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Advent devotions — 2020 (Year B)

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Advent time: Devotions for the congregation Are you looking for theologically sound, inspiring and affordable Advent devotions for the congregation? The Presbyterian Outlook is once again offering accessible and inspiring daily devotions for Advent written by editor Jill Duffield. This year the focus is on the time of Advent for the church. Buy 4 weeks of Advent devotions: $20 About these devotions:   We hear often these days that we are living through unprecedented times. Our experience of time has been altered in recent months. Our routines and rhythms, milestones and rituals, are upended. As we enter the liturgical season of Advent, when we are to eagerly prepare for the birth of Jesus Christ and also anticipate his return, how will we mark this time? What will we do to be good stewards of our time?   We will explore being aware of God's presence in the moment even as we anticipate Jesus' incarnation. These devotions will seek to help us recognize … [Read more...]

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General Assembly bulletin inserts – GA224 in 2020

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What's coming to the 2020 General Assembly?  How will you explain the actions of GA to the congregation? The 224th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) meeting in June 2020 is shaping up to be an assembly like no other.  For the first time, GA will be held virtually. This year's assembly will consider critical business and elect a new team of moderators (co-moderators or moderator/vice moderator). Help your congregation know what's coming to GA and give your church members a fast, accurate and fair account of what happened after the votes are taken. We know many congregations are facing unprecedented financial challenges this year.  So, we are offering our balanced, trusted GA bulletin inserts for a special price.  You will receive both the pre-GA and post-GA inserts for the price of one in a full-color, easy to read format that you can easily email to all members of the congregation. Only $20 for congregations of less than 200 members and $30.00 for … [Read more...]

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Lenten devotions — Year A (2020)

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Are you looking for theologically sound, inspiring and affordable Lenten devotions for the congregation? 5 weeks of Lenten devotions plus bonus prayers for Holy Week — $19.99 Letting go and holding on The liturgical season of Lent invites us to refocus on God as we prayerfully examine our priorities, actions, thoughts and expectations. Often, we give something up for Lent as a way of reminding us daily of Jesus’ sacrifice. We might also take on additional spiritual practices or acts of service so as to follow Jesus more closely. These devotions invite you to both let go and hold on. Each week offers you the opportunity to let go of that which distracts from discerning God’s presence and instead hold on to that which God promises. Week 1 asks us to let go of that which separates us and hold on to communion with God and others, trusting God’s promise to never leave us. Week 2 calls us to set aside empty words and hold on to God’s wisdom, knowing that God promises to give … [Read more...]

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Advent devotions — Year A (2019)

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Purple-church Advent: Devotions for the congregation Are you looking for theologically sound, inspiring and affordable Advent devotions for the congregation? The Presbyterian Outlook is once again offering accessible and inspiring daily devotions for Advent. This year the focus is on the purple of Advent for the church. Buy 4 weeks of Advent devotions and download now: $19.99 About these devotions: In recent years the color purple has been used as a short-hand way to describe a place or institution that is a mix of people with left- and right-leaning politics. The phrase “purple church” denotes caution: Be careful in preaching and teaching, in small group discussions and fellowship hour conversation because we are a “purple church.” Opinions vary and tensions are high, so tread lightly. But what if instead we in the church stopped adopting the language of politics and instead intentionally used the language of our faith? What if, for us, purple equaled preparation, praise, … [Read more...]

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Lenten devotions — Year B (2018)

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Are you looking for theologically sound, inspiring and affordable Lenten devotions for the congregation? 5 weeks of Lenten devotions plus bonus prayers for Holy Week — $19.99 Lent provides the liturgical occasion for self-examination, prayer, Bible study and intentional reflection on discipleship. Often, congregations have the desire to mark a “holy Lent” but not the tools. You want to pray daily or read the Bible more frequently or try a new spiritual practice, but doing so is a challenge in an already very full life. The Presbyterian Outlook has created theologically sound, accessible and user-friendly Lenten devotions for congregations written by editor Jill Duffield. Each week starts with a brief reflection on a theme followed by a Bible reading, a suggested practice and a prayer for each day of the week. These can be printed in the quantity needed for the congregation and inserted in the weekly worship bulletin for worshippers to take home and use throughout the … [Read more...]

Advent devotions – Year B (2017)

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Are you looking for theologically sound, inspiring and affordable Advent devotions for the congregation? This year, for the first time, the Presbyterian Outlook is offering just that. Download the PDF, print as many as you need and insert them into your weekly worship bulletin. Written by Outlook editor Jill Duffield, each week includes a reflection, daily Scripture readings, suggestions for living out the Bible reading and a short prayer for each day. We hope these devotionals enhance your Advent preparations as you get ready for the coming of Jesus Christ. Your purchase includes a bulletin-insert sized PDF (prints on a half-page regular sheet of paper) and a large-print version.  You have permission to print as many copies as needed for your use. Buy 4 weeks of Advent devotions and download now: $19.99 Preview the first week: Advent devotion week 1 preview Here's what pastors are saying about the Outlook Advent devotions: With Scripture, reflection, and daily … [Read more...]

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