Marissa Duffield loves the church, but they are beginning to wonder if the church loves them back.
Nadine Ellsworth-Moran explores how imagination is essential to faith, hope and community.
Andrew Taylor-Troutman reflects on taking his daughter to a political rally where joy, justice, and a stuffed tiger reveal what it means to fight for a better future.
A visit to a public bath in Japan led to unexpected healing for Karie Charlton.
Andy Greenhow reflects on Presbyterian intellectualism, discipleship, and the unexpected wisdom of his three-legged dog, Melody.
Southeastern Presbyterian camps are recovering, rebuilding and welcoming new seasons of ministry, writes Colleen Earp.
What does the Bible really say about diversity, equity and inclusion? While political leaders label DEI a "radical leftist agenda," Jesus' ministry tells a different story. So why do some Christians reject it, asks Emery J. Cummins?
Maggie Alsup explores how childlike wonder deepens faith and sparks joy.
Phillip Blackburn shares how a small rural church in Arkansas is making a big impact — and why challenging our assumptions about church size and leadership matters.
David Dack shares how his church navigated the U.S. flag's physical presence in worship, balancing faith and patriotism through thoughtful conversation and respect.
Most startling is not the dismantling of government agencies that help others, but the public’s tolerance for these actions. — Kelly Brown Douglas
A tiny creature's journey from darkness to light – and the world's reaction to it – causes Brendan McLean to reflect on hope.
Andries Coetzee shares his journey of living with HIV, confronting stigma in the church, and embracing his God-given identity with courage and dignity.
Colleen Bell explores how intergenerational collaboration strengthens the fight against racism, drawing lessons from past movements.
Kendrick Lamar’s 2025 Super Bowl halftime show was a prophetic pronouncement — and an invitation for Christians, writes Shea Watts.
Charissa Howe offers four key tips for churches to more effectively partner with nonprofits and maximize their impact.
Nicole Doyley suggests five things White church leaders can do to attract, retain and nurture people and families of color well.
Maggie Alsup shares how an office door covered in stickers became a testament to God's inclusive love and a reminder that small messages can make a big impact.
Brendan McLean reflects on David Lynch’s surreal art, biblical wisdom and divine mystery.
In the wake of devastating fires, Los Angeles pastor Christine Chakoian finds herself wondering about baptism.
Mainline Christianity’s role in politics is shifting — can we be a prophetic voice of compassion and critique rather than a court prophet to power, asks Chris Currie?
Three oppositional Presbyterian parties in Pakistan united recently, settling their differences and ending several years of hostility.
In response to recent presidential pardons, Joshua Gritter explores the tensions of justice and mercy.
The closure of the PC(USA) Office of Theology and Worship marks the end of an era. Charles Aden Wiley, III and Martha Moore-Keish mark the office's 40-year legacy.
David W. Congdon explores the origins of Christian nationalism and the language that sustains it.
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