Reformed theology discussions
In a conversation I recently had with colleagues, we discussed how we might share more of our rich Reformed theology in our..
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Former GA moderator and Presbyterian News Service chief Marj Carpenter dies at 93
LOUISVILLE (PNS) — Ruling Elder Marj Carpenter, the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s 207th General Assembly (1995), a tireless supporter and..
New recommendation headed to GA: “On Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic”
A recommendation responding to the COVID-19 pandemic is being presented to the 2020 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as a..
Maintaining relationships in times of social distance
Recently, our son and daughter-in-law were searching for painter’s tape for a sidewalk chalk project with their 3-year-old. They are schoolteachers who..
As coronavirus restrictions loosen, congregations grapple with including older adults
(RNS) — Each Sunday, Larry Little and his wife, Mary, get ready for church. They dress casually, fill two tumblers with water,..
Latin America church alliance joins PC(USA) to oppose racism, white supremacy
LOUISVILLE (PNS) — “Racism … is an essential part of economic injustice and hierarchical visions that deny that all human beings were..
A virtual choir of international peacemakers
LEXINGTON, Kentucky (PNS) — Beth Mueller got a note from a man who saw the virtual choir of international peacemakers video she..
Eight mission co-workers will serve General Assembly as Mission Advisory Delegates
LOUISVILLE (PNS) For a short time in June, eight mission co-workers will briefly turn their attention from their work with global partners to..
2nd Sunday after Pentecost — June 14, 2020
Genesis 18:1-15; Romans 5:1-8; Matthew 9:35-10:8 Pentecost 2A Jesus tells the 12 about-to-be-sent-out disciples that the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers..
Committee approves additional changes for 2020 General Assembly
The Committee on the Office of the General Assembly (COGA) voted June 11 to recommend a new piece of business to the..
June 14: God’s promise — Family faith formation at home
Welcome Invite various persons to bring a designated item and use this liturgy to begin your time of learning together. One: ..
Earthkeeping and Character: Exploring a Christian Ecological Virtue Ethic
Steven Bouma-Prediger Baker Academic, 208 pages How does Christian faith inform one’s care of the earth? Too often, Christians have been justifiably..
Those standing for GA moderator share their perspectives
During a 90-minute webinar on June 10, the six people standing for co-moderator of the 2020 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church..
Call to compassion — Christian education at home
Compassion and empathy rank fairly high on the list of traits parents hope their children develop. As Christians, these qualities are especially..
How will the 2020 General Assembly respond to concerns of the time?
The pressure may be growing for the 2020 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to speak directly about the compelling issues..
Wherever true love is
Ubi caritas est vera, Deus ibi est. Wherever love is true, God is there. Wherever Christian love, charity, service is true, God..
Stated Clerk/Committee on Theological Education express concern on San Francisco Theological Seminary merger
(OGA) The Stated Clerk of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the Committee on Theological Education (COTE) have released..
Debate over relationship between San Francisco Theological Seminary and the PC(USA) may rise at General Assembly
When is a historically Presbyterian seminary no longer a "Presbyterian seminary”? That question is on the docket for the 224th General Assembly..
PC(USA)’s African Presbyterian Leaders Alliance release video in response to murder of George Floyd
LOUISVILLE (PNS) — The deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and George Floyd have caused an uproar across the nation and in..
When churches reopen, don’t sing or shake hands, do make sermons short, says new guide
(RNS) — An ecumenical group of clergy, scientists and other experts has released a guide to help congregations consider best practices for..
Order of worship — 2nd Sunday after Pentecost
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation. It is free for..
Stated Clerk says don’t rush to get back into a church building for worship
LOUISVILLE (OGA) Don’t rush to re-open your church sanctuary for face-to-face gatherings. That’s the word from the Reverend Dr. J. Herbert Nelson,..
Racial Justice Resources page now available online
LOUISVILLE (PNS) — “Racial Justice Resources,” what is for now a one-page list of resources to help bring about racial justice in..
What do we do when we “do this”?
While they were eating, he took a loaf of bread, and after blessing it he broke it, gave it to them, and..
Real presence
by Barbara G. Wheeler On Easter Sunday 2020, in the National Cathedral – empty except for the requisite “fewer than 10” musicians..
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