The Presbyterian Church Growth Network announces inaugural fall conference
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Invested Faith Grants 16th Class of Fellows
These five social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
Call to action: Lamenting increased militarism on our city streets
The PC(USA) Office of Public Witness urges faithful resistance to militarized policing, affirming God’s peace, justice, and dignity over fear, force, and political control.
Union Theological Seminary President Serene Jones to retire after 18 years of leadership
Following a sabbatical, she’ll return to Union to teach and write.
A new mid-career residency program for PC(USA) pastors
Omaha Presbyterian Seminary Foundation's Synergos Pastoral Residency helps mid-career PC(USA) pastors discern and understand their ministry in a new way.
Presbyterian Peace Fellowship’s Atwood Institute fosters the joy of acting together to save lives
Schedule released for PPF's Sept. 24-27 gun violence prevention training at Massanetta Springs Camp and Conference Center near Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Invested Faith Awards 15th Class of Fellows
These five social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
The Rev. Dr. Dan Ott will be Union Presbyterian Seminary’s next Vice President for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean
He begins a five-year term on July 1.
Church-led initiative offers housing for childcare teachers
Groundspring, an initiative of First Presbyterian Church (FPC) of LaGrange, Georgia, aims to provide free housing for teachers who serve at the church’s childcare center.
Community organizations and houses of worship across the nation sue Trump administration to preserve the sanctity of safe spaces
Westminster Presbyterian Church in Gainesville, Florida, joins suit to protect safe spaces from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
An appeal to defend democratic culture
Reformed Christians from around the world sign a statement defending democratic culture, opposing autocracy, and calling for rules-based, respectful communication in faith and politics.
Introducing the Justice Center for Sacred Theological Studies
Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary (JCSTS) is now doing business as the Justice Center for Sacred Theological Studies (JCSTS).
Grace Presbytery receives Lilly Grant
Grace Presbytery has received a grant of $1.25 million dollars from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Renewed Grace: Transforming Worship Practices with Neurodivergent Children.
Dobson to retire from PPC; Green to take helm
Presbyterian Publishing Corporation President and Publisher David Dobson will retire this spring. Current Vice President and Editorial Director Rev. Dr. Bridgett Green will serve as Interim President and Publisher during a national search.
Rev. John Buchanan, former pastor of Fourth Presbyterian Church, dies at 87
John Buchanan preached at Fourth Presbyterian Church from 1985 to 2012. He would end each message to his congregation with the message, “Hold to the good.”
Invested Faith Awards 14th Class of Fellows
These five social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
More Light Presbyterians denounces anti-trans executive order, calls for action
In a statement, More Light Presbyterians stands firm in faith, denouncing discrimination, defending LGBTQIA+ rights, and affirming the inherent dignity and worth of all people.
Three Earth Care Award winners honored at Presbyterians for Earth Care annual gathering
Presbyterians for Earth Care (PEC) recognized two individuals and one congregation for their exceptional environmental achievements at their virtual Annual Gathering.
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary receives prestigious $5M Lilly Endowment Inc. grant for Black church rural and small towns ministry Initiative
"We look forward to building a network of Black faith leaders and congregations who learn, grow, and strengthen their leadership while addressing the unique realities facing rural and small-town Black faith communities," says Perzavia Praylow.
2025 Grawemeyer Religion Award Goes to Rabbi and Disability Advocate Julia Watts Belse
Georgetown professor’s book, "Loving Our Own Bones," inspires reappraisal of disability.
Two Presbyterian churches receive $175,000 grants to maintain their vitality
First Presbyterian Church of Fargo and First Presbyterian Church of Taos are two of 24 recipients for National Fund for Sacred Places grants.
Austin Seminary and Schreiner University launch innovative MDiv/MBA dual degree program to prepare future faith-based leaders
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary and Schreiner University have partnered to offer a dual degree program blending theology and business education. Upon completing the program, graduates will be awarded a Master of Divinity degree from Austin Seminary and a Master of Business Administration from Schreiner University.
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina awards Marshall Presbyterian Church Emergency and Disaster Response Grant
Marshall Presbyterian Church is pleased to announce that it has received $25,000.00 from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina to rehab its building after Hurricane Helene.
A new partnership in disaster relief
Mennonite Disaster Services joins Wintergarden Presbyterian Church, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and the Florida United Methodist Conference to help hurricane survivors.
Westminster Presbyterian Church in Oklahoma City receives $1.2 million Lilly Endowment grant for neurodiverse inclusion
The church will use the funds to establish Big Faith Resources, an initiative providing resources and tools for including neurodiverse children and their families in corporate worship, faith formation and spiritual practices.