Presbyterian Outlook board honors Brian K. Blount with E.T. Thompson award
Brian K. Blount, a New Testament scholar, preacher, teacher, and leader, was honored with the lifetime achievement award during the Outlook’s webinar on June 6.
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Invested Faith awards 11th class of fellows
These six social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
More than 130 people gather online and at the Presbyterian Center for the three-day General Assembly Leadership Briefing
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Small is beautiful: Readers write
We asked you to write about small, beautiful moments in 250 words or less. Here are some of our favorite submissions.
New CEO brings 20 years experience in international nonprofit leadership and development to Ghost Ranch
This leadership transition ushers in a bright new chapter of impact for the 21,000-acre world-renowned education and retreat center in New Mexico.
Grants will support innovative programs to strengthen preaching
Lilly Endowment Inc. has approved grants to 81 organizations through its Compelling Preaching Initiative to help Christian pastors strengthen their abilities to proclaim the gospel in more engaging and effective ways.
Children’s books pastors should have
Pastors should keep some books in their offices “for such a time as this.” Books to help parents support their kids through life’s milestones top that list. Pastor/parents review their recent favorites below.
Readers respond: #EndGunViolence
Here's what some readers are saying in response to our #EndGunViolence special issue released in June. Add your voice to the conversation!
What the Outlook staff is reading this summer
From nonfiction to YA to poetry, the Outlook staff shares the books they are loving right now.
Columbia Theological Seminary recieves $1.24 Million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to establish “Wonder of Worship” program
The new “Wonder of Worship” initiative prepares Christian leaders and supports partnering congregations to engage children in corporate worship and thereby nurture their faith.
An invitation to belonging: The Belonging Project
Meet the thought leaders behind Presbyterian Outlook's April issue on belonging.
Oldest Presbyterian Church in Manhattan Responds to the Climate Crisis
In advance of Earth Week 2023, the First Presbyterian Church in the City of New York is deepening its commitment to environmental stewardship by reducing its endowment’s exposure to fossil fuel investments.
15 new books to read during Black History Month and beyond
Whether you're looking for non-fiction, devotionals, theology or poetry, we have suggestions for year-round reading.
The top 10 Outlook stories of 2022
We've covered a lot of ground in 2022 including national news, denominational meetings, a three-week General Assembly and a year's worth of Sundays and holidays. Outside of our weekly worship resources, these are the most popular stories from 2022.
Grateful for our 2022 donors
A word of gratitude and acknowledgment for the many donors who make the Outlook’s ministry possible.
The Outlook staff shares the books we’re giving for Christmas
Here are some of our favorite books that we read in 2022.
Pittsburgh Seminary installs five faculty in endowed chairs
A press release from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary.
Princeton Theological Seminary Launches Master of Arts in Theology & Ecology Degree Program
The 13-month program will attend to the intimate connections among land, space, justice, soil, place, and neighbor.
Invested Faith Names Fifth Class of Fellows
These faith-rooted social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building a sustainable financial model.
Second Presbyterian Church — Richmond, Virginia
Second Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Virginia, shares about their involvement in REAL LIFE.
Outlook at General Assembly
A photo essay of how the Outlook spent our time at GA225.
General Assembly 225 in photos
A lot happened during this year's unprecedented General Assembly spanning three weeks in Louisville, Kentucky. With special thanks to our talented photographers Jonathan Watson and Gregg Brekke, Outlook captured some amazing pictures of this summer's hybrid assembly. Here are some of the highlights.
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FAQs about the Outlook’s new website
Some easy tips and tech fixes for Outlook's new website.