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God’s Word in the world – September 18, 2017

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The Bible inspires, challenges and provides guidance. Presbyterians look to Scripture to help discern vocation, shape decisions and form relationships. This issue examines the juxtaposition of God's Word and daily living. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. IN THIS ISSUE: Pastoral pipeline Is the Presbyterian Church facing an impending, potentially severe shortage of pastors? Leslie Scanlon talks with the Presbyterian Foundation, the Board of Pensions and the Association of Theological Schools for this analysis. The Word of God as the world of God Often, readers of the Bible are looking for answers, but rather they should look for a world in the Bible, the world of God. Learning the Bible together Baltimore Presbytery transforms through an experiment in biblical literacy. Reformed inclusion Simple acts of inclusion and kindness can go a long way and opens the door for us to follow Jesus’ encouragement to love your neighbor as … [Read more...]

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Confirmation – September 4, 2017

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Education and nurture starts in the church well before students enter confirmation. This issue highlights articles that stress the importance of congregational involvement in the lives of confirmation students from an early age and to continue that instructive formation throughout the lives of worshippers. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. Congregations and confirmations together Rebecca Kirkpatrick and Rachel Pedersen offer suggestions for inviting the congregation to play an active role in shaping the church’s newest members. Readying children for confirmation Phyllis Beattie shares why the whole congregation must make time and take responsibility to raise up the church’s kids. Recommitting to adult Christian formation Ronald Byars makes the case for reprioritizing catechesis in the life of the church. Coming of age in African churches Carlton Johnson explains the idea of “being filled” as congregations walk with … [Read more...]

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Faith and healing – July 31, 2017

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Jesus' ministry is marked by miracles of healing and he explicitly sends his disciples into the world to continue his ministry. Do Presbyterians take the healing aspect of his mandate seriously? Does healing always equal a cure or is healing more akin to wholeness and shalom? Read on as this issue grapples with the complex questions around the relationship between faith and healing. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. Holistic healing Judy Thompson shares stories of how Presbyterians employ faith, prayer and lament in pursuit of healing. How we die Ann Conklin writes about relinquishing a fear of death and embracing a baptismal identity. Finding miracles Here’s the personal story of how faith helped one Presbyterian cope with cancer. A psalm for a Stephen Minister by Michael Slayter Church stories Joseph Small identifies the types of stories Presbyterians tell about themselves and the deeper truths these stories reveal. Seasons of … [Read more...]

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Korean Presbyterians – July 10, 2017

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The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has deep ties to Korea and continues to be shaped by Korean-American Presbyterians. The Presbyterian Historical Society shares the history of Presbyterian mission efforts and their lasting impact. We also explore in this issue a few of the many facets of the contemporary Korean-American Presbyterian experience. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. A history of Presbyterian mission in Korea The Presbyterian Historical Society shares an overview of their Korea mission collections. The sisterhood of Presbyterian Korean-American Clergywomen Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Mihee Kim-Kort explain how this group has provided support, mentoring and encouragement for their ministry. The trip to the mother motherland The PC(USA) and Presbyterian Church of Korea are partnering to provide opportunities for Korean-American college students to visit Korea. Understanding Korean-American churches Sanghyun James Lee explores some of … [Read more...]

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Midway to GA – June 19, 2017

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This issue of the Outlook takes a look at what’s happened since Portland and what may be ahead in St. Louis. Learn the fate of the amendments that came out of the 222nd General Assembly and get up to date on the work of the Way Forward Commission. Hear a word from our denominational leaders, co-moderators Denise Anderson and Jan Edmiston and the new stated clerk, J. Herbert Nelson. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. Co-moderator reflections Denise Anderson and Jan Edmiston share what they are seeing in the PC(USA). Amendments roundup Steve Salyards explains some of the changes the approved constitutional amendments will bring. 1001 New Worshipping Communities Leslie Scanlon tells the story of three new PC(USA) fellowships. Welcoming the stranger to the table The Table, one of the 1001 NWC, is a community of doubters and disciples in Wyoming. Even at the risk of losing its life Nancy Dolan tells how resurrection is found even in the … [Read more...]

Cancer – May 29, 2017

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Heath Rada opens his article in this issue asking, “Is there any other word in our language that causes the same emotional reaction as does the word cancer?” The Outlook asked pastors, congregations and chaplains how they are caring for those in the emotional throes of cancer. What resulted is an issue of personal stories and glimpses at how Presbyterians sharing Christ’s love so that no one has to face cancer alone. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. CanCare Congregations offer support to those with cancer. Leslie Scanlon reports. How can we help? Pastor Julie Coffman Hester shares best practices for congregations as they care for those with cancer. Cancer: A personal story Heath Rada shares his family’s experience and cancer and what they learned about helping others. Hearing every word Andrew Taylor-Troutman explains how narrative medicine offers tools to pastors and oncologists. Cancer doesn’t discriminate As a pediatric oncology … [Read more...]

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