(Hudson River Presbytery communications) It was upon the communion table where, through God’s spirit, ordinary means are transformed for extraordinary ends, that..
Guided by a pair of seasoned consultants, about 300 of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s national staff engaged in a difficult and draining..
(PNS) The Board of Pensions has presented its first Healthy Pastors, Healthy Congregations seminar in Puerto Rico. Congregational leaders of three churches..
Advent is a time of preparation. In the secular world, that preparation involves writing the obligatory Christmas card letter, dragging out the baking pans and hunting through the closets for a Christmas-themed sweater to wear to the party.
Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 15:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12 Advent 2A John the Baptist is on the scene, calling for repentance, and people are flocking..
John F. Woolverton and James D. Bratt Eerdmans, 280 pages Reviewed by Rick Nutt This book contributes to the growing literature of..
Look: Here we are in West Virginia, the heart of coal country. This is a place where Presbyterians could give some answers..
LOUISVILLE — A new downloadable resource from the Office of Theology & Worship provides analysis and theological reflection on the Reclaiming Jesus..
Some young people are so concerned about the imminent danger to the planet from climate change – from all they see happening..
Community Presbyterian Church — Clarendon Hills, Illinois WELCOME. It’s a simple word, but it defines Community Presbyterian Church of Clarendon Hills. Fellowship..
(OGA) The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has a long history of successful partnerships in ministry and service. The impact of partnerships is the focus..
When caring for ministers, we stand to gain if we better understand the service and needs of bivocational pastors. I use the..
Advent has arrived and congregational life is in full swing. Music programs, Christmas pageants, angel trees and special worship services occupy our..
Love Carved in Stone: A Fresh Look at the Ten Commandments Lesson 5: “Words of Love: Don’t Kill Each Other” Exodus 20:13 and Matthew 5:21-26..
Recently I drove by a Presbyterian church with a sign that surprised me: “Adam blamed Eve, Eve blamed the snake, and the..
A Presbyterian church in Missouri put out a startling notice. It pointed out: “We help in overseas mission and in poverty projects..
“This is a glaring sign of privilege — turning away from that which you don’t want to hear and only taking up..
10 years ago — November 30, 2009 “It is estimated that approximately 12 million undocumented people reside in the United States and..
Dear Friends in Christ, Deeply troubled by recent events in Cameroon, I would invite all Presbyterians to join me in praying for..
(PNS) From November 10-14, an ecumenical group of mainline denominational camp and retreat associations held the Outdoor Ministries Connection Great Gathering at..
Kenneth Reeves Rowman & Littlefield, 280 pages Reviewed by Erin Keys There are a number of books on congregational life that claim..
Guest commentary by Pam Parker Thanksgiving time and stewardship time are linked in many church calendars. If pledges come in by mid-November,..
Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:36-44 Advent 1A Salvation is near. That’s the overwhelming word for this first week of Advent. God..
Give thanks in all circumstances. Your admonition, God, is clear, our execution of it inconsistent. Ours is a culture overflowing with discontent...
I’d seen the documentary on Mister Rogers. I cried unashamedly in parts and noted everyone else seemed to be sniffling, too. I..
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