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Civil rights – November 13, 2017

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This issue takes a look at specific ways some Presbyterians were involved in the civil rights movement. Their stories shape the narrative of where the church has been and where it is going. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. IN THIS ISSUE: American racism Sterling Morse calls for a righteous reset and shares how the PC(USA) is working toward racial healing. Expecting civil rights James Foster Reese shares personal stories of cultivating civil rights as a pastor in the south. Standing in the gap Jack Shuler recounts the story of two southern pastors in 1968 and the legacy of change they helped usher into their community. The Confession of 1967 Earl S. Johnson Jr. reflects on the relevance of the confession on the 50th anniversary of its approval. Mediation session PC(USA) mid council leaders heard a report on the WCRC-led mediation between ECO and PC(USA). Leslie Scanlon reports. All Agency Review The committee is getting more … [Read more...]

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Young adults – October 23, 2017

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Who is shaping Presbyterian collegiate ministry? How are dialogues about vocation formed? What influences the faith of young adults? This issue of the Outlook explores how the church is serving and being served by young adults. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. IN THIS ISSUE: Revisiting college ministry Presbyterian collegiate ministry is ­­_______. ­­­­Jason Brian Santos fills in the blanks. Confessions of a grown-up “church kid” A recent college graduate shares four things she’s learned from visiting churches. Created for a purpose A teenager shares how family, church and service shaped his faith. Crossing Jordan Here’s how one congregation will celebrate the 500th anniversary for the Reformation. General Assembly in St. Louis Are the 1866 assemblies speaking to the 2018 GA? Way Forward Commission identifies areas to investigate in-depth OGA floats idea of a budget increase Presbyterian Mission Agency Board fall … [Read more...]

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Faith & science – October 9, 2017

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Is there a “conflict” between faith and science? Does faith illuminate scientific discoveries? In this issue, a geologist, pastor, neuroscientist, seminary professor and healthcare ethicist share perspectives on the critical overlap of faith and science. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. IN THIS ISSUE: Science, faith and the wonder of it all Christian faith demands a deep appreciation of science, says William Brown. Here, he explores the overlap of science, art and faith. The believing scientist Is it possible for scientists to sustain the concept of a Creator God? And if so, how do they do so in light of arguments of colleagues who maintain that it is not necessary to believe in God to explain reality and the origin of the universe? Repentance How does neuroscience inform an essential tenet of the Christian faith? Living covenantally and sustainably A geologist explains why it’s important to see the relationship with God, land and … [Read more...]

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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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