Read about our process below, that includes the audio and materials from our initial public process.

1. LEARN—Public Process: October 2014 through June 2015

2. DISCERN & ARTICULATE—Session Process
   • Preparedness
     Review the “Learn” phrase and other materials, identify any gaps, further engage particular individuals and groups in our congregation, do additional research or work if needed.
   • Scope and Plan
     Clarify the goals and develop the general framework for format, content and process to complete.
   • Articulate
     Collaboratively draft, review and finalize what we want to communicate about our vision and practice. Prepare for distribution as appropriate.

3. AFFIRM—Re-engage Public Process
   • Communicate
     Create plan to share Session’s work with the congregation. Schedule announcements, presentations, gatherings, etc.
   • Ongoing Witness
     Give thanks to God and launch our vision and practices in a worship service of commitment.

Learn more about how First Pres has journeyed through issues around gender, sexuality, marriage, and leadership in the church.