Support grows for national boycott of Wendy’s Restaurants
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In Soo Jung dies at 61: PC(USA) pastor shepherded denomination’s largest Korean congregation
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Christian and ecumenical leaders tell church denominations to step up and speak up
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Historic meeting between Cuban and US Presbyterians begins dialog
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Regarding ruling elders: Called as partners in Christ’s service
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J. Herbert Nelson testifies before Senate committee
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Washburn named interim editor of Presbyterians Today
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PC(USA) Mosaic of Peace Conference visits Israel and Palestine
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California PC(USA) church opens arms to Syrian congregation
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College leaders share unique approaches to advancing interfaith cooperation
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Presbyterian Disaster Assistance commemorates 20 years of service
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Presbyterian Disaster Assistance to continue food security support in Malawi
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PC(USA) young women attend UN Commission on the Status of Women
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National religious leaders call for presidential candidates to take on low wages
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Presbyterian Mission Agency announces budget communication plan
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Twenty-seven new worshiping communities receive grants
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