The Business Affairs report was received as printed, except for extraction of the item regarding the Roseland congregation, which was not acted on at the meeting. The Nurture and Educational Resources Division informed the Presbytery of a resolution they will be bringing regarding a fourth ordination for Certified Christian Educators - that of Minister of Education. Committee on Nominations presented a lengthy slate of nominees to various committees and councils, and thanked those who are leaving after serving for several years, and once again called for suggestions of persons to serve as Commissioners to GA and on committees and councils of the Presbytery. Stewart Pattison, pastor of the Lansing congregation spoke on the value of the Churchwide Redevelopment Conference to his congregation. The Conference will be held in late January 2000.
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The Financial Development Cabinet and Mission Funding stressed the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, now seeking funds for places that have been devastated by floods, tornadoes and other disasters. The Cabinet also reported on strong giving to the Basic Mission Support and the Building Partnerships Project. The Church and Society Division requested that the name of the Division be changed to Church In Society, reflecting more accurately the mission of the Division. Presbytery approved the change.