An ode to diverse joy
Based on Psalm 100, this free hymn can be sung to the tune of "Ode to Joy" and celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
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Books briefly noted: For the church
Three recent books focused on our life together in the church.
Solstice
A poem for December 21 by Scott Barton.
What do the lonely do at Christmas?
Now, more than ever, people are becoming comfortable sharing their grief and longing during the holidays.
Eight things that will surprise you about Hanukkah
Great truths about Hanukkah. One for each night. (As for the 'right' way to spell it, you're on your own.)
William Barber launches new center at Yale, will retire from church
The Rev. William Barber said the center's goal is to 'prepare a new generation' to create 'a just society both in the academy and in the streets.'
Threat and promise, problem and possibility: The changing landscape in theological education
Envisioning new and creative possibilities for seminaries with Columbia Theological Seminary’s new president, Victor Aloyo.
Co-Moderators of the PC(USA)’s 225th General Assembly share their work and their hearts
The Rev. Shavon Starling-Louis and the Rev. Ruth Faith Santana-Grace are the final guests for 2022 on ‘Leading Theologically.’
A word from the Stated Clerk
J. Herbert Nelson offers Christmas encouragement.
Determined to rebuild, First Presbyterian Church of Mayfield reflects on a year of lessons from a December 2021 tornado
Western Kentucky church finds ways to bless others while working and planning together.
At-home Christmas liturgy
Here is a tool to invite the holy into the day.
Order of worship — December 25, 2022
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Playing with the Christmas story — Weekly Christian ed lesson
Here are a few fun, engaging activities that families can do at home or churches can implement on Christmas morning.
Christmas Day — December 25, 2022
Teri McDowell Ott pushes against the narrative of scarcity that is conveyed by the grumpy innkeeper in the Western church’s telling of the nativity.
When History Repeats Itself
A poem on Luke 2:1–20 by Scott Barton.
Making my kids go to church on Christmas morning
Pastor/parents are faced with a conundrum this year: do they force (or strongly encourage) their children to go to Sunday worship on Christmas? Andrew Taylor Troutman has decided yes, and here’s why.
New Unification Commission begins the work of “rebuilding boldly” the structure of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
At its first meeting, the commission talks about tasks and timelines at its first meeting.
Lilly Endowment Inc. awards $1 million grant to NEXT Church
The grant will help establish NEXT Church’s Preaching for Change Project.
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary awarded $1 million grant to help reimagine youth ministry
Lilly Endowment Inc. grant will help young people use art to express their experiences and encounters with God.
Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto
The “nap bishop,” as Hersey is known, insists that economic systems trick us into believing we are only worth as much as we produce, and the church is not exempt.
Thinking theologically for the renewal of the church
In this issue of the Outlook, we explore the changing landscape of theological education — both challenges and opportunities.
Hope is…
Rebecca Gresham defines hope by looking at the world around her.
Decision made: No traditional exhibit hall at 2024 General Assembly
Church leaders are looking for new ways to foster connection and networking at the assembly.
Stated Clerk issues Call to Prayer for the people of South Sudan
Thousands are dead in the conflict between Shilluk and Nuer peoples.
In time for Christmas, Presbyterians help forgive $13.3 million in medical debt across the Midwest
Churches in the Synod of Mid-America share their stories of caring for their low-income neighbors.
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