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I support the Presbyterian Historical Society because of what I didn’t know.
Although a life-long Presbyterian, I didn’t really know much about PHS when I joined the Board. I knew it was the National Archives of the PC(USA) with responsibility for preserving official congregational and denominational records.
However, among other things, I didn’t know that PHS actively seeks to expand under-represented portions of its collection with efforts like the...
I was born in the middle of the United States. The Midwest values and work ethic were instilled in me at a very early age. For as long as I can remember I was told to do the job well, to do the best I could, and to give to the best of my ability. That has followed me in everything I do. I also love to be creative and to think outside the box, which has allowed me to enjoy the results of a job well done.
My father was the President of a small liberal arts college in Iowa, so I witnessed the importance and success of building pride for the college in...
I was an infant when my father the late Reverend Robert Lee Maffett founded Bethel Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, PA. My formative years, and those of the countless young people who passed through its doors, was nurtured, encouraged and supported by dedicated and loving adult leaders. Through its community center there were a variety of programs for adults and families.
Sadly today, congregations are smaller and many church...