synod CommitteeBy common consent, it was agreed that the report of the Committeeon Understanding the Times be submitted to the editor of the CovenanterWitness.The Business of Synod Committee was given the duty of appointingthe Committee on Understanding the Times for 1994.The report of the Nominating Committee was taken up. Synodratified the action of the 1992 Moderator in appointing NormanCarson to fill an unexpired term in the class of 1995. Those elected toboards and committees of Synod were announced. The report as awhole was approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEEBOARDS OF SYNODBoard of Corporators of Geneva College: William JosephBoard of Education and Publication:Andy McCracken; Erma Pmtow; Dave Willson: Class of 1996Norman Carson: Class of 1995Board of Foreign Missions:Robert McCracken: Class of 1995Sandra Johns, Robert Mann: Class of 1997

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 139Board of Home Missions: Eileen Falk: Class of 1996Board of Pension Trustees of Synod:Don Lamont, Dean O'Neill, Everett Wood: Class of 1996Board of Trustees of SynodRobert Hemphill, Stuart Schmidt, Jay Worsham: Class of 1996Board of Trustees of The Theological Seminary:Alan Noell, Richard Weir: Class of 1999PERMANENT COMMITTEES OF SYNODCommittee on Arrangements:Cliff Glovier; Herb McCracken: Class of 1995Business of Synod Committee:Jim Carson, Ray Morton: Class of 1996Committee on Finance:Alaisdar Graham, Jay Worsham: Class of 1996Interchurch Committee:Andrew Schep, Jack White: Class of 1996Robert Henning: Class of 1994Representatives to the Presbyterian and Reformed Joint CommChaplains and Military Personnel:Dennis Pmtow: Class Of 1996Temperance CommitteeJohn Coombs, M.D., Raymond McCracken: Class of 1996SPECIAL COMMITTEESCommittee to Consider the Merits of Paper 93-3:David Carson, Chairman, Norman Carson, David WeirCommittee to Study the Proposed Amendments to the Testimony93-5: William Edgar, Godfrey Franklin, Thomas Reid, Edmund Schisler,James Wright, Chairman

140 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEJudicial Committee to Study the Issues Raised in Paper 93-10:C. Adjemian, Chr., Martin Wilsey, Donald Piper, Willard McMillan,John WhitePsalm Translation Committee:N. Carson, C. Copeland, J. Leach, D. LoweSPECIAL SERVICESStated Clerk: Louis Hutmire: 3-year TermDenominational Treasurer: Louis Hutmire: 3-year TermDirector of Publications and Managing Editor of The Covenanness: Drew and Lynne Gordon: 3-year TermDirector of Youth Ministries: James Pennington (1/4 Time; T-12/31/94)LETTERS OF REMEMBRANCE12 FromWylie CaskeyDoug ChamberlainClark CopelandWilliam CornellJohn O. EdgarKermit EdgarGodfrey FranklinRichard GanzRon GoodMatthew HadwenHarold HarringtonMilton HarringtonKenneth HoffmanTom HoustonRichard HutchesonJames KemCharles Leach(continues)Samuel BoyleKit SwartzHoward ElliotChristopher WrightWebster FieldsWilbur CopelandGordon KeddieChristian AdjemianWayne DuffieldKenneth SmithEd RobsonPaul McCrackenDouglas CominDuncan LoweJohn McMillanBill EdgarKit Swartz

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 141IQJonathan LeachToshio MasunagaPaul MathewsJ.E. McElroyWaldo MitchelJoseph PaulEd PittsDennis PmtowDean SmithGene SpearWilliam StenettShigem TakiuraHarold ThompsonS. Bmce WillsonMartin WilseyPaul WilsonRenwick WrightSamuel YounFromStanley CopelandRobert McCrackenRoy BlackwoodPhilip MartinDanell ParnellSidney Van CampRay JosephAndy McCrackenKeith MagillPhilip PockrasRobert McCrackenRobert HenningRay HemphillJerry MilroyTim McCrackenBob HemphillEd RobsonBmce BackenstoThe report of the Committee to Resolve the Impasse on OrdinationQuery #8 was taken up. The preface to the issues of concern inrecommendation #2 of the report was taken up and adopted. Thereport as a whole was approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE SPECIAL COMMITTEEON QUERY #8 IMPASSEDear Fathers and Brethren,Two RPCNA presbyteries (Alleghenies and St. Lawrence) have withintheir bounds congregations which have ordained officers who have beenunwilling to take ordination Query # 8 in its entirety. These congregationshave not been instmcted by their presbyteries to rescind their actions tobring them into line with denominational standards, and in each case havestated that they did not feel they had the Biblical authority to do so. The1992 Synod, responding to the recommendation of its Judicial Committee,determined the appointment of this committee to help the Church solve the"impasse."In preparation for an on-site meeting, the committee members receivedrelevant materials from the St Lawrence and Alleghenies Presbyteries, or

142 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEcongregations within them, and related conespondence from two elderswho were members of one or the other of the two presbyteries. Thechairman prepared and sent out an "Initial Approach and Proposal"statement, which contained a bibliography of Confession and Testimonystatements and recent actions recorded in several of Synod's Minutes.Most importantly, the committee was charged with the responsibility forearnest prayer that in the face of what has appeared to be an insolubledilemma, God would use our work to lead Synod and the Church to asolution which will bring unity, direction and joy, and will allow ourbeloved Church to move on to vital denominational concerns needing itsearnest attention.The committee held its one on-site meeting in Colorado Springs, Colo.,on March 22-23,1993, during which time all fiveappointees were present.Attached to this report, the committee is presenting, unanimously, one setof recommendations. In discussing the doctrinal controversies involved,we discovered two procedural questions, especially revolving around:1. The question of whether the ordination vows are part of the "fundamentallaw" of the Church, or whether they are attached to it. (See theConstitution, Title Page, where the "Standards subordinate to the Word ofGod, the Confession of Faith, the Larger and Snorter Catechisms, theTestimony, the Directory for Church Government, the Book ofDiscipline,and the Directory for the Worship of God' are listed, and then these wordsare added, "Together with Official Vows and Forms"). Your committee,on the basis of precedence (see 7959 Minutes, p. 119, Para. 1) proceededon the assumption that ordination vows are indeed a part of the "fundamentallaw." We address this matter no further. 2. The question of who votesin overtures. Our investigation indicated that there remains some confusionon this matter (though Synod has approved certain policies in the past[7975 Minutes, pp. 84-85]). We are bringing a recommendation regardingovertures to try to remove any confusion and clarify the procedure.HISTORICAL REVIEWSynod should be reminded of the amazing amount of time,energy, andcost which the question of total abstinence, applied to the whole membershipof the denomination, or applied to its ordained officers only, hasrequired of the church courts. A brief historical review of the earlier periodin the Church is noted below. In the last twenty years the debate hasintensified. In addition to the papers presented, investment of committeestudy, reports written, and overtures sent down, one congregation left thedenomination in part over these issues. Members of Synod may study thesereferences in recent Synod Minutes and in the Confession and Testimonylisted in the bibliography at the end of this report.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1431836—Synod recommends to its members that they refrain frombuying and selling "ardent spirits." Report of Committee onTemperance, Minutes of Synod, 1882.1840—Motion entertained re "trafficking in ardent spirits" at thevery end of Synod that "all such traffic... is hereby prohibited inthis church."1841—Southern Presbytery (Albany and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia)requests that "something be done" about trafficking inardent spirits; Synod concurs unanimously that the members of theRPCNA should not be involved in the alcoholic beverage business.1853—New York Presbytery requests counsel from Synod concerningparticipation in civil government in cases where civilgovernment is moving to prohibit or restrain trade in alcoholicbeverages.1857—Synod makes the sale and use of intoxicating drinks, as abeverage, an offence deserving church discipline.1882—Temperance Committee reportstates that the Synod shouldhave the Church include in its Testimony an article "foreverprohibiting the manufacture, sale and use of intoxicating liquors asa beverage;" licensure should be refused to any candidate who isin the habit of indulging.1883—Synod passes a paragraph in its Testimony upholding totalabstinence as a standard for its members.1937—J. G. Vos queries the scriptural validity of the Testimony.1938—New Terms of Communion and a Covenant of ChurchMembership are adopted. Neither mention total abstinence, butsubscription to the content is required of every communicantmember, unlike our present separation of the membership from theordained office-bearers. A committee is formed to revise thequeries "in order to make them conform with the new Terms ofCommunion."1939—Cunent vows, including Vow # 8, are adopted, but not sentdown in sessional overture.RELATED BIBLICAL PRINCIPLESBelief in and practice of several Biblical principles seem to be involvedin this impasse:a. The Church is called to be the "pillar and support of the tmth" (1Timothy 3:15), and its officers are to take the lead in their whole-heartedcommitment to that tmth (Titus 1:9,1 Tim. 2:8-9).b. Within those parameters, the Church is to pursue unity among allChristians with determination, but especially and foundationally within its

144 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEown covenanted body of commitment to Christ (1 Cor. 1:10).c. Serious departures from these commitments, in doctrine or in life,must be dealt with and solved by instmctive discipUne (positive ornegative), or they ultimately wiU result in the Church's loss of credibiUtyand internal division. Sometimes final separation from the persons involvedis necessary.d. The importance of ordination causes it legitimately to fall within theproper spheres involving vow commitments (promises before God involvingan oath) (Acts 14:23; 20:28-32; 1 Peter5:1-5). (See Synod report, 1981Minutes, pp.124-125).e. The Church is committed to the "semper reformanda" process; thatin a sinful world the Word will always be reforming the Church, Godthrough that means bringing her into subjection to Him more and more.This has almost always involved heavy deliberative processes in theChurch Visible before reformation of the Church's convictions andsubordinate standards has occuned. (2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Peter 1:19). John PiperinThe Pleasures ofGod (p. 123) states, "Are there any significant biblicalteachings that have not been controversial? I cannot think of even one, letalone the number we all need for the daily nurture of faith. If this is tme,then we have no choice but to seek our food in the markets of controversy... as much as we would like it, we do not have the luxury of Uving in a worldwhere the most nourishing truths are unopposed." Therefore it should notsurprise us that issues where believers are deeply divided trouble thechurch, and that resolution of these often involves painful time-consumingeffort.f. Every believer conducts his life, and must make his decisions, inharmony with his God-enlightened conscience. Conscience is never thefinaljudgeof truth orright ("Thy Word is tmth," John 17:7), yet the Churchmust recognize the inviolability of its people's consciences in response tothat tmth ("Whatsoever is not of faith is sin," Romans 14:23). The Churchmust not only seek to train its people's consciences in the tmth, but it mustrecognize the presence of these consciences in every member and make asfull provision as possible for its people to live and act conscientiously.g. There is a corporate conscience in the body of Christ. In addition tothe individual conscience, all believers must recognize the existence andvalidity of this group conscience, a sample of which, with respect to lawfulchurch authority, is described in Acts 15 and 16 (vs. 4,5). The JemsalemCouncil clearly was one of those "lawful authorities" now referred to in ourRP Testimony, Chap. 20, Para. 5. BeUevers are called to render "duesubmission to them." These conscientious stmctures, made up as they areof many individual consciencesi acting corporately in mling the Church,

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 145are essential to the unity of the body of Christ. (See also ConfesFaith, Chap. 20, Para. 4, Constitution, Pg. A-60)FOCUS: THE INDIVIDUAL CONSCIENCEIn the estimation of your committee, the debate over Query #8 has, forthe most part, focused on the individual conscience of believers. It has beeninsisted, and with a great deal of Biblical support, that the Church'sresponsibiUty before God is so to believe and teach in harmony with theBible that believers may Uve in good conscience within that body. Andwhen conscientious objections to the Church's positions are raised, theChurch must allow its positions to be tested by those individual consciences.This results in decisions as to whether the convictions of thoseindividuals are informed by God's revelation and therefore should becomethe position of the Church, or whether they should not. This principle ofthe Church being tested before God's Word has been used by Himeffectively through the centuries to force the Church to re-examine itsassumptions and positions, and to adopt a more clearly Biblical stand, i.e.to be constantly re-formed by the Word.THE CONSCIENCE OF THE BODYBut there is a problem here. What of the "conscience of the body?" Inthe history of church synodsand councils, there has been a host of issuesdebated pro and con. Decisions have been made, and the conscience of thebody has been expressed. By the "conscience of the body" we mean thosedecisions that are rendered reflecting the understanding and convictions ofa majority of the rulers of the Church. Conscience, therefore, the consciencebefore God of a majority of the Church's ralership, becomes thedetermining force in establishing the law and order of the Church, in thelight of God's Word asit is understood. Such conscientious decisions,difficult as they are to make and sustain, have been necessary. No effectiveoversight and care of the Church could have existed without them.Today we wrestle with sharp differences of opinion and an "impasse"within the courts of the RPCNA over Query #8, and its requirement of totalabstinence for aU of its ordained officers. Similarly, other reformedchurches wrestle over other issues. Should women be permitted ordinationto the office of deacon? Is there any saving power in baptism? Shouldinfants be allowed to commune? Must all the infants of members bebaptized, or will the church allow a certain freedom to parent memberswith scruples about infant baptism? In each of these cases, many in thisSynod would feel that the answers are patent. We would have strongconvictions that a position or a course of action is required by Scripture,and others should quickly see this and conform to it. Instead, these issues

146 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD Ub THEcontinue to burden the Church, it would seem, endlessly! We therefoconclude that the individual conscience is not the only concern. If thechurch is not to splinter into a million fragments (something clearly out ofharmony with God's revealed will) there must be a way in which theconscience of the individual and the conscience of the body may functiontogether in harmony and peace.THE "IMPASSE"It is your committee's conviction that an understanding of thesedistinctions is absolutely vital to the resolution of the impasse. It is clearthat many individuals presently ordained or seeking ordination within theRPCNA have felt a high level of concern about the promise before Godtotally to abstain, that is required in Query # 8. Some have refused to takeit, others in taking it have qualified away its stated promise. Presbyterieshave brought these issues to the Synod. The Synod, having debated theissue several times, voted in 1986 (See Minutes, pp. 159-160), and again in1990 (See Minutes, p. 133) by two-thirds majorities, to send query changesdown in overture. These overtures did not receive the required two-thirdsapproval of the sessions of the denomination. Synod has instmctedPresbyteries to require their congregations to yield to the Church'scorporate conviction not to approve a query change. Yet two presbyterieshave failed to yield to the eldership of the denomination in its overture andin its specific declarations.Two issues are at stake here. One is the issue of individual conscience,the other that of denominational authority. The problem pits the individualconscience (in this case many individuals) against the conscience of thewhole mling body of the Church.Your committee believes that the integrity of our presbyterian order isat stake here. Individuals, sessions, and even presbyteries have taken astand that is in resistance to orderliness and orderly change in biblicalchurches. We believe that this can, and must, be repudiated and repentedof before God. To do otherwise is to invite chaos and unbiblical congregationalindependence. At the same time we also believe that the denominationhas failed before God to realize the sanctified intensity of theconscientious convictions of many of its godly leaders, especially many ofits teaching elders, and that a change in the query is absolutely essential.Courts of Synod, charged with the responsibility of overseeing and mlingthe Church, and making decisions pursuant to that goal, only to findthatthe "larger Synod," the larger body of elders charged with overtures,months later vote in opposition to their stand, face anachronistic confusion.Is the Synod, constituted in Christ's name, and bearing His authority,to be in conflict with the larger body of elders not meeting together as the

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 147highest court? Is the Synod, taking one stand, to be the enforcer of adifferent stand taken by the larger overturing body? Such questions pressin upon us as elders charged with promoting the peace and order of a branchof Christ's Church.WHERE ERROR HAS COME INWe believe therefore:1. That the sessions which ordained without requiring Query #8 werewrong, and that presbyteries were wrong in not enforcing the Synod'srequirements. Especially do we believe that this lack of enforcement didnotrespond to the interpretation made by the Synod in 1981 (Minutes, Page128, para. 2,4): "As long as the church bases its position overtly on theBible, it does not violate the individual's liberty of conscience... as longas (it) presents its requirements as based upon Scripture, is willing tosupport its interpretation of Scripture by the use of sound exegeticalprinciples, and does not suppress legitimate discussion of its positions, itshould not be charged with improperly binding the conscience." Somehave argued that the Church has not presented this argument formally.Your committee is not in agreement with some of the arguments of pastSynod reports presented in favor of the total abstinence requirement. Butwe are convinced that, although Synod reports have not attempted tomarshall all relevant biblical defenses of the present position into oneplace, we cannot charge it with making no conscientious appeal to theScripture. Appeals to Scripture have been made over and over again. (Seee.g. Synod's adopted view, 1986Minutes, p. 155, "The Scriptural basis fora total abstinence requirement has been discussed extensively over the lastgeneration, and numerous papers and reports presented to the Synod haveconcerned different aspects of that basis... we observe... that the Synodof 1975 acted upon the conviction that the Scriptures and the church'sconfessional standards favored a view of the authority of the churchwherein total abstinence could lawfully be required in order to preventoffenses and to promote mutual edification.") The Church, therefore, hasrequired the taking of the query, and this subscription, since it has requireda limited regulation of behavior and not a belief-commitment, has notbound the consciences of those taking it The query either should have beentaken (as it has been recently in the case of a deacon in the Smiths FallsCongregation) as not binding the conscience, or men refusing to take itshould not have been ordained.2. The two presbyteries were wrong to allow the consciences ofindividuals, of sessions, and even of presbyteries to emerge as superior tothe corporate conscience of the highest mling body of the Church. Andthey were wrong, in any case, in not requiring the actions mentioned above,

148 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEbecause the Church, through orderly processes, had not changed itsposition. No presbytery, unless it is convinced that the Synod and body ofoverturing elders stands willingly, stubbornly, and maliciously againstGod's will, has a rightto permit such resistance. Of course, appeals can bemade. But they were made and the Synods issued their decisions andcounsel. Those decisions are always finaluntil they are reconsidered at thenext Synod meeting. The two presbyteries were wrong in not yielding tothem.3. The committee believes that the denomination was in enor in itsovertured decision. Your committee, to a man, is committed to the practiceand the wisdom of total abstinence. We have taken no polls, but areconvinced that the leadership of this denomination in a vast majority isconvinced that the stance of total abstinence is the "wise and proper" standfor them. The question in most cases is not whether men will totallyabstain, but whether the Church should require a query that so manybelieve (your committee also) is beyond the clear requirement of theScripture. We, in this report, are not going to argue the Biblical case again.Synod reports have been presented in the past that we believe adequatelydemonstrate the lack of a clear and overwhelming prohibition of the use ofbeverage alcohol at all times and places. Your committee has been stronglyinfluenced by those passages in the pastoral epistles where the Spirit, byPaul, deals direcdy with the question of drinking by ordained officers. Theelder is to be "not given (addicted) to wine" (meparoinon, Titus 1:7 and1 Tim. 3:3). The deacon is not to be "given up to (addicted) to much wine"(me oino polio prosexontas, 1 Tim. 3:8). The Holy Spirit is clear as to therequirement for ordained officers. In a passage where God has madeordination requirements explicit, we find no justification whatever inrequiring more than He requires. We are therefore recommending that thisBiblical requirement and statement be brought directly to our ordinationqueries in the context of other commitments. This will be reflected in ourrecommendation s.THE PURPOSE OF OVERTURESIn the Directory For Church Government, Pages D-35,36, Chap. 7 on"The Synod," it is stated, "It (Synod) is responsible for the continuingreformation of the church in maintaining the subordinate standards of thechurch in harmony with the Scriptural tmth and order. Its decisions arefinal, but its authority is limited by its subordinate standards." Theproposed alteration in Query #8, in the committee's recommendations, isan attempt to continue this reforming process, and to bring the church into"harmony with Scriptural tmth." This proposed change should not beconsidered in isolation from other already-overtured and adopted state-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 149ments in the Testimony, Chap. 26, Pages A-91, A-92. They not onlythat it is "altogether wise and proper that Christians refrain from the use,sale and manufacture of alcoholic beverages," but hedge in all possibleuses of different kinds of dangerous substances, including "escape"through them, by the raleof "being careful not to conform to the attitudesand the practices of the world." Your committee, therefore, desires that theSynod adopt and forward the overture contained in Recommendation 6 tothe sessions with the exhortation that the purpose of voting on changes inthe fundamental law of the Church is to bring our subordinate standardsinto greater harmony with Scriptural tmth and order. Therefore, an eldervoting on an overture should, before God, do as much preparation beforevoting as any delegated member of the Synod.RESPONSE TO APPEAL FROM PRESBYTERYOF THE ALLEGHENIESThis report will respond briefly to arguments (written in quotationmarks) contained in the August 5, 1992 appeal of the Presbytery of theAlleghenies to the Synod:1) "Ordination vows should express the faith-commitments of theofficers, not simply promises of conformity." We agree with this, but thevows taken by new ordinands involve not only their faith commitments asindividuals before God, but their faith commitments as members of acorporate covenanted community.2) "Since the promise of abstinence was added to the ordination queriesin 1939, Synod has not issued a substantive, positive argument, based onScriptural exegesis, for the requirement of total abstinence on the part ofofficers." We can agree in part, but under the section "Where Enor HasCome In," Item 1, above, we have argued that appeals have repeatedlybeen made to the Scripture, albeit not satisfactorily to many in the Synodand the Church.3) "Synod has allowed exceptions in the past to the enforcement ofQuery #8." One exception cited, a situation in South China in 1938, wasnot dealing with ordination vows. Query #8, as part of ordination vows,was not yet required then. The declaration made by a North Hills deaconthat in spite of Synod's action, he would no longer promise to abstaintotally, is said to have been reviewed both by Pittsburgh Presbytery andSynod, and no disciplinary action taken. Synod of 1975 apparently enedin not exercising discipline. Nonenforcement of the church's law, as apattern, will result in erosion of the respect due such law and the church'sinterpretation of it, and in "every man (or congregation) doing what is rightin his (its) own eyes." In retrospect, we do not approve of what was doneor not done in this matter in 1975, though two of the committee members

150 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEmay have been party to it.4) "The promise of abstinence in Query #8 has never been sent downin overture for the approval of the sessions." In 1980, Synod declared thatthis set of queries must be signed by all ordinands and licentiates and thisrequirement was overtured and approved. And even though the content ofQuery #8 may never have been isolated to be sent down in overture, Synodand the overturing elders approved it.5) "Enforcement of this requirement would continue the dichotomybetween faith and practice which has been growing in the Church." Werecognize the dichotomy. We strongly urge the Church to change the vowso as to be in harmony with the teaching of Scripture. We are attemptingto see that necessary change is pursued through orderly, rather thandisorderly, processes.6) "The requirement of total abstinence for officers is in tension withthe principle governing ordination vows adopted by Synod in 1981." Seeour comment regarding argument #2 above.The Presbytery of the Alleghenies, finalappeal is, "... that Synodwould not require the Presbytery of the Alleghenies to exercise disciplinein this matter, unless and until Synod itself, and the Church it represents,can come to agreement on the positive biblical reasons for making a vowof abstinence a condition for holding office in the Church." The problemwith allowing such release of the clear requirements of Synod andoverturing elders to stand is that it undermines the biblical principle oforderly change and proper oversight of the Church. If this were to begranted, it says to any individual or group within the denomination, "Youmay continue to operate independently of all that the courts of the Churchdeclare. If you disagree with overtured decisions, you may lodge yourappeal and do as you desire until the Church agrees with you." Such astandard can only result in an anarchic position, where congregationalindependency and a denial of the authority of Christ in His Church reign.We view it as a very serious enor, and we cannot approve of such a course.And because we believe that ordinands can take Query #8, binding theirpresent behavior without binding their consciences, we believe that sucha course of action is unnecessary.ACTION BY SMITHS FALLS SESSIONWithin the two presbyteries, St. Lawrence and AUeghenies, threesessions were involved: Smiths Falls, Oswego, and Grace Presbyterian(State College). Information needs to be given to the Synod concerning theaction of one them, the Smiths Falls session, dated August 29, 1992. Onthat date Christian Adjemian, moderator, presented a letter to the sessionwhich contained the following observations and appeal, the recommenda-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 151tions of which were adopted (Note: The committee has chosen not toidentify the ordinand in this information except as "the deacon"):"In our eagerness to fightthe unbibUcal clause of Vow #8,1 believe wehave lost sight of two things: 1. This is the only clause in all the ordinationvows that does not have direct and obvious bibUcal underpinnings; 2. Vow#9 is also a part of the set of ordination vows we took; it is completelybiblical and binding. We must be in obedience to it."Let me comment further on these two points..."The first: we must not lose sight of the fact that we all believe thedenominational standards of the RPCNA are biblically sound. Thatdoesn't mean they are perfectly pure. But, as one man put it to me once, 'Iwouldn't trade our set of problems for anybody else's set of problems.'This church has and continues to seek purity of doctrine and practice, byGod's grace."We are not fighting a cormpt and wicked church polity that seeks tosubvert biblical standards for its own perverse purposes. Rather, we arefaced with the results of the well intentioned (even if misguided) efforts ofelders who have preceded us to grapple with a social problem of massiveand destructive proportions (drunkenness). We have had enough experiencewith this evil in our own fellowship to understand the seriousness ofthe issue. If our brothers who have preceded us were wrong in thelegislative manifestation of their zeal, then we must use the lawfulchannels to conect their enors. (And this, it seems to me, we have beendying to do.) But let us not overlook the fact that we are dealing with onlyone clause of an otherwise sound and wise set of propositions."Secondly: Since we have vowed to be in subjection to the courts of thischurch, and engage to follow no divisive courses from the doctrine andorder which the church has solemnly recognized and adopted, we need toexamine carefully how we are attempting to conect the work of the elderswho have preceded us."It seems to me that we are in fact, at this time, following a divisivecourse and rejecting the highest (human) court of the church. Synod hasasked all ordained men to take Vow #8; we allow a man to defy the Synodon this point. We are, therefore, as a court of the Church, in defiance of theSynod.(Then proposed recommendations follow):"1. That we as a Session reconsider our handling of (the deacon's)refusal to take the abstinence clause of vow #8."2. That we ask (him) to take the abstinence clause with an explanation,so that he no longer be in defiance of the Synod and in violation of vow #9."3. That, if (he) should refuse, we ask him to step down as deacon untilthe courts of the Church have settled the matter of vow #8 in a way that does

