Marriage discussion: No debate, votes or deadlines
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General Assembly committee wrestles with same-sex marriage overtures
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General Assembly business changes: Consent calendar and committee reports
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Heath Rada elected moderator of 221st General Assembly (Updated)
Using old-fashioned, hand-written ballots, the 221st General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) elected Heath K. Rada – the only ruling elder..
Mid Council Commission responds to synod executives’ critique
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A host of hot spots
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On the verge of a 3rd term? Valentine looks back, around, ahead
Interview by Leslie Scanlon, Outlook national reporter The 2014 General Assembly is being asked to confirm Linda Valentine for another four-year term..
GA to celebrate New Worshipping Communities and Young Adult Volunteers
When the General Assembly convenes Saturday in Detroit, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) will be celebrating at least two accomplishments – a constellation..
Stony Point to work toward financial self-sufficiency
LOUISVILLE, KY - After a long and somewhat contentious stretch of trying to figure out the future of Stony Point Center, a..
First Presbyterian Houston files lawsuit to gain title to its property
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Fellowship, Presbyterians for Renewal plan merger that would offer a new home to evangelicals
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Marriage debate takes shape
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Synod leaders oppose recommendation from Mid Councils Commission
Leaders of 14 of the 16 synods in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) are speaking out against a recommendation from the Mid Councils..
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Outreach Foundation surpasses $100 million
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Thinking theologically: 2014 GA committee leaders receive training
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Mission Agency Board tightens budgetary belt
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Valentine nominated to third term as executive director
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