ECO Theology
One of ECO’s values is “A Livable Theology”. The strength of our faith is how we live out our Reformed beliefs in a relentlessly contextual way.
About Us
The Standing Theology Committee exists to foster theological dialogue, produce substantive content that affirms ECO’s Essential Tenets, and provide a venue for pastors and other ECO leaders to share and publish material that is Reformed, evangelical and egalitarian. As a team, STC has produces resources on various aspects of doctrine and practice on pressing or controversial topics engaging the contemporary church and culture.
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Publications and Resources
Since its formation, the Standing Theological Committee has written many documents to educate and resource pastors, church leaders, and covenant partners in ECO. Those documents are available in a PDF format or a printed copy can be purchased using the links below.
STC Members
The Standing Theological Committee is made up of pastors all across the country, representing various ECO Presbyterians and congregations. We are grateful to their service to ECO in this capacity!
Rev. Dr. Eric Laverentz
STC Chair | Pastor/Head of Staff at First Presbyterian Church, Edmond, OK
Rev. Dr. Clay Brown
Associate Pastor at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, Houston, TX
Rev. Dr. Andrew Chaney
Pastor/Head of Staff of First Presbyterian Church, Greenwood, MS
Rev. Dr. Cheryl Eaton
Pastor/Head of Staff at First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Herrin, IL
Rev. Dr. Jennifer Graffius
ECO Pastor, Presbytery of Southern California
Rev. Dr. Bobby Griffith
ECO Pastor, Presbytery of the Rivers of Life
Rev. Dr. Andrew Johnson
Assistant Pastor at Marine View Presbyterian Church, Tacoma, WA
Rev. Dr. Troy Onsager
Pastor/Head of Staff at Escalon Presbyterian Church, Escalon, CA
Dr. Meredith Riedel
Member, North Carolina Presbytery
Rev. Jocelyn Smolik
Pastor/Head of Staff at Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church, Fredericksburg, OH