Bearing witness
In the face of death, chaplaincy intern Ashley Brown learns the gift of bearing witness.
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Visio divina for Holy Week
We invite you to prayerfully reflect on the incarnation with a piece of original artwork by Sarah Scoggin.
Bodies and belonging: The call of the moment
How do we move toward one another, asks Erin Weber-Johnson, after times of isolation and fear?
The sparkle and shimmer
A child in cowgirl boots heralds the coming of Easter for Andrew Taylor-Troutman.
Participating in Holy Week
Before we hear the stories of all “they” did to Jesus, we might stop and look at ourselves this Holy Week. That is what Lent calls for, isn’t it? — John Cleghorn
Faith leaders and religious groups voice opposition to Biden’s plan to restrict asylum
The new rules mirror restrictions set forth by the Trump administration that were eventually blocked in court by migrant activist groups.
Easter season vocabulary words: Resurrection
In this children's message, Sara Pantazes explores how resurrection is something that we all experience.
Gone fishing (April 16, 2023)
A lesson for April 16, 2023, about disappointment and restoration.
Order of worship — April 16, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Believing the impossible — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will explore the disciples' first encounter with the risen Lord and will consider how their faith allows them to continue to believe in hope and love even when things are difficult.
Second Sunday of Easter — April 16, 2023
Jesus is patient with “doubting Thomas.” Maybe we should be too, writes Editor Teri McDowell Ott.
Review of Dave Matthews Band’s “Madman’s Eyes”
Historian, pastor and musician Raymond R. Roberts reviews Dave Matthews Band's latest single and considers the church's approach to violence.
Nobody can ‘politicize’ the tragedy in Nashville. It’s already political.
Like all mass shootings in America, it emerged fully politicized, enabled and abetted by our politicians in power, opines Tyler Huckabee.
An Easter mealtime prayer
Brendan McLean offers a prayer that can be used alongside an Easter meal shared with friends and family.
Enduring the shadow: Pastoral identity on Trans Day of Visibility
When we embrace visibility and vulnerability, we can find a God-given sense of belonging in the make-up aisle, at a civil protest, and – if we allow it – in the church, writes trans woman and pastor Lucinda Isaacs.
Carl Lentz, in first staff position since Hillsong, joins Transformation Church in Tulsa
‘We gladly welcome Carl Lentz to our Transformation Church staff, helping TC with strategy as we continue to move forward in our vast vision,’ said one pastor of the predominantly Black megachurch.
Spiritual Care: The Everyday Work of Chaplains
"By letting chaplains tell their stories, Cadge allows readers to understand their motivations, individual approaches and perceptions of the significance of their service."
Who knows
Barbara Wood Gray on opening the gate of the heart.
Weeping in Nashville
A Nashville pastor contemplates the ‘why?’ of this week’s shooting.
Belonging
Eric Barreto interviews Willie James Jennings on what it means to belong.
Why you should study the rural church
When Phillip Blackburn began as the director of the University of the Ozarks’ Thriving in Rural Ministry Program, he expected to serve small, dying churches. Instead, he has found livelihood and wisdom.
A prayer responding to the Nashville Covenant School shooting
Editor Teri McDowell Ott offers a lament in the style of Psalm 13.
A whiff of home
What does belonging feel like? Teri McDowell Ott ponders this as she introduces the April issue of Presbyterian Outlook.
Public theologian Yolanda Pierce named next dean of Vanderbilt Divinity School
‘I look forward to building on the strong foundation that Emilie Townes and others have established to form this treasured community,’ Pierce said.
Amid crisis and political feuds, hope abounds in East Palestine
‘We have this chance to build something new,’ said the Rev. Fritz Nelson, pastor of First United Presbyterian Church in East Palestine.
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