Leadership Resources

All Things New: A Fable of Renewal explores how developing deep, meaningful relationships helps Christian leaders grow and become more fulfilled and effective in all areas of their lives.

The Ministry of the Deacon (Spanish)

This booklet prepares deacons for their responsibilities as leaders in ministries of mercy, service, and outreach.

By Word and Spirit

This 25-day devotional explores the Scripture passages behind the Belhar Confession.

The Ministry of the Deacon (Korean)

This booklet prepares deacons for their responsibilities as leaders in ministries of mercy, service, and outreach.

Companions on the Way

It is a process for congregations (especially pastors and elders) as they intentionally evangelize and welcome new disciples to Christ and the church.

The Ministry of the Deacon (Chinese)

This booklet prepares deacons for their responsibilities as leaders in ministries of mercy, service, and outreach.

Constitutional Theology

One of the RCA’s foremost researchers offers commentary that explains the proper roles of elders, deacons, classes, and synods and details the procedures necessary for successful church life.

The Ministry of the Elder

Clarifying the role of an elder, this booklet discusses the responsibilities of spiritual oversight, discipline and discipling, gatekeeping, and visitation.

Deacons and Elders

This exciting new training resource helps RCA deacons and elders better prepare to serve as leaders in their congregations.

The Ministry of the Elder (Spanish)

Clarifying the role of an elder, this booklet discusses the responsibilities of spiritual oversight, discipline and discipling, gatekeeping, and visitation.

Leadership from Inside Out

Leadership today requires people of character who are capable of creating a climate of trust, identifying values, building integrity, and sustaining vision.

The Ministry of the Elder (Korean)

Clarifying the role of an elder, this booklet discusses the responsibilities of spiritual oversight, discipline and discipling, gatekeeping, and visitation.

Pastoral Search Handbook

The Alban Institute's new guide to the complex task of finding a new pastor.

Unity, Reconciliation, and Justice Study Guide

This modern confession of faith developed by faithful Christians in the Uniting Reformed Church of Southern Africa arises from this church's theological reflections on its own challenging experiences.

RCA Pastoral Search Handbook

This revision of a time-tested handbook guides your congregation step-by-step through the entire search process, including choosing a search committee, conducting a self-study, and interviewing.

Unity, Reconciliation, and Justice Poster

The Ministry of the Deacon

This booklet prepares deacons for their responsibilities as leaders in ministries of mercy, service, and outreach.

Work in Progress

The comprehensive handbook outlines the basic principles, guidelines, and procedures a congregation can follow as it contemplates a building project.