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Get to Know PHS: Who We Serve

February 15, 2023

Organized in 1852, the Presbyterian Historical Society is the oldest denominational archives in the United States and serves as the national archives for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and its predecessor denominations. As record keepers of the denomination, PHS helps Presbyterians and the general public preserve and explore their histories.

Record-keepers of the PC(USA)

PHS serves the Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A. by collecting records of historic value from congregations, mid councils, and national agencies. As

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PHS Staff Profile: Nancy J. Taylor

February 15, 2023

What is your role at PHS? What do you do from day-to-day?

I am the PHS executive director. I spend a lot of my time attending meetings and talking with staff, Board members, OGA colleagues, and other collaborators—both within and outside the PC(USA). Good, two-way communication is key to everything with do. I also directly support our development program and The Journal of Presbyterian History, and I guide decisions about our building, financial matters, and other operations.

How does your work support the mission of PHS?...

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Get to Know PHS

January 17, 2023

How We Serve the PC(USA)

PHS collects records of historic value from congregations and mid councils, national agencies within the denomination, and from individuals and families who served the church.

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