The Presbyterian Outreach Foundation in Franklin, Tennessee, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. They’ve distributed more than $125 million to more than 50 global partners in 37 countries. They work to build the capacity of global church partners, send and support mission workers, care for vulnerable children and transform lives through mission involvement. … [Read more...]

The Presbytery of Yukon and Gambell Presbyterian Church in Gambell, Alaska, held a dedication ceremony for a long-awaited church building and a community center. Years ago they expressed concern they would never have a building. They were encouraged by church leaders who believed in them and they worked long and hard to reach their goal. The celebration included worship and an open house with the community. … [Read more...]

Recently a Presbyterian woman from Houston showed up in a church several hundred miles away for the confirmation of her godchild. One of her friends asked, “Doesn’t it cost a lot for you when you have so many godchildren?” She answered: “No. I don’t give them money or presents, I give them me. I call them once a week. I send cards and notes. I listen to them and sometimes offer advice. I expect them to care and to respond.” … [Read more...]

The One Great Hour of Sharing offering usually taken up around Easter is a huge success as a special offering. This year the needs from natural disasters have been heavy and Presbyterians are usually among the first to help and remain the longest. This offering is 70 years old. … [Read more...]

A lot of Presbyterian churches honor graduates each year. Trinity Church in Topeka, Kansas, does a great job. On Graduate Sunday they honor the graduates of eighth grade, high school and college. A card basket is available to leave greetings for the graduates. Graduates and their families then stay for a special meal. … [Read more...]

The Presbyterian Church has worked over 150 years in Egypt. Today, the church works through mission personnel, young adult volunteers and partner church relationships with the Synod of the Nile and the Evangelical Church of Egypt. … [Read more...]