Black churchwomen on the front lines
A broken-hearted mother’s decision became one of the most galvanizing acts of the Civil Rights Movement, writes Dartinia Hull.
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The kingdom of God calls us to something beyond the imagination
“If we see wrong, step up. I believe that God steps with us.” Chris Burton and Dartinia Hull tackle systemic sin, generational trauma, and the hope found in God’s promises.
Sit down, and rest
The world will wear me down unless I demand otherwise, writes Dartinia Hull.
Reparations and repairing the breach
Dartinia Hull interviews Paul Roberts, president of Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary, on repairing the breach and healing our souls.
A call to courage: The Atwood Institute’s stand against gun violence
The inaugural Atwood Institute for Congregational Courage met in New Mexico last week, creating a well-resourced community for Christians wishing to end gun violence.
Co-moderator candidates speak about racism, climate change, inclusion and more
On June 6, 2024, Outlook Editor Teri McDowell Ott sat down with #GA226 co-moderator candidates. Catch the conversation, if you missed it, here.
Razor wire in the water
There's what we can't see, writes Dartinia Hull, and there is what we don't see.
Tech watch: AI in Canva and Mailchimp
Dartinia Hull offers quick tips on maximizing your communications with AI.
What is AI?
Artificial intelligence is as common as cell phones, but understanding it – even while using it – is another story, writes Dartinia Hull.
Reviving Goodwill
The school in Mayesville, South Carolina, once had a prominent space in the community’s heart. A group of alumni are working hard to renew its mission.
Podcast review: “Code Switch: Fearless Conversations About Race”
Dartinia Hull highlights a "Code Switch" conversation with author Alejandra Oliva. Perhaps paying attention can help us live into the Advent season, she writes.
Reckoning with violence and silence
Every Advent, I wonder: What is it like to truly live in peace? — Dartinia Hull
Podcast review: “Hark! The Stories Behind Our Favorite Christmas Carols”
If you're on the search for Christmas content, we suggest giving the podcast "Hark! The Stories Behind Our Favorite Christmas Carols" a try.
Presbyterian Outlook calls for submissions
We want to hear from you on the theme "small is beautiful!"
PC(USA) 2022 statistical report shows membership declining, new worshiping communities growing
The PC(USA) lost another 50,000 members in 2022 but new worshiping communities grew by 20.
A constellation of two stars
"I belonged to her. She belonged to me. Over the years, she belonged to others: students, her poetry pals, our family. But we remained a constellation of two stars."
Podcast review: “Everything Happens.”
Does everything happen for a reason? Kate Bowler talks with people about what they've learned during difficult times.
This week I forgot where I put my shoes
A poem by Dartinia Hull.
PC(USA) administrators respond to public outcry after “text of terror” is selected for Hebrew exegesis exam
Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee on Examinations for Candidates will join a meeting of the Association of Mid Council Leaders on Wednesday, Feb. 8 to discuss their selection of Judges 19, “The Levite’s Concubine.”
None of us knew
Dartinia Hull’s story of abuse, murder and her grandmother’s efforts to educate those caught in the school-to-prison pipeline.
Cabbage
On Sunday, I clocked a window. I whirled around and slammed it with the back of my fist. My right fist. The..