Presbyterians help Afghans get settled in the US
(PNS) — Presbyterians have been stepping up to help Afghan families feel welcome in the United States, from providing meals and housing..
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PC(USA) joins a vigil for peace in Ukraine
(PNS) — The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) joined an ecumenical and interfaith vigil at noon Eastern Time Wednesday to pray for peace in Ukraine,..
After farming all day, talented Black craftsmen spent their evenings constructing Hopewell Presbyterian Church’s stone edifice
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With a boost from SDOP, Afghan ranchers in Virginia are raising cattle that meets Halal requirements
(PNS) — Afghan refugees in Prince William County, Virginia, had two major needs: job opportunities and Halal food. There was experience in the..
Second Black History Month forum features a physician’s perspective on ‘rest, restoration and reconciliation’
(PNS) — “Consider this a time when you’re able to just sit down and talk with a doctor about anything. We’re going..
Webinar explores race, science and the church
(PNS) — Wednesday’s online forum Race, Science and the Church uncovered some surprising facts, including this one: Eugenics, which had its heyday..
Panel of faith leaders focuses on opportunities for democratic renewal
(PNS) — “We need to talk about voting,” Dr. Rodney S. Sadler Jr. of Union Presbyterian Seminary said to kick off a 90-minute..
Two churches come together to bend the moral arc toward justice
(PNS) — “How Long, Not Long” is the popular name given to the speech delivered by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King..
Leading Theologically broadcast features the Rev. Saleem Ghubril, founding director of The Pittsburgh Promise
(PNS) — The numbers put up by The Pittsburgh Promise over the last 13 years are astounding: to date, the organization has funded..
PNS movie critic explores theological themes and ethical values in the Best Picture nominees
(PNS) — Oscar buzz is in full swing now that the list of nominees has been released. This year there is a..
Transforming a food desert in Flint, Michigan
(PNS) — When a cooperative food market opens on Flint, Michigan’s north side several months from now, it will make life easier..
COVID-19 cancels 2022 Presbyterian Youth Triennium
(PNS) — Because of the ongoing pandemic, the 2022 Presbyterian Youth Triennium, which had been scheduled for July 24-27 in Indianapolis, Indiana,..
Restorative Actions to be recipient of offering at the 225th General Assembly’s opening worship
An economic justice initiative inspired by the PC(USA) working to combat racism and racial privilege will be getting support at the 225th..
African American ministry holds first of three forums in celebration of Black History Month
(PNS) — In the first of three forums in recognition of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s celebration of Black History Month, the Rev...
PC(USA) advocacy offices urge Biden administration to reverse policies making the situation worse
(PNS) — As Afghanistan faces a humanitarian crisis that threatens to take more lives than the United States’ 20-year war in the..
Children’s Enrichment Center at the U.S.-Mexico border shows children a different way of life
(RNS) — The Rev. Mark Adams, a mission co-worker at the U.S.-Mexico border, tells an unsettling story about Jaciel, a six-year-old boy..
‘This is what makes us strong’
(PNS) — In a true celebration Black history, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s weekly worship service Wednesday reminded worshipers of the sorrows of..
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PC(USA) Washington office supports legislation to ‘end the pandemic now’
(PNS) — The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Office of Public Witness (OPW) is urging support for legislation calling on the United States government to..
Invasion of Ukraine is considered imminent as troops mass on the border
(PNS) — The White House has announced that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is no longer “likely,” but now “imminent.” For the past..
APCE to celebrate ‘50+1’ years at annual conference
(PNS) — Even with the COVID-related risks, delays and uncertainty that have surrounded the annual Association of Presbyterian Church Educators event, co-chair Candace Hill said..
The Presbyterian Church of Myanmar continues its ministry one year into military coup
(PNS) — Tuesday, Feb. 1, is the one-year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar that spiraled the country into chaos. Amidst..
Stated Clerk connects Jesus’s healing ministry with Dr. King’s fight for equality
The Rev. Dr. J. Herbert Nelson, II, Stated Clerk of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), recently delivered the keynote..
After 15 years, a new worshiping community becomes an official PC(USA) congregation
(PNS) — Since arriving in Houston from Ghana, Pastor Ebenezer Boateng has persevered through many ups and downs. But finally, the new..
Bringing Earth care to Hispanic-Latina churches
(PNS) — Representatives from various Hispanic-Latina churches were introduced to the Presbyterian Hunger Program’s Earth care programming this week as part of..