From the Membership Chair

The secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, bookkeepers and business administrators are the unsung heroes of the Presbyterian Church (USA). They keep the church and church-related offices of the denomination running.

Their jobs are far more complicated than we give them credit for. With rapidly changing technology, changes within the denomination and the Book of Order, Presbyterian office workers are in need of a network of support and continuing education.

The Administrative Personnel Association of the Presbyterian Church (USA) is an organization that knits together the denomination’s office workers. Through regional and national conferences, they gain the knowledge needed to keep church offices running.

Membership dues are just $75 and the cost to attend a conference is approximately $500. The National Conference is in San Antonio from September 12th through September 16th. Aren’t the unsung heroes in your office worth that small expense?

For more information about joining the APA, visit the Florida Region website (www.floridaapa.org) or contact Allyson Criminger, President, at 904-733-8277.

Nancy Fine
President-Elect and Membership Chair, Florida Region of the APA