152 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEnot trouble his conscience, and until such time as the congregation shcall him to serve again as deacon."4. That we inform the presbytery and Synod's special committee ofour actions and that we encourage the Oswego session to follow suit."5. That we publicly repent in writing before the presbytery and beforethe Synod, by means of the special committee, asking the Lord of theChurch to bring heaUng, unity, and strength to this church."6. That we continue to pursue the modification of vow #8 to make itmore in keeping with biblical teaching through aU the legal and nondivisiveavenues we have within the Church."On March 7,1993, (the) Deacon... of Smiths Falls congregation tookVow #8 with the abstinence clause before the session. At that time he reada statement in which he affirmed his conviction that this clause is anunbiblical requirement, and that he was promising to be bound in hisbehavior, but not in his conscience, on the basis of Vow #9. This action and(the deacon's) statement were read to the St. Lawrence Presbytery onMarch 10, 1993.CLARIFICATIONIn bringing this report to a close, your committee is united in wishingnot to be misunderstood. We continue to believe that abuse of alcohol andother drags is rebellion against God, and is sinful. It has been the sourceof immeasurable suffering and destruction. In recommending a change inthe query, we remind you of the following passages: "So then each one ofus shall give account of himself to God. . . .for if because of food yourbrother is hurt, you are no longer walking according to love. Do not destroywith your food him for whom Christ died... .do not tear down the workof God for the sake of food... .it is good not to eat meat or to drink wine,or to do anything by which your brother stumbles" (Romans14:12,15,20,21); "Act as free men, and do not use your freedom as acovering for evil, but use it as bondslaves of God" (1 Peter 2:16). Weremind the courts of the Church that they may not shrink from their dutyof church discipline in the case of the abuse of alcohol or other drags,whether it involves members of the Church or its officers.FINAL COMMITTEE APPEALWe appeal to you that, as you consider the following recommendations,you do so prayerfully, and that you eamestiy seek the unity of the body ofChrist and the welfare of your brothers and sisters in this branch of Hisbody. We are most desirous that in our body' s faith-commitments our dailybehavior be in harmony with them. That is our goal. May the God of allgrace enable us to be submitted to His will in this difficult matter.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 153We would further request that, since this has been such a divisive issuefor so long in the Church, and if the Synod sends a change down inoverture, sessions set aside the day for voting on the overture as a day forprayer and fasting, that God's Spirit might be pleased to visit us and thatthe unity of the Church might be preserved.Recommendations1. That Synod allow a maximum of two hours to respond to the content anddirection of our report with a maximum of 10 minutes per speaker.2. That Synod determine not to exercise judicial discipline due to pastactions resulting in the impasse over Query # 8.However, in order to promote the peace, unity, and order of the church,and in an effort to respect and encourage all parties involved in thisimpasse, and concerned "to lay upon you (the church) no greaterburden than these essentials" (following the model of the JemsalemCouncU in Acts 15:19-31;and 16:4,5), Synod prayerfully declares thefollowing:a. That the promise of total abstinence involved in present Query # 8 isofficially interpreted by the Synod as cunently directing allordinands' behavior, but does not bind the conscience.b. That until a change in the total abstinence requirement of Query # 8is approved by overture, all ordinands, including those who werepermitted in their ordinations to alter, explain, or not take the Query,are required to abstain totally from alcoholic beverages and habitformingnarcotics.c. Until a Query change is approved by overture, all future ordinationsmust require the taking of Query # 8, in light of the precedinginterpretation.d. That all presbyteries must enforce this requirement upon all ordinandsupon pain of judicial discipline.e. No further appeals which delay the implementation of Synod'sdirectives will be received.3. That Synod commend the Smiths Falls session through the St. LawrencePresbytery for its submission to the highest court of the Church,respond to its request by publicly granting our forgiveness, and be ledin a prayer of rejoicing in God for His solution.4. That the following proposed changes in ordination queries be adoptedby this Synod and sent down in overture:a) Query #8 to read "As an expression of your commitment to live aholy and exemplary life, do you promise 'not to be addicted towine.' and to show yourself a model of sobriety, restraint, andsound judgment in all areas of Ufe?"

154 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEb) New Query #9 to read "That you may faithfully perform aU the dutiesof the office to which you have been caUed, do you promise to seekthe guidance of the Holy Spirit, and in His strength to promote thepurity, peace, unity, and progress of the church... (then continuewith the remainder of present Query #8 applying to differentoffices...)?"c) Present Query #9 would become new Query #10.5. That in the event the proposed change above is sent down in overture,Synod's clerk provide to each elder eligible to vote on the overture acopy of this report, and the action of Synod, and that those elderssupporting the cunent view of the church be allowed to circulatematerials in opposition to the proposed change, with the pledge fromSynod that these materials be placed in the hands of aU voting elderswith the strong appeal that no vote be taken until each elder hasprayerfully studied the entire issue.6. That Synod supplement instmctions on overtures in the Book ofDiscipline, Chap. 8, Para. 5 (Page E-14) by declaring the definition ofa "provisional session" for purposes of voting on overtures to be asfollows:a) A provisional session, for purposes of consideration in voting on anoverture, exists only where there are less than 2 resident elected elders.Such sessions do not vote on overtures. One individual resident electedelder may cast a vote to be counted in the overall elder countb) 2 resident elected elders constitute a session entitled to cast votes on anoverture, even though there are provisional elders appointed on thatsession.c) Provisional elders on a session, not active and voting on any othersession, shall be allowed to cast a vote on the session they serve on, bothin determining the session vote, and the individual elder vote.7. That the committee be discontinued.RECENT BIBLIOGRAPHICAL REFERENCES1. 1975 Minutes. Pages 105-110, Report of Committee on OrdinationVows Binding the Conscience.2. 1981 Minutes. Pages 124-129, Report of Committee on the Nature ofOrdination Vows3. 1983 Minutes. Pages 150-155, Majority and Minority Reports ofCommittee on Ordination Vow # 8.4. 1985 Minutes. Pages 39, 86, 97, 111-123, Report of Committee toReview Vow #8.5.1986 Minutes. Pages 151-160,. Report of Committee to Review Vow #8.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1556.1990 Minutes. Pages 14,99,100,131-134, Reports of the Presbytery othe Alleghenies, the Judicial Committee, and the Committee to Determinethe Practical Necessity of Ordination Query #8.7. RPCNA Confession and Testimony. Constitution, Pages A-58 to A-60,Sections in Chapter 20, "Of Christian Liberty, and Liberty of Conscience."Respectfully submitted,Dennis OlsonJerry O'NeillDavid WeirJames WrightPaul McCracken, chairmanThe report of the Assistant Clerk on the Records of Presbyterieswas taken up. The report as a whole was approved and is as follows:PRESBYTERY RECORDS REPORTThe records of the foUowing Presbyteries and Commission weexamined and nothing was found contrary to the law and order of thechurch: Alleghenies, Atlantic, Midwest, Great Lakes-Gulf, Pacific Coast,St. Lawrence and the Japan Commission. Minor omissions, conections,and suggestions were noted and communicated to the appropriate presbyteries.Respectfully submitted,Jenold S. Milroy, Assistant ClerkThe report of the Resolution of Thanks Committee was taken up,approved and is as follows:REPORT OF THE RESOLUTION OF THANKS COMMITTEEWe, the 164th Synod of the RPCNA, give thanks to our God and King.We thank God for His many provisions to us during this time of Synod. Weare grateful for His gracious gift of His Son Jesus Christ our Savior. Weare thankful for each person that has come here as fellow workers in theKingdom of God.Synod appreciates the hard work of our Moderator, Paul McCracken;

156 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEClerk, Brace Martin; and Assistant Clerk, Jerry Milroy for their labors inleading the court of Synod. We appreciate the faithful work of LouisHutmire and Judy Linhart. We also appreciate WUlard McMillan and hissharing of the Word each moming.We thank the congregations here in Indiana for their hosting themembers of Synod on this past Lord's Day. We are thankful for the staffhere at Franklin College and their service to our needs.We are thankful for God's care for each one of us this week. We givethanks to God for being here with us at this meeting of Synod.Respectfully submitted,Mark EnglandRay JosephKarl MeekerRobert McFarland registered the following dissent to the action tochange Ordination Query #8:I respectfully express my dissent from the action of this Synod,lowering our position on the use of beverage alcohol from total abstinencefor our pastors and ruling elders. Before the Civil War, this denominationcame to the conviction that Negro slavery was wrong "unwise." They heldbefore the world a position of total abstinence of slavery (no slaves), notmoderation (few slaves). I pray that our Covenanter Church wiU continueto do no less with the use of alcoholic beverages. "Whatever you have seenin me, put into practice" (Phil. 4:9).Robert H. McFarlandDarrell Parnell, R. Bruce Parnell and Harold Faris registered thefollowing dissent to the action to change Ordination Query #8:As an expression of our love to all you brothers, but in order to indithe strength of our conviction and dissent from the action of Synodconcerning present Query #8, in all hunulity, following the example of theRechabites of old, and lest we forget what the law decrees in Proverbs 31,we stand before you as father and son to voluntarily renew our vow toabstain from alcoholic beverages and habit-forming narcotics and to soteach our families.Danell R. ParnellR. Bmce ParnellHarold Faris

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 157Glenn McFarland registered the following dissent to the action tochange Ordination Query #8:Again this year I must protest an action of Synod which I believe isunscriptural. I believe the Synod has chosen a false form of unity inpreference to righteousnessin its requirements for the ordained officers ofthe RP Church. God's Word asks us as Christians to "come out fromamong them and be ye separate (holy)", but this Synod has violated thiscommand in its action. Because of the "impasse" of several sessionsrefusing to conform to the past law of the church, the law has been changedto accommodate them. This unscriptural action I must protestGlenn E. McFarlandWilbur Copeland registered the following dissent to the action tochange Ordination Query #8:I voted against the lowering of our requirement of "total abstinence" felders of the RPCNA for the following reasons:When God created the formula for beverage alcohol He made it to bean addictive substance. He also said drunkenness is sin and that nodrunkard has eternal life. He also indicated it is very bad to cause a weakerbrother to stumble. There is no way an elder can encourage the antidrunkennessstance and use beverage alcohol himself. He is not at libertyto say, "Do as I say; don't do as I do." He does not have that Uberty.My personality and character traits are such that I want to continuedoing whatever I'm doing and from which I'm getting pleasure. I am aworkaholic. I want to keep on working when I get started. When I playI want to keep on playing. I once started to play golf and I had to quit whileI still could do so. I could not afford the time and money to be a golf addict.If I were to start on beverage alcohol the addiction would be even worsebecause alcohol is an addictive substance. It is only with great effort thatI can control eating. Gluttony is a serious battle for me.I was in the army 44 months. I spent 16 years as a traveling salesman(away from home at least 4 nights and 5 days per week, approximately 50weeks per year). I was a frequent traveler in sales and management for 11years. I am cunendy involved in trying to help a fellow Christian, who isan alcoholic, to get his life back in order. I have been exposed to the effectsof beverage alcohol for many years. I have been in very close contact withhundreds, if not thousands, people afflicted with a drinking habit. Veryfew if any of them deliberately set out to be come alcohol dependents, butthey failed to remember that they are dealing with an addictive substance,until after they became addicted.

158 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEIf I as an elder am guilty of setting the example of using beveragealcohol, and a weaker brother, who may or may not realize his tendencytoward addiction, follows my example rather than my words and becomesaddicted, I bear some of the blame. If I had voted to abandon this historic"total abstinence" requirement I would also share in the guilt of the sin ofdrunkenness. Elders are required to live a more exemplary lifestyle thanis required of a person to become a member of our denomination. Both arerequired to continually bring their lives into more complete and totalcompliance with God's requirements.The scholars who have led us into abandoning our total Abstinencestance seem to feel that their 25 or 30 years of scholarship is more valid thatthe 450 years of Puritan scholarship which preceded them. I am notquestioning the scholarship of these present scholars. I am saying that ourPresbyterian philosophy demands that we yield to Puritan wisdom andexperience, in true submission. There were many venerated, skilleddevoted and Reformed scholars among themI must record my opposition to the action taken by our Synod.Wilbur CopelandThe Minutes were read for the final time and approved.Synod took a fifteen-minute recess at 10:45 a.m.Synod joined together for the closing worshi p service. Jay Worshamled Synod in the singing of Psalm 133A and Greg Adams led in prayer.Synod sang Psalm 132B. Glen Chin read Judges 5:1-9 and RobertHemphill preached God's Word from Judges 5:2 on the theme,"When the Plane Lands or the Car Parks Back Home." Bill Robertsled in a prayer of sending. Synod sang Psalms 127A and 126A. RobertHemphill concluded the service with the benediction.Synod adjourned at 11:40 a.m., being led in prayer of adjournmentby Paul McCracken.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 159APPENDIXIN MEMORIAMREV. DONALD WILLIAM FELKEROn November 25,1992, the day before Thanksgiving, Donald WiUiamFelker was called to his eternal home in the presence of our lovingHeavenly Father. Don was visiting his children and had just arrived inPittsburgh when his heart failed. He had just timeto communicate his loveto his wife before he was with the Lord.Donald WUUam Felker was bom October 5, 1932, in Bower Hill,Pennsylvania. He was the son of Donald and Bertha Felker and the brotherof Shirley Can. He grew up in Pittsburgh attending its pubUc schools andgraduating from Taylor Allderdice High School.He enrolled at Geneva College, where Don received not only a degree,but a permanent change in his Ufe. It was here that he was exposed to themessage of the gospel. Don tmsted in the risenChrist as his personalSavior and for the firsttime began to live for God. After graduating fromGeneva College and the Reformed Presbyterian Seminary, he was ordaineda minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in Orlando,Florida, in June 1956.Believing God was calling him to an educational ministry, he returnedto school and received a doctorate of Educational Philosophy and Psychologyfrom Indiana University in Bloomington. The remaining years of hisprofessional Ufe were given to equipping young men and women insideand outside the church to use the gifts God and given them.Don became Dean of Purdue University's School of Consumer andFamily Science in 1987. Before that he was the chairman of the EducationalPsychology Department at the University of South Carolina, aposition he had held since 1983. From 1980 to 1983 he served faithfullyas president of Geneva College in Beaver FaUs, Pennsylvania. He hadbeen head of Purdue's Department of Child Development and FamilyStudies from 1974 to 1980.He married Evelyn Harrington Felker in May of 1954 and fivechildrenwere given them; Donald, Linda, Ruth, Shirley, and Jeff. Don was also afather to many foster children. Out of these experiences came a desire toleam how children develop their view of God, themselves, and the world.It was his desire to help them unlearn the harmful messages they hadbelieved about themselves and leam the truth of God. He applied the truthof God's abundant grace and love in all his relationships. He was a son who

160 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEloved his parents, a husband who praised and nurtured his wife, a fatwho praised and affirmed his children and grandchildren, and a lovingbrother and uncle who looked for ways to bless and encourage. As abrother in Christ, he was faithful to build up and love the family of God.In his work relationships, his co-workers know him as an honest scholar,an able and compassionate administrator, and a good friend.Don will be remembered as a man who deeply loved God and people,and who worked diligently to serve both. He was a faithful elder in theWest Lafayette congregation. He firstserved in the congregation's beginningyears and then again after his retum to West Lafayette in 1987. Don'sselfless commitment to the church, his practical wisdom, and his faithfulconcern for people were used by God to advance the work of the Kingdom.We give praise to the Lord for the good works God allowed Don to do,and the joy he found in the midst of a broken world."Precious in thesight of the Lord is the death of his saints" (Ps. 11IN MEMORIAMREV. GEORGE MACKAY ("MAC") ROBB, D.D. (1903-1992)Mr. Moderator, fathers and brethren,It is my personal privilege to remember today a member of this courtwho was called to his eternal Home on December 16,1992 at the ReformedPresbyterian Home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. MacKay Robb wasthe fourth child of the honored pioneer missionary Dr. A.I. Robb, who wason the first team to open our denominational mission in South China at TakHing on the West River in Kwangtung Province, China.Mac Robb' s sister Miss Alice E. Robb wrote in her book Hoi Moon, thehistory of the Reformed Presbyterian's South China Mission, as follows:"On March 17, 1903, A.I. Robb's fourth child was bom at Tak Hing,a son named George MacKay. His mother was very iU, he was prematureand only by God's grace secured his arrival." Mac's mother, Mrs. A. I.Robb died on November 16, 1903, and was buried in the mission compoundat Tak Hing. Her cause of death was malaria.For the better care of his motherless children, Dr. A. I. Robb returnedto America and took his family to live with relativesin Denison, Kansas.As Mac was growing up he lived with relativesin Denison and Quinterin Kansas; Moming Sun, Iowa, where he graduated from High School in1922. He graduated from the University of California in Los Angeles in1928. In 1931 he graduated from the Reformed Presbyterian Seminary inPittsburgh, Pa. He was licensed to preach in 1929.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 161Mac Robb served as pastor in these Reformed Presbyterian congregations:Lake Reno RP Church in Glenwood, Minnesota; Cambridge,Mass.; second time at Lake Reno, Glenwood, Minnesota; Syracuse, NewYork; Sharon, Iowa; Kansas City, Missouri.Dr. Robb most capably served our church by laboring with theChristian Amendment Movement from September 1943 as a lobbyist inthe U. S. Congress helping to get the Christian Amendment introduced in1947,1949,1951.On June 16,1933, Dr. Robb was married to Miss Ruth Russell. Theyhad no children.As a long-time friend of Mac Robb, during his youthful days in Kansas,as a roommate in the Seminary, and as a brother in Synod and as a closeChristian friend until his death at the Aged People's Home, I was blessedin getting to visit him at the Home near the time of his finaldeparture.It is perhaps insensitive on this occasion to mention Mac's sense ofhumor, but it was so much a part of his richChristian character that we shallalways remember it. As Rev. Raymond P. Joseph, recent moderator ofSynod, expressed it in his tribute to Mac in the Covenanter Witness:"When Mac spoke, all of Synod paid attention. He possessed that raresense of humor which often had us chuckling, even as it adroitly contributedto the serious issue he was ably espousing."I close with a story of Mac Robb's use of humor. One of our veryearliest lobbying efforts was a call on a Congressman from Kansas. As wepushed our way into his private office Mac reached out to shake hands andsaid: "Congressman, it may well be said of us as it was of those earlyapostles, 'Silver and gold have we none, butwedo have lotsof brass.' TheKansas congressman broke into laughter and welcomed us to present ourrequest. He became one of the first members of Congress to indoduce theChristian Amendment in Congress.REPORT OF THE REFORMATION TRANSLATIONFELLOWSHIPDear Fathers and Brothers,The Reformation Translation FeUowship requests prayer on its behalfjust as the Apostle Paul did of others that "praying at the same time for usas well, that God may open up to us a door for the word" (Col. 4:3). As welook at mainland China and hear the experts' views of what may happenin the future, God may be preparing the way for the door to be wide openby the year 2000. At that time it is estimated that thirty-five percent of the

162 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEunreached people might be in mainland China. We desire your prayers thGod would indeed open the door wide in China for evangeUstic work andthat the RTF would be ready to respond when God opens the door.One significant change for the RTF during the past year has been therelocation of Dr. Charles Chao to California from Taiwan. He continuesdaily his work of writing and translating, but he is no longer involved inthe overseas operation of printing and distributing. His son, Dr. JonathanChao, has been named International Director and is responsible for thework of publication, publicity, and distribution abroad. A lending libraryof RTF books is being started in the United States. This is an attempt to getwider recognition and use of RTF materials by Chinese in North America,especially students who may be studying at universities and colleges here.The RTF is thankful for the support of the RPCNA and its ForeignMission Board in its paying the salary of Dr. Charles Chao. With thanksgivingto God, we can also report there has been an increase in financialsupport by many individuals, families, and congregations. Particularlynoteworthy are the contributions from congregations in the OrthodoxChristian Reformed, Reformed Presbyterian, and Orthodox Presbyteriandenominations as well as individual congregations of the Old PathsReformed Fellowship, Dutton Independent Reformed Church, PuritanEvangelical Church. We are also thankful that a number of congregationshave sponsored a Remember China Day to emphasize China and the workof the RTF.Dr. Robert Heimburger continues as president of the American Boardof the RTF and labors diligently to let the work and ministry of the RTFbe more widely known. We are grateful to the Bloomington, Ind., RPC, forproviding office space for the RTF and help with the various mailings. Weare also thankful to Robb TweddeU of Geneva College for his invaluablesupport in providing mailing labels to us. We also appreciate the efforts ofLaurence Curry in auditing the books.Dr. Chao's autobiography Out of the Tiger's Mouth, has been widelyreceived. It is a stirring testimony of God's grace being active in livestoday. We are thankful that materials published by the RTF are findingtheir way to Chinese Christian leaders in mainland China and throughoutthe Pacific rim of Asia. Please pray that his flow of materials would be evengreater and that the RTF would have increased ability to meet this risingneed.Respectfully submitted,William L. Roberts

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 163NATIONAL REFORM ASSOCIATIONI would like to begin this report by giving credit where it is due—atthrone of the triune God. He continues to provide the National ReformAssociation with the sort of media exposure for which other organizationsspend tens of thousands of doUars:I continue to co-host the "Friday Roundtable" on WORD-FM radio inPittsburgh. Every week I am introduced as the editor of The ChristianStatesman, "the oldest continuously pubUshed Christian publication inAmerica." This is an hour of exposure during drive time on a major marketFM radio station.I also appear regularly on "His Place," Cornerstone Television's mosthighly watched TV show, which, by the way, is now broadcast oversatellite and across the nation.God has also been generous in the area of print media: Last fall Ireceived a phone call from a reporter fromthe Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.He was doing a story on the Religious Right and had heard my name. Iexplained to him about the history of our movement and how we aredistinct from the Religious Right. The interview went on for almost twohours. Several weeks later, I was surprised when my wife brought homea copy of the newspaper. There was the story on the front page, upper lefthand comer, Sunday edition: the largest possible reading audience.Furthermore, the article was almost completely based on our discussion,to the point where I was quoted in the headline. The Christian Statesmangot strong billing as weU.Let me give another example of God's providence. A couple of monthsago, I got a call from a man I know who is a conespondent fat Newsweek.The magazine was doing a cover story on white males and their perceptionof persecution against themselves. He asked me if I had any comment onthis. I told him I had reservations about the racial aspect of it, but that Iwould be happy to discuss the issue of the feminist war on manhood, andfatherhood in particular, especially as a sign of rebeUion against God'screated order. We did the interview, and this received a full paragraph inthe 2.5 million-reader magazine's cover story, which mentioned TheChristian Statesman as the oldest Christian magazine in the nation.That kind of exposure is valuable, largely because it leads to othermedia. A few days after this, I got a phone call from KRLD, an all-newsradio station in Dallas. They asked for an interview. We did a fifteenminutesegment on various religion-and-society types of issues. Afterward,the producer asked me if they could keep my name on fileas a regularresource person on these types of issues.A few days later, I got a phone call from "Clark & Company," a

164 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEstatewide caU-in show on Wisconsin Public Radio. We did an entire hourinterview. Things were said in that interview that I doubt have ever beensaid in the history of public radio. Words like "patriarchy" and "theocracy"were used, and yet there were no fatalities.It is evident to me that God desires to expand his Kingdom at this timeand that He will make a way for His word. If we remain faithful to thisword, He wiU continue to provide.COUNSELORS, NOT KINGSAlthough the NRA was at one time the largest institutional expressionof evangelical political concern, it is now very small. We don't have largenumbers of people (our main subscriber list has increased about 50% sinceI've been director but that's still only a few thousand names), and we don'thave large amounts of money (I started as a volunteer, received a half-timesalary for a time, and wUl soon go back on volunteer status). Therefore,if we are going to have an impact, it will most likely be as counselors toother organizations.This, in fact, is how we have been proceeding. For the past two years,I have been working with Rick Schenker, the state director of PennsylvaniaChristian Coalition. This is the Pennsylvania expression of Pat Robertson' sincreasingly visible and effective organization, Christian CoaUtion. I siton the Pennsylvania board and have worked closely with Rick to developa detailed plan of grassroots, Christian political action. I recently learnedthat this plan received the Free Congress Foundation's Award for InnovativeGrassroots Political Technology.I have also been involved with the National Christian Coalition,advising them on how they might use computers to become more effectivein political action.There are both cases of institutional leverage. By helping to expand theeffectiveness of larger social movements, such as the Religious Right, atthe same time teaching them the historic Calvinistic approach to politicalthought, we can reach and empower hundreds or even thousands of timesthe number of people already in our movement.Ronald Reagan used to have a plaque hanging on the wall in the OvalOffice: "There is no limit to what a man might achieve as long as he doesn'tcare who gets the credit." This it due of movements and organizations aswell.PUBLISHINGThe Christian Statesman continues to improve: Our latest issue had ashort article form Kirk Fordice, governor of Mississippi, who got in bigdouble last year for his statement that "we are a Christian nation." We

