Books briefly noted: Something for each age
Outlook Book Review Editor Amy Pagliarella suggests some must-read, books for all ages.
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Celebrating the 1,000th Matthew 25 congregation
Spreading the vision of Matthew 25 across the Church
First Presbyterian Church — Columbus, Indiana
Felipe Martínez, the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Columbus, Indiana, shares how the Spirit is moving in their congregation.
The digital expansion of the Spirit
Julie Raffety, who pastors a smaller church, marvels at how the Spirit is doing a new thing at their church through technology.
Books briefly noted: Black Lit & Black lives
Outlook Book Review Editor Amy Pagliarella suggests some must-read, modern books about Black Lit & Black lives.
The Board of Pensions appoints Vivian D. Wesson as Executive Vice President and General Counsel
Legal executive to help advance the organization’s growth efforts
Why I’m Presbyterian: It’s the questions
Rev. Rebecca Gresham-Kesner’s questions brought her to the PC(USA), and the space allowed for her continued questions is why she stays.
The power of naming
Matthew Skolnik reflects how, as a church, we need to harness the power of naming our struggles honestly and openly. What would happen if we named the death of Christendom?
Books briefly noted: COVID fiction
Outlook Book Review Editor Amy Pagliarella suggests some must-read, modern books about COVID fiction.
Podcast review: “Harry Potter and the Sacred Text”
"Reading fiction doesn't help us escape the world, it helps us live in it."
Stated Clerk shares letter to church on GA decision regarding Israel-Palestine
J. Herbert Nelson affirms commitment to combat antisemitism.
The Loneliness Epidemic: Why So Many of Us Feel Alone — and How Leaders Can Respond
Diana Rubi reviews Susan Mettes' new book.
What is the future of Columbia Theological Seminary?
Using the seminary's digital archives, CTS alum Rev. Andrew Whaley examines 50+ years of graduating classes. He discovers there's been a drastic drop in class size over the past 10 years. What does this mean for the future of the school, he asks?
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost — July 17, 2022
A Looking into the Lectionary reflection from Rev. Teri McDowell Ott.
Order of worship — July 17, 2022
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
The 225th General Assembly ends on a note of gratitude and hope for the future of the church
Young Adult Advisory Delegates presented a gift to the co-Moderators, and the assembly ended with the same prayer it started with, acknowledging that there is work to be done.
General Assembly approves budgets and sets per capita rate for 2023 and 2024
Office of General Assembly expects to deplete reserves in 2024
Assembly moves Mission Engagement and Support to Administrative Services Group
Minor changes were made to Church Discipline; other reconsiderations failed.
General Assembly debates diverse work of Ministry Coordination Committee including LGBTQIA+ Advocacy and format for GA226
Commissioners affirmed a wide swath of resolutions from the Ministry Coordination Committee on LGBTQIA+ issues, gender-inclusive language and diverse families. They concluded with a proposal for a hybrid 226th General Assembly.
General Assembly creates a commission to unify two agencies at the top level of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A)
At stake: what financial structure is needed to support a denomination of mostly small churches?
Assembly reelects Moffett as Presbyterian Mission Agency president and executive director
GA Plenary 13 decided the reelection of Moffett and the Board of Pensions’ relationship to the Office of General Assembly among other business.
Assembly approves 12 weeks of family leave, strengthens the church’s response to sexual misconduct, and affirms reproductive justice
The Rules of Discipline and the Health, Safety, and Benefits reports inspired conversation and decisions by the PC(USA) on reproductive justice, sexual misconduct prevention and family leave.
PC(USA) General Assembly declares government of Israel actions toward Palestinians “apartheid”
The contentious resolution was balanced against earlier statements condemning antisemitism and Islamophobia.
Dr. AnneMarie Mingo to join Pittsburgh Theological Seminary faculty
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary is delighted to welcome the Rev. Dr. AnneMarie Mingo to its faculty as associate professor of ethics, culture, and moral leadership and acting director of the Metro-Urban Institute.
Pres House Secures $11 million Impact Investment
National Coalition of Church Lenders Invest in Mission-Driven Student Housing Center
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