Florida churches among first to begin exit from UMC to new, conservative denomination
(RNS) — A statement posted on Facebook Tuesday (May 3) by the Wesleyan Covenant Association’s Florida chapter caught the attention of the Florida bishop..
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How can comics help preachers hone their homiletical humor?
(PNS) — The Rev. Dr. Jake Myers’ recently-completed book, “Stand-Up Preaching: Homiletical Insights from Contemporary Comedians,” will be published in late summer..
Any PC(USA) employee or minister with student loan debt is now eligible for free student loan advising
https://vimeo.com/705476395?embedded=true&source=video_title&owner=49031955 (PNS) — Every person who has student loans should explore their options for Public Service Loan Forgiveness by October 2022. This is..
4 years ago — “She dared to say yes”
Published in 2018, “She dared to say yes” is by Rev. Robina Winbush, the first Black woman to serve as associate stated clerk of the PC(USA) and as director of ecumenical relations.
McCormick Theological Seminary and Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago and take step toward selling their buildings to the University of Chicago
CHICAGO, IL – The University of Chicago, the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) and the McCormick Theological Seminary (McCormick) have..
10 myths about parliamentary procedure and Presbyterian meetings
Jim Slaughter, a certified professional parliamentarian, offers some tips on using Robert's Rules of Order.
What does it mean to trust Black women?
"Words matter. Who gets to speak matters."
The Monastic Heart: 50 Simple Practices for a Contemplative and Fulfilling Life
Amy Pagliarella reviews Joan Chittister's book.
General Assembly bulletin inserts – GA225 in 2022
What’s coming to the 2022 General Assembly? How will you explain the actions of GA to your congregation? The 225th General Assembly..
If Roe goes, Black church leaders expect renewed energy for elections
(RNS) — In Black churches, the reaction to the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion on abortion boils down to education and mobilization...
Roe v. Wade: Faith leaders react to leaked SCOTUS opinion
(RNS) — A draft opinion suggesting the Supreme Court will vote to strike down Roe v. Wade, the landmark decision guaranteeing federal..
Funds freed up for 1001 New Worshiping Communities program
JEFFERSONVILLE, Indiana — An Indiana judge signed an order recently that frees up funds at the Presbyterian Foundation to support the 1001 New Worshiping..
The long view
An abundance of horizon draws our gaze, delineates our days here at our rock-fast retirement center at the shore. Well-seasoned eyes seem..
7 overtures will address the climate crisis at GA225, but does the assembly’s format allow for the necessary conversations?
This year’s General Assembly presents an unprecedented opportunity for commissioners to take decisive action that can benefit God’s creation and all of God’s children.
30 years ago — “Full communion is proposed for four denominations”
30 years ago — April 6, 1992 The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the Reformed Church in America..
Tech watch: Jackbox
If you have been in youth ministry throughout the pandemic, you may have heard of a video game company by the name..
From mindful to contemplative: An invitation for Christians to take the next step
We took 10 minutes to eat a raisin because we were trying to eat mindfully. I held the raisin in my hand,..
Mid-Kentucky Presbytery offers grants to its congregations to help them care for Creation by installing electric car charging stations
(PNS) — The 49 churches in Mid-Kentucky Presbytery are being offered grants on a sliding scale, depending on their membership, to help them..
‘Who translates God words?’ is the question the Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney seeks to answer during the 111th Sprunt Lectures at Union Presbyterian Seminary
(PNS) — Who translates God words and how? That’s the question the Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney seeks to answer this week during three lectures..
Presbyterians at the forefront of protecting New Mexico’s Greater Chaco Landscape
(PNS) — The Rev. Andrew Black, a pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is coordinating an effort to ensure..
The Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found
Frank Bruni Avid Reader Press, 320 pages Published on March 1, 2022 As a New York Times columnist, Frank Bruni has shared..
Podcast review: “The Trojan Horse Affair”
Hosts: Brian Reed and Hamza Syed Serial Productions and The New York Times In late 2013, an anonymous letter arrives on a..
How to change the world: Matthew 25 and confirmation
I taught my first confirmation class in 1987. Twenty-five eighth graders explored the Apostles' Creed for nine months! On Pentecost 1988, all..
Per capita rate increases will be recommended to GA225
It’s official: a recommendation is going to the 2022 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to set the per capita rate..
4th Sunday of Easter — May 8, 2022
Easter 4C Acts 9:36-43 “Women hold up half the sky.” I was first introduced to this Chinese proverb through Nicholas Kristof and..
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