Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost — October 9, 2022
What does it mean to live well?
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Embracing the ministry and justice work ahead
On the final day of the Presbyterian Mission Agency Board meeting, those present were reminded to claim their purpose. The time has come to act.
A prayer responding to Hurricane Ian
"We pray to you, God, because Psalm 91 reminds us that those who live in the shelter of the Almighty can take refuge."
“Increase Our Faith!” They Said
A poem by Scott Barton responding to Lamentations 1:1–6; 3:19–26 and Luke 17:5–10.
As a country we’re in need of healing. Here’s how Shabbat can help.
In an op-ed, Aliza Kline argues that the ancient Jewish ritual of Shabbat, especially Friday night dinners, can help young adults navigate the obstacles to well-being.
The Rev. Dr. José Irizarry, the new president of Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, discusses how to start well
It helps to have an architect’s view of the existing landscape, Irizarry says on ‘Leading Theologically.’
Podcast review: “We Can Do Hard Things”
“Each week we will bring our hard to you and we will ask you to bring your hard to us and we will do what we were all meant to do down here: help each other carry the hard so we can all live a little bit lighter and braver, more free and less alone.”
A gift economy: Church beyond supply and demand
How can U.S. churches think beyond capitalistic motivations when they are so entrenched in society? Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Professor Scott Hagley points to the Eucharist as a starting point for our collective imagination.
The long history of slavery and racism in the Presbyterian church
Those present at the Presbyterian Mission Agency Board meeting on Sept. 29 processed the denomination's history and how the roots of racism are present today. The consensus: change is essential — “Our children are watching us.”
Poor People’s Campaign asks Congress to vote on wages, voting rights before midterms
The letters were the latest plea for policy change by the movement modeled after the original Poor People’s Campaign started by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Survey: Confederate memorials still divide Americans and religion is a big predictor
Majorities of Protestants, Catholics and Mormons support efforts to preserve Confederate monuments and memorials, a PRRI survey finds.
Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighting Manual for Teens
Talia Scott reviews Luvvie Ayayi Jones' new book.
Lifelong learning
As Eliza Jaremko sends her eldest daughter off to kindergarten, she reflects that learning never stops — the church is proof of that.
Next steps for the Presbyterian Mission Agency will involve challenging, sometimes confrontational, gospel work
“We have to think that we can do something with God,” said Diane Moffett, PMA’s president and executive director. “We have to believe we can create a better world.”
Presbyterian Hunger Program approves more than $1.2 million in grants
U.S. and international partners will benefit from Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) generosity.
Church moving forward post pandemic
J. Herbert Nelson looks at how the PC(USA) should minister in a changing world.
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.
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