Holding on
A gripping recount of Melanie Spencer's father's passing, his life, and a poem he gave her with his last words of wisdom.
A few months ago, Presbyterian Outlook Editor/Publisher Teri Ott sent the staff a fun online quiz: What’s your favorite book type? The shared results spoke to a mutual love of language and words.
Language is partially how creation came into being: God “said.” And then God provided a big, beautiful book for us to learn about that creation and God’s steadfast love.
What words speak their power into your life? Hopefully, your summer will allow you time to slow down, embrace the joy of God’s creation and settle in with the books of your choice.
A gripping recount of Melanie Spencer's father's passing, his life, and a poem he gave her with his last words of wisdom.
[The Nine Asks] serves as a great tool for personal growth and development. — Sarah S. Scherschligt
Amy Pagliarella recommends a list of books that explore theological insight, spiritual practices, or faith-in-action in personal and communal life.
Amy Pagliarella recommends a list of books reflecting on societal structures, history and collective responsibility.
Amy Pagliarella offers a list of memoirs and novels that grapple with suffering, memory, and personal transformation.
"Black Elegies" attempts to make visible the seen and unseen registers of grief in those marked by the transatlantic slave trade. — Jordan Burton
Three new children’s books explore big faith questions with beauty, joy, and hope — from Miriam’s dancing to a magical lunchbox and what the Bible really is.
In "[...]," a Palestinian American author dedicates his poems to “the relatable and unrelatable, the translatable and untranslatable Palestinian flesh.” Andrew Taylor-Troutman offers a review.
"McPherson was a remarkable female American religious leader when that description fit few others, making her story relevant to Christians today." — Bill Tammeus
"One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This" calls preachers and other church leaders to pay attention, show up, and work toward a renewed moral compass in our country and culture. — Amy Pagliarella
If Christianity is to survive, it must be willing to let some things die, writes Tamice Spencer-Helms.
Language lessons spark a friendship rooted in faith. Don Griggs and his friend José read the Bible, share traditions, grieve, celebrate — and witness God’s grace.
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.
Dartinia Hull reflects on the lasting power of words to awaken truth, dignity and freedom.
Oftentimes, we read but do not act. How can we leverage our positions to thoughtfully expose injustice and protect the vulnerable, asks Teri McDowell Ott?
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