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17-June-1998 
GA98077 
 
    Comprehensive Funding Strategy in Report 
    by Jane Hines 
 
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--John Bush, North Alabama pastor, and other members of the 
Comprehensive Strategy for Mission Funding Work Group presented their 
report to the Assembly Committee on Stewardship and Funding.  The committee 
approved their recommendations for funding  mission as   new realities 
among church members and current trends are considered. 
    Presbytery committees and theological institutions will be encouraged 
to address the theology of stewardship, fiduciary responsibilities and 
personal financial management as integral aspects of preparation for 
ministry.  Presbyteries, in consultations with synods, will develop plans 
for enhancing pastoral stewardship skills. 
    It is also recommended that the 210th General Assembly encourage 
presbyteries to challenge congregations to give a minimum of ten percent of 
their regular contributions to Basic Mission Support for the work of the 
presbytery, synod, and the General Assembly.  More mission interpretation 
resources are called for to support budgeted functions and programs. 

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