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 165tested his limits a bit on just how "Christian" a nation he thinks we sbe. The next issue will contain an article from former Congressman andIndependent Presidential candidate John Anderson.Subscriptions have grown considerably from an ad campaign in "GreatChristian Books." Also, we have received positive letters to the editorfrom such notables as World magazine editor Joel Belz, author GeorgeGrant, and Operation Rescue founder Randall Terry.In other publishing matters: I should soon be finishedwith my book,GiveTillltHurts.AChristianCritiqueofthe UnitedWay. This is intendedto expand our critique of non-Christian institutions beyond governmentinto charitable enterprises as well. There is no neudality in government orin philanthropy.OTHER MATTERSThis past spring I taught a course on Social Ethics at Ottawa TheologicalHall, at the invitation of Harold Harrington and Rich Ganz. This waswell received.NRA board member Jack Perry ran for the U.S. Senate in Pennsylvaniaon a third-party ticket. He ran explicitly as a Christian and a NationalConfessionalist He received a higher percentage of the vote than any otherthird-party candidate in the history of the state. He ran as a libertarian, andhe received more votes in Pennsylvania than the Libertarian presidentialcandidate got in the whole nation, and 12 times more than any otherlibertarian in the history of the state.NRA-East, our New York/New Jersey affiliate, is working on a manualfor a church-based poor relief program, and also is setting up a series ofmeetings in Poland next year to discuss the Christian principles of civilgovernment.I have some major plans for this fall, which I am not at liberty to discussat this point, but I can say this much: If they pan out, they will be a verysignificant event in the histoiy of this movement.I am confident of this much: That God is on the move. May we be onthe move with Him.Respectfully submitted,Jerry Bowyer, executive directorTHE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN HOMEREPORT OF THE WOMAN'S ASSOCIATION PRESIDENTOne year ago at our 1992 Board organization and election meeting,Faith Martin accepted the nomination as President of the Woman's

166 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEAssociation, but expressed her intention to resign as Board President acompleting the 1992-93 term. At a weekend redeat in January, the Board,William J. Weir, adminisdator, and John P. Edgar, legal counsel, spentseveral hours reviewing the situation and considering various options opento the Board in responding to the upcoming change in leadership. Afterconsidering the advantages and disadvantages of various options, theBoard decided to pursue the creation of a new part time, paid positionwhich would fulfiU some of the tasks previously done by the Board ofDirectors through its President, while adding new tasks in areas where theBoard and the Adminisdator saw a need.The Board created a part time position to work in the areas of strategicplanning and public policy, continuing development of the Home'smission, publicity, grant procurement and development. Faith Martin hasaccepted a one year term in this position.The Board believes that by creating this new position the Board will beable to better fulfill its responsibilities. The Board asks for your prayersduring this challenging dansition in leadership. Faith Martin has servedthe Association and the Home with countless hours, outstanding energyand enthusiasm, and great skill. We rejoice that the Home wUl continue tobenefit from her gifts.Respectfully submitted,Ruth Felker Kolb, presidentTHE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN HOMEREPORT OF THE ADMINISTRATORI would like to begin this report by sharing how much the Home reliesupon the Pennsylvania Association of Non Profit Homes for the Aging(PANPHA) for important information affecting the decisions we makeand being an advocate for the population we serve. PANPHA not onlyprovides valuable information about what is happening in the public policyarena, but it also provides excellent professional friendships which theHome Adminisdation appreciates immensely. The Home has been amember of PANPHA since its inception in 1964.There are six important areas of responsibility which command muchof my attention with valuable help from staff. They are resident care,personnel management, financial management, regulatory compliance,policy, and property.We want those who live here to call us "home." We try to enhance thequality of life in every way possible. This past year we changed podiatrists,

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 167secured the services of a dentist who will come on site for those whoget to a dentist, and also secured the services of a psychologist whospecializes in geriatrics. Some of the social highhghts this past year werethe Genevans, Geneva College New Song, movies, downtown Pittsburghconcerts, summer trip on the Ohio River, and a Uve hoe down. This pastNovember 33% of the entire Home population was able to vote on electionday! At the very end of the year the Home purchased a new bus for residentuse which was made possible entirely by the memorial contributions forIsabel Crawford and the Scaife Family Foundation grant. It has recentlybeen delivered.Including reserved days for people in the hospital, our nursing censusaveraged 95%, while our residential census averaged 80%. We currentlyhave several residential rooms vacant, and we encourage anyone interestedto contact the Home for information about admission to the Home.One of the greatest assets the Home has is its staff. We have dedicatedpersonnel who provide professional and devoted service to the residents.For this I am very thankful. Marge Russell and Sandy Finnegan continueto serve with me as part of the Home Adminisdation. It is a constantchallenge to secure capable staff, and I ask that you would continue to praythat God would provide the rightpeople to be a part of our team.It is very difficult to bring the Home's operating expenses into balancewith our operating and non-operating revenue. Our operating expensesexceeded our revenues by $54,313, however this is an improvement overthe previous year. 66% of the Home's 1992 operating budget went towardpersonnel, personnel related expenses, and professional fees and consultants.The Home continues to be very dependent upon its non-operatingrevenues to break even. It is critical that the Home make every effort toenhance and promote fund raising and the securing of grant monies. Thiswill take careful planning.It is also very important that we take every precaution to protect theHome's charitable organization and property tax exemption status. A fewnon profit facilities in Pennsylvania have had this status challenged, andone case has gone all the way to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and isawaiting a decision by that body. This decision could have significantramifications for all non profit health care providers in Pennsylvania.The Home continues to go through a host of regulatory inspections inorder to operate the Home. Once again we have been able to secure the statelicenses to operate a long term health care facility and a personal careboarding home. During 1992 the Americans with DisabUities Act cameinto the picture as well as tightened OSHA regulations which required allhealth care facilities to write and implement an Exposure Condol Plan to

168 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD Ub 1HKproperly care for people with diseases such as HIV or Hepatitis Bsignificant change which we are already beginning to work with thiscoming year is an entirely new Medicaid reimbursement system whichreimburses a nursing home based upon the medical conditions, functionallosses, and rehabilitation needs of the nursing resident. It is uncertain atthis time how this wiU affect the amount of Medicaid reimbursement forour nursing patients.A significant new policy during this past year is a policy entitledAdvance Health Care Directives. To keep our existing policy on care of theterminally ill resident in harmony with the newly passed legislation onliving wills, the Home's Medical Committee and Policy Committee mettogether and worked out a new policy entitled Advance Health CareDirectives and Care Guidelines. You are free to direct any questions aboutthis policy to the Home Adminisdator.Finally, this was the year we had to conect the rotting stairs and wallsin the cendal Courtyard and replace our computer hardware. We continueto use our funded depreciation dollars for replacement of property, plant,and equipment.The complexity of operating a retirement and health facUity willalways be with us. I ask for your prayer support as we continue to care forthe Home residents in a way that is pleasing to God.William J. WeirAdminisdatorPROPOSED REVISIONTHE DIRECTORY FOR THE WORSHIP OF GODThe biblical and doctrinal bases for the Directory for Worship arin the Westminster Confession of Faith arid the Reformed PresbyterianTestimony, Chapters 20-22 and 25-29, and conesponding sections of thesubordinate standards.CHAPTER 1GENERAL DIRECTIONS1. "Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him forever."(Shorter Catechism, A. 1). Congregational worship is the highest joy,privilege and duty redeemed man can offer to glorify and enjoy the Triune

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 169God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Worship is to be offered in harmony wthe Scriptural principle that whatsoever is not commanded in the worshipof God is forbidden. The purpose of the Directory for Worship is to guideGod' s people in giving glory to God as they gather together as families andcongregations. This Directory wUl help God's people through theirworship to acknowledge their commitment to Christ, to grow spiritually,to encourage one another, and to serve Him in the Church and before theworld.2. The covenanted worshipping institutions recognized in God's Wordare (in addition to the individual), the family, the church and the state.Individuals and families should faithfully participate in the regularlyappointed public worship on the Lord's Day.3. From the resunection of Christ, God appointed the first day of theweek, the Christian Sabbath, the Lord's Day, to be devoted to His worship.The session may designate additional times for public worship, for prayer,repentance, thanksgiving, and pubUc covenanting.4. Sanctification of the Day requires diligent attendance upon theordinances of public worship, unless providentially hindered. The Lord'sDay may be further observed by personal Bible reading and study,instructing and catechizing the children in the home, and family worship.5. No unchangeable order of corporate worship should be establishedby the church, but the following elements are ScripturaUy authorized: callto worship, praise, corporate confession of faith, prayer, the presentationof offerings, the reading of Scripture, preaching the Word, the sacramentsand the benediction.6. The public worship of Almighty God should be conducted in dignityand reasonable comfort. Though a dedicated building is not necessary, theworshipping congregation should maintain suitable facUities which contributetoward the worship of our holy God.7. Divine worship must be in spirit and in tmth. Worshipers who enterthe house of God come into the presence of Him who is infinite and eternal.From the Call to Worship to the Benediction, the public and corporateworship of God should proclaim the church as one body united inexpressing her joy, adoration and praise of God the Father, God the Sonand God the Holy Spirit.CHAPTER 2THE PARTS OF PUBLIC WORSHIP1. The Scriptures do not prescribe an order of worship. The followingis a suggested order for congregational Sabbath-moming worship: call toworship; singing of a Psalm; prayer of adoration; the reading of a Psalm

170 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEand its explanation; singing the Psalm; receiving of tithes and offerings;reading of Scripture; preaching the Word; prayer; singing a Psalm; and theBenediction. The order of these parts may be varied, and every pubUcworship service need not include all these elements. SmaU-group, family,and individual worship wiU be simpler.WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS2. The pastor or the one presiding may appropriately welcome thecongregation to worship, in the name of Jesus Christ.3. A printed bulletin giving the order of service is helpful, especially forvisitors, and may include announcements of congregational activities andother information of general interest. The congregation should leam todepend on the bulletin, so that verbal announcements from the pulpit canbe kept to a minimum. Such verbal announcements as are necessary shouldbe made before the beginning of worship.CALL TO WORSHIP4. As the service begins, the congregation is caUed to worship formally.This may be done explicitly by the reading of Scripture calling on God'speople to worship Him or giving reasons for worship. Many Scripturepassages are well-suited to this purpose. The congregation may be askedto join in the call to worship as a unison or responsive reading.THE SINGING OF PRAISE5. The singing of praise is an ordinance of worship and is expressed inwords set to music. The Psalms of the Bible, by reason of their excellenceand their Divine inspiration and appointment, are to be sung in die worshipof God, to the exclusion of all songs and hymns of human composition.They are to be sung without the accompaniment of instruments, inasmuchas these are not authorized in the New Testament.6. All the people are under obligation to praise God and to singthoughtfully, reverently, and fervently, with grace in the heart. Thecongregation may be helped toward more glorious praise by instruction insinging and the reading of music, and by practice on new or unfamiUartunes. Such instruction, however, should be outside the service of worship.7. Those who lead the singing in public worship should if possible bemembers of the congregation, and in any case must be persons ofrecognized Christian character. The precentor may use a pitch pipe, tuningfork, or other insdument to obtain accurate pitch, but this should beinconspicuous.8. The oversight of the singing of praise in the congregation belongs tothe session. A choir may be formed to help lead in praise if the congrega-

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 171tion wishes this and has sufficient vocal resources. Singing must not be leftto the choir, although under the guidance of session, for specific purposes,or in unusual circumstances, the choir may sing by itself. Congregationalsinging must always be the rale.PSALM EXPLANATION9. The Psalms have a depth of meaning and beauty which cannot befully appreciated without careful study. Since we sing the Psalms inworship exclusively, it is most important that our people understand whatthey are singing. Therefore there is value in explaining a Psalm or portionof a Psalm before singing it, and for this the pastor should make carefulpreparation. Before singing any Psalm it is desirable to say a few wordspointing out its theme or why it has been chosen. This is especiallyimportant with less famiUar or more difficult Psalms. The pastor andcongregation should not fall into the habit of using only certain favoritePsalms.RESPONSES OF GOD'S PEOPLE10. The pastor or others may present a report on some special work ofthe church, a personal testimony of God's grace, or other material whichwill edify the congregation and glorify God. The congregation may beasked to join in a corporate affirmation of faith, such as the Covenant ofChurch Membership or the Apostles' Creed.PRAYER11. Prayer is an ordinance of public worship in which ordinarily oneperson leads the worshipers and speaks for them to God. It is to be offeredwith careful preparation in the name of Christ, with the utmost reverencein thought, language and manner, and with that deep hunulity whichbecomes sinners in approaching the presence of the Holy God.12. The number of prayers should be determined by the nature andpurpose of the service. A second service is usually less formal than that ofthe moming, and a different order may be followed. The foUowing typesof prayer are usuaUy to be included in a Sabbath-moming service. Theopening prayer should recognize the presence and power of the Holy Spiritfor the preparation of the hearts of the people, and for guidance andblessing in every part of the service.The intercessory prayer should be carefully planned. It should becomprehensive, but not prolonged, and should include adoration, thanksgiving,confession and petition for ourselves and others. It should beadapted to the circumstances and needs of the worshipers. The petitionsand intercession may include requests for our own congregation, and our

172 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEchurch and all her representatives; for the Church of God in her manbranches and for the extension of the Kingdom throughout the world; forour community and nation with those who are in places of authority andtmst; for every class and condition of men and for the nations of the earth;and for the universal acknowledgment of Christ as Savior and King.The prayer following the sermon properly asks God to impress the tmthon the hearts of the hearers, and to accept graciously the worship that hasbeen offered.13. Scripture does not command any particular posture for prayer, butdoes give examples of postures that are suitable signs of reverence. Thecondition for acceptable prayer is a reverent, humble attitude in the heart.14. Persons other than the pastor may be asked to lead in prayer in anyworship service, but should be given time for thoughtful preparation. Thecongregation may all join in the Lord's Prayer, and may give their assentby a corporate "Amen" at the close of any prayer.THE OFFERING15. God requires His people to give a portion of their substance to Him;and this should be done cheerfully, regularly, and as He has prosperedthem. Every member of the church should participate in this act of worship,and should adopt some definite system or proportion in giving, based onthe tithe as a minimum. The receiving of the offering may be preceded orfollowed by a brief prayer. It is appropriate that a deacon do this.16. To prepare them for this worship, ministers, elders and the financialofficers should instruct the people concerning the duty of giving and theprogram of the church. They should teach the children that they have arightful part in the life and work of the church and a responsibility for itssupport. The individual's firstobligation is to his own congregation, andto the entire work of the church as carefully planned by the Presbytery andSynod. In addition to this, he may contribute to such other Kingdom workas the church or his own spiritual interest suggests. The approval of thesession is required before a special offering for an object not connectedwith the Reformed Presbyterian Church may be announced or received bythe congregation or by any of its organizations. Session may wish to givethe congregation guidelines for their personal giving, beyond the tithe,toother Christian and charitable work.READING THE SCRIPTURES17. The reading of the Word of God is a necessary part of publicworship, and should have a place in every service. Readings from both theOld and New Testament should be encouraged. The Scripture passagesshould be carefully read so that their meaning may be conveyed to the

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 173hearers, who should regard the reading of the Scriptures as God's meto them. It may be helpful to read in unison or responsively.THE SERMON18. The sermon is based upon a passage or passages of Scripture,unfolding the tmth taught and applying it to the hearts and consciences ofthe hearers, including the children. Its purpose is to convict and convertsinners, to lead them to Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord, to buUd themup in the most holy faith, and to fill them with zeal for the Kingdom of Godon earth, that they may glorify God and enjoy Him forever. The ministeris ordained to bear witness for the whole tmth as it is in Jesus Christ andagainst all enor, wrong and injustice, without respect of persons.19. The minister is to prepare for preaching by much study of the Wordof God and prayer. He should read widely and keep abreast of the socialand doctrinal issues and the scholarship of the times. His message shouldbe adapted both in content and delivery to his audience. He should seek theaid of the Holy Spirit that he may declare the whole counsel of God.20. The worshipers in the fact and manner of their attention have a partin preaching. They should attend upon it "with diligence, preparation, andprayer, receive it with faith and love, lay it up in their hearts, and practiceit in their lives" (Shorter Catechism, A. 90). A sermon outline, eitherprinted or emphasized as part of the sermon during its delivery, may helpthe congregation follow and remember the sermon. Individuals who wishto interject "Amen" or other spontaneous signs of approval during thesermon should have this freedom if it does not become dismptive.21. The pastor or someone authorized by the session may at some pointin the service give a message especially suited to children.22. The sacraments are a part of the public worship. See Chapter 3.THE BENEDICTION23. The public worship should be concluded with a benediction,pronounced upon the people by an ordained elder. The common form is:"The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and thecommunion of the Holy Spirit be with you aU. Amen" (2 Cor. 13:14).Scripture supplies several suitable benedictions (for example, Heb. 13:20-21, 1 Cor. 1:3; Eph. 6:23-24; 2 Thes. 3:16).24. The people should wait quietly and reverently to receive thebenediction. The bestowal of the blessing of God the Father, Son and HolySpirit upon the people is a high and holy duty and privilege of an ordainedelder. The benediction is a pronouncement, not a closing prayer. It shouldnot become a mere formality for dismissing the congregation. Worshipersmay either look at the one pronouncing the benediction or bow their headsin reverent submission to God.

174 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THECHAPTER 3THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE SACRAMENTS1. The sacraments of the church under the New Covenant are Baptismand the Lord's Supper. These are to be administered according to Christ'sappointment, and only by teaching elders of the church or by othersauthorized by the church to meet exdaordinary circumstances. They arenormally to be administered in the regular place of worship and inconnection with a service of worship.BAPTISM2. Since baptism symboUzes entrance into Christ and His people, aperson is to be baptized only once. Its symbol is water, which, having beenset apart by prayer for sacramental use, may be applied by sprinkling,pouring or immersion.3. Baptism is to be administered to those who make a credibleprofession of their faith in Christ, and to their children. The Sacramentshould be preceded by an explanation of its meaning and purpose. It isappropriate that anangements be made so that covenant children who arepresent can see the sacrament. Those who are to be baptized should comeforward and stand during the administration of the Sacrament. Adults whoare to be baptized shall assent to the Covenant of Church Membership.4. Parents who present their children for baptism renew the Covenantof Church Membership and assent to the Covenant of Baptism in relationto their child. A believing parent who is not a member of the ReformedPresbyterian Church may come forward with the other and give assent tothis Covenant so far as he/she is willing. An unbeUeving parent should beencouraged to be present and to accompany the beUeving parent inpresenting the child, but unbelievers should not be encouraged to giveassent to this Covenant. If this Covenant has been reviewed recently in thecongregation, parents may give assent by answering the following question:"Do you publicly renew your profession of faith in Christ and acknowledgeyour acceptance of the Covenant of Church Membership?"The parents shall take the Covenant of Baptism in relation to their chUd:1) Do you believe this child is a possession of God entmsted to yourcare?2) In this light, do you promise to provide for his/her temporal wellbeing,to teach him/her to love God and His Word, the Bible, and to providehim/her with a God-centered education?3) Do you promise to teach him/her of his/her sinful nature, of the planof salvation which centers in Jesus Christ, and his/her own personal needof a relationship with Christ?

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1754) To the end that he/she may grow in the Christian Ufe, do you pto pray for him/her, and to dain him/her to read the Bible, to pray, to keepthe Lord's Day and to understand the nature of the church, the value of itsworship and fellowship, and his/her need to seek communicant membershipin the church?5) Do you promise to lead him/her, by your example and parentaldiscipline exercised in love, to seek firstthe Kingdom of God and Hisrighteousness in all the relationships of Ufe?6) Do you make these promises in the presence of God, in humblereliance upon His grace, as you desire to give your account with joy at theLast Great Day?5. The congregation may rise. The teaching elder shall consecrate thesacramental element with prayer, using these or similar words:"Bless so much of this water as shall be used upon this occasion, whichwe now, in the name of Jesus Christ, the King and Head of the Church, setapart from a common to a sacramental use."Without closing his prayer, the teaching elder shall sprinkle orpour thewater on the head of each person to be baptized, saying, "[Full name], Ibaptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the HolySpirit." After the last baptism, he shall add, "one God, over aU, blessedforever. Amen." He shall conclude the prayer, or invite an assisting elderto do so.The congregation may also be asked, "Do you, the members of thiscongregation, receive this person/child into your fellowship and promiseto pray with him/her (and to help and encourage the parents as they bringhim/her up in the Christian life)?6. The minister and the clerk of session should keep an accurate recordof all persons baptized, with the date, and in the case of a child, with thenames of the parents and the date of birth. A certificate of baptism shouldbe given to the person baptized.THE LORD'S SUPPER7. Since the sacrament of the Lord's Supper symbolizes the believers'abiding in Christ, feeding spiritually on Him, and continuing loyalty to Hischurch, it is to be observed frequently, as often as the Session determines,in keeping with the reverence commanded in 1 Cor. 11. Its symbols arebread and the cup.8. a. The Lord's Supper is to be administered only to those who havebeen baptized, and are communicant members in good standing in somedue branch of the visible church.b. No person should be admitted to the Lord's Supper whose mannerof life is notably inconsistent with his Christian profession or who is

176 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEunknown to the session in charge of the Table.c. Every session must guard the purity of the Sacrament by exercisingdiligent and continual oversight of those under its care, never assumingthat church membership alone is sufficient basis for admission to theSacrament. Those who seek to commune but are not under care of thesession must be examined.9. It is the privilege and duty of every member to observe the Lord'sSupper regularly and with careful preparation. The people should benotified at least a week in advance of the celebration of the Sacrament. TheSession may provide for one or more services of preparation, at timesconvenient for the congregation, including the preceding Lord's Day. TheCovenant of Church Membership may be explained at some time duringthe services of preparation or at the sacramental service.10. All services connected with the Lord's Supper should present theLord Jesus and His redeeming love. The psalms, the scripture, and thesermon should center on Christ and His death on the cross, and on theblessings which flow from His atonement.11. The people should be reminded of the duty of self-examination andwarned against partaking of the supper unworthily. Passages of warningand invitation should be read from the Scriptures. If a corporate confessionof sin and an assurance of pardon have not been part of the preachingservice, they may be made here. During the singing of an appropriatepsalm, such as the twenty-fourth or one hundred sixteenth, the people maymove to tables or to a suitable section of the auditorium, if custom andconvenience so indicate.12. The teaching elder should stand near the table bearing the elements.When all is ready, he shall pray, thanking and praising God for His Son andfor the redemption which He has purchased and applied to His people; andcontinue by using these or similar words:"Sanctify, O Lord, so much of these elements as shaU be used upon thisoccasion, which we now set apart from a common to a sacramental use, inthe name and by the authority of Jesus Christ, the King and Head of theChurch. Amen."He shall then take the bread and break it, saying:"For in the night in which he was bedayed, the Lord Jesus took bread,gave thanks, and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, This is mybody given for you; do this in remembrance of me."(Here the bread may be distributed.)Taking the cup, he shall say:"In the same way, he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them,saying, This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many forthe remission of sins. Drink from it, all of you."

