A prayer for all who suffer in the wake of October 7
For October 7’s anniversary, Teri McDowell Ott offers a collect to grieve, remember, and pray for peace, justice, and healing in the ongoing conflict.
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A new chapter for small churches
Churches that focus on mission more than maintenance, on abundance more than scarcity, can find new ways to thrive, writes Mark DeVries.
The ministry of small words
Maggie Alsup reflects on how God’s wisdom can appear in everyday conversations.
On Charlie Kirk and the challenge of Christian witness in a violent age
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death, we face Jesus’ hardest command: love your enemies. What does that look like in a divided nation, asks Shea Watts?
Weeping for a nation, not a man
What grieves me most is a nation’s blindness to the power of unkindness, writes Patrice Gaines.
Presbyterian Outlook webinar focuses on a ministry of presence going on in the nation’s capital
Commuters and others appreciate Presbyterians praying and listening to folks at Metro stations.
Presbytery of Baltimore approves groundbreaking reparative justice fund
The Reparative Justice Fund will provide direct support to African American congregations and communities in central Maryland.
Christian hope requires us to ask: What may be?
Focusing on the creation of New Worshiping Communities turns our eyes toward new life for the denomination. — David Bonnema
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost — September 28, 2025
Jesus’ parable confronts wealth, waste and neglect, calling us to generosity, justice and compassion in community, writes Rae Watson.
Order of worship — September 28, 2025
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
As nation mourns rash of recent shootings, Office of Public Witness condemns lax gun control measures
The PC(USA) Office of Public Witness calls for action against gun violence, urging prayer, advocacy, and policies that honor Christ’s call to peace.
Mid-Coast Presbyterian Church — Topsham, Maine
A small church in Maine found unexpected help from Presbyterians in New Jersey, a pallet supplier, and strangers.
Dr. Chris Burton of Union Presbyterian Seminary announced as 2025-2026 Obama Foundation leader
Chris Burton will join more than 200 global changemakers to build their skills and scale their work across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
A prayer against violence
"Teach us a better way, a holy imagination of justice, mercy and reconciliation," writes Teri McDowell Ott.
Chicago Presbyterians push back on Trump’s troop plan
Churches and other nonprofits prepare for unrest, model faithful ways to support immigrants and city residents.
Most Americans don’t believe God played a role in the presidential election
Most Americans say God plays no role in presidential elections, Pew survey finds, with views consistent across 2008–2024 results.
Department of War quotes Bible on social media. Some link it to Christian nationalism.
'Those verses were not about the United States military,' said Brian Kaylor, a Baptist minister and author. 'They weren't really even about any imperial military force, and quite the opposite.'
The future of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.): Decline, renewal and shifting trends
Reporter Gregg Brekke digs into the statistical trends of the PC(USA) so you don't have to. Here's what you need to know.
One year after Helene: A prayer for healing, hope and remembrance
Esta Jarrett pens a prayer to mark the anniversary of Hurricane Helene, offering hope, healing, and remembrance.
Gen Z’s complicated return to faith — and what Presbyterians are seeing
Recent research points to younger adults’ increased interest in faith as they seek community and meaning.
Food insecurity on campus: What churches can do to help college students flourish
Three college chaplains invite churches to help tackle campus food insecurity.
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost — September 21, 2025
Luke 16:1–13 is one of Scripture’s toughest parables. Why would Jesus praise a dishonest manager—and what does it mean for our faith? Teri McDowell Ott reflects.
Order of worship — September 21, 2025
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Simply surviving is not enough: A call to take one step forward
Fostering a small, thriving church begins with single steps, faithful action, and championing change, writes Phillip Blackburn.
The Presbyterian Church Growth Network announces inaugural fall conference
Join PCGN’s first Fall Conference, Oct 7–8 in Englewood, NJ. Equip church leaders with tools, insights & strategies to strengthen Sunday worship.
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