Coordinator for Educational Resources

Phone

585-242-0099

Address

1190 Winton Rd S
Rochester, NY 14618-2244 [ map ]

Summer Hours

Staffed Mon–Thu, 9:30am–3:30pm
Open for self-service during Presbytery Office hours

The Resource Center is always open for self-service when the Presbytery Office is open. You may return items 24-hours-a-day using the drop-box in the door facing Winton Rd.

Batavia Satellite Office

We have opened a satellite office in Batavia, First, to make a second digital projector, laptop computer and other multimedia resources more easily available to our southern and western congregations. Learn more…

Resource Center Mission

Under the guidance of the Congregational Ministries committee, the Resource Center supports, equips and encourages the mission and ministry of the congregations in the Presbytery.

As a partner in ministry, the Center offers a wide variety of materials to be borrowed free of charge, and services of personal assistance, research and guidance.

Who Can Use the Resource Center?

Pastors
Youth Leaders
Church School Teachers
Elders and Deacons
Committee Chairs
Worship Leaders
Adult Ed Leaders
Parents and Children

What Can You Do at the Resource Center?

Study materials
Consult with staff about resource needs
Preview video possibilities
Borrow Resources
Participate in occasional training opportunities
Visit with a committee from your congregation

What Will You Find at the Resource Center?

Books
Videos
Periodicals
Curriculum
Games
Laptop Computer
Computer Projector
Digital Camcorder
TV
VCR
Screens
Badge-a-Minit

What’s On Our Shelves at the Resource Center?

Bible and Theology
Education and Nurture
Stewardship
Redevelopment and Evangelism
Leadership Training
Church Seasons
Spirituality
Teacher Training
Youth Activities
Mission
Peacemaking
Social Issues
Worship
Ecumenism

Resource Center
Equipping You for Ministry!

Music Library

Take a brief tour in our Gallery, and learn all about our newest resource.

Book Donation Drive

Used books in good condition will be accepted at the Presbytery Office

Through Wednesday October 1
Mon–Thu: 8:30am–4:30pm
Fri 8:30am–Noon
Flyer to share

Books should be:

Clean and in good condition
Covers firmly intact
No torn or missing pages
Paper not brown or brittle
No mold or dampness
Text must not be excessively underlined or highlighted

Learn more here…

What’s New?

Recent addtions to our collections are now on their very own page.

Special Collections

With over 3,600 titles in our collection, sometimes it’s easier to look at just a few things at at time. Here are several lists of materials pertaining to a particular topic:

Overdue materials

Materials may be borrowed for three weeks. Ask ahead if you require more time.

You don’t have to wait for an overdue notice. We’d like to see you a little more often than this!

You may return items 24-hours-a-day using the drop-box in the door at the end of the building facing Winton Rd.

The Bible in Braille

The Bible in English Braille Grade Two is now available to borrow from the Resource Center.

Using the Resource Center

Come in person (we’re on the second floor of the Presbytery Office)
Call, write or email to request resources to be mailed
Please reserve material as far in advance as your planning allows
Borrow any number of resources for up to three weeks
Visit the Resource Table at Stated Meetings and special events of the Presbytery to borrow display materials, pick-up resources or return borrowed resources

Lending Policies

Lending is open to all interested individuals or organizations. There is no usage fee charged for borrowing resources.
All materials, excluding equipment, are due three weeks from when they are borrowed. If you intend to use the material for an extended time, please reflect this information on the sign-out card. If possible, give a specific time when you expect to return the material.
If resources become more than six weeks overdue, you will be sent a postcard to remind you to return the overdue resources. If a resource has been lost, please contact the Resource Center immediately. If resources are lost or not returned after several reminders have been sent, you will be billed for their replacement.
If you wish to pass along a resource, contact the Resource Center first! Remember, resources checked out in your name are your responsibility.
If you plan on making a donation of new or used books, kindly consult with the coordinator prior to the purchase or delivery of materials.
If you are interested in purchasing a resource for personal use, please call or email the Resource Center for purchasing information.
If you wish a resource to be shipped to you, you will not be charged shipping and/or handling. Borrowers are always responsible, however, for the cost of return shipping.
Printable version of Lending Policy

Policies Governing Use of Audio-Visual Equipment

Audio-visual equipment is available in the Resource Center at the Presbytery office for use by the churches and all units of the Presbytery. Wide use of this equipment is encouraged.
A responsible adult should check out all equipment and accessories. The procedure includes adequate training in use, filling out the appropriate form (noting all equipment taken and dates of borrowing, use and expected return) and the signing of an agreement, accepting full responsibility for the equipment.
Equipment should be returned promptly according to the arrangements made in advance.
Borrower should use the enclosed checklist to be sure all parts of the equipment is being returned.
The borrower is responsible for repair or replacement cost resulting from damage or loss of equipment while away from the Presbytery office.
Equipment should be carried-on (not checked) on when traveling by air, train or bus.
Please call the Resource Center to reserve your equipment needs as soon as they become known to you.
All equipment must be picked up and dropped off in person according to the agreed lending time.
A release agreement must be signed before borrowing equipment.
Printable version of Equipment Policy

Donations

If you plan on making a donation of new or used books, kindly consult with the coordinator prior to the purchase or delivery of materials.