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 177(Here the cup may be distributed.)"For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim theLord's death until he comes."13. The elders who preside and who distribute the elements should beserved after the congregation. After aU have communed, a brief addressemphasizing the sdength, blessing and joy of God's people may be givenby an elder. Before the benediction, the service may be concluded with aprayer of thanksgiving and a suitable psalm such as the seventy-second orthe one hundred third.14. Since the portions of the elements not used in the sacrament are notset apart for sacramental use, they may be disposed of in accordance withthe judgment of the session, so long as nothing is done which woulddiminish the significance of the sacrament in the eyes of the congregation.15. Following the communion, special sermons to stimulate the congregationto more definite obedience to Christ are appropriate.CHAPTER 4SPECIAL ORDINANCES1. In addition to the elements of public worship described in Chapters2 and 3, the Scripture also establishes fasting, thanksgiving and covenantingas acts of worship. While these acts of worship may be observed voluntarily,they are to be observed by the body when the officers of the churchdeem them to be especially appropriate or necessary.FASTING2. Special days of fasting, humUiation and prayer are always appropriate,and particularly so when God's judgments are evident in the land. Itis appropriate that such a day be observed in connection with servicespreparatory to the Lord's Supper. Days designated by Synod for thispurpose should be observed. A fast day is properly observed by a publicservice of worship. Psalms of penitence should be sung, and prayers ofconfession of sin and petitions for pardon should be offered. Abstinencefrom food and from ordinary pleasures and occupations may serve tocenter attention upon the deeper and more serious things involved in theoccasion.THANKSGIVING3. Christians should be thankful at all times, and there are occasionswhen a special season of thanksgiving should be observed. The annual callfor a day of national thanksgiving should be followed by each congregation.A suitable service of public worship should be conducted at which the

178 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEpeople recount God's blessings, sing His praises, and thank Him for tmultitude of His tender mercies to our nation and to ourselves. Anopportunity may be given for the people to show their gratitude by makinga contribution to some benevolent cause.COVENANTING4. It is the duty of Christians to profess publicly the content of faith asit applies to the particular needs of each age and situation. Such pubUcprofession, otherwise called covenanting, should be made formally by thechurches and other institutions as weU as informally by each believeraccording to his ability.CHAPTER 5OTHER SPHERES OF WORSHIPINDIVIDUAL WORSHIP1. Individual worship consists of praise, prayer, Scripture reading andmeditation, and should be engaged in regularly each day. Such individualworship is essential to growth in grace and to the promotion of holiness oflife and character.FAMILY WORSHIP2. Family worship is the daily gathering of the household for thepurpose of praise, Scripture reading and prayer. Devotional material mayhelp better to understand the Word. This service is a distinguishing markof a Christian home, and is essential to the development of family religion.The head of the family is responsible for this important service and allavailable members of the household should be present and may be invitedto take some part.3. Family religion should recognize that God is Lord of all of life. Thiswill include thanksgiving for God's provisions, and prayer for His blessingson all of the activities of the family.MID-WEEK FELLOWSHIP4. Mid-week meetings for fellowship should be held by each congregation,and every member should try to participate. These activities mayinclude small groups for accountability, study, prayer, encouragement ofgifts and talents, and social fulfillment. They should all be under thegeneral oversight of the session.5. Special meetings for prayer may be called when special needs oremergencies arise. Sessions and other leaders of the church should holdfrequent meetings for prayer and conference to seek wisdom and guidance

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 179for the duties pertaining to their office. When no preaching serviceon the S abbath, a congregational prayer meeting should be ananged by thesession.OTHER CHURCH ACTIVITIES6. The session may authorize other congregational activities or organizationssuch as moming or evening church school, youth meetings,vacation Bible school, and men's and women's fellowships. Family andyouth conferences may be ananged at the congregational as well aspresbyterial and synodical levels.CHAPTER 6OTHER CORPORATE SERVICES1. In addition to its stated worship services and special ordinances, thecongregation may often be involved in other collective activities where theapplication of the ralesof worship is unclear. The Regulative Principle ofworship applies in those situations in which God's people are placed underobligation to be present and to participate in worship. When the officers ofthe church call upon the members of the church to assemble to worship,they may not indoduce into the worship any element which God has notcommanded in His Word. To do so would infringe upon the liberty whichChrist gives His people from the doctrines and commandments of men.It follows that in situations in which the church places no obligationupon anyone to attend, as in musical concerts and social gatherings or atfuneral services or weddings, the regulative principle does not apply. It isin such gatherings that religious music other than the Psalms has its properplace. In such gatherings it is not improper for the Psalms to be sung withinstmmental accompaniment, provided they are not used ineverently.THE FUNERAL SERVICE2. Bringing comfort at the time of death is the distinct ministry of thepeople of God. Such ministry is deeply needed and appreciated, and theteaching elder particularly is to be ready to give help. He should goimmediately to be with the family to listen to them, to share the comfortof God's Word, to pray with and for them, to assure them of the supportof God's people, and to be available to help with funeral anangements.3. While it is neither unscriptural nor inappropriate to have the funeralservice in the home or in a funeral establishment, there are seriousconsiderations for having the service in the church building: this is whereGod's people meet, where the Word of God is proclaimed, where theblessings of worship have been experienced and where it is natural to seek

180 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEGod's sdength and comfort in a funeral service in which the wholecongregation can participate. While it is well to keep good rapport with thefuneral director, it should be remembered that the pastor determines thecontent and form of the funeral service. He wiU want to consult the familyregarding the participation of other ministers. There should be no compromisewith secret orders or other non-Christian organizations. If called toofficiate where such organizations desire to perform their ritual,the pastorshould keep his service distinctly separate.4. The funeral of a Christian is a service where we mourn the loss of aloved one and yet rejoice in the hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ.The Scriptures are to have a prominent place. The singing of suitablePsalms is most appropriate. The prayers should be well considered andshould commend the bereaved to the comfort of God's grace. The addressshould be timely, and without undue praise of the dead. It should set forthChrist and His salvation as the basis of comfort to the bereaved and counselto the living. Remember that God in His grace often uses such times whenpeople's hearts are tender. It is fitting that the family be consulted beforethe service regarding appropriate Scripture readings, Psalms, and informationfor the obituary.5. At the grave the minister may use words such as these: "We committhe body to the grave in the hope of a glorious resiuTection through faithin Him who is the resunection and the life." Suitable Scripture may beread, such as 1 Corinthians 15:53-58, followed by a brief prayer and thebenediction.6. The congregation may anange for food and lodging for visitingloved ones. Where the bereaved person may be aged and alone, there maybe need for additional ways of support. Attention to the bereaved shouldnot end with the funeral, for often the most difficult times come afterward.Visits from the pastor, the elders or Christian friends are most welcome.The bereaved should be remembered in prayer at worship services andother meetings of the congregation.THE MARRIAGE CEREMONY7. Marriage is an ordinance of God, adapted to the nature of mankind,and designed for the welfare and happiness of men and women. It is theunion of one man and one woman, who covenant to live together and toperform faithfully the duties of husband and wife. It is not a sacrament, norpeculiar to the Christian church, but it is the duty of the church to requireits members to conform to the laws of God with respect to marriage.Christians should many only in the Lord and their marriage should besolemnized by an ordained minister of the Gospel. The state authorizesboth ministers and civil magisdates to perform the ceremony. Ministers

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 181should be careful to comply with the regulations of the state where thmarriage is to take place.8. The minister should make certain that a marriage license has beensecured. The church forbids the marriage of persons who are within thedegrees of consanguinity or affinity prohibited by the Word of God, andof a person who has been divorced on unscriptural grounds or has been theguilty party in a Scriptural divorce (Testimony, Chapter 24). A marriageshould not take place on the Sabbath, except in exdaordinary circumstances.A Sabbath wedding ceremony should not be accompanied by agala celebration.9. A marriage should be a happy occasion. The minister should bringto it a spirit of dignity and wholesome pleasure. Careful preparation shouldbe made so that each occasion may have its own attractiveness.The ceremony may be performed in various ways. While the bride andgroom may decide to frame their own vows and make suggestionsregarding the content of the marriage ceremony, the finaldecision as towhat may be said should be left up to the minister. To indicate significantparts and possible content of the ceremony, the foUowing is suggested asa guide:a. When the parties are present before the minister, he may say,"We are gathered in the presence of God and of this company, to jointhis man and this woman in marriage. This is a Divine institution and anhonorable estate, and is to be entered into soberly and reverendy,in the fearof God, and in accordance with His law."b. Prayer should be offered asking God' s blessing on the union aboutto the effected. Selected portions of Scripture may be read, and a very briefaddress may be given. An assisting minister may be asked to take any ofthese parts of the service.c. The minister shall next ask the parties to join their right hands andgive assent to the marriage vows:"Do you (man's name) take (woman's name), whose hand you hold inyours, to be your lawfully wedded wife; and do you promise before God,and in the presence of these witnesses, that you will be to her a true, afaithful and a loving husband as long as you both shall live?" The ministershall then address the woman:"Do you (woman's name) take (man's name), who holds your hand inhis, to be your lawfully wedded husband; and do you promise before Godand these witnesses that you will be to him a due, a faithful, and a lovingwife, as long as you both shall live?"The woman shall answer, "I do."d. If a ring is used, the minister shall say to the man:"What pledge do you give of these your marriage vows?"

182 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEThe man shall present the ring to the minister, who shall instmct himto place it on the finger of his bride. As he does so, the minister may say:"In token of your marriage vows, you (man's name) do give, and you(woman's name) do receive this ring. May it be to both of you a symbol ofthe value, the constancy and the purity of your wedded love, and a seal ofthe solemn vows which you have made to one another before God."e. A prayer shall be offered for the blessing of God upon the new family.f. The minister shall then pronounce the relation constituted:"By virtue of the authority vested in me as a minister of the Gospel, andin accordance with the laws of God of this Commonwealth, I pronounceyou husband and wife. What therefore God hath joined together, let notman put asunder."g. The ceremony shall be concluded with the benediction.10. The minister should make it clear to the bride and groom and theirfamilies that nothing inconsistent with the Biblical view of marriageshould be planned for the reception following the marriage ceremony.11. A marriage certificate should be filledout at once, signed by theminister and by the official witnesses, and presented to the newly marriedcouple.If the marriage license has a form to be returned to the issuing office,it should be filledout prompdy and with care. The minister should keep arecord of all marriages performed by him with the names, the date and theplace. Notice should be sent to the local newspaper, and if either party isa member of the church, notice should be sent to the church paper.* If it is a double-ring ceremony, the minister wUl then say to thewoman, "What pledge do you give of your marriage vows?" The womanwill present the ringto the minister, who shall instmct her to place it on thefinger of her bridegroom. Then the minister may say, "In token of yourmarriage vows you do give and receive these rings. May they be to bothof you a symbol of the value, the constancy and the purity of your weddedlove, and a seal of the solemn vows which you have made to one anotherbefore God."REPORT OF THE COMMITTEEON SYMBOLISM IN WORSHIPThe assignment of this committee is stated as follows: "To study theappropriateness of symbolism in worship and its display in the auditoriumwhere the congregation gathers for worship in the light of the Biblicalteachings, the confessional standards of the church and their historicapplications."

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 183Committee members were given particular areas to research, and thenwe came together in early Febmary for an all-day conference to discussand determine our conclusions.BIBLICAL CONSIDERATIONSIn the Old Testament God designated a specific sanctuary where Hisworship was to be offered, and gave very precise instmctions concerningits constmction and its furnishings (Exodus 25:8-9 = "Make this.. .exactlylike the pattern I will show you"). Both the building and its furnitureabounded in symbolism which was directly incorporated into the worshipby God's appointment. Examples would include: the Ark of the Covenant(Exodus 25:10-22), the incense altar (Exodus 30:7-8), the colorful curtainsof blue, purple, and scarlet with embroidered cherubim worked into themby skilled craftsmen (Exodus 26:lff), the lampstand (Exodus 25:31), thepriest's garments (Exodus 28:15ff), the instruments of music (2 Chronicles29:25-28), etc. The reason for precision in the construction of this place ofworship was that "this sanctuary was a copy and shadow of what is inheaven" (Hebrews 8:5).It is of interest to our study to note that when Solomon built thepermanent temple to house the worship center, he made it a much moreelaborate building and embeUished it with carvings, pillars, gold chains,pomegranates, lilies, lions, bulls, etc. (See 1 Kings 6:18-35; 7:15-36). Asfar as we know, he did this without any clear command from the Lord, yetGod honored his efforts by "consecrating this temple," and promising to"put His Name there forever" (1 Kings 9:3).On occasion, God commanded Israel to utilize "symbols" to commemoratevarious aspects of His work with His people. The itemscontained in the Ark of the Covenant, i.e., the stone tablets of the Law, thepot of manna, and Aaron's rod that budded (Hebrews 9:4), are examples.Also the memorial stones that Joshua set up after the Israelites crossed theJordan River (Joshua 4) are a case in point. Sometimes symbols were usedwithout a command from God, i.e., the stone that Jacob set up at Bethel(Genesis 28:18-22), the memorial altar built by the two and one half tribesreturning to the east side of the Jordan (Joshua 22). Symbols were indeedan ingredient in the life and the worship practices of the Old Testamentsaints.After Christ came fulfilling all the Old Testament types and figures,thebelievers became themselves the "temple of God" (1 Corinthians 3:16-17), and the Old Testament building and its furnishings, along with thesymbols they used, became obsolete and were thus abandoned (Hebrews8:13; 10:9-10). The only symbols commanded to be used in New Testamentworship are those connected with the sacraments of Baptism and the

184 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THELord's Supper. The water, the bread, and the cup have important symbolimeaning, and are to be explained in conjunction with their use.New Testament believers met to worship wherever it was convenient:an upper room, by a river,in a house, in a lecture haU, etc. The exerciseof the worship of God no longer required a special place, or symbolic aids,for Christ now had perfectly revealed the Father (John 1:14,18; Hebrews1:1-3; Colossians 1:15,19; 2:17).There were, however, accommodating factors which were taken intoconsideration in the various places chosen for worship, such as: "furnishings"(in the upper room, Luke 22:12); an undisturbed beautiful setting(outside the city by the river, Acts 16:13); "an upstairs room with manylamps" (in a house, Acts 20:8). The furnishings, beautiful setting, the roomand the lamps were not essential to the worship of God, nor were theyincorporated into it. Instead, these things simply accommodated theworship and created an environment suitable for and conducive to worship.Things which merely serve to accommodate the worship of believersare external to the worship itself, and therefore have no integral part in it.They may be either present or absent without vitally affecting the worship.These might include such things as pews, lighting, carpet, tables, pulpits,windows (stained glass or plain), paint, decorations, wall hangings,pictures, banners, plaques, flowers, books, clocks, fans, sound systems, airconditioners, etc. Some of these "furnishings" may involve religioussymbols or symbolism and yet remain external to the worship itself.There should be a word of caution here, as was noted in the report ofthe special judicial committee which reviewed this matter last year.Because it is characteristic of the sinful nature of man to worship "createdthings more than the Creator" (Romans 1:25), and to depend on the visiblerather than "seeing Him who is invisible" when focusing one's thoughtson God (2 Corinthians 4:11; Hebrews 11:17), any use of religioussymbolism in the decor of a place used for worship must be done with careand pmdence. It is the responsibility of the Session to exercise carefuloversight. History has shown that items having religious significance haveoften moved from being merely decor to becoming objects of idolatry.HISTORICAL CONSIDERATIONSThe earliest use of Christian symbols apparently was in the catacombswhere the dead were buried and worship was conducted secredy. Theempty cross and other symbols were made by the end of the secondcentury. Problems soon appeared, such as making the sign of the cross asa superstitious custom. When persecution ended in the fourth century andlarge churches were built, they were adorned with many representations of

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 185Christianity. The crucifix, showing Christ stiU on the cross, came intoduring the sixth century. During the Middle Ages the use of images andsymbols multiplied and became associated not only with the Catholicsystem of penances but with many other superstitious and idoladouscustoms. Pre-Protestant reformers such as Peter Waldo, John Wycliffe,and John Huss all protested these practices. Especially important forEngland and southern Scotland were the attacks of Wycliffe's followers,the Lollards, who were increasing in the early 1500s. Zwingli and Calvintook a sdong position against images and symbols in the churches. MartinLuther, who tolerated church daditions as long as they did not condadictScripture, allowed many art forms to remain in the churches.Henry VIII's break with Rome was accompanied by much destmctionof church artwork, and further "cleansing" was carried out under EdwardVI and Elizabeth. The Scottish Reformation, which began in the 1540s,also brought much destruction of images and symbols in the churches,often down to the bare walls. Few new churches were built in England orScotland until the eighteenth century.In Protestant England and Scotland, preaching and catechizing emphasizedthe Second Commandment and described idolatry as the chief sin ofthe Roman church. A major factor in bringing on the Puritan Revolutionwas the reindoduction of images, along with other high-church Anglicanpractices, into the worship of England. The Puritan-condolled LongParliament of 1643 and 1644 enacted legislation "for the further demolishingof monuments of idolatry and superstition." Puritan leaders andsoldiers completed the destmction of much of the artwork in Englishchurches. The Westminster Assembly did its work at the height of this anti-Catholic and anti-Anglican zeal.With the revival of Gothic architecture and appreciation of medievalculture in the nineteenth century, and the weakening of the anti-Catholicstance in the face of anti-Christian secularism, most Protestant churchesrelaxed their stand against symbols. Many now maintain that a beautifulbuilding atdacts people and aids their worship; and if there is to be anyadornment at all, it may as well be something that expresses the Christianfaith. Some churches which have reemphasized liturgy are incorporatingsymbols into their worship to a dangerous degree. In many other Protestantchurches, however, the symbols which are present are seldom or neverexplained, are generally ignored, and have no effective relationship to theworship that is conducted.CONFESSIONAL CONSIDERATIONSThere is much in the Confessional Standards of the Reformed PresbyterianChurch to forbid idolatry or maintaining practices that are "contrary

186 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEto the light of nature or the known principles of Christianity, whetconcerning faith, worship or conversation" (WCF 8cRPT chapter 20, p.4).They specifically forbid "worshipping God according to the imaginationand devices of men, or the suggestions of Satan, under any visiblerepresentation, or any other way not prescribed in the holy Scripture"(WCF & RPT chapter 21, p. 1). SymboUc objects are not to play a part inthe practice of worship, and if a cross, or any such device, were to becomean instrument of worship (such as in parading the cross, kissing it orbowing down before it), this would violate the prohibition.The R P Testimony says that worship is to be offered according to theprinciple that "whatever is not commanded in the worship of God, byprecept or example, is forbidden." This regulative principle is to berespected fully. However, it does not directly relate to symbolism used inthe "place of worship" unless the symbols are in some way physicallyinvolved in some act of worship. There is an important distinction betweenthe "use" and the "display" of a symbol. When the congregation'sattention is not drawn to a displayed symbol during the worship service,it can hardly be said that it is used in worship, regardless of what might begoing through the minds of the individual worshipers.When the Larger Catechism asks: "What are the sins forbidden in thesecond commandment?", the bulk of the answer refers to and forbidsmaking representations of God and worshipping them. It further forbids"all superstitious devices, corrupting the worship of God, adding to it, ortaking from it, whether invented and taken up of ourselves, or received bydadition from others, though under the title of antiquity, custom, devotion,good intent, or any other pretence whatsoever..." (WLC ,Q. 109). Stricdyspeaking, this does not forbid the display of a religious symbol in anauditorium where God's people worship, as long as it does not play a rolein the worship service itself. For some who are visually oriented, thisdistinction may be difficult to maintain, and for their sake a particularsymbol may need to be removed, but their "weakness" should not becomea universal law. It would seem to be exdaordinarily restrictive to forbid alluse of religious symbols as decor to guard against their becoming instmmentsof idoladous worship in the mind of some given worshiper.We therefore draw the following conclusions:CONCLUSIONS1. The worship of visual objects or symbols, whatever they aredesigned to represent, is clearly forbidden in the Second Commandment.Thus any incorporation of such symbols into the worship of God whichwould encourage veneration or devotion toward the symbols themselves,

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 187is a departure from that worship which is pleasing to God and which Herequires.2. In the preaching and teaching of the Word of God, it is not wrong tofollow the example of our Saviour in creating mental pictures whichillusdate tmth (cf. The parables, and "Consider the tilies of the field,"etc.).Nor is it wrong to use physical objects symboUcally for Ulusdation (cf. "Hehad a little child stand among them..." Matt. 18:2-3; "You ate the loaves... .1 am the Bread of life," John 6:26,35).3. The making of symbols, religious or otherwise, is not wrong. Suchsymbols can be useful as non-verbal stimuli to thought, remembrance,appreciation, instruction, reflection, and emotional response.4. It is acceptable to include symbols in the architecture, furnishings,and decor of a place of worship. Such display shall be under the carefuloversight of the Session.5. Any symbol must not disdact or detract from the true worship ofGod. Furthermore, if there is reason to believe that the symbols themselvesare somehow atdacting devotion or veneration, or are assuming the formof an idol, they should be removed immediately, and perhaps desdoyed (2Kings 18:4;1 John 5:21).Recommendations1. That Synod adopt the Conclusions stated above as appropriate guidelineswith regard to symbolism in worship.2. That the Committee be dismissed.Signed:Christian HallsteinHarry MetzgerWilliam H. RussellTimothy RussellDavid A. Weir *Robert B. McCracken, Chm.* Member added to the committee for research & consultation.

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190 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEDIRECTORY OF THEREFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHOF NORTH AMERICAGeneva CollegeBeaver Falls, PA 15010.Phone: 412-846-5100President: John H. White, D.Min.INSTITUTIONSReformed Presbyterian Home for the Aged2344 Perrysville Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15214.Phone: 412-321-4139Adminisdator: William J. WeirReformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary7418 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208.Phone: 412-731-8690President: Rev. Bruce C. Stewart, D.D.OFFICESSynod's Board of TrusteesSecretary-Treasurer: Louis D. Hutmire7408 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208.Phone:412-731-1177FAX: 412-731-8861Board of Education and PublicationCoordinator of Youth Ministries: James C. PenningtonEditors of Crown and Covenant Publications: Drew and Lynne Gordon7408 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208.Phone: 412-241-0436FAX: 412-731-8861National Reform AssociationP.O. Box 97086, Pittsburgh, PA 15229.Phone: 412-331-4081Executive Director: Gerald Bowyer

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 191Reformation Translation Fellowship302 E. First Stteet, Bloomington, IN 47401.Phone: 812-339-1922OFFICERS OF SYNODModerator: J. Paul McCracken, 617 Salano Dr. Colorado Springs, CO80906. Phone: 719-471-2417.Clerk: Pastor J. Bmce Martin, 1328 Goodin Drive, Clay Center, KS67432. Phone: 913-632-5861 or 632-2458 (home)Assistant Clerk: Jenold S. Milroy, 14103 W. 62nd Tenace, Shawnee, KS66216. Phone: 913-631-9380Treasurer: Louis D. Hutmire, 7408 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208.Phone: 412-731-1177 or 241-8088 (home)BOARDS OF SYNODBoard of Corporators of Geneva CollegeMembers Chosen by SynodTerm ExpiresDoug Comin 1994Paul Patterson 1996William Joseph 1997Members Chosen by the Corporators Term ExpiresRobert Baumgartner, Douglas Carson,A. Wayne Duffield, William Weir 1994Richard Woods, Jean Stewart 1995Herbert McCracken, Maribel McKelvy, M.D.,Dennis Wing 1996Robert McKissick, M.D., Jerry O'Neill,Nancy Vincze 1997Members Chosen by Presbyteries Term ExpiresAnthony Cowley, Atlantic;Paul Finley, St. Lawrence;Danell Parnell, Midwest 1994Donald Mullinix, Great Lakes-Gulf 1996Timothy McCracken, Pacific Coast;Albert Miller, Alleghenies 1997Chairman: William Weir, 2404 Perrysville Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15214.Phone: 412-231-3452

192 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEBoard of Education and PublicationMembersTerm ExpiresPhil Beard, Joseph Comanda, Gayle Copeland 1994Christian Adjemian, Norman Carson, Wendell Spear 1995Andy McCracken, Erma Prutow, David Willson 1996President: Wendell Spear, 162 North St., Walton, NY 13856.Phone: (607) 865-5269.Board of Foreign MissionsMembersTerm ExpiresDouglas Carson, Jonathan Watt 1994Robert McCracken 1995Bmce Backensto, Robert Heimburger, Marjorie Cox 1996Robert Mann, Sandra Johns 1997Executive Secretary: Robert Henning, 3711 Premier Dr.,Columbus, IN 47203. Phone 812-378-4190Board of Home MissionsMembersTerm ExpiresKeith Magill, Great Lakes-Gulf; Robert McFarland, Midwest;Randy VanOsdol, Alleghenies 1994Richard Weir, Atlantic; Donald Piper, Pacific Coast 1995John W. McGrath, Jr., St. Lawrence, Mrs. Eileen FaUs 1996President: Robert McFarland, 5460 S.W. 53rd St., Topeka,KS, 66610. Phone 913-862-1835.Board of Pension Trustees of SynodMembersTerm ExpiresA. Wayne Duffield, Dennis Olson 1994Bmce Lundeen, Butch Shoop 1995Don Lamont, Dean O'Neill, Everett Wood 1996Treasurer: Louis D. Hutmire, 7408 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh,PA 15208-2531. Phone 412-731-1177Board of Trustees of Geneva CollegeMembers of the RP ChurchTerm ExpiresRoy Blackwood, Jr., Ph.D., Joyce Lynn, J. Paul McCracken,Bmce C. Stewart, D.D., John H. Tweed 1994Thomas Fisher, Keith Wing, Joseph Worsham 1995Joseph Lamont, Jr., William O. Martin, M.D.,H. Edmund Schisler, Diane Stadelmeier 1996Robert Baumgartner, Gayle Copeland, John P. Edgar,Donald Reed, Christopher Wright, Ph. D. 1997

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 193Members Representing the AlumniWayne S. Luce, Kenneth W. Creasman 1994Virginia Badger 1995Clarence Farmer 1996Walter Helsing 1997Members Certified by the Board of TrusteesYvonne Forston Allison, Jeanne McKelvey, Andrew Marcinko,Donald E. Sheffield 1994William Thomas 1995Raymond Damadian, George Henning 1996Dennis Bakke 1997Chairman: Joseph Lamont, Jr., 4233 N.E. 75th Sdeet, Seattle, WA 98115.Phone: 206-524-2052Board of Trustees of SynodMembersTerm ExpiresJohn Duke, Louis D. Hutmire, Paul Finley 1994John P. Edgar, Thomas Fisher, Marcia Siebring 1995Robert Hemphill, Stuart Schmidt, Jay Worsham 1996Secretary-Treasurer: Louis D. Hutmire, 7408 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA15208. Phone 412-731-1177.Board of Trustees of the Theological SeminaryMembersTerm ExpiresJ. Donald Birdsall, Stewart Lee, Ph.D. 1994Robert McCracken, Robert Tweed, Ph.D. 1995Walter W. Swartz, James M. Wright 1996David M. Carson, Ph.D., Gordon Keddie 1997Donald Piper, William Edgar, Ph. D. 1998Alan Noell, Ph.D., Richard Weir, Ph.D. 1999President: Prof. Stewart Lee, Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA 15010PERMANENT COMMITTEES OF SYNODCommittee on ArrangementsMembersTerm ExpiresBob Hemphill, Donnie Hicks 1994Cliff Glovier, Herb McCracken 1993Chairman: Donnie Hicks 720 8th Ave., Patterson Heights, Beaver Falls,PA 15010. Phone: 412-847-0134.

