Committee advances measure on LGBTQIA+ inclusion and transparency
A recommendation shaped by discussions at the National Queer Presbyterian Gathering would let candidates see congregations’ openness to LGBTQIA+ leaders.
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The Gender and Sexuality Justice Committee approved a two-pronged approach: better understanding the scope of misconduct and strengthening support for survivors.
Committee addresses sexual misconduct within the church
Two proposals headed to GA227 would gather better data on sexual misconduct and develop a survivor-centered support program within the PC(USA).
Presbyterian leaders to weigh next steps on fossil fuels
MRTI recommends divestment from two companies as a GA227 overture calls for broader action.
Special committee proposes confession specific to the times we live in
As the 227th General Assembly approaches, PC(USA) leaders say a proposed new confession is meant to help the church speak truthfully about sin, justice and faith in this time and place.
The church cannot be silent — but what should it say?
Author and Columbia Seminary professor William Yoo urges people of faith to speak against White Christian nationalism.
Austin Seminary student James Talarico wins Democratic U.S. Senate primary
The Texas Presbyterian and state representative has spoken publicly about how his Christian faith shapes his challenge to Christian nationalism.
Faith leaders form rapid response network for migrants facing ICE detention in Dallas
Multi-faith clergy in the Dallas–Fort Worth area are providing pastoral care, bearing witness, and organizing resistance as asylum seekers are detained during routine ICE check-ins.
A murmuration of clergy: Presbyterians and partners gather in Minneapolis
More than 1,000 clergy — including Presbyterians — gathered in Minneapolis for a multifaith conference, protest and public witness. “We can transform the pain we feel into purpose.”
Faith leaders call for action after violence in Minneapolis
More than 8,000 clergy and faith organizers gathered online, urging senators to oppose renewed DHS funding and to “pray with their feet.”
Minnesota Presbyterians mobilize after ICE shooting in Minneapolis
After an ICE agent killed Renee Good in Minneapolis, Presbyterian congregations across the Twin Cities are mobilizing — through interfaith partnerships, legal observer training and public witness.
A turning point in the church’s search for a new confession
After two years of work, a PC(USA) committee says a new confession is taking shape amid prayer, debate and hope for renewal.
“An authority for love”: Portland faith leaders stand with immigrants outside ICE facility
“People have said to me, ‘I didn’t know churches could do good things.’” In Portland, clergy are showing up daily to support immigrants and witness to hope at the ICE site.
Churches prepare for hunger surge as SNAP benefits face historic cutoff
‘We are seeing the need increase greatly.’
What happens when ministry becomes a security risk?
PC(USA) churches seek to balance hospitality and inclusion amid new security concerns.
Chicago pastors confront escalating violence at ICE detention facility
Chicago Presbyterian pastors report pepper spray, rubber bullets and escalating force at ICE’s Broadview facility. Faith leaders demand accountability.
North Carolina town reclaims hope on Hurricane Helene anniversary
“Hope after Helene” brought North Carolina neighbors together for healing, reflection, and community — with music, art, resources, and a keynote on deep hope from David LaMotte.
Chicago Presbyterians push back on Trump’s troop plan
Churches and other nonprofits prepare for unrest, model faithful ways to support immigrants and city residents.
Young Presbyterians share a vision for the church at Triennium 2025
For the first time in six years, Presbyterian youth and young adults gathered in person to dream about the future of the church — and their role in it.
D.C. churches respond to federal show of force
D.C. churches unite against heightened federal policing, defending vulnerable neighbors and calling for justice over fear-based governance.
Stronger than the Storm: RHINO’s 20-Year legacy of hope
20 years after Katrina, St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church continues to rebuild hope in New Orleans and beyond.