Frank A. Beattie served as Associate Director for Evangelism and Church Development for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) until his retirement in 1996. Beattie is also a former Executive Presbyter for the Central Washington Presbytery.
Throughout our history, Presbyterians have needed and wanted a companion to the Constitution. This volume is an attempt to provide that companion. It is a valuable tool whose use will bring a better understanding of the church's Constitution and how it works. As a companion, this book is intended to be an aid to education and understanding.