194 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEBusiness of Synod CommitteeMembersTerm ExpiresGlen Chin, Harry Metzger 1994Roy Blackwood, Ph. D., Kenneth G. Smith, D.D. 1995James D. Carson, D.D., Ray Morton 1996J. Bmce Martin Ex officioChairman: James D. Carson, D.D., 230 Cherry Drive,Pasadena, CA 91105. Phone: 818-793-8610Committee on FinanceMembersTerm ExpiresHector Pino, Paul Finley 1994Keith Magill, John Morton 1995Jay Worsham, Alaisdar Graham 1996Chairman: Paul W. Finley, Rl, Box IA, Winchester, KS 66097.Phone: 913-774-4585.Graduate Study Fund CommitteeMembersTerm ExpiresBrace C. Stewart, President of the SeminaryJohn H. White, President of Geneva CollegeWendeU Spear, President of the Board of Education and PublicationChairman: James D. Carson, D. Min., D.D., 230 Cherry Drive,Pasadena, CA 91105. 1994Interchurch CommitteeMembersTerm ExpiresRobert Henning, Jerry O'Neill 1994Randall VanOsdol, Christopher Wright 1995Andrew Schep, John H. White, D. Min. 1996Secretary: Robert A. Henning, 3711 Premier Dr., Columbus,IN 47203-9657. Phone: 812-372-0858.Nominating CommitteeMembersTerm ExpiresPeter Smith, Walter Swartz 1994Chairman: Peter Smith, 6051 Red Wolf PL, Waldorf,MD 20603, Phone: 301-843-0194.ParliamentariansMembersTerm ExpiresJames D. Carson, D.Min., D.D. 1994

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 195Philip Pockras 1996Bmce C. Stewart 1998Chairman: James D. Carson, D.D., 230 Cheny Drive,Pasadena, CA 91105. Phone: 818-793-8610Representatives to the Presbyterian and Reformed JointCommission on Chaplains and Military PersonnelMembersTerm ExpiresRobert Copeland, Ph.D. 1994Jonathan Leach 1995Dennis Pmtow 1996Temperance CommitteeMembersTerm ExpiresJonathan Adams 1994John McFarland 1995John Coombs, M.D., D. Ray McCracken 1996Chairman: John McFarland, 3013 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus,IN 47203. Phone: 812-372-1828CHURCHES WITH WHOM WE HAVEFRATERNAL RELATIONSReformed Presbyterian Church of AustraliaAlastair McEwen27 Fitzroy SdeetGeelongVictoria, AusdaliaReformed Presbyterian Church of IrelandRev. C. Knox Hyndman, Clerk19 Manse ParkNewtownardsCo. Down, North IrelandPhone: 011-44-0247-813506Reformed Presbyterian Church of ScotlandRev. A. Sinclair Home, Clerk17 George IV BridgeEdinburgh, EH1 1EEScotland

196 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEGreek Evangelical Church of CyprusAmerican Presbyterian ChurchDr. Charles J. Butler, Clerk1674 Dyre St.Philadelphia, PA 19124Associate Reformed Presbyterian ChurchRev. Donald Beard, Principal Clerk3132 Grace Hill RoadColumbia, SC 29204Phone: 803-232-8297Christian Reformed ChurchRev. Leonard J. Hofman, Stated Clerk2850 Kalamazoo Ave., S.E.Grand Rapids, MI 49560Free Church in Scotland, Synod of North AmericaEwen MacdougallValley Field P.O.Prince Edward IslandKorean American Presbyterian ChurchMyung Doh Kim, Stated Clerk165 E. 64th Ave.Philadelphia, PA 19120Phone: 215-224-7343Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDonald Duff303 Horsham Rd. Suite 3Horsham, PA 19044Presbyterian Church in AmericaRev. Paul Gilchrist, Stated Clerk1852 Century PL, Suite 202Atlanta, GA 30345

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 197Reformed Church in the U.S.Rev. Frank Walker927 E. Graceway Dr.Napoleon, OH 43545Phone: 419-599-2266FORM OF BEQUEST"I do bequeath to the Trustees of the Synod of the Reformed PresbyterianChurch of North America the following:If one wishes, he may specify where he desires the bequest to go. Inmaking out a will, it is advisable to get legal advice.

198 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEROSTER OF PRESBYTERY OF THE ALLEGHENIESModeratorKen HoffmanClerkJonathan WattModerator, Ad Interim CommissionJames C. PenningtonYoung People's SecretaryDavid Willson and David MohrChm., Church Extension & EvangelismDean SmithAllegheny—2453 Perrysville Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15214. Phone:412-322-6166Pastor: James C. Pennington [Ruth], 2916 Gilmore Avenue, Pittsburgh,PA 15235. Phone: 412-243-9035. Installed 1993Clerk: Jay H. Wissner, 125 Watkins Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202.Phone: 412-766-2359Elders: W. Kenneth Sanderson, William J. WeirTreasurer: J. Alan Wissner, 125 Watkins Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202.Phone: 412-766-2359S.S. Supt.: Charles McBumey, 2344 Perrysville Ave., Pittsburgh, PA15214. Phone: 412-Anchor Fellowship Mission Church—Pastor: Peter Smith [Vicki], 6051 Red Wolf PL, Waldorf, MD 20603.Phone 301-843-0194Treasurer: Susan Cox, 6123 Sea Lion PL, Waldorf, MD 20603.College Hill— 3217 College Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Phone:412-843-4840Pastor: Jonathan M. Watt [June], 510 32nd Sdeet, Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-846-5486. Installed 1992Clerk: William Russell, Ph.D., 3217 College Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-Elders: Douglas Carson, Robert Copeland, Donnie Hicks, Paul Kilpatrick,Ph.D., Rick Mason, William H. Russell, Ph.D. John Stahl, Ph.D., DavidWillson.Elders Emeriti: J. Lawrence Coon, D.D.S., Norman M. Carson, Ph.D.,Stewart M. Lee, Ph.D., Robert McConaughy, Roy M. McDonald,Stanley R. Reyle, Ph.D., Raymond RhodesTreasurer: Jonathan Wallace, 3520 Sixth Sdeet, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.Phone: 412-847-0175C.E. Chairman: Karen Hicks, 3217 College Avenue, Beaver Falls, PAPhone: 412-843-4840

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 199Covenant Fellowship—Swissvale and HiU Avenues, Kttsburgh, PA15221. Phone: 412-371-6118.Pastor: VacantClerk: Louis D. Hutmire, 2100 Royal Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.Phone: 412-241-8088 (Send mail to Stated Clerk's office-7408 PennAve., Pittsburgh, PA 15208)Elders: Christian Hallstein, O'Dell Merryman, Ian Welsh.Treasurer: Janine Gould, 107 Henderson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.Phone:412-243-4471.C.E. Ministry:Administrative Staff Member: Robert WUlson, 300 S. Braddock Ave.,Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Phone: 412-371-3033Eastvale—504 Second Avenue,Eastvale,BeaverFaUs,PA 15010. Phone:412-847-2080Pastor: VacantClerk: Roy M.Adams, Ph.D., 316ElmwoodBlvd.,S.R. 168, Darlington,PA 16115. Phone: 412-827-2044Elders: David M. Carson, Ph.D., Paul R. Coast, Kermit Edgar, John Ken,Gerald Richeal, John SchaefferTreasurer: Marjorie Lathom, 955 Eastwood Road, Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-846-0135S.S. Supt.: Judy Garvin, 2855 River Road, EUwood City, PA 16117.First Beaver Falls—209 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.Phone: 412-843-2413Pastor: John Tweed [Alta], 207 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-846-3725Clerk: Russell Ketterer, 1332 4th Sdeet, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Phone:412-843-7562Elders: Joseph M. Caskey, Charles M. Cunningham, Paul M. Patterson,Ralph Rohm (inactive), Paul Wissner (inactive)Treasurer: Robert N. Fenchel, 511 Eighth Avenue, Patterson Heights,Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-2741S.S. Supt.: Sandra Johns, 1920 Wade Sdeet Ext, Aliquippa, PA 15001.Phone: 412-378-4018Geneva—Fourth A venue and 31 st S deet, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Ph412-846-6877Pastor: Willard G. McMillan D.D., [Shirley], 1329 Book Avenue, BeaverFalls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-1041Clerk: Glen M. George, 759 Oakridge Dr., Youngstown, OH 44512

200 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEElders: Robert M. Hemphill, J. Merrill Robb, LH.D., C. RaymTreasurer: Glen M. George, 759 Oakridge Dr., Youngstown, OH 44512Director of C.E.: Jean Hemphill, 412 30th Sdeet, Beaver FaUs, PA 15010.Phone: 412-843-6562Grace Presbyterian Church—370 Airport Road, State CoUege, P16801. Phone: 814-237-2637Pastor: Gordon J. Keddie, [Jane], 2440 Lexington Circle, State College,PA 16801. Phone: 814-234-2653. Installed 1987Clerk: Daniel Heinze, 1720 Princeton Drive, State CoUege, PA 16803.Phone: 814-237-0986Elders: Jonathan D. AdamsTreasurer: Cyrus Beisel, P.O. Box 5892, Belleville, PA 17004. Phone:717-935-5335Manchester—204 Manchester Hill, New Kensington, PA 15068. Ph412-339-1551Pastor: Robert B. McCracken, [Lynn], 200 Manchester Hill, NewKensington, PA 15068. Phone: 412-339-0246. Installed 1986Clerk: Albert Miller, 417 Charles Avenue, New Kensington, PA 15068.Phone 412-339-2593Elders: Michael MastorovichTreasurer: Walter Ruticowski, 1412 Dallas Ave., Natrona Heights, PA15065. Phone: 412-224-4064New Alexandria—214 Church Sdeet, New Alexandria, PA 15670.Phone: 412-537-0908Pastor: A. Wayne Duffield, [Nancy], P.O. Box 373, 212 Church Street,New Alexandria, PA 15670. Phone: 412-668-7506. Installed 1985Clerk: John J. Vincze, R.D.#3, Box 65, New Alexandria, PA 15670.Phone: 412-668-7580Elders: Clair S. ClawsonTreasurer: James S. Pierce, R.D.#3, Box 53, New Alexandria, PA 15670.Phone: 412-668-2457S.S. Supt.: Betty Clawson (c/o church address above.)North Hills—606 Thompson Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Ph412-486-1167Pastor: James F. Wittke, 133 Carriage Hill Road, Glenshaw, PA, 15116.Phone: 412-487-1381. Installed 1993Clerk: John D. RusseU, 156 Richmond Circle, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.Phone:412-366-1804

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 201Elders: Fredric Martin, M.D., Brace C. Stewart D.D., WaynePh.D.Treasurer: Donald Wenkhous, 5799 McMoiran Rd., Gibsonia, PA 15044.Chm. of C.E.: Bmce C. Stewart,D.D.,7959 Remington Drive, Pittsburgh,PA 15237. Phone: 412-366-5028Rimersburg—Box 419, North Main Sdeet, Rimersburg, PA 16248.Phone: 814-473-3510Pastor: John Monger, [Donna], R.D. 2, Box 63B, Rimersburg, PA 16248.Phone: 814-473-3670. Installed 1990Clerk: Richard B. Homer, P.O. Box 73, Rimersburg, PA 16248. Phone:814-473-3476Elders: Thomas Armagost, Merle Rankin, Richard HomerTreasurer: Mrs. Carie Engro, R.D.#1, Rimersburg, PA 16248. Phone:814-473-6499Rose Point—R.D.#4, Box 490, New Castle, PA 16101.Stated Supply: Harold HarringtonClerk: Clarence Wilson, R.D.#2, Box 175, Portersville, PA 16051.Phone: 412-924-2237Elders: Roy Bessell, Floyd StevensonTreasurer: John Mitchell, R.D. 2, Volant, PA 16156. Phone: 412-530-2305Trinity—10510 Tmxton Road, Adelphi, MD 20783. Phone: 301-4452810Pastor: Randall VanOsdol, [Shirley], 10510 Tmxton Road, Adelphi, MD20783. Phone: 301-434-1016Clerk: Steven Rhodes, 5510 40th Ave., Hyattsville, MD, 20781. Phone:301-277-5066Elders: Steven Fischer, Brad Stewart, Bill Horlacher.Treasurer: Giana Jowers, 11502 Nevis Dr., Beltsville, MD 20705Tusca Area—Comer of Darlington and Chapel Roads, Brighton TBox 526, Beaver, PA 15009. Phone: 412-495-6811Pastor: Kenneth Hoffman, [Janice], 385 6th Sdeet, Beaver, PA 15009.Phone: 412-774-5798. Installed 1982Clerk:Elders: A. Dale Carothers, James R. Dobbs, Fred NahasTreasurer: Glen Detwiler, 870 Canal Sdeet, Beaver, PA 15009. Phone:412-774-3280

202 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEChairman of C.E.: Mrs. John Weinacht, 4265 Tuscarawas Rd.,PA 15009. Phone: 412-495-7057Ministers Serving at Geneva CollegeTimothy RusseU [Kathe], 3005 Fourth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.Phone 412-843-3469Dean R. Smith [Nancy], 3606 Sixth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Phone412-846-9694John H. White [Norma], D.Min., 3320 Fourth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA15010Ministers Serving the RP SeminaryG. Duncan Lowe [Carol], 2513 Holly Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Phone:412-731-5768Edward A. Robson, Ph.D. [Gretchen], 5370 Richland Rd., Gibsonia, PA15044. Phone: 412-444-6705Wayne R. Spear, Ph.D. [Mary], 3940 Bakerstown Road, Gibsonia, PA15044. Phone: 412-443-3591Bmce C. Stewart, D.D. [Rosalyn], 7959 Remington Drive, Pittsburgh, PA15237. Phone: 412-366-5028Ministers Serving on the Mission FieldChaplain Kelly J. Moore [Judy], FortDram, NY 13637. Phone: 315-629-4726William J. Stenett [Pitsa], 1-4-10, Izumi-Dai, Kita-ku, Kobe 651-11,Japan. Phone: 81-78-592-6519Ministers RetiredJoseph M. Caskey, 422 Seventh Ave., Patterson Heights, Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-846-0159.David M. Carson, Ph.D. [Margaret], 3606 College Avenue, Beaver Falls,PA 15010. Phone: 412-843-2061Norman M. Carson, Ph.D. [Beverly] ,616 Fifth Avenue, Patterson Heights,Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-3469E. Clark Copeland [Ethyl], Th.D., D.D., 10840 Highpoint, Pittsburgh, PA15235. Phone:412-731-1734John O. Edgar, 3221 Fifth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.Kermit S. Edgar, D.D. [Martha], 3004 Fifth Avenue, Beaver FaUs, PA15010. Phone: 412-846-0134Robert R. Fullerton [Barbara], P.O. Box 1160, Welaka, FL 32193.H. B. Harrington, RD#4, Box 490, New Castle, PA 16101. Phone: 412-924-9519.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 203MelvUle W. Martin [Marian], 107 Ridgewood Avenue, Pittsburg15229. Phone: 412-931-2603Charles S. Stenett, 161 Bimesser Drive, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.Phone:412-846-2097.J. Paul WUson [Peg], 3009 Fifth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Phone:412-843-7797J. Renwick Wright, D.D. [Maureen], 3000 Graham Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA15235. Phone: 412-241-2421Ministers without PastoratesDaniel H. Kepple [Debbie], R.D. #2 Box 205, New Alexandria, PA 15670.Phone: 412-668-8133Frank C. Schutz [Leslie], 316 Mayfield Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15214.Phone:412-231-6359.ROSTER OF ATLANTIC PRESBYTERYModeratorClerkTreasurerAd Interim CommissionJohn McMUlanBmce R. BackenstoGlen ChinRidgefield Park SessionBroomall—25 Lawrence Road, Broomall, PA 19008. Phone: 215-31371.Pastor: William J. Edgar, Ph.D. [Gretchen], 332 Riverview Avenue,Drexel HiU, PA 19026. Phone: 215-623-0117. InstaUed 1981Associate Pastor: Tom Houston [Jeanne], 14 Picnic Woods Rd., Lititz, PA17543. Phone: 717-627-4479.Clerk: Marshall W. Smith, P.O. Box 251, Edgemont, PA 19028. Phone:215-647-4342.Elders: R. David Ashleigh, William H. Cornell (inactive), George W.Jackson, Ralph Jackson (inactive)Treasurer: Mrs. Robert D. Edgar, 51-8 Revere Road, Drexel Hill, PA19026.S.S. Supt.: George W. JacksonCambridge—53 Antrim St., Cambridge, MA 02139 (all mail to 1Antrim Sdeet). Phone: 617-864-3185.Pastor: James Paul Kem [Nan], 612 Columbus Ave., #8, Boston, MA02116. Phone: 617- Installed 1993Clerk: Christopher Wright, Ph. D. [Carol], 154 Hillside Ave., Arlington,MA 02174. Phone: 617-641-9820.

204 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEElders: C. Fred MillicanTreasurer: Mrs. Charles F. Millican, 410 Wobum St., Lexington, MA02173. Phone: 617-862-0597.C.E. Chairman: Christopher Wright, Ph. D. [Carol], 154 Hillside Ave.,Arlington, MA 02174. Phone: 617-641-9820.Coldenham-Newburgh—467 Coldenham, Walden, NY 12586. Phone:914-564-3924.Stated Supply: John M. McMUlan [Marian], 467 Coldenham, Walden,NY 12586. Phone: 914-564-3924.Clerk: Phillip Shafer, 394 Lake Osiris Road, Waldon, NY 12586. Phone:Elders: Donald Crawford, Charles Shafer, Michael TabonTreasurer: Donald Crawford, 1032 Hoagerburgh Road, Wallktil, NY12589. Phone: 914-895-3891.S.S. Supt.: Mrs. John (Marian) McMillan, 467 Coldenham, Walden, NY12586. Phone: 914-564-3924.Elkins Park—Cypress and Cadwalader Avenues, Elkins Park, PAPhone: 215-887-9188.Pastor: Tony Cowley [Natalie], 8344 Cadwalader Ave., Elkins Park, PA19117. Phone: 215-635-0680. Installed 1990Clerk: Richard McMillan, 110 Rutledge Court, North Wales, PA 19454.Phone: 215-362-0179.Elders: Brace HemphillTreasurer: Robert McClay, 72 Plumdee Rd., Levittown, PA 19056.Phone: 215-943-2605.S.S. Supt.: noneRidgefield Park-310 Main St., Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660. Ph440-5993.Pastor: Brace R. Backensto [Kim], 17 Post St., Haledon, NJ 07508.Phone: 201-956-1889. Installed 1989Clerk: Richard B. Weir, Ph.D., 262 Pondfield Road West, Bronxville, NY10708. Phone: 914-753-7741.Elders: Glen A. Chin, W. K. Metcalfe, L.S.D., David A. Weir, Ph. D.Treasurer: Miss Mary Jane Park, 2 Godfrey Rd., Upper Montclair, NJ07043. Phone: 201-744-3179.S.S. Supt.: Richard B. Weir, Ph.D., 262 Pondfield Road West, Bronxville,NY 10708. Phone: 914-753-7741.White Lake—Rt. 17B and Mattison Rd. (P.O. Box 208), White L12786. Phone: 914-583-5222.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 205Pastor: David C. Coon [Cathy], P.O. Box 208, White Lake, NY 12786.Phone: 914-583-7082. Installed 1980Clerk: John Nelson, 121 Upper Briggs Rd., Ellenville, NY 12428. Phone:914-647-7170.Elders: Mike KlussmanTreasurer: Mrs. Florence Lynn, P.O. Box 50, White Lake, NY 12786.Phone: 914-583-4796.S.S. Supt.:Ministers Without PastoratesPhilip L. Coon, 1365 Biglerville Rd., Gettysburg, PA 17325. Phone: 717-337-2397.William H. Cornell, 2 Kayak Court, Newark, DE 19702. Phone: 302-368-9293.Jonathan B. Leach [Katy], 953 Norman St., Weatherby, PA, 18255.Phone:717-427-8988.Brace Hemphill [Margie], 1118 Easton Rd., #12, Willow Grove, PA19090. Phone: 215-830-0190.Brian Randazzo [J. J.], Box 608, Rt. 17-K, Montgomery, NY 12549.Phone: 914-564-3022H. Leveme Rosenberger [Gertmde], 658 GreenvUle Tpk., Port Jervis, NY12771. Phone:914-856-0711ROSTER OF GREAT LAKES-GULF PRESBYTERYModeratorClerkAssistant ClerkTreasurerModerator, Ad Interim CommissionConference DirectorYouth DirectorsWilliam RobertsRaymond MortonPhilip PockrasLaurence CurryRaymond JosephJohn McFarlandJim Long and John HansonBelle Center—(Rt.273 and Center), Box 365, Belle Center, OH 43310.Pastor: Philip Pockras [Judy], 403 N. Elizabeth Sdeet, Box 365, BeUeCenter, OH 43310. Phone: 513-464-6851. Installed 1985Clerk: Larry Bump [Gloria], 120 N. Springhill Sdeet, Bellefontaine, OH43311. Phone: 513-593-3559.Elders: Wilbur Keys [Margaret], J.M. Rutherford [Geneva]Treasurer: Paul McDonald [Jocele], 6404 T.R.55, Bellefontaine, OH43311. Phone: 513-593-1190.

206 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THES.S. Supt.: Janet Conrad, 448 T.R. 170, Rte. 1, Waynesfield, OH 45896.Phone: 419-568-2676Bloomington—302 East First Sdeet, Bloomington, IN 47401. Phone:812-339-1922 & 812-339-2034.Pastor: William Roberts [Rachel], 570 S. Kirby Rd., Bloomington, IN47403. Phone: 812-825-6543. Installed 1983Associate Pastor for Evangelism: Andrew McCracken [Susan], 3920 S.Kennedy Dr., Bloomington, IN 47401. Phone: 812-333-8763. Installed1992Clerk: Wendell McBumey [Jean], 11750 Greenfield Road, ZionsviUe, IN46077. Phone: 317-873-5000Elders: Brent Wells [Marilyn]Treasurer: Laurence Curry [Jean], 107 North Johnson Avenue, Bloomington,IN 47401. Phone: 812-339-9258S.S. Supt.: Kent Sommers, 710 Atwater St. Apt. #3, Bloomington, IN47401. Phone: 812-339-1764Columbus—2310 Chestnut Sdeet, Columbus, IN 47201. Phone: 812-378-3003Pastor: Jerry O'Neill [Ann], 2909 Sdeamside Dr., Columbus, IN 47203.Phone: 812-372-0858. Installed 1981Associate Pastor: Robert A. Henning [Ruth], 3711 Premier Drive, Columbus,IN 47203-9657. Phone 812-378-4190.Clerk: Brent Wells [Marilyn], 315 Union Sdeet, Hope, IN 47246. Phone:812-546-5968Elders: Edmund Schisler [Lynn], Butch Shoop [Paula]Treasurer: Shane Shoop [Lisa], 2929 Sdeamside Drive, Columbus, IN47203. Phone:812-372-0598S.S. Supt.: Jerry O'Neill [Ann], 2909 Sdeamside Dr., Columbus, IN47203. Phone: 812-372-0858.Evansville Mission Church—2901 Ingleheart, Evansville, IN 47712Organizing Pastor: Edwin Blackwood [Nancy], 2901 Ingleheart, Evansville,IN 47712. Phone: 812-422-7325.Clerk of the Governing Body: Keith Wing [Claudia], 414 N. BoeUneCamp Road, Evansville, IN 47712. Phone: 812-471-5745.Treasurer: Stuart Fraley [Patti], 7800 Washington Ave., Evansville, IN47715. Phone:812-471-5745Hetherton—Johannesburg, MI 49751.Stated Supply: Milton Harrington [Cordelia], Box 294, Rose City, MI

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 20748654. Phone: 517-685-2707.Clerk: Ed Roby [Shirley], P.O. Box 586 Roby Road, Johannesburg, MI49751. Phone: 517-786-2383.Treasurer: Herbert Harrington [Dorothy], Box 585, Johannesburg, MI49751.S.S. Supt.: Mrs. SonyaHoy, Johannesburg, MI 49751. Phone: 517-732-9604.Multiracial—1010 North 12th Avenue, Chapel, Pensacola, FL 3Phone: 904-469-9018.Pastor: Godfrey Franklin, Ph.D. [Kay], 5625 St. Adaman St, Pensacola,FL 32503-7916. Phone: 904-478-6552. Installed 1991Clerk: Kenneth Epps [Lometta], 4560 Bohemia Drive, Pensacola, FL32504-8560. Phone: 904-478-2805.Elders: Thomas Reid [Genevieve], Demetrius Taylor [Charmaine], DonMullinix [Mary].Treasurer: Alvin "Pete" Jackson [Felecia], 7100 Tippin Ave., Pensacola,FL 32504. Phone: 904-484-2798.S.S. Supt.: Felicia Jackson [Alvin], 7100 Tippin Ave., Pensacola, FL32504. Phone: 904-484-2798.Oakdale—Oakdale, IL 62268. Phone: 618-329-5283.Pastor: VacantClerk: Todd Patton, Apt. 8,3516 South Park Ave., Springfield, IL 62704.Phone: 217-793-0316Elders: Preston Carson; Dale Musselman [Maxine]Treasurer: WUliam Auld, [Eileen], 1500 Swanwick Rd., Oakdale, IL62268. Phone: 618-329-5528.S.S. Supt.: Todd Patton.Orlando—324E. Livingston Sdeet, Orlando, FL 32801. Phone: 404361.Pastor: James M. Wright [Judy], 9813 White Road, Ocoee, FL 34761.Phone: 407-291-2300. Installed 1970Associate Pastor for Outreach: D. Raymond McCracken [Mary], 4390CLake Underhill Rd., Orlando, FL 32803. Phone: 407-896-0784. Installed1993.Clerk: Joe Thompson [Rosie], 24 MagnoUa Sdeet, Ocoee, FL 34761.Phone: 407-877-3530.Elders: Ed Forest [Jean], Tom Forest [Rebecca], Joe Worsham [Donna]Treasurer: Philip Errion, 1591 Coluso Dr., Winter Garden, FL 34787.Phone: 407-877-1082

