This course will familiarize students with the Book of Order and the Book of Confessions of the Prebyterian Church (USA). There will be a particular emphasis on the Fom of Government, Book of Discipline, and an understanding of the historical context and contemporary relevance for creeds of the church. Lecture/course seminar format. Evaluation by participation, presentations, and ordinations-type exams. This course will be approached from a missional perspective. Intended for PCUSA MDiv students. [25 max enrollment]