2022 General Assembly to consider pressures on small churches and presbyteries
The PC(USA) is changing. In what ways does the polity and funding structure need to change too?
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Does faith have a place in mental health?
Faith leaders, mental health providers share their insights and experiences during a thought-provoking webinar.
My hope for this GA: Run to catch up with the Holy Spirit
"I see our call to be the church in the 21st century as God daring us to look deep into our identity as believers during social, political and theological turmoil, daring us to be grounded yet flexible enough to thrive in a rapidly changing context."
Wilderness as reminder
It is no wonder that so many of us feel full in the wild. God as Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer is so evidently seen in nature. It is almost as if the wilderness is a not-so-subtle reminder of the character of God.
GA round up: What to expect out of this year’s General Assembly
Outlook national reporter Leslie Scanlon reports on what you need to know about General Assembly.
Presbyterian Outlook hosts “Meet the candidates” webinar
On June 9, the Presbyterian Outlook hosted a webinar featuring those standing for moderator of the 225th General Assembly.
In support of a changing church: Expanding financial well-being for ministers
An update from the PC(USA) Board of Pensions.
Presbyterian Publishing Corporation to donate royalties from hymnal sales to reparative justice causes
Presbyterian Publishing Corporation announced Wednesday that it will donate royalties from sales of the Glory to God hymnal to organizations involved in reparative justice for every African American spiritual and Indigenous Peoples’ song in the book.
A tiny island nation faces enormous challenges
A PC(USA) partner in Sri Lanka discusses the nation’s vulnerability and offers ideas on how Presbyterians can help
Addressing Violence in the US Committee will consider timely gun violence reports
Voting rights, countering societal polarization and bullying/harassment round out committee’s agenda
How do you pray with others in their time of need?
Kathleen Long Bostrom shares some lessons she's learned in her ministry on how to pray with others when they are sick, dying or grieving.
Why the PC(USA): Pastor, editor and former moderator John M. Buchanan shares his story
Pastor, editor and former GA moderator John M. Buchanan reflects on what drew him to the PC(USA)and what keeps him coming back.
Processing trauma through stories
Joshua Kerr highlights three recent pieces of fiction that examine trauma in a helpful, accessible way.
Meet those standing for moderator of the 225th General Assembly
A Q&A with Ruth Santana-Grace, Shavon C. Starling-Louis, Josefina Ahumada and Marilyn McKelvey Tucker-Marek.
God’s transcendence and immanence in nature
"I’ve become convinced that the incarnation of Jesus in the world was not just about God becoming human but, in a larger way, about God becoming part of creation itself."
Changes to the Rules of Discipline
Page McRight, who chaired the Rules of Discipline Revision Task Force, previews what edits will be suggested to General Assembly.
What’s right with Immanuel Presbyterian Church?
"We gathered together in unity for peace in Ukraine and against the Russian war. It was meaningful to share with this audience a small piece of our rich Ukrainian culture in the form of music by Ukrainian composers."
Ministry Coordination Committee of the PC(USA) General Assembly to consider LGBTQIA+ issues
Committee also will ponder the format of the 226th GA gathering
Mason Jars
A poem by Arlin Buyert.
Big God, think little: a poem and reflection
The “environment” is not something separate from us, but we are intricacy and intimately part of it. What we do matters on a daily basis.
The return of the shepherd God
Warner Bailey writes about the trauma captured in Lamentations, chapter 1, and how pastoral caregivers can serve as witnesses for those who have no words for their pain.
Preview of the Health, Safety and Benefits Committee for the 225th General Assembly
Stephen Salyards previews the discussion about sexual misconduct and abuse prevention coming to GA225.
Finding healing in the trees
Now, when I get to these moments that feel like they may overcome me, I turn to nature ... I remember whose I am, that I am not traveling alone, and that one day I will be ok.
Parenting for a Better World: Social Justice Practices for Your Family and the Planet
"This book is written by real Christian parents for real Christian parents; the contributors share how they marry parenting and passionate social justice acts together, acknowledging that working parents simply don’t have the time to do them separately."
Faith leaders, labor advocates push for White House meeting on poverty
President Joe Biden has yet to agree to the summit with the Poor People’s Campaign, despite endorsing the group while running for office and speaking at their events.
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