208 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THES.S. Supt.: Mrs. Phyllis [Ren] Tacey, 2620 Conway Gardens Road,Orlando, FL 32806. Phone: 407-898-5130; and Robert Terry [Peggy],2047 Howell Branch Road, Maitland, FL 32751. Phone: 407-648-0877.Second Indianapolis—4800 N. Michigan Road, IndianapoUs, IN 46208.Phone: 317-255-7557.Pastor: Roy Blackwood, Jr., Ph.D. [Margie], 1175 Princeton Place,ZionsviUe, IN 46077. Phone: 317-873-4775 Fax 317-873-0320. InstaUed1966Assoc. Pastor: Richard Johnston [Becky], 4800 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis,IN 46208. Phone: 317-255-7557. InstaUed 1993Clerk: Russ Pulliam [Ruth], Indianapolis News, 307 N. Pennsylvania,Indianapolis, IN 46206-0145. Phone: 317-633-9121.Elders: Jack Baumgardner [Karen], Donald Cassell, Jr., Dean Filson[Pam], Don Fulk [Ellen], Rich Johnston [Becky], Bob Heimburger[Betty], Karl Stoicheff [Joan], Ken Thompson [Ann]Treasurer: Ram Rao, 8721 Ginnylock Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46256.Phone:317-841-3024.S.S. Supt.: Lynda S wigart, 108 E. Pleasant Run Parkway, Indianapolis, IN46225.Selma—625 Jeff Davis Avenue, Selma, AL 36701. Phone: 205-875-7692.Pastor: Ralph E. Joseph [Sandy], 325 Jefferson Davis Ave., Selma AL36701. Phone: 205-872-2715Clerk: George Evans, [Jeannie], 328 Kingsley Drive, (Send all conespondencecare of the church address.) Selma, AL 36701. Phone: 205-875-1583.Elders: Samuel Austin, Joseph EvansTreasurer: Ruth J. Brooks, 810 Minter Avenue, Selma, AL 36701.Phone: 205-872-1885.S.S. Supt.: Wanda McCall [Charles], 208 Ruth St., Selmia, AL 36701Southfield-26550 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076. Phone: 313356-3932. (Use Area code 810 after Dec. 1993.)Pastor: Raymond P. Joseph [Alice], 26580 Evergreen Road Southfield,MI48076.Phone:313-356-3932. (UseAreacode810afterDec. 1993.)Installed 1987Clerk: Bmce Adams, D.O. [Charlotte], 29011 Merrick, Warren, MI48092. Phone: 313-751-3270. (Use Area code 810 after Dec. 1993.)Elders: James Curtis [Colleen], Jon Hughes [Wendy], Ralph SheU [Jessie],J. Raymond Stevenson [Ruth]

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 209Treasurer: Wendy Hughes [Jon], 4495 Harold, Troy, MI 48098. Phone:313-680-1959. (Use Area code 810 after Dec. 1993.)S.S. Supt.: C. Ralph Shell [Jessie], 531 Charlotte, Royal Oak, MI 48073.Phone: 313-435-6402. (Use Area code 810 after Dec. 1993.)Southside Indianapolis—6969 S. Meridian Sdeet, Indianapolis, IN46217. Phone: 317-787-1211. (Church office in pastor's home)Pastor: Keith R. Magill [Becky], 6878 Hillcrest Court, Indianapolis, IN46227. Phone: 317-783-9547. Fax: 317-783-7400. InstaUed 1980Clerk: John Hanson [Pam], R.R. #2 Box 380, Fairland, IN 46126. Phone:317-835-2801.Elders: Don Prichard [Stephanie], James Bishop [Peg], William Sheldrake[Priscilla], George Shopp [Bonnie].Treasurer: Mark Hart [Suzanne], 6440 Crimson Circle East Drive,Indianapolis, IN 46227. Phone: 317-787-7531.S.S. Supt.: Mrs. Stephanie Prichard [Don], 3224 Corey Drive, Indianapolis,IN 46227. Phone: 317-888-4977.Sparta—401 North Vine, Sparta, IL 62286. Phone: 618-443-4435.Pastor: RaymondE. Morton [Heather], 411N. Vine St., Sparta, IL62286.Phone: 618-443-3419. Installed 1989Director of Outreach: James McMahon [Laura], 516 N. Maple, Sparta,IL 62282. Phone: 618-443-4691Clerk: Robert Monow [Shirley], 414 N. Vine St., Sparta, IL 62286.Phone:618-443-3133.Elders: Robert Finley [Jeanne]Treasurer: Robert Finley [Jeanne], Box 35, RR #3, Sparta, IL 62286.Phone: 618-443-4478.S.S. Supt.: noneSycamore Fellowship Mission Church—Stated Supply: Barry York [Miriam], 1104 W. Walnut, Kokomo, IN46901. Phone: 317-457-6682.Treasurers: Tom andSusan Dinkledine, 11300W. 100 S., Russiaville, IN46979. Phone: 317-452-6132.West Lafayette-545 Hayes Sdeet, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Phone:317-743-4368.Pastor: David W.Long [Jenny], 401 Brookfield Dr., Lafayette, IN 47905.Phone: 317-474-0965. Installed 1984Clerk: William L.Long,[Lois], 1228 Meadowbrook Drive, Lafayette, IN47905. Phone: 317-447-8112.

210 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEElders: Dan Webb [Joanne]Financial Secretary: Janet Wagner [Buck], 3029 Pokagon Drive, Lafayette,IN 47905. Phone: 317-477-7377.S.S. Supt.: Harlan Day [Heather], 126 E. Stadium Ave., W.Lafayette, IN47906. Phone: 317-743-1197Westminster—P.O. Box 267, Vemon Hills, IL 60061. (Send mailpastor's address.)Pastor: Harry Metzger [Catherine], 215 E. Lakeside, Vemon Hills, IL60061. Phone:708-367-1034. Installed 1990Clerk: Robert Koch [Pam], 103 Hamilton Place, Vemon Hills, IL 60061.Phone: 708-367-9188.Elders: Fikre Menbre [Ritva].Treasurer: Bmce Lundeen [Pat], 19687 W. Hawthome, Mundelein, IL60060. Phone: 708-362-5491.S.S. Supt.: Catherine Metzger [Harry], 215 E. Lakeside, Vemon HiUs, IL60061. Phone:708-367-1034.Retired MinistersPaul E. Faris, R.R. 1, Box 248, Bringhurst, IN 46913. Phone: 219-967-4855.Ministers Without PastoratesDavid Craig, 118 Hauser Ct., Hope, IN 47246. Phone: 812-546-5758.Garland Kincaid [Uree], R.R.#1, Box 273A, Pittsboro, IN 46167.Phone:317-892-3829.M. L. McFarland, D. Min. [Shirley], 1832N. Ogemaw Trail, West Branch,MI 48661. Phone 517-873-3930.James McMahon [Laura], 516 N. Maple, Sparta, IL 62286. Phone: 618-443-4691.Robert W. Monow [Shirley], 414 N. Vine, Sparta, IL 62286. Phone: 618-( 443-3133.Edward Pitts [Nora], 9182 6th Ave. W., Dallas GA 30132. Phone: 404-445-9687.Tom Reid [Genevieve], 5840 Ridgewood, Apt. K-5, Jackson, MS 39211,Phone: 601-978-3288Inactive MinistersR. Paul Mathews, 587 E. Circle Dr., Rose City, MI 48654. Phone: 517-685-3187.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 211ROSTER OF MIDWEST PRESBYTERYModeratorRobert L. HemphillClerkJ. Bmce MartinAssistant ClerkR. Bruce ParnellTreasurer Dennis Wing, 6104 Hallet, Shawnee, KS 66216.Phone: 913-268-9612.Ad Interim Commission ModeratorHarold MiUiganIowa Conference SecretaryRob JanardEastern Conference SecretaryJ. Edward HindmanWestern Conference SecretaryRonald L. GrahamYouth LeadersGreg & Jan AdamsAurora—15150 Montview Blvd., Aurora, CO 80011.Pastor: Sidney W. Van Camp, Ph. D. [Judy], 2281 Macon St., Aurora, CO80010. Phone: 303-341-6546. Installed 1978Clerk: William Van Sciver [Vicki], 707 Uvalda St., Aurora, CO 80011.Phone: 303-367-8796.Elders:Treasurer: Eric Martinez, [Shannon], 16222E. 17th PL, Unit#C, Aurora,CO 80011. Phone:303-363-8067.S.S.Supt./C.E. Chr.: William Van Sciver [Vicki], 707 Uvalda St., Aurora,CO 80011. Phone: 303-367-8796.Youth leaders: Eric & Shannon Martinez, 16222 E. 17th PL, Unit #C,Aurora, CO 80011. Phone: 303-363-8067.Christ Covenant Church—(Send mail to the Clerk of Session), 2312Harvard, Lawrence, Kansas. Phone: 913-842-5797.Pastor: Mark England, 641 Tennesee, Lawrence, KS 66044. Phone: 913-832-2896. Installed 1993Clerk: Philip Beard [Eileen], 735 Illinois, Lawrence, KS 66044. Phone:913-842-9262.Elders: Carl Mathews [Sharon], Jenold S. Milroy [Saundy]Treasurer: Saundy Milroy [Jenold], 14103 West 62ndTenace, Shawnee,KS 66216. Phone:913-631-9380.S.S.Supt/C.E.Chr: Carl Mathews [Sharon], 818 Missouri, Lawrence, KS66044. Phone: 913-843-7537.Youth Directors: James and Tamara Janow, 925 Vermont, Lawrence, KS66044. Phone:913-749-3478

212 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEClarinda—R.3, Box 52A, Clarinda, IA 51632. Phone: 712-542-32Pastor: Robert LaMay [Kay], Box 108, 519 Tarkio St., Clarinda, IA51632. Phone: 712- Installed 1993Clerk: Raymond Moore, 522 W. Orange, Clarinda, IA 51632. Phone:712-542-4536.Elders: J. Edward Hindman (Provisional), Jenold S. Milroy (Provisional).Treasurer: Mrs. Rudy (Helen) Falk, R.R. 4, Box 116, Clarinda, IA 51632.Phone:712-542-2697.S.S. Supt./C.E. Chr.: Steve & Ruth Falk, R.R. 4, Clarinda, IA 51632.Phone:712-542-2697.Denison—P.O. Box 76, Denison, KS 66419. Phone: 913-935-2348.Pastor: J. Edward Hindman [Cindy], P.O. Box 76, Denison, KS 66419.Phone: 913-935-2394. Installed 1977Clerk: Lloyd J. Copeland, R. 1 Box 59, Mayetta, KS 66509. Phone: 913-935-2428.Elders: Dale Blackwood, James D. Braum, Harold McCrory, HarlanPhillips, Merlin Wing.Treasurer: Allen Caskey [Mary Ann], R. 2, Holton, KS 66436. Phone:913-935-2222.S.S. Supt.: Mary Ann Caskey [Allen], R. 2, Holton, KS 66436. Phone:913-935-2222.Greeley—1501 Tenth Ave., Greeley, CO 80631. Phone: 303-352-1Pastor: VacantClerk: Philip Kennedy, P.O. Box 16, Pierce, CO 80650. Phone: 303-834-2223.Elders: Bmce CummingsTreasurer: Marcia Siebring, 3810 W. 12th St., Greeley, CO 80634.Phone: 303-353-0426.S.S. Supt.: None.Hebron—1328 Goodin Dr., R. 3, Clay Center, KS 67432-2248. P913-632-5861.Pastor: J. Bruce Martin [JoAnne] ,813 Crawford, Clay Center, KS 67432-2630. Phone: 913-632-2458. Installed 1976Clerk: Harold Milligan [Margaret], 1412 Hackensack Rd., Clay Center,KS 67432. Phone: 913-632-2009.Elders: Steven McMahan [Sheryl]Elders Emeriti: Russell James [Betty], Ray MilliganTreasurer: Mrs. Russell (Betty) James, 2224 N. Highway 15, Clay

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 213Center, KS 67432. Phone: 913-632-5016.C.E.Chairman: Harold MUligan [Margaret], 1412 Hackensack Rd., ClayCenter, KS 67432. Phone: 913-632-2009.Minneola—(Locust and Maple) Box 197, Minneola, KS 67865-019Phone: 316-885-4346.Pastor: Ron Graham [Gay], (208 E. Ash) Box 197, Minneola, KS 67865-0197. Phone: 316-885-4538. Installed 1985Clerk: Wayne D. Curry [Anita], Box 2, Minneola, KS 67865-0002.Phone: 316-885-4553.Elders: Reed Hindman [Carol], Archie McKissick [Ruth]Treasurer: Robert McKissick M.D. [Sharon], Box 461, Minneola, KS67865-0461. Phone: 316-885-4802.Quinter—721 Gove St., Box 280, Quinter, KS 67752. Phone: 9133406.Pastor: Vacant.Clerk: Waldo McBumey [Vernice], (518 Park St.) P.O. Box 277, Quinter,KS 67752. Phone: 913-754-3534.Elders: Max E. Mann [Fran], Robert Mann [Ruth] (Provisional)Treasurer: Sam Chestnut [Norma], Box 122, Morland, KS 67650. Phone:913-627-3175.S.S. Supt.: Fran Mann, [Max], Box 24A, Quinter,KS 67752. Phone: 913-754-3925.Sharon-R.R.2, Moming Sun, IA 52640. Phone: 319-394-3382.Pastor: Robert Schmidtberger [Louise], R.R. 2, Moming Sun, IA 52640.Phone: 319-868-7719. Installed 1985Clerk: John W. Smith [Roselea], Northview Dr., R. R.5, Box 526,Burlington, IA 52601. Phone: 319-754-8720.Elders: Paul McElhinney [Evelyn], James Pilling [Sharon]Treasurer: Kim Robb [Chris], Rt. 2, Box 195, Moming Sun, IA 52640.Phone: 319-868-7852.S.S. Supt.: Paul McElhinney [Evelyn], Box 246, Moming Sun, IA 52640.Phone: 319-868-7879.Shawnee—(6835 Pflumm Rd.) P.O. Box 3427, Shawnee, KS 66203.Phone:913-631-1991.Pastor: Terence E. Dowds, 11315 W. 73rd St., Shawnee, KS 66203.Phone: 913-962-1822. Installed 1993Clerk: Harold Faris [Margaret], 5001 N.W. Harmony Lane, Kansas City,MO 64151-2527. Phone: 816-741-3325.

214 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEElders: Wilbur Copeland [Arvilla], Curtis Porter [Sandy], Dennis W[Debbie], R. Paul Wright, M.D. [Gretta]Elder Emeritus: Clyde Redpath [Carabel]Treasurer: Richard M. Hemphill [Nancy], 4902 Belinder Ave., ShawneeMission, KS 66205. Phone: 913-236-9574.S.S. Supt.: Dennis Wing [Debbie], 6104 Hallet, Shawnee, KS 66216.Phone:913-268-9612Youth Leaders: Dennis and Debbie Wing, 6104 Hallet, Shawnee, KS66216. Phone: 913-268-9612.Springs Reformed Church (RPCNA)—229 S. Weber, Colorado Springs,CO 80903. Phone: 719-577-9225.Pastor: J. Paul McCracken [Frances], 617 Salano Dr. Colorado Springs,CO 80906. Phone: 719-471-2417. Installed 1986Clerk: Robert J. Mann [Ruth], 430 Kinnikinnik Dr., Colorado Springs,CO 80906. Phone: 719-635-8628.Treasurer: Mrs. Robert (Ruth) Mann, 430 Kinnikinnik Dr., ColoradoSprings, CO 80906. Phone: 719-635-8628.C.E. Chairman: Mrs. Robert (Ruth) Mann, 430 Kinnikinnik Dr., ColoradoSprings, CO 80906. Phone: 719-635-8628.Sterling—412 N. 8th St., Sterling, KS 67579. Phone: 316-278-3507Office: 316-278-2919.Pastor: Dennis J. Pmtow [Erma], 510 N. Broadway, Sterling, KS 67579.Phone:316-278-2905.Clerk: John Wilkey [Phyllis], Rt. 2, Box 104, Sterling, KS 67579. Phone:316-278-3182.Elders: James Humphreys [Mary], Robert McCrory [Christine], DonReed [Linda], John Wilkey [Phyllis]Treasurer: James R. McCrory [Celia], 316 N. 10th, Sterling, KS 69579.Phone:316-278-2897.C.E. Chairman: Dennis J. Prutow [Erma], 510 N. Broadway, Sterling,KS 67579. Phone: 316-278-2905.Stillwater-Office: P.O. Box 531, Stillwater, OK, 74076-0531. Meetplace: 3823 W. 19th St., Stillwater, OKPastor: R. Bruce Parnell [Vicky], 2104 Anowhead, Stillwater, OK74074. Phone: 405-372-4910. Installed 1991Clerk: Alan Noell [Liz], 2137 Admiral, Stillwater, OK 74074. Phone:405-377-0634.Elders:

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 215Treasurer: Jeff Spitler [Melody], Route 4, Box 16, Stillwater, OK 74074.Phone: 405-372-4479.Topeka—2121 Fairlawn Rd., Topeka, KS 66614. Phone: 913-272-1Pastor: Robert H. McFarland [Georgia], 5460 S.W. 53rd St., Topeka, KS66610. Phone: 913-862-1835. Installed 1987Clerk: Danell Parnell, Ph. D., [Esther], 1600 Jewell, Topeka, KS 66604.Phone: 913-233-6926. (After January 1,1994, Larry Copeland [Karen],5111 NW Pueblo Ct, Topeka, KS 66618.)Elders: Larry Copeland [Karen], Philip Duguid [Eleanor], Joseph Huston,M.D., [Nita], T. Richard Hutcheson, William McFarland, DanellParnell, Ph.D. [Esther], Danel Powell [Janice]Treasurer: Duzel Yates [Marjorie], 4355 Twilight Dr., Topeka, KS66614. Phone: 913-273-4012.S.S. Supt: Ed Dean [Denise], 8620 Marple, Topeka, KS 66617. Phone:913-484-3388.Youth Leaders: Danell & Esther Parnell, 1600 Jewell, Topeka, KS66604. Phone: 913-233-6926.Washington—500 S. Ave. "D," Washington, IA 52353. Phone: 3193101.Pastor: Douglas Comin, [Amy], 413 W. 8th St., Washington, IA 52353.Phone: 319-653-2530. Installed 1992Clerk: George F. Masson, Jr. [Katherine], P.O. Box 532, Washington, IA52353. Phone: 319-653-4352.Elders: Ralph Howell [Henrietta], Donald Wilson [Julia]Treasurer: Gary Todd [Karen], 1242 Ridge Road, Columbus Junction,IA 52738. Phone: 319-728-2702.S.S. Supt.: Mary Hays [John], R.R. 1, Box 21, 3310 305th St.,Crawfordsville, IA 52621. Phone: 319-658-2209.Westminster—4455 W. 112th Ave., Westminster, CO 80030. Phone303-469-0761.Pastor: Robert L. Hemphill [Cheryl], 3781 W. 90th Way, Westminster,CO 80030. Phone: 303-650-5945. Installed 1991Clerk: Greg Adams [Jan], 3550 Ames St., Denver, CO 80212. Phone:303-420-5076.Elders: John T. Duke [Kathy], Richard Mueller [Susan]Treasurer: Robert Buck, 205 Marble St. #307, Broomfield, CO 80020.Phone: 303-469-9982.

216 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEC.E. Chairman: Greg Adams [Jan], 3550 Ames St., Denver, CO 8Phone: 303-420-5076.Winchester—R.1, Box A-1,Winchester, KS 66097. Phone: 913-7744021.Pastor: Paul W. Finley, R.R.#1, Box A-1, Winchester, KS 66097. Phone:913-774-4585. InstaUed 1993Clerk: Dale Curry [Joan], R. 1, Box 124, Winchester, KS 66097. Phone:913-774-7325.Elders: D. Howard Elliott, D.D. [Winifred], David Huston [Joy], JayO'Neill [Cindy].Treasurer: Joan Curry [Dale], R. 1, Box 124, Winchester, KS 66097.Phone: 913-774-7325.C.E. Chm.: Jay O'Neill [Cindy], Rt. 1, Box 34B, Winchester, KS 66097.Phone:913-774-8791.Ordained Men on the Mission FieldChaplain Stan Copeland [Marilyn], 5903F Irons Ct, Fort Polk, LA 71459.Phone: 318-Chaplain Joseph C. Paul [Maria], U.S. Naval Facility- Argentia, PSC1006,Box 110, FPO AE 09730-1007. Phone: 709-227-5713.Gene W. Spear [Ruth], 26-5,3 Chome, Hommachi, Mukonoso, Amagaski661 Japan.Ronald H. Stegall [Kathy], P.O. Box 2152, Lamaca, Cypms. Phone: 011-357-4-655-773.Ordained Men Without PastoratesWilliam A. Blackwood [Nancy], 957 14th Street, Marion, IA 52302.Phone: 319-377-2146.Samuel E. Boyle, D.D. [Orlena], The Meadows Apartments #102,11938W. 77th St., Lenexa, KS 66216. Phone: 913-631-1614.R. Wylie Caskey, D.D., R. 1, Box 8A, Winchester, KS 66097. Phone: 913-774-8481.D. Howard Elliott, D.D. [Winifred], 405 Delaware, Winchester, KS66097. Phone: 913-774-8643.Ronald V. Good [Virginia], 825 S. Iowa, Washington, IA 52353. Phone:319-653-3313.E. Raymond Hemphill, D.D. [Jennie], 1070 Iris, Broomfield, CO 80020.Phone: 303-469-6384.T. Richard Hutcheson, 2745 S.W. Villa West #2101, Topeka, KS 66614.Phone: 913-272-6107.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 217June E. McElroy [Jennie], 330 South Corona, Denver, CO 80209303-777-7248.Jenold S. Milroy [Saundy], 14103 West 62nd Tenace, Shawnee, KS66216. Phone: 913-631-9380.Waldo Mitchel, D.D. [Esther], 2344 PerrysviUe Ave. Pittsburgh, PA15214-3597. Phone: 412-321-0710.Robert More, Jr., Ph.D. [Ruth], P.O. Box 117, Waddington, NY 13694.Phone: 315-388-4630.Thomas A. Price, Jr. [Alice], RD 2, Box 129 Chaut. Shrs., MayviUe, NY14757. Phone: 914-831-1593.Harold Thompson [Mary], 755 S. Alton Way, Apt. 10-C, Denver, CO80231. Phone: 303-364-4246.Robert B. Tweed [Elaine], 209 4th St., Winchester, KS, 66097. Phone:913-774-4478.S. Bmce Willson, D.D., 3732 Tres Lomas Place, Tucson, AZ 87549.Phone: 602-749-3846.Martin J. Wilsey [Barbara], 170 Garnet St., Broomfield, CO 80020.Phone: 303-465-3907.ROSTER OF PACIFIC COAST PRESBYTERYModeratorClerkAssistant ClerkTreasurerAssistant TreasurerYoung People's Secretary, 1989Moderator of Ad Interim CommissionAndrew ShepPaul M. MartinHarold ReybumDennis OlsonJohn B. LamontHector PinoDonald PiperFresno-380 N. Maple Avenue, Fresno, CA 93702. Phone: 209-251-4176.Pastor: Timothy McCracken [Lori], 4614 E. Grant Avenue, Fresno, CA93702. Phone: 209-456-9554. Installed 1988Clerk: Danny Gathright [Kathy], 325 S. Rabe Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727.Phone: 209-252-5317.Elders: WilUam Copeland [Willa], Donald Gouge [Jeanne]Treasurer: Debra Goehring, 3289 W. Stewart, Fresno, CA 93711. Phone:209-439-8603.

