For a PC(USA) church in Ohio, love is more than a word
Circleville Presbyterian Church shelters and provides meals to its neighbors.
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From Tiny Tim to ‘The Disabled God’: Rethinking disability in theology and the church
Disability theology invites us to reconsider how Scripture portrays impairment — not as tragedy or sin, but as part of God’s own life, writes Lisa Powell.
How reading theology saved my faith
Daniel J. Ott explores how theology moves from ideas to action in real communities.
In Chicago, clergy and faith-based protesters say ICE is threatening their religious freedom
Despite potential danger, religious leaders and faith activists have been a visible presence at Chicago-area ICE protests, some waving signs with slogans such as ‘Love thy neighbor’ and ‘Who would Jesus deport?’
Presbyterian Peace Fellowship and partners offer a summit on incarceration
The half-day webinar focuses on ministering to and advocating for people in prison.
Resources now available for Reformation Sunday
Resources now available for Reformation Sunday.
North Carolina town reclaims hope on Hurricane Helene anniversary
“Hope after Helene” brought North Carolina neighbors together for healing, reflection, and community — with music, art, resources, and a keynote on deep hope from David LaMotte.
University of Dubuque inaugurates 12th president, Travis L. Frampton, during homecoming
The University of Dubuque inaugurates Travis L. Frampton as its 12th president, marking a new era of innovation, growth, and community transformation.
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost — October 19, 2025
Jeremiah 31:27-34 reminds us that God’s covenant is not carved in stone but engraved on our hearts — a radical call to truth, forgiveness, and embodied love, writes Matthew A. Rich.
Order of worship — October 19, 2025
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
How ‘19 Kids and Counting’s’ Amy Duggar King went from ‘crazy cousin’ to ‘holy disruptor’
Amy Duggar King's new memoir, out this month, reveals painful family truths and describes her steadfast Christian faith.
Partners for Sacred Places launches Pennsylvania’s Faithful Fund
The grant will support rural congregations as they preserve their buildings and invest in their communities
Why theological education matters
As seminaries and religious studies programs shrink, the responsibility to nurture theological imagination is shifting to our congregations. Are our churches ready, asks Teri McDowell Ott?
Presbyterian Hunger Program approves over $1 million in grants
Funding will support projects in nearly 30 countries, including the US.
How two small Kansas churches serve their towns
Churches in two small Kansas towns wondered what was missing. Now, a library, an after-school program and a daycare center are making their communities stronger. — Catherine Neelly Burton
How a youth minister became a lifeline for young athletes
Pastor and track coach Essie Koenig-Reinke supports Menaul School students through ministry, mentorship and meeting real-world needs.
New Columbia Seminary center equips faith leaders for public dialogue
Columbia Seminary launches the Center for Theology and Contested Publics to equip faith leaders for dialogue and insight in today’s divided public life.
Special committee works on drafting new confession
Committee members said the in-person meeting was a turning point in their work ahead of the 227th General Assembly in 2026.
Wisconsin Churches offered new path to transform land into affordable housing and community spaces
RootedGood launches $1.1 million Good Next Step Grant Program to turn vision into action.
Communion
Merideth Hite Estevez reflects on faith, parenting, and finding communion with God amid brokenness.
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost — October 12, 2025
Preachers may long to avoid politics, yet Luke 17 shows Jesus praising a foreigner as neighbor and model. — Stephanie Sorge
Order of worship — October 12, 2025
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Unification Commission sets priorities for new structure
Leaders outline five priorities and four work areas to guide the PC(USA) forward.
For Such a Time as This: An Emergency Devotional
Hanna Reichel’s "For Such a Time as This" offers brief, rich reflections and concrete practices to sustain faith, courage, and community in crisis, writes Amy Pagliarella.
Discussion guide for September 2025 issue
In each issue of the Outlook, we include a discussion guide to further reflect on the issue. We recommend using this guide in your Bible study, small group or book club. It's our invitation into a faithful conversation.
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