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Faith and healing – July 31, 2017

July 24, 2017 by The Presbyterian Outlook Leave a Comment

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

July 3, 2017 by The Presbyterian Outlook 1 Comment

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

June 12, 2017 by The Presbyterian Outlook Leave a Comment

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

May 22, 2017 by The Presbyterian Outlook 1 Comment

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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Theology of technology – May 8, 2017

May 1, 2017 by The Presbyterian Outlook 1 Comment

What would Jesus tweet? Exploring the theology of technology There is no question that technology pervades modern life. Communication is immediate and global. Boundaries between real and virtual presence are increasingly harder to distinguish. The speed of technological change is unprecedented. Given this context, how can Christian communities think theologically about technology? This issue of the Outlook explores that question. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. Sabbath in the digital age Sabbath practice allows Christians to witness to their trust in God, not in the self or technological devices. Cultivating the gospel in social media Two pastors consider how best to meet young people on the platforms where they spend of their lives. Mystic media How do Christians make faithful sense amidst the racket and discord of digital media? Technology through theological lenses Jacques Ellul and Thomas Merton shared similar ideas regarding … [Read more...]

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Global church – April 17, 2017

April 10, 2017 by The Presbyterian Outlook Leave a Comment

The expansiveness of God’s mission is evident – from the promise to Abraham that he will be the father of a multitude of nations, to Jesus’ mandate to make disciples of all nations, to the coming of the Holy Spirit in the presence of every nation. This issue of the Outlook offers glimpses of the boundary-crossing work of the Triune God. Click here to view the digital issue in the Uberflip magazine reader. A home in a new land Leslie Scanlon shares the stories of Presbyterian immigrant fellowships where challenges and joys abound. Presbyterian World Mission celebrates 180 years A brief history of Presbyterian mission shows how the approach has changed, but God’s mission is constant. South Sudan Education is central to PC(USA) mission in South Sudan, says Leisa Wagstaff. Congo The church is an instrument to mend children’s wounds of trauma, tells Christi Boyd. Russia Congregational partnerships support churches in Russia and the U.S., according to Ellen … [Read more...]

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