218 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THELos Angeles—3557 Fletcher Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90065. Phon255-8757.Pastor: James D. Carson [Dorothy], D.Min., D.D., D.D., 230 CherryDrive, Pasadena, CA 91105. Phone: 818-793-8610. Installed 1973Clerk: Francis S. Buck, M.D. [Dorothy], 240 Cheny Drive, Pasadena, CA91105. Phone: 818-795-2623.Elders: J.D. Birdsall [Evelyn] Richard Buck [Leah]; Howard Huizing[Irene]; C. Dean Hinton, D.D.S. (Elder Emeritus), Raul Sanchez[Josephina].Treasurer: Mrs. Rebecca PhilUps, 1371 Brixton Road, Pasadena, CA91105. Phone: 213-256-3370.Phoenix—1117 E. Devonshire, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Phone: 602-273497.Pastor: Paul M. Martin [Esther], 4431 N. Longview, Phoenix, AZ 85014.Phone: 602-266-1454. Installed 1972Clerk: Harold Reybum [Dawn], 4035 E. Osborn Road Phoenix, AZ85018. Phone: 602-954-9524.Elders: Philip W. Martin [Jean]Treasurer: Timothy Stanton, c/o 1117 E. Devonshire, Phoenix, AZ85014.San Diego—3495 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115 Phone: 6582-0940.Pastor: Andrew Schep [Joanna], 3943 Manon Sdeet, San Diego, CA92115 Phone: 619-286-6779. Installed 1991Clerk: Bennett Broadway [Judy], 675 Ecken Road, El Cajon, CA 92020.Phone: 619-442-9014.Elders: Roney Posvar [Judy]Treasurer: Jaime Green [Mark], 2519 Camino de Las Palmas, CA 92045.Phone:619-697-2241.Seattle—6554 20th Avenue, N.E., Seattle, WA 98115. Phone: 203187.Pastor: Donald Piper [Boni], 1915 N.E. 68th Sdeet, Seatde, WA 98115.Phone: 206-525-2884. Installed 1977Clerk: Joseph Lamont, Jr. [Beth], 4233 N.E. 75th Sdeet, Seattle, WA98115. Phone: 206-524-2052.Elders: John B. Lamont [Mary], Dennis Olson [Karen], Paul Perkins [Pat]Treasurer: Darik Taniguchi [Jo], 13118 NE 143rd St., Kirkland, WA98034. Phone: 206-821-8206

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 219Ministers Without PastoratesCharles Chao, D.D. [Pearl], 108 San Min Road, 2F-4, Taipei, Taiwan,RepubUc of China. Phone: 011-886-2-766-1003. U.S. Address: 1358CaUe Rosamaria, San Dimas, CA 91773 Phone: 818-331-7470.Philip W. Martin [Jean], 4332 N. Longview, Apt. 2, Phoenix, AZ 85014.Phone: 602-264-0253.Glenn E. McFarland [Jean], 326 Craig Drive, Orange, CA 92669. Phone:714-771-7565.Robert W. McMillan [Nadzieja], 215 N. Wynne St., Apt. 12, Colville, WA99114.Donald Weilersbacher [Sandy], 3832 Loma Alta Drive, San Diego, CA92115. Phone: 619-582-0867.ROSTER OF ST. LAWRENCE PRESBYTERYModeratorClerkTreasurerAd Interim CommissionChurch Extension CommissionStudent Oversight CommitteeCommission to Oversee Camps:St. Lawrence Family CampWhite Lake CampWade MannKenneth A. McBumeyEverett WoodChristian AdjemianRichard GanzWalter Wm. SwartzWebster Fields, Aubrey E. AyerGreg Moberg, George HueberAlmonte—273 Almonte Sdeet, Almonte, Ontario, Canada KOA 1A0.Phone: 613-256-2816Pastor: Kenneth A. McBumey [Virginia], 350 Almonte Sdeet, Box 122,Almonte, Ontario, KOA 1A0, Canada. Phone: 613-256-1749. Installed1976Clerk: Thomas Bums, R.R. #1, Carleton Place, Ontario, K7C 3P1,Canada. Phone: 613-257-1924Elders: William J. Bums, James L. MortonTreasurer: John R. Morton, Box 562, Almonte, Ontario, KOA 1A0,Canada. Phone: 613-256-1904S.S. Supt.: Clarence Bowes, R.R. #1, Carleton Place, Ontario, K7C 3P1,Canada. Phone: 613-257-4529

220 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEEndwell—Pastor: Arthur Fawthrop, 419 W. Franklin St., Endicott, NY 13760.Phone: 607-748-0924.Clerk: Donald McBumey, 312 Ridgefield Road, Endicott, NY 13760.Phone: 607-754-8850.Elders: Sam CrowTreasurer: Bob Macaulay, 40 Seminary Ave., Binghamton, NY 13905.Phone: 607-722-7317.Lisbon—Cemetery and Tuck Roads, Lisbon, NY 13658.Pastor: Wade Mann [Barbara], Box 88, Main St., Lisbon, NY 13658.Phone: 315-393-9041. Installed 1991Clerk: Dale Smith, Lisbon, NY 13658. Phone: 315-393-2988.Elders: Webster Fields, Donald SmithTreasurer: Mrs. Webster [Edna] Fields, Box 191, Ogdensburg, NY13669. Phone: 315-393-2749.S.S. Supt.: Lowell Smith, Dezell Road, Lisbon, NY 13658. Phone: 315-393-5789.Lochiel—Pastor: Vacant. Moderator: Wade Mann (See Lisbon).Clerk: Brian Brodie, R.R.#3, Dalkeith, Ontario, KOB 1E0, Canada. Phone:613-874-2989.Elders: (Provisional) James L. Morton, Dale SmithTreasurer: Mrs. William Brodie, R.R.#3, Dalkeith, Ontario, KOB 1E0,Canada. Phone: 613-874-2651.Oswego—71 W. Bridge Sdeet, Oswego, NY 13126. Phone:.315-343-7112.Pastor: Walter Wm. Swartz [Karen] 119 EastThird Sdeet, Oswego, NY13126. Phone: 315-343-0581. Installed 1980Clerk: George Hueber.R.R. 2, Box 482, Oswego, NY 13126. Phone: 315-343-4820.Elders: John W. McGrath, Roy W. van NorsdandTreasurer: Andrew Cunan, Jr., R.D. 1, Box 16 Momingside Drive,Hannibal, NY 13074. Phone: 315-564-6656.Youth Director: Peter E. Howe.Ottawa—Pastor: Richard L. Ganz, Ph.D. [Nancy], P.O. Box 3322, Station C,Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4J5, Canada. Phone: 613-257-1650. Installed1981

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 221Clerk: Aubrey E. Ayer, 204 Woodroffe Avenue, Ottawa, Ontari3V4, Canada. Phone: 613-725-6963.Elders: Alaisdar GrahamTreasurer: David Ayer, 113 Thistledown Court, Nepean, Ontario, K2J1J5, Canada. Phone: 613-825-6281.Rochester Fellowship—Pastor: Vacant. Interim Moderator: George Hueber (See Oswego).Clerk: Gregory O. Moberg, 84 Inglewood Drive, Rochester, NY 14619.Phone:716-328-1069.Provisional Elders: Gene Huggins, WiUiamH. Pihl, Roy W. van NorsdandTreasurer: Gregory O. Moberg, 84 Inglewood Drive, Rochester, NY14619. Phone: 716-328-1069.Smiths Falls—79 McGill Sdeet North, Smiths Falls, Ontario,Canada. Phone: 613-284-8385.Pastor: Christian Adjemian, Ph.D. [Laura], R.R. 5. Perth, Ontario K7H3C7, Canada. Phone: 613-264-0262. Installed 1988Clerk: John F. Coombs, M.D., General Delivery, Fallbrook, Ontario K0G1A0, Canada. Phone: 613-267-6949.Treasurer: Walter Dix, R.R. #1, Perth, Ontario K7H 3C3, Canada. Phone:613-267-1708.Syracuse—2517 S. Salina Sdeet, Syracuse, NY 13215. Phone: 315618.Pastor: Kenneth G. Smith [Floy], 312 Goodrich Ave., Syracuse, NY13210. Phone: 315-476-3417. Installed 1993Clerk: Marvin Achilles, 6 Midway Lane, Baldwinsville, NY 13027.Phone: 315-635-9556.Elders: Gene Huggins, Bmce Manwaring, Robert Pinkerton, John RamseyTreasurer: John Orcutt, 5573 Bear Road, North Syracuse, NY 13212.Phone: 315-452-0232Walton—East and Bmce Sdeets, Walton, NY 13856. Phone: 607-866481.Pastor: Vacant.Clerk: Jack McCready, R.D.#2, Walton, NY 13856. Phone: 607-865-5966.Elders: Bmce Henderson, Karl Meeker, Hartley Russell, Robert Russell,Wendell SpearTreasurer: Renwick Russell, R.D. #2, Box A193, Walton, NY 13856.Phone: 607-865-4018.

222 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEMontreal Mission—Contact Person: Philip Choiniere-Shields, 140 Hillcrest Ave., Ville St-Piene, Quebec H8R 1J4. Phone: 514-484-0670.Ministers Serving with the Foreign Mission BoardCharles Leach [Susan], 3-4-16, Hontamon, Tarumi-ku, Kobe 655, Japan.Phone: from USA: 011-81-78-784-2299.Ministers Without PastoratesW. Douglas Chamberlain [Bonnie], R.D. 1 Box 91, Rensselaer Falls, NY13680. Phone: 315-344-6563.William H. Pihl [Beverly], 152 Post Avenue, Rochester, NY 14619.Phone:716-436-0738.Robert Rice [Vivian], 6249 Country Lane, Homer, NY 13077. Phone: 607-749-7692.ROSTER OF JAPAN COMMISSIONModeratorClerkTreasurerAuditorYoung People's SecretaryShigeru TakiuraHirokazu Enmoto, W. J. StenettYoshio NittaNorihide KomuroSumito SakaiHigashisuma—4-2-26 Oote-cho, Suma-Ku, Kobe 654, Japan.Pastor: Toshio Masunaga [Eiko], Phone: 078-731-5702, From USA:011-81-78-731-5702. Installed 1959Clerk: Hagiwara Shozo [Setsuko], 7-18-21 Seiwadai, Kita-ku, Kobe 651-11, Japan. Phone: 078-593-2065, From USA: 011-81-78-593-2065.Elders: Akira Funahashi, Yoshio Nitta, Setsuo Sakai.Treasurer: Fumiko Nitta [Yoshio], 5-4-5, Katayama-cho, Nagata-ku,Kobe 653, Japan. Phone: 078-691-9039, From USA: 011-81-78-691-9039.S.S. Supt: Yoshio Nitta [Fumiko], 5-4-5, Katayama-cho, Nagata-ku,Kobe 653, Japan. Phone: 078-691-9039, From USA: 011-81-78-691-9039.Youth Leader: Miho Yamashita, Yunihaimu Higashinada 501,Fukaehama-cho 124, Phone 078-411-5632, From USA: 011-81-78-411-5632.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 223Hontamon Mission Station: 3-4-16 Hontamon, Tammi-ku, Kobe 655,JapanPastor: Charles W. Leach [Susan], Phone: 078-784-2299; From USA:011-81-78-784-2299.Clerk: Toshio Masunaga, 4-2-26 Oote-cho, Suma-ku, Kobe 654, Japan.Phone: 078-731-5702; From USA: 011-81-78-731-5702.Elders (Provisional): Setsuo Sakai [Tomoko]Treasurer: Tomoko Sakai, 6-25-7 Hontamon, Tammi-ku, Kobe 655,Japan. Phone: 078-781-2888; From USA: 011-81-78-781-2888.Inano Mission: c/o Lie. Shigeki Komuro, 3-71-2 Inano-cho, ItamiJapan. Phone: 0727-72-4718; From USA: 011-81-727-72-4718.Kasumigaoka—6-8-10, Kasumigaoka, Tammi-Ku, Kobe 655, Japan.Pastor: Samuel Youn [Jung Im Park]. Phone: 078-707-2155, From USA:011-81-78-707-2155. Installed 1991Clerk: Kozo Kato [Yoshiko], 1-4-15, Midorigaoka Higashi, Miki 673-05Japan. Phone: 07948-5-0592, From USA: 011-81-79-485-0592.Elder: Kiyoshi Kojima.Treasurer: Hideichi Kojima [Kiyomi], Izumidai 2-chome, 2-1-2-606Kita-ku, Kobe 651-11 Japan. Phone: 078-591-4775, From USA: 011-81-78-591-4775.S.S. Supt.: Kozo Kato [Yoshiko], 1-4-15, Midorigaoka Higashi, Miki673-05 Japan. Phone: 07948-5-0592, From USA: 011-81-79-485-0592.Keiyaku—6-17-31, Motoyama Kita-Machi, Higashinada-Ku, Kobe 658,Japan.Pastor: Shigem Takiura [Masako]. 6-17-31, Motoyama Kita-Machi,Higashinada-Ku, Kobe 658, Japan. Phone: 078-452-5310, From USA:011-81-78-452-5310. Installed 1977Clerk: Hirokazu Enmoto [Chie], Okamoto Century Mansion 316,4-9-30Okamoto, Higashi Nada-ku, Kobe 658, Japan. Phone: 078-431-2613,From USA: 011-81-78-431-2613.Treasurer: Hajime Nakamura [Hiroko], 15-10-31 Kusunoki-cho, Ashiya659, Japan. Phone: 0797-31-9368, From USA: 011-81-79-731-9368.Kita-Suzurandai (Mission Station)—1-4-10, Izumi-dai, Kita-Ku, Kob651-11, Japan.Pastor: William J. Stenett [Pitsa]. Phone: 078-592-6519, From USA:011-81-78-592-6519.

224 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD Ub THEClerk: Yoshio Nitta [Fumiko], 5-4-5, Katayama-cho, Nagata-k653, Japan. Phone: 078-691-9039, From USA: 011-81-78-691-9039.Elders (Provisional): Yoshio Nitta [Fumiko], Charles Leach [Susan].Mukonoso—3-26-5, Mukonoso, Amagasaki 661, Japan.Pastor: Gene Spear [Ruth]. Phone: 06-432-5343, From USA: 011-81-6-432-5343. Installed 1991Clerk: Norihide Komuro [Shigeko], 3-71-2 Inano-cho, Itami 664, Japan.Phone: 0727-72-4718, From USA: 011-81-727-72-4718.Treasurer: Reiko Fukuya, 4-12-4, Mukonoso, Amagasaki 661, Japan.Phone: 06-433-0192, From USA: 011-81-6-433-0192.ROSTER OF FOREIGN MISSIONARIESCharles Chao, D.D.[Pearl], (On loan to the Reformation TranFellowship) 1358 Calle Rosamaria St., San Dimas, CA 91773. Phone:818-331-7470.Charles Leach [Susan], 3-4-16, Hontamon, Tarumi-ku, Kobe 655, Japan.Phone: from USA: 011-81-78-784-2299.Gene Spear [Ruth], 3-26-5, Honmachi, Mukonoso Amagasaki 661, Japan.Phone: 81-6-432-5343, from USA: 011-81-6-432-5343.Ronald Stegall [Kathy], P.O. Box 2152, Lamaca, Cypms. Phone: 011-357-4-655-773.William Stenett [Pitsa], 1-4-10, Izumi-Dai, Kita-ku, Kobe 651-11, Japan.Phone: 81-78-592-6519, from USA: 011-81-78-592-6519.Shirley Wright, KobePortP.O. Box 822, Kobe, Japan 651-01. Phone: 011-81-78-242-7003.SALARY SCHEDULEFOREIGN MISSIONARIES 1993Basic: Ordained $20,973Non-Ordained $16,778Increment:Ordained: $600 per year up to fiveyears.Non-ordained $480 per year up to fiveyears.An adjustment is made each month according to the cost-of-living index.Salaries are paid monthly.Fringe Benefits: Hospitalization Insurance, Denominational Pension, inlieu of S.S. Schooling provided for children through high school.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 225ROSTER OF WOMEN'S SYNODICALMISSIONARY FELLOWSHIPWomen's Synodical OfficersPresident: Beth Lamont, 4233 N.E. 75th St., Seattle, WA 98115. Phone:206-524-2052Vice President: Margaret Faris, 5001 N.W. Harmony Lane, Kansas City,MO 64151. Phone: 913-741-3325Recording Secretary: Laura Boye McMahon, 516 N. Maple, Sparta, IL62286. Phone: 618-443-4691Conesponding Secretary: Jo Taniguchi, 106 219th St. S.E., BotheU, WA98021. Phone: 206-481-0791Treasurer: Marcia Siebring, 3810 W. 12th St. Dr., Greeley, CO 80630.Phone: 303-353-0426Assistant Treasurer: Jean Mitchell, R.D. 2, Volant, PA 16156. Phone:412-530-2305CoordinatorsMissions: Carolyn Clarke, 32 Sharon Crt, Pittsburgh, PA 14235. Phone:412-244-9564Literature: Vicky Parnell, 2104 West Anowhead Dr., StiUwater, OK74074. Phone: 405-372-4910Cunent Issues: Ingrid L. Birdsall, 537 S. Euclid Ave. #2, Pasadena, CA91101. Phone: 818-793-9322Sanctity of life: Virginia McBumey, 350 Almonte St. Box 122, Almonte,Ontario KOA 1A0 Canada. Phone: 613-256-1749Historian/Librarian: June Miller, 101 Old Blackhawk Rd., Beaver Falls,PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-1468Editor: Eleanor Duguid, Rt. 1, Box 66, Ozakie, KS 66070. Phone: 913-876-2189Home Mission Board Representative: Eileen Falk, Route 2, Box 27,Rossville, IN 46065. Phone: 317-296-2829Foreign Mission Board Representative: Sandra Johns, 1920 Wade St.,Ext, Aliquippa, PA 15001. Phone: 412-378-4018Political Responsibility: Ruth Kolb, 423 So. Trenton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA15221. Phone: 412-242-3433

226 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEWOMEN'S PRESBYTERTAI. OF THE AM.FOHENIESPresident: June Miller, 101 Old Blackhawk Rd., Beaver FaUs, PA 1501Phone: 412-846-14681st. Vice President: Marguerite Dean, 255 Edgewood Rd., Beaver FaUs,PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-1999.2nd Vice President: Beverly Carson, 626 5th Ave., Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-846-3409Recording Secretary: Loraine McKissock, 2917 E. Elfinwild Rd., AllisonPark, PA 15101-3922.Conesponding Secretary: Frances McDonald, 3609 6th Ave., BeaverFalls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-843-1893Treasurer: Bernice Garvin, 2818 Fifth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.Phone: 412-847-2543.Assistant Treasurer: Rose Weir, 2404 Perrysville Ave., Pittsburgh, PA15214. Phone: 412-231-3452Political Responsibility Coord.: Ruth Kolb, 423 So.Trenton Ave., Pittsburgh,PA 15221. Phone:412-242-3433CoordinatorsMissions: Mary Lynn McCracken, 200 Manchester Hill, New Kensington,PA 15068. Phone: 412-339-0246.Cunent Issues: Marjorie Harsh, 601 7th Ave. Patterson Hgts., BeaverFalls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-843-3265.Sanctity of life: Chris DeNardo, 426 Franklin Ave., Carnegie, PA15106.Phone: 412-279-6243.Librarian: Janette Osterhus, 111 Carriage HiU Rd., Glenshaw, PA 15116.Local FellowshipsAllegheny: Beth McBurney, 2344 Perrysville Ave., Pittsburgh.PA 15214.Phone:412-321-1173College Hill Highlanders: Martha Russell, 3321 Fifth Ave., Beaver Falls,PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-0134Eastvale: Ethyl Copeland and Martha Edgar, 3004 Fifth Ave., BeaverFalls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-846-0134.First Beaver Falls: Alberta Gory, 271 Braun Road, Beaver Falls, PA15010. Phone: 412-843-3293.Geneva - Geneva Guild: Ruth Vos, 113 Crescent Hgts. Place, NewBrighton, PA 15066. Phone: 412-847-7909.Geneva Lillian McCracken: Eunice Posset, 2604 Steffin Hill, BeaverFalls, PA 15010. Phone: 412-843-7721

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 227New Alexandria: Nancy Duffield, PO Box 373, New Alexandria,15010. Phone: 412-668-7506North Hills - Emma EUiott: Vida Brown, 5300 Hardt Rd., Gibsonia, PA15670. Phone: 412-443-0720Rose Point - Mary Jane: Jean MitcheU, RD 2 Box 231, Volant, PA 16156.Phone: 412-530-2305Tusca Area Ladies (not meeting): Judy MuUins, 303 20th St., NewBrighton, PA 15066. Phone: 412-847-3922.Other Contact Persons:Covenant Fellowship: Lori Meneely, 128 Earlwood St., Pittsburgh, PA15235. Phone: 412-795-5985.Manchester: Lynn McCracken, 200 Manchester Hill, New Kensington,PA 15068. Phone: 412-339-0246.Rimersburg: Donna Monger, 3670 Rd. Box 63B, Rimersburg, PA Phone:814-473-3670State College: Jane Keddie, 2440 Lexington Circle, State College, PA16801. Phone: 814-234-2653.Anchor Fellowship: Vicki Smith, 6051 Red Wolf PL, Waldorf, MD20603. Phone: 301-843-0194Trinity: Shirley VanOsdol, 10410 Tmxton Rd., Adelphi, MD 20783.Phone: 301-434-1016GREAT LAKES-r.UI.F PRESBYTERIALPresident: Judy Wright, 9813 White Road, Ocoee, FL. 34761.407-291-2300.1st Vice President: Helen Keys, 8430 Rd. 107, Belle Center, OH. 43310.Phone: 513-464-41512nd Vice President: Louise Turmenne, 340 Granada Dr., Winter Park, FL.32789. Phone: 407-628-1725.Recording Secretary: Lena Dixson, 130 S. Kirby Rd., Bloomington, IN47303. Phone: 812-825-2837.Conesponding Secretary: Clara Worsham, 9763 White Rd., Ocoee, FL.34761. Phone: 407-293-1557.Treasurer: Judy Pockras, P.O. Box 365, Belle Center, OH 43310. Phone:513-464-6851.CoordinatorsMissions:Sanctity of life:

228 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THECunent Issues:Political Responsibility: Judy Wright, 9813 White Road, Ocoee, FL34761. Phone: 407-291-2300.Literature: Martha Mclntyre, R.R. 2, Box 271, CoulterviUe, IL 62237.Phone: 313-751-3270.Historian/Librarian: Charlotte Adams, 29011 Merrick Rd., Wanen MI48092. Phone: 313-751-3270.Local FellowshipsBeUe Center: Geneva Rutherford, 7176 Road 101, Belle Center, OH43310. Phone: 513-464-5140.Oakdale: Margaret Patton, HOW. Belleville, Nashville, IL 62263. Phone:618-327-8140.Orlando: Louise Turmenne, 340 Granada Dr., Winter Park, FL 32789-3425. Phone: 407-628-1725.Phoebe Missionary: Dorothy Cooper, 701 South High St., Bloomington,IN 47401. Phone: 812-336-3891.Selma: Lauvenia Brown, 2007 Third Avenue Circle, Selma, AL 36701.Phone: 205-872-0643.Sparta: Mildred Halliday, Three Cherry Lane, Sparta, IL 62286. Phone:618-443-4413.MIDWEST PRESBYTERIAL-EASTERN DIVISIONPresident: Mary Jo Hays, 3310 305th St., Crawfordsvile, IA 52621.Phone: 319-658-2209.Vice President: Louise Schmidtberger, P.O. Box 294 A, Moming Sun, IA52640.Cor. Secretary: Sandra Walcott, 180 Brentwood NE, Cedar Rapids, IA52401. Phone: 319-377-7567.Rec. Secretary: Ethel Robb, 16241 250th St., Moming Sun, IA 52640.Phone: 319-868-4119.Treasurer: Lelia Wilson, 325 Gamble, Columbus Junction, IA 52738.Phone: 319-728-2089.CoordinatorsMissions: Martha Joseph, Jordans Grove Rd., Marion, IA 52302.Sanctity of life: Mrs. James Sharon, 13172 250th St., Mediapolis, IA52637.Cunent Issues: Dorothy Janard, Route 3, Washington, IA 52353. Phone:319-653-2573.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 229Literature: Lila Megchelsen, 3216 Old White Way, Ainsworth,Thankoffering: Betty Harsh, Route 2, Box 162, Moming Sun, IA 52640.Phone: 319-868-7935.Historian: Martha Moore, 108 Orchard Lane, Columbus Junction, IA52738. Phone: 319-728-3202.Local FellowshipsSharon: OlaLambert, P.O. Box 238, Moming Sun, IA 52640. Phone: 319-868-4101.Washington: Mary Jo Hays, 3310 305th St., Crawfordsville, IA 52621.Phone: 319-658-2209.MIDWEST PRESBYTERIAL-WESTERN DIVISIONPresident: Mary Ann Caskey, P.O. 126, Denison, KS 66419. Ph935-2222.1st Vice President: Carlene Hutcheson, 3019 S.W. Maupin #105, Topeka,KS 66607. Phone: 913-273-1247.2nd Vice President: Sue Wilkey, 1936 Mentor, Wichita, KS 67213.Recording Secretary: Jan Adams, 3550 Ames Sdeet, Denver, CO 80212.Phone: 303-420-5076.Conesponding Secretary: Cindy Hindman, P.O. Box 76, Denison, KS66419. Phone: 913-935-2394.Treasurer: Georgia McFarland, 5460 S.W. 53rd St., Topeka, KS 66610.Phone: 913-862-1835.Assistant Treasurer: Sheryl McMahan, Clay Center, KS 67432. Phone:913-632-3043.CoordinatorsMissions: Marcia Elliott, Greely, COSanctity of life: Winifred Elliott, 405 Delaware, Winchester, KS 66097.Phone: 913-774-8643.Cunent Issues: Cheryl Hemphill, 3781 W. 90th Wy., Westminister, CO80030. Phone: 303-650-5945Literature: Liz Noell, 2137 Admiral, Stillwater, OK 74074. Phone: 405-377-0634Thankoffering: Carol Hindman, RR1 Box 9, Minneola, KS 67865. Phone:316 885 4755.Historian/Librarian: Eleanor Phillips, Rt. 1, Box 134, Mayetta, KS 66509.Phone: 913-935-2263.

230 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THELocal FellowshipsAurora—inactive: Judy Van Camp, 2281 Macon St., Aurora, CO 80011.Phone: 303-341-6546.Clarinda: Helen Falk, Rt. 4, Box 118A, Clarinda, IA 51632. Phone: 712-542-2697Colorado Springs—inactive: Ruth Mann, 430 Kinnikinnik Drive, ColoradoSprings, CO 80906. Phone: 719-635-8628.Denison: Lois Wing, Rt. 1, Box 71, Mayetta, KS 66509. Phone: 913-935-2362.Greeley: PhyUis Evans, 3006 W. 12th St. Rd., Greeley, CO 80631. Phone:303-352-1728.Hays—inactive: Edie Copeland, 703 Fort St., Hays, KS 67601. Phone:913-625-5863.Hebron: Edna Hatfield, 1234 9th St., Clay Center, KS 67432. Phone:913-632-3263.Lawrence: Barbara Catloth, 717 Mississippi, Lawrence, KS 66044. Phone:913-843-6805.Minneola: Carol Hindman, R.R.l, Box 9, Minneola, KS 67865. Phone:316-885-4755.Quinter Sylvia: Fran Mann, R.R. 3, Box 24A, Quinter, KS 67752. Phone:913-754-3925.Shawnee Covenanter Daughters: Patty May, 732 S.Chestnut, Olathe, KS66061. Phone: 913-764-1978.Shawnee Missionary Guild: Margaret Faris, 3001 NW Harmony, Lane,Kansas City, MO 64151. Phone: 816-741-3325.Sterling: Irena Kilgore, 207 E. Main Sdeet, Sterling, KS 67579. Phone:316-278-2406.Stillwater—informal: Liz Noell, 2137 W. Admiral, Stillwater, OK 74074.Phone: 405-377-0634.Superior-Beulah—inactive: Nina Lea Williams.Topeka: Nancy Walton, 1320 NW Menninger Rd., Topeka, KS 66618.Phone: 913-286-1705.Westminster—inactive: Jan Adams, 3550 Ames Sdeet, Denver, CO80212. Phone: 303-420-5076.Winchester: Bertha Bamhardt, RRl Delaware Pl.#l, Winchester, KS66097. Phone: 913-774-2471PACIFIC COAST PRESBYTERIALPresident: Margaret Wilson, 9120 Lubec St., Downey, CA 9024310-861-4752.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231Vice President: Cheryl Archer, 13756 E. Rialto, Sanger, CAPhone: 209-875-8141.Recording Secretary: Irene Huizing, 145 N. Harwood, Orange, CA 92666.Phone:714-771-3208Conesponding Secretary: Lorena Keys, 1042 Ezie Ave., Clouse, CA93612. Phone: 209-323-0273.Treasurer: Gayle Copeland, 4630 E. Grant, Fresno, CA 93702. Phone:209-251-8847.CoordinatorsMissions: Lori McCracken, 4614 E. Grant, Fresno, CA 93702. Phone:209-456-9552.Sanctity of life: Dorothy Carson, 230 Cherry Dr., Pasadena, CA 91105.Phone: 818-793-8610.Literature: Dorothy Patton, 315 S. 'C St, Tustin, CA 92680. Phone: 714-544-4893.Cunent Issues: Evelyn BirdsaU,Thankoffering: Ingrid Birdsall, 537 S. Euclid Ave. #2, Pasadena, CA91101. Phone: 818-793-9322.Local FellowshipsFresno: Willa Copeland, 2382 N. Bethel, Sanger, CA 93657. Phone: 209-266-9018.King's Daughters: Dorothy Patton, 315 So. C Sdeet, Tustin, CA 92680.Phone: 714-544-4893.Los Angeles: Ingrid Birdsall, 537 S. Euclid Ave. #2, Pasadena, CA 91101.Phone:818-793-9322.Seattle: Nancy Cunningham, 14427 54th PI W., Edmonds, WA 98020.Phone:206-745-3770.ST. LAWRENCE-ATLANTIC PRESBYTERIALPresident: Beth Tabon, 16 Courtney Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550914-562-9052.Vice President: Marilyn Russell, RD#2 Box 191, Walton, NY 13856.Phone: 607-965-5356.Recording Secretary: Natalie Cowley, 8344 Cadwalader Ave., ElkinsPark, PA 19117. Phone: 215-635-0680.Conesponding Secretary: Jean Smith, Box 251, Edgemont, PA 19028.Phone: 215-647-4342.

