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.
In the fight for racial justice, some White pastors spoke boldly and paid the price. Others chose silence. Their choices shaped the church. Their scars tell the story, writes William Yoo.
Silence sustains oppression, writes Teri McDowell Ott. What will we contribute to freedom’s call?
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 each issue of the Outlook, we include a discussion guide to further reflect on the issue. We recommend using this guide in your Bible study, small group or book club. It's our invitation into a faithful conversation.
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?
"Lord, help us be the people your grace thinks we are." — Rebecca Messman
Bethany Peerbolte shares how her TikTok, YouTube and Instagram ministry uses art to provide lessons and comfort, and that art comes in many forms.
Three oppositional Presbyterian parties in Pakistan united recently, settling their differences and ending several years of hostility.
What if there's also a rhythmic circle, giving a never-ending space for the dance of proclamation, advocacy and creativity? Jack Miller writes.
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.
All of this full and good life was funded by an unapologetic conviction about the mercy of God at work in the gospel of Jesus Christ. — Beverly Roberts Gaventa
Ruth stayed. Orpah left. Both were blessed. Choosing the right ending requires courage, faith and grace, writes Katy Shevel.
A poem by Amy Cerniglia.
By the power of the Holy Spirit, our hearts are joined in one holy unity. — Jennifer Frayer Griggs
Considering the contextual nature of theology, the writer opens up reflections on who Jesus Christis for different people. — Rachel Baard
"Your life, your words, your actions speak of your beliefs and profess your faith. Your medium is whatever blank canvas God unfurls for you to share the good news," writes Teri McDowell Ott.
The restoration of an antique baptismal font teaches Alan Olson, and his congregation, a lesson about Christ's grace.
A poem commemorating the life of President Jimmy Carter by Paul Hooker.
A poignant reflection on identity, inheritance, and love, exploring the emotions of cherishing a parent's enduring legacy. — Rodney Sadler Jr.
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