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Historical Society of the Episcopal ChurchArchives Basics for Churches |
Archives Basics for Churches is a five-part educational video series designed to equip congregations and dioceses within the Episcopal Church with the foundational tools to build, manage, and sustain an historical repository. Originally presented as a live Zoom series in 2024, this course is a self-paced, fully accessible multimedia resource. Whether you are a parish historian, a church administrator, or a volunteer stepping into the archives for the very first time, this course bridges the gap between professional archival theory and the unique, practical realities of local ministry. Each of the five sessions is backed by a additional materials:
- On-Demand Video Recordings
- Session Outlines & Slides
- Practical Sample Files
Recommended Video Series
A 13-video series led by the The Congregational Library & Archives archivists to help churches better understand how to steward their records and maintain the memories and the mission of their congregations. Topics include: Taking the First Step in Archiving Your Church’s Records, Archival Storage 101, Demystifying Archivist Speak, What’s in a Collection?, Protecting and Providing, To Keep or Not to Keep, Sharing Your Story, Knowing Your Collection, Archives and Church Legacy, Finding an Archival Home, CSI Goes Digital
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|  Matthew P. Payne
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John Rawlinson
Susan Stonesifer
Historical Society of the Episcopal Church
Promoting preservation of the history of the Episcopal Church
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