Case 47 · Presbytery Oversight · Presbytery

Warning Signs from a Visitation

A routine visitation uncovers recurring tensions in a congregation that the local court has begun to normalize.

Discussion Questions

1

Which opening course best identifies the real oversight duty without either local neglect or broader-court overreach?

2

If action is warranted, which next course best strengthens the local work while preserving clear responsibility?

3

Which result most faithfully embodies presbytery oversight as ordered, supportive, and reviewable?

Scripture Cited

  • Acts 20:28
  • Hebrews 13:17
  • Proverbs 27:23

Constitutional Reference

Visitation · Presbytery Oversight · Pastoral Care

If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone.

Matthew 18:15