Encounter: Unleashing the Power of Overtures
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In this episode, Rev. Deborah Huggins, Associate Pastor, Central Presbyterian Church, Summit, New Jersey, Northeast New Jersey Presbytery and Ruling Elder Kate Trigger Duffert, Director of GA Planning in the Office of the General Assembly,  share how the power of an overture, collaboration, and  a commitment to inclusive language for people with disabilities began the process to proclaim anew Christ's wide embrace of all people and affirm the church's commitment to inclusion by including the words "all people", "abilities", and "genders" in the Foundations of Presbyterian Polity (F-1.0302c and F-1.0404). Be sure to listen to the Along the Road: Nourish -January 31, 2024 episode, "From Idea to Overture" to learn more about this important part of our polity.  
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