Ruth Brown, a Presbyterian mission worker, has a new position in Zimbabwe. She is an adviser to a committee that the synod named Chikondano, which means “love.” One of its tasks is to reduce HIV and AIDS and to improve conditions for widows and orphans. … [Read more...]

The Presbyterian Church of the Suislaw in Florence, Oregon, observes the holidays. But once a month they keep things from getting dull by throwing in a new one. On “Brother and Sister Day” congregation members are encouraged to call a sibling and do something together or just talk long distance. They also observe “Skip the Diet Day.” This church apparently has a lot of fun, and they are growing. … [Read more...]

Pan American Presbyterian School in Kingsville, Texas, educates many students from Mexico including children of very low-paid Presbyterian preachers. One youth, Joshua Karangwa, is a successful high school senior and planning to go to college. He says: “I have grown closer to God here. Come visit our campus. You’ll never know how much you’re helping until you meet us.” … [Read more...]

The Presbyterian Frontier Fellowship has Bible schools in refugee camps in neighboring countries to South Sudan. Many are fleeing from that country to nearby areas where they can receive U.N. food and shelter and relative safety. It also brings unreached people into contact with followers of Jesus. … [Read more...]

Gary and Marlene Van Brocklin, serving as mission co-workers in Pakistan, report gratitude for Mountain View Presbyterian Church in Maryville, Washington. The congregation welcomed immigrating families from the Presbyterian Church of Pakistan several years ago and helped them become a part of their congregation. As more Pakistanis arrive, the church provides an Urdu-speaking service on Sunday afternoons. … [Read more...]

The Presbyterian-related Waynesburg University in Pennsylvania was recently named a national “College of Distinction” for the third consecutive year in recognition for its educational practices. The university requires that all students are active in community activities as well as academics to receive a degree.  … [Read more...]