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Reading banned books: Bridge to Terabithia
Pastor and writer Kathleen Long Bostrom reflects on the lessons Bridge to Terabithia contains for her life and the recent call to ban it. Can we build a bridge to understanding, she wonders?
I was riveted and troubled by the queen’s state funeral
Jay Blossom appreciates theologians like William Willimon and Stanley Hauerwas who argue against state religion and Christian nationalism. And yet, something deeply moved him about Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral on Monday.
Reading banned books: Sula
In honor of Banned Books Week, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary alum Luke Hillier reflects on Toni Morrison’s Sula, sharing the lessons the book taught him as a 17-year-old and teaches him today.
Delaware pastor with a social work background keynotes National Faith Day event for the National Alliance on Mental Illness
The Rev. Brooke A. Scott, pastor of Church on Main in Middletown, discusses how care provided by mental health providers and churches can both prove helpful.
Investing faithfully: Planting seeds of change
Amy Butler details the formation of Invested Faith, a donor-advised fund (DAF) that directs proceeds from closing church and faith institutions to enterprises started by faith-rooted social entrepreneurs.
Spiritual practices for the weary heart
While wrestling with depression and a lack of clarity in her faith, Rev. Molly Smerko asks a friend, “How did you get unstuck?”. The resulting year of exploring spiritual practices has grounded her in a new way.
New directions and new work for PC(USA) in fight against climate change
Outlook reporter Leslie Scanlon speaks with Janette Plunkett, a recent overture advocate for the Environmental Justice Committee, about the next steps for the denomination after a historic GA.
Biden includes faith leaders in summit’s charge to ‘rise together against hate’
In the audience were survivors and family members of those lost to violence at houses of worship and other scenes of hate crimes.
Little churches still matter, says Martha’s Vineyard pastor of church that took in migrants
Houses of worship on Martha's Vineyard have long worked together to meet the needs of their neighbors. So they were ready to spring into action when refugees arrived unexpectedly.
Order of worship — September 25, 2022
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Welcoming the outsider in — Weekly Christian ed lesson
A Christian ed lesson for children on Luke 16:19-31.
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost — September 25, 2022
Rev. Dr. Baron Mullis wonders about the meaning of the chasm between Abraham and the rich man in Luke 16. Perhaps it does not represent condemnation but the difference between cheap grace and God's infinite grace.
Opinion: The spiritual implications of imperial succession
What is the hope in this moment of transition?
How St. Louis churches are revealing the disparities in the air we breathe
Congregations in St. Louis are working with local scientists to monitor the air quality in communities affected by industrial pollution.
Fuller Theological Seminary names first Black president
David Emmanuel Goatley, an associate dean at Duke Divinity School, will replace Mark Labberton, who announced he was stepping down from the Pasadena, California, seminary last year.
Presbyterian Peace Fellowship explores the path ahead following General Assembly
Online event looks at cash bail, the climate crisis, gun violence, Peace Churches and more.
Jackson water crisis brings frustration
Presbyterians, including Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, reach out to help.
Being Matthew 25 explores innovative ways Denver-area churches are helping their neighbors into housing
It can be as simple as allowing overnight parking in the church parking lot, or as complicated as taking on city hall.
A new season for church ministry
"What is the future of our congregation? Where is the Holy Spirit leading us?"
Seeing those who are rendered invisible
"Faces change but exploitative systems remain the same."
Pushed online in pandemic, women of color find safe spaces for faith and healing
‘There’s really no space in the nonprofit world, racial justice world or the ministry world that is just for women of color.’
Presbyterian Mission Agency’s Associate Director of Advocacy joins thousands at the White House to celebrate the Inflation Reduction Act
Tuesday’s gathering on the South Lawn featured a speech by President Joe Biden and songs by James Taylor.
Bail Project still basks in success of the 225th General Assembly
Louisville chapter is hopeful as it seeks to help those in jail awaiting trial.
What is the World Council of Churches and why does it matter?
Neal D. Presa, a teaching elder of the Presbytery of San Diego and a delegate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to the 11th Assembly of the World Council of Churches, shares his thoughts.
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