Presbyterian congregations in Spokane and Bellevue reflect a national trend: Large churches are drawing new worshippers, particularly young families, even as Sunday attendance becomes less frequent and engagement takes new forms.
Six ways young Presbyterians are finding leadership roles beyond their church.
Queer and trans youth are gifts to the church. Here are five ways congregations can turn affirmation into meaningful practices of belonging, advocacy and celebration, writes Cody J. Sanders.
Moving toward programs that affirm Black children’s full humanity is crucial for justice, writes Chris Burton.
Prevention is not only a clinical task. It is a human task, a family task, a church task and a community task, write Michelle Snyder and Christopher Epperson.
For Christians with eating disorders, communion can bring anxiety alongside grace. Rachel Sutphin asks how churches can make Christ’s welcome tangible for everyone at the table.
Three young Presbyterians speak with clarity and hope about belonging, authenticity, faith, doubt, community and the future of the church.
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
On World Communion Sunday, Matthew 21’s parable of the vineyard invites us to loosen our grip on what is “ours” and embrace God’s abundance as a gift meant to be shared, writes Teri McDowell Ott.
Rosalind Banbury's second reflection on the 2026-2027 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
Vernon Gramling shares what 12 years of leading small groups taught him about making room for honest questions and doubt.
"Cripping Youth Ministry" is a bold, honest call to dismantle ableism and build inclusive faith communities, writes Amy Pagliarella.
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