Church moving forward post pandemic
J. Herbert Nelson looks at how the PC(USA) should minister in a changing world.
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The Board of Pensions appoints Rev. Dr. Jerry L. Cannon as Vice President, Ministry Innovation
The appointment of Dr. Cannon, most recently Pastor and Head of Staff at C.N. Jenkins Memorial Presbyterian Church, one of the largest Black congregations in the PC(USA), strengthens the agency’s commitment to serve more and serve better in support of a changing Church.
Beatitudes for a Queerer Church
A poem by Jay Hulme.
Anxiety and education: “This moment does not define you”
College chaplain Maggie Alsup reflects on how her anxiety followed her throughout her education and the kindness of certain teachers that granted her perspective.
On sacraments and rites
Newly-ordained Molly Smerko reflects on the week shortly after her ordination that included presiding at a wedding, the Lord’s Table and a funeral.
Debates about migration have never been simple – just look at the Hebrew Bible
The Bible is full of stories about migrants. That doesn’t mean it has a simple takeaway message about them.
Religion is shaping Brazil’s presidential election – but its evangelicals aren’t the same as America’s
With one week to go before Brazil’s presidential election, the two front-runners are battling for the religious vote.
Scapegoats: The Gospel Through the Eyes of Victims
Hardy Kim reviews Jennifer Garcia Bashaw's latest book.
Listening and learning
"As the articles in this issue reflect, our LGBTQIA+ siblings are not so 'other.' They are our family members, church members, co-workers and friends who are loved by the God who created them."
How should presbyteries support new worshipping communities?
Union Presbyterian Seminary Doctor of Ministry student David Bonnema explores best practices for planting and funding new worshipping communities.
Presbyterian churches urged to pray for peace on the Korean Peninsula
Signatures are also being gathered as part of a campaign to sway world leaders.
Judge not — Weekly Christian ed lesson
A Christian ed lesson for children on Luke 17:5-10.
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost — October 2, 2022
What does the family of faith do after it has eaten together at the table where Christ stands as host?
Order of worship — October 2, 2022
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
A hymn-prayer for after hurricanes, typhoons and cyclones
Permission is given for free use of this hymn, including in online worship services, to support relief efforts.
A prayer for World Communion Sunday
The first Sunday in October is designated as World Communion Sunday. Recognized by the PC(USA) as well as other denominations, it celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our siblings around the world.
Horizons — Celebrating Sabbath — Sabbath and Sunday
Lesson 3 of the 2022-2023 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
Reimagining change in the PC(USA) and the world: We get to do this
On the final day of its Sept. 21-23 hybrid meeting, the Committee on the Office of the General Assembly (COGA) spent some time talking about unifying the Presbyterian Mission Agency (PMA) and the Office of the General Assembly (OGA).
How to Be a Patriotic Christian: Love of Country as Love of Neighbor
Amy Pagliarella reviews Richard J. Mouw's new book.
A prayer for beauty, truth and goodness
Karie Charlton shares the short prayer that buoyed her spirits as a music teacher at a Catholic school and continues to shape her today.
Reinventing the General Assembly again: Committee discusses possibilities for 2024
The Committee on the Office of the General Assembly (COGA) is considering some options for how to structure the schedule for the 2024 General Assembly.
The Rev. Rachel Penmore, who leads UKirk campus ministry at the University of Tennessee, discusses the work of nurturing young adults
(PNS) — The pandemic taught the Rev. Rachel Penmore to pay closer attention to “the smaller pieces” of campus ministry. “What makes..
Economics is about more than money, math and markets: A Christian argument for climate justice
Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty makes a Christian argument for climate justice.
Adaptive Church: Collaboration and Community in a Changing World
Brian Louis reviews Dustin D. Benac's new book.
Five tips for creating inclusive spaces
The Rev. Shanea Leonard offers some suggestions to make your congregation a welcoming place for people of all genders.
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