232 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYINUD Ub IHETreasurer: Shirley Smith, R.R.2, Lisbon, NY 13658. Phone: 312988.Assistant Treasurer: Mary Jane Park, 2 Godfrey Rd., Upper Montclair, NY07043. Phone: 201-744-3179.Coordinators:Missions: Terrill Cunan, Box 16 Momingside Dr., Hannibal, NY 13074.Phone: 315-564-6656.Literature: Jackie Spear, 162 North St., Walton, NY 13856. Phone: 607-865-5269.Sanctity of Life: Becky Johnson, 95 Maple St., Walden, NY 12586.Phone: 914-778-2965.Political Responsibility: Linda Lydon, 937 Flanders Rd., Philadelphia, PA19151. Phone: 215-473-9082.Christian Living: Candy Russell, RD#2, Walton, NY 13856. Phone: 607-865-4018.Historian: Jane Crawford, Rt. 1, Box 78, WallkiU, NY 12589. Phone: 914-895-3891.Local FellowshipsAlmonte: Jessie Morton, RR 2, Almonte, Ont. Canada KOA 1A0. Phone:613-256-3345.Broomall: Jean Smith, Box 251, Edgemont, PA 19028. Phone: 215-647-4342.Cambridge: Janet MilUcan, 410 Wobum St., Lexington, MA 02173.Phone: 617-862-0597.Coldenhan-Newburgh: Beth Tabon, 16 Courtney Ave., Newburgh, NY12550. Phone: 914-562-9052.Elkins Park: Laila O'Connor, 1764 Femdale Ave., Abingon, PA 19001.Phone: 215-657-7950.Lisbon: Shirley Smith, R.R.2, Box 290, Lisbon, NY 13658. Phone: 315-393-2988Ridgefield Park: Bonnie Weir, 18 Midland Ave., Bronxville, NY 10708.Phone: 914-337-2833.Walton: Carol LaTourette, RD 1, Box 156, Sidney Center, NY 13839.Phone: 607-865-6147.White Lake: Dorothea Millen, RFD 1, Box 51, Swan Lake, NY 12783.Phone: 914-583-4469.Oswego: Terrill Cunan, Momingside Dr., Hannibal, NY, Phone: 315-564-6656.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 233WOMEN'S SYNODICAL MISSIONARY FELLOWSHIPOF THE RPCNASTATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS-COMBINED FUNDSJanuary 11 to December 31,1992BalanceBalance1/11/92 Receipts Interest Disbsmts. 12/31/92Contingent Fund $ 914.72 $ 1,481.00 $ 92.02 $ 1,536.46 $ 952.28Life & Mem. Fd. 1,261.44 350.00 124.42 500.00 1,235.86Thankoffering Fd. — 29,477.12 — 29,477.12 —Special Projs. Fd. 476.89 3,634.60 73.13 3,193.60 991.02Designated Fds. — 10,661.26 — 10,661.26 —$2,653.05 $45,603.98 $290.57 $45,368.44 $3,179.16RECEIPTSAlleghenies PresbyterialGreat Lakes Gulf PresbyterialIowa PresbyterialMidwest PresbyterialPacific Coast PresbyterialSt. Lawrence-Adantic PresbyterialOtherConvention RegisdationConvention Offering$ 8,675.659,357.022,522.0012,009.892,636.209,372.22150.00279.00602.00$ 45,603.98DISBURSEMENTSContingent FundNAE Delegate Expense (Eunice Posset) $ 135.00NAE Women's Comm. Membership '92 50.00WSMF Officers' & Committees' Expense 305.09WSMF Executives' Travel Expense 926.80Insurance - Bond 100.00Bylaws Printing 19.57 $ 1,536.46Living and Memorial Fund HonorariaPitsa Stenett 250.00Shirley Wright 250.00 500.00

234 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEThank Offering FundHome MissionForeign Missions9,825.7119,6514129,477.12Special Projects FundAirmailing WITNESS, 1992Computer, Japan Book StoreLeach & Stenett Travel & Ed. ExpenseMultiracial R.P.C. Pastor's SalaryDesignated FundsHome MissionsJapan MissionGeneva CollegeRef. Pres. Theological SeminaryNational Reform AssociationReformation Translation FeUowshipReformed Presbyterian Home193.601,000.001,000.001.000.001,295.162,011.001,257.001,381.101,164.001,983.001.570.003,193.6010.661.26$45,368.34—Marcia L. Siebring, Treasurer

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nenjnciy Total.AQegfacnk*AtlanticGreat Lako/OulfMdweatPacific CoastSt LawrenceTotal Home HeldJipn ComBmonDecreaseTotal TotalAvenge Attend.Member Member Comm Bapt BapChild/ By Plot FrAP FromToRP ToOth. Final12/31M 12/31/92 Memb Memb ProfFaith Bapt Faith Orarch OthDen. Other Total Death! drar. Denom. Removal Other Total Bdera Deacon Wcnhip Sabjch. CYPU FarmU493491431L3473566545486216U3453581461U16361712996241794986266493349110367330952195.253 3,783 W70216 148 6816061304GRAND TOTAL im 5,469 3,931 1,538 39 118 10! 198 37 2439024622107441135112923t1217107129109844215198020 40 713 710 11 212 35612409552163732491498750510 0912I13017794901631 831348415542100131310701236 55702564«7203129594918435718312168U0332821,03194930167144671616281768176872295243,06190122287189146238636147112537224 4,428 3,131 422 425

Totak.Allantk64.82924,00031235984330421,189185,4401025325341180224Total Balance Other Pastor'sDisb. 12/31/92 Assets Sal-TO50,652165,653186,40039,09452^3974,10661,2515088234,91375,36135,6006L29361,1874006657.751L054.648125495463777545243.7758443340826415,4581.97809831.01073109904,4681.011436343365,70334612J055,92256905856017941,9484.7609.872L062006743517036036,84833.2074,2625034150,6501043411.03324,47488300203273,9402,17042639312,75013.20004,470263321037130061237,94043.2002015029,46523.90043.230303962430031.703204253O000463963O00037,00046230567,00035,26017,200323605430025300231,920PRESBYTERYAUeihenie*:AlleghenyCollege renCov. FeDowahipEutvale1st Beaver FaUsGenevaGrace(Sute Griege)ManchesterNew AlexandriaNorth HUlsRimersburgRose PointTrinrty(D.C)Tusca AreaMISSION CHURCHAnchor FeUowshipPresbytery's RollTotals^OegheniesAtlanticBroomallCambridgeColdenham-NcwburgHtiniParkRidgefield ParkWhite LakePrcsbytetyie RoUSTATISTICAL REPORT. FINANCESDecember 31.1992Balanoe Sup. Aid Contri-1/1/92 Presby. Rations40231,278(4,704)4,3532,08913765,2253,0863,733(624)7403,94713,1421,7125756O530353871,1641436413469,6892,8798,00028,60036.60024,00045397141,988174,8094130049,70368.25655.68555,18818.1154024326,7536931041,21430,49235,101893,754102,71949,68142.6923234542,12442,798Total Putor*s OtherOther Receipts ToLComp. RPM&M RP Work Other6.631137017.3059511.6378.7421.3524.97117.60141.4458.45324112,75343160123.9435.03729227.96810,6464038752^28143358192,11442,2515134076,99857.0376045935,71681,68835.2066935153,96738,92363,7611.054.297131,75649,97370,66043,4918231142,79824,76230,47043,31715,19817,17023.10040,97528,90323,60029,44626,47231,9834139328,80034308440,09765,0775,9308,872293955096625.2001.920108091090443954.2354,0006003,00032000125006181,0001,00067,06310,0001002,4126344,1071,0002,24014,25083503,22033607,4206503,62413001401,7905,7511,4752,2609,680653109,773150142323677.7763,05221,7301044241173291008127,6743938619,026233559,69339.7637.28810941174199,00612,763481,978403454019761,4451137921,28411374

1,90533672,62854379233*5374581533215,7102315143664,08613747,7073,754Other3,95531,14536,0483902,87940,82121,7394,46074,916248,46934,24727,26280,41416,17828^1570,6369,415TotalDisb.33,90079,869843405,47212,81957,62432,92029359130,040311,94340,77785,758143,71449,0457231711836039,611Balance12/31/9210,7401,6524,420012,4983,17710,8431,17821,467263481,96661,1175,00073,73374115,9005,404OtherAssets3939753,9661,4300018,20016,156065337281,00632,16210,00050316130,88819300503*7Totals.Gr.Lk.Gnlf 282,631 51,050 1,122387 129384 1303.021 482^74 56324 57381 731,789 1328,968 256,684 792^51 52833923,296Pastor'sSal-'9325,6655936444,8608,09628,0505,150043,70050,90022,750413005235431,15037,90045,20031,700STATISTICAL REPORT, FINANCESDecember 31,1992PRESBYTERYBalance1/1/92Snp. AidPresby.Contri-ButionsOtherTotalReceiptsPastor'sToLComp.OtherRPM&M RP WorksGreat Lakes/Gulf:BeUe CenterBloommgtonColombasCov.FelLofInds.HethertonMaltiracial(Pensacola)OakdaleOgemawOrlandoSecond Indpls.SelmaSouthfieldSoothside Indpls.SpartaWest LafayetteWestminsterMISSION CHURCHSycamore Fellowship14,9077,468330899913,1306,7809,6372,18118,83534,2133,91755,8865,00086,06340119,9061,00014^0012,00023,25026,09371,22585,4744,47310,52238,72123,39718,430127356300,95330,60987,619142,78521,26966,60351,500153583,6401,82817801,66550010,72910,4265^163,6258,217337092915,4466,25451,0546,40729,73374,05385,6524,47312,18754,02134,12628,856132,672304,57838,82690,989143,71436,71572,85711435445,01524,4334432240,61443398,09612,8505,1502438443,80350,9003,66733,23249,01530,2433539541,93530,1963,6071,0355,25001,05205,28608,0006,86454810,89810,1991,2506002^35Presbytery's Roll

STATISTICAL REPORT. FINANCESr31,1992PRESBYTERYMidweat:AarondarnadaColorado SfeniapDenisonGreeleyHebronLawrenceMbmeoUQainterShanaShawneeStcdhgStillwater5uperior-BealahTopekaWashingtonWestaimaterWincfaeaterMISSION CHURCHHaveMarionPresbytery's RollTotal t^UdWeatPacific Coast:FresnoLos AngelesPhoeni*SaaDkfOSeattlePresbytery's RollTotals. PacConjtRalannn1/1/92399136724922632J6633891.700(16)7,93824001340,7551346914947144114.1464,94258914467IS341830413104292435324023.79581.774Sup. AidPrenby.34506j00028400394501640016400Cbatri-Bntlonf304301340239*67444SB21433403>I42*13274993540351*11131,67365,10030,4699.5049648846V497504475548284477742.749(24423843033.70361452260476Other8,72286516/1952366*09347413,190114463450608444074986413216844627464134042.7295/40054JT3682*33TotalRceelpu4440215467624624549426433464904648743489354035141114341968,7305947713444104,186524105046355482964489304131114464145941403113488359409PastorsToLOootp.28430440533467224457417234801340023,4781141021429314343049534,7715430384161841831499X.779412443274774044031438334003949S172450OtherRPM AM RP Work566IJ07514002400440084412,7602.7764400134006430143134001493149054007249414S394465453154S26302450243944103445540034757254,7284464124*7847956587074211,92614904436«84

Other17475124631,1073,15025,98823,9988487304327347074727498213460TotalDab.484933143026,7875,999774997949510.967614811334966143816479353464Balance12/31/92114669479642614761.769964596.70054981349954965487164433OtherAssets21017416124794,730940449465227471321.177PastorsSal-

Total Balance Other Pastor'sDisb. 12/31/92 Assets Sal-"93STATISTICAL REPORT, FINANCESDecember 31,1992PRESBYTERYBalance Sup. Aid Contri- Total Pastor's OtherL/l/92 Presby. Butions Other Receipts ToLComp. RPM&M RP Works OtherPresbyteiy ToolsDeniesAtlanticGreat Lakes/GulfMidwestPacific CoastSt. Lawrence66330 36,600 893,75464,829 24,000 312,859282,631 51,050 1,122387183,818 39,250 840,77781,774 16,000 26037652,987 32,488 590355123,943 1,05437 440,097 67,063 65310 481^78 1,054,648 66,179 426393 46230584330 421,189 185,440 18,253 25341 186,224 415,458 70360 300312 231,920129384 1303,021 482^74 56,824 57381 731,789 1328,968 256,684 792,451 52833984362 964389 41233 72,094 68,260 427,661 980,258 183,818 614,165 377,69982,933 359309 172,450 15,852 15398 117,930 322430 118,953 186,136 170.94142,789 665,832 276320 24305 38.679 213,860 553364 52,987 321,177 257315Total Home FieldJapan CommissiooGRAND TOTAL732369 199388 4,020.708 548,141 4,768,237 1,970,024 254391 271,269 2,159,442 4,655326 749,181 2,641,134 2,028^1917,250 0 197,097 1,469 198366 94373 0 13,645 74349 182367 33,249 245347 5.760749319 199388 4,217,805 549,610 4,966,803 2,064397 254391 284,914 2J33.791 4337393 782,430 2,886^81 2,034,679= = SB SCSSSS ZS

246 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEI n d e xAAdjournment 13, 56,77, 88, 133,158AllegheniesCommittee to Review Records of 14Report of 15Roster 190Statistics 236,241Alleghenies, Women's Presbyterial of the, Roster 226Allowance, Travel Fund 129American Presbyterian Church 18,74,76Address 196Appendix 159Items to appear in 6, 13, 44, 70, 87, 126Arrangements, Committee onAssignment 31Reportof 11-12Roster 193AssessmentPension 96Travel Fund 95Assistant ClerkAddress 191Election 6Associate Reformed PresbyterianAddress 196Fraternal delegate 13,73Atlantic PresbyteryCommittee to Review Records of 14Reportof 16Roster 203Statistics 236,241Auditors 50Australia, Reformed Presbyterian Presbytery ofAddress 59Relationship and work with RPCNA 67-70, 113, 115

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 247BBequest, Form of 197Boards of Synod, Reports ofCorporators of Geneva College 80Education and Publication 89Foreign Missions 37Home Missions 126Pension Trustees of Synod 57Trustees of Geneva College 82Trustees of Synod 50Trustees of the Theological Seminary 119Building Loan Fund 52Business of SynodAssignment 6, 76, 78, 92, 93, 138Reportof 31Report on communications 7, 8Roster 186CChristian Reformed 74,92Address 196Fraternal Delegate 34,73ClerkAddress 191Election 6Reportof 6Committee Reports, PermanentArrangements 11-12Finance 95Graduate Study Fund 86Interchurch 74Joint Commission on Chaplains 39Judicial 134Nominations 138Presbytery Review 130Records of Presbyteries 155Resolution of Thanks 155Temperance 193Travel Fund and Absences 129Committee reports, Temporary; See Unfinished BusinessCommittee appointed by the Moderator 13

248 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THECommunications92-3 concerning requiring presbyteries to guarantee loans for pastor'shousing 51, 52,5692-6 concerning communion services involving multiple congregations7093-1 concerning election of servants of Synod 893-2 concerning the establishment of a study of the role of women inthe church 893-3 concerning historical archives for the denomination 993-4 concerning membership in the International Council of ReformedChurches 993-5 concerning amendments to Chaps. 24-25 of the Testimony. 993-6 concerning a study of the funding of the boards of the denomination1093-7 concerning clarification of a section of the Directory for ChurchGovernment 1093-8 concerning the oversight of pastors 1093-9 concerning service of elders who were ordained in a denominationwith whom we have fraternal relations 1193-10 concerning a study of the views espoused by Cornerstones .11Communion 70,175Constitution of the Court in prayer 2, 13, 57, 77, 88, 133Cornerstones Seminar on Headship 62, 63Covenanter Witness 89, 138, 140,161CUBM 120,121,125CUTS 85Cyprus 11, 37, 38, 44DDeaths 6,47, 49Delegates to Synod for the firsttime 5, 6,70Devotional services 2, 13, 31, 57, 77, 88, 133, 158Director of Publications and Managing Editors 92, 140Directory of the Reformed Presbyterian Church 190Directory for WorshipCommittee to Revise 71Proposed Revision 168-182Reportof 71Disability Issues, Report of the Committee on 79Dissents to Synod action 117,156,157

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 249EEditors, Managing, Covenanter Witness, Address 190Education and Publication, Board of 6, 32, 80, 138, 198Office Address 190Reportof 89Roster 192Elder delegates without certificates seated 13Elections 8Board and committee vacancies filled 92Reportof 138By the Corporators of Geneva College forBoard of Corporators members 81Board of Trustees members 80, 81Pension Trustees members 61Seminary professors 78Synod officers 6Eligible to Receive a Call 48FFinance, Committee onPreliminary report of 56Referrals to 30, 37, 39,49, 56, 78, 86,130Reportof 95Roster 184Flowers 77,78Foreign MissionariesRoster of 216Salary Schedule 224Foreign Missions, Board of 162Reportof 37Roster of 184Fraternal Delegates 13, 30,43, 44,73, 76, 78, 92, 113Free Church in Scotland, Synod of North America 196Friday 133-158GGeneva CollegeAddress 192Report of the Board of Corporators 80Report of the Board Of Trustees 82Roster of the Board of Corporators 191Roster of the Board Of Trustees 192

250 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEGraduate Study Fund 96Reportof 86Roster of 194Great Lakes-Gulf Presbytery 53Committee to Review Records of 14Communication from 9, 11, 51Reportof 19Roster 205Statistics 237,242Great Lakes-Gulf, Women's Presbyterial of the, Roster 227HHandicapped, see Disability IssuesHome for the AgedAddress 190Report of the Board 166Home Missions, Board of 30, 52Assignment 10Communication from 10Reportof 126Roster 192IInstitutions of the denomination 190Interchurch CommitteeAnnouncements from 92Assignments 7, 9,92Reportof 74Roster 196International Conference 89,90,91,92International Conference of Reformed Churches 75,76Investments 143Home Missions 128Pensions 60Trustees of Synod 50Ireland, Reformed Presbyterian Church ofAddress 195Relation and work with RPCNA . 7, 38, 67-70, 75, 76,77, 113,114

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 251JJapan CommissionCommittee to Review Records of 14Reportof 29Roster 222Statistics 239,244Joint Commission on ChaplainsReportof 39Roster 195JudicialAssignment 8, 10Reportof 134Roster 14Judicial, Special, to study the issues raised in Communication93-10 11, 62, 122KKeynote address 2Kingdom Builder's Fund 52, 53,128Korean American Presbyterian Church 196LLetters of remembrance 140Loans 51-56,96MManaging Editors of Crown and Covenant Publications 190Memorial prayer 6Memorial Service 6Midwest PresbyteryAssignment 8Committee to review records of 14Communications 8Reportof 22Roster 211Statistics 238,243Midwest, Women's Presbyterial of the, Eastern Division, Roster... 228Midwest, Women's Presbyterial of the, Western Division, Roster . 229

252 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEMinistersDeaths : 6,47General statistics 46,47MinutesInstructions for Presbyteries 58,90Printing 1992 6Reading for approval 13,15,44, 57,70, 73, 77, 78, 88, 113,118,133,158Missions and Ministry (RPM&M) 13, 54, 55, 89,95,96,97Missionaries, Roster of Foreign 224ModeratorAddress 191Appointments 13Assignments 7, 33, 117Contribution honoring 20Election 6Retiring 2,31, 138, 152Monday 13-56Assignments7, 8,9, 11, 12, 30, 35, 36, 39,49, 51,74,78, 80, 89,94NNational Association of Evangelicals (NAE) 39, 74, 75National Reform Association 87Address 190Reportof 156New works 25,28,53,55, 127, 128, 132Nominating Committee 86,126Appointment 14Reportof 138Roster 194NominationsSeminary Professors 120, 123Synod Boards and Committees 86North Americam Presbyterian and Reformed Council (NAPaRC)74-76OOfficers of SynodAddresses 191Election 6Order of the day 13,70,73,77, 78, 80

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 253Orthodox PresbyterianAddress 196Fellowship with 16,17,74,75, 162Fraternal delegate 44,73Ottawa Theological Hall 15, 28,165Recess/Reconvene 14, 15,43, 62, 70, 73, 77, 78, 88, 113, 117, 118PPacific Coast PresbyteryCommittee to Review Records of 14Communications 9Reportof 26Roster 217Statistics 238,243Pacific Coast, Women's Presbyterial of the, Roster 230Pages 57Papers. See CommunicationsParliamentariansReportof 116Roster 194Special Appointments 7, 14Pension TrusteesAssessments 96Assignment 62Funding 96Reportof 57Roster 192PrayerAdjournment 13, 56,77, 88, 133, 158Constitution 2, 13, 57, 77, 88, 133Devotions 2, 13, 57, 77, 88, 133, 158Memorial 6Requests 91, 146, 154,155, 159, 161Seasons of prayer 6, 30, 31, 56, 70,73, 78, 88, 113Specific concerns 43, 73, 74, 77,78, 88, 92, 97, 113,117Presbyterian Church in AmericaAddress 196Cooperation with 92, 96Fraternal Delegate 30,73PresbyteriesReports of 15-30Rosters 198-223

254 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THEStatistics 235-247Presbytery Review CommitteeAppointment 14Reportof 130President of Geneva College 80, 82Psalm Translation Committee, Report of 67Publication, Board of Education andOffice Address 190Reportof 89Roster 192RRecords of Presbyteries CommitteesAppointment 14Reportof 155Reformation Translation Fellowship 30, 38,44Address 191Reportof 161Reformed Church in the U.S 74Address 197Fraternal Delegate 78,92Reformed Presbyterian Home, Address 190Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Address 190Relationships with RP Churches, Committee on 113Renewal of Declining Congregations 115Resolve the Impasse on Ordination Query #8 77, 87,116,118,141Review Medical Ethical Issues, Committee to 113Revise the Directory for Worship, Committee toProposed Revision 168-182Report 71Resolution of Thanks CommitteeAppointment 14Reportof 155Resolutions, Special 92,93Roll 2-5SSaturday 2-13Scotland, Reformed Presbyterian Church ofAddress 195Relationship and work with RPCNA 113

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 255Seminary, Board of Trustees of the TheologicalReport of 119Roster 193St. Lawrence PresbyteryCommittee to Review Records of 14Reportof 27Roster 219Statistics 239,244St. Lawrence-Atlantic, Women's Presbyterial of the, Roster 231Stated ClerkAddress, (Secretary-Treasurer) 191Reportof 44Statement of purpose for Synod 32, 36Symbolism in Worship 73,126, 182Synodical Missionary Fellowship, Women'sRepresentation on the Board of Home Misisons 192Roster of 225Statement of Receipts and Disbursements 233TTaiwan 162Temperance CommitteeReportof 93Roster 195Theological Hall, Ottawa 140, 141Theological Seminary, Board of Trustees of theReportof 119Roster 193Thursday 88-133Time and Place of Synod Meetings 32,91,92Travel Fund and Absences, Committee on 32, 36Reportof 129Travel Insurance 55Treasurer's Report 98Treasurer, DenominationalAddress 191Trustees of Synod, Board ofAddress 190Reportof 50Roster 193

256 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THETrustees of the Theological Seminary, Board ofReportof 119Roster 193Tuesday 56-77UUnderstanding the Times 135Undesignated Funds 54,55, 56,59,60,96, 97,123Unfinished Business Committee reportsCommunion Involving Multiple Congregations 70Cornerstones Seminar on Headship 63Declaration of Relationships with RP Churches 113Disability Issues 79Psalm Translation 67Resolve the Impasse on Ordination Query #8 141Review Medical Ethical Issues 113Revise the Directory for Worship 71Renewal of Declining Congregations 115Symbolism in Worship 182WWednesday 77-88Woman's Association 70,79,97Reportof 165Women's Synodical Missionary FellowshipRepresentation on the Board of Home Missions 192Roster of 225Statement of Receipts and Disbursements 233Worship, Committee to Revise the Directory for 77YYouth leaders 26,90,131Youth Ministry 89,90,91,92, 131, 140Coordinator of 140, 190