Roger Gench, Author at The Presbyterian Outlook

Roger Gench

Roger Gench is theologian in residence at Second Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Virginia. Roger is the author of “The Cross Examen,” a book that finds nodes of connection between rich spiritual reflection and profound engagement in public life.

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Transfiguration Sunday — February 19, 2023

Like Jesus, God calls us to bear our own crosses. Let's talk about what that actually means.

Order of worship — February 19, 2023

You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.

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Clay feet

Roger Gench reflects on the politics of power found in Daniel 2, the problematic theology of the American dream and the necessity of diversity.

Singing our faith

I’ve been taking classical guitar lessons for a number of years, so I wasn’t surprised when my teacher recently asked me to..

In, with, against and for

A trio of fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5 – patience, kindness and goodness – are the foci of this issue,..

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4th Sunday in Easter — April 25, 2021

John 10:11-18; Psalm 23 Easter 4B John 10 presents one of the New Testament’s most beloved images of Jesus and his relationship..

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Love: The foundational fruit of the Spirit

The fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5 is not presented as a random catalog of virtues. It is important to note..

Order of worship — April 25, 2021

You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation. It is free for..

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3rd Sunday of Easter – April 18, 2021

Luke 24:13-48 Easter 3B The final chapter of Luke narrates two back-to-back appearances of the risen Lord to disciples, and both feature..

Life in the Spirit

What will life and ministry look like in the post-pandemic church? Understandably, our conversations about this matter are often framed in terms..