Triennium will feature preaching from the heart
(PNS) LOUISVILLE — Thousands of youths from across the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the Cumberland Presbyterian Church are gearing up for five..
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My dream for the church: Missions and Mars
We asked our bloggers to share their biggest dreams for the church. Here’s what they imagine. We can put a..
On Thomas Merton
Mary Gordon Shambhala Press, 160 pages The renowned novelist Mary Gordon has done what few people can do: say something new about..
Wonder of all wonders: A tribute to Rachel Carson
“Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life.” — Rachel Carson Let’s begin..
All are included
We asked our bloggers to share their biggest dreams for the church. Here’s what they imagine. The 5-year-old exclaims, “There’s my friend!”..
Co-moderator Cindy Kohlmann preaches at Travis Air Force Base
(PNS) FAIRFIELD, California — In Ephesians, Chapter 2, the reader is reminded that God is rich in mercy and grace, and people..
Survey: 1 in 3 Protestants think more stories of abuse by pastors yet to come
(RNS) — The past year has been filled with stories of alleged sexual misconduct and abuse by Protestant Christian pastors. Bill Hybels..
Study: It’s easier to be a ‘none’ in Canada than in the US
(RNS) — Nearly a quarter of Canadians today say they have no religious affiliation — about the same as in the U.S...
International Theological Seminary: Preparing ministers for a global reach
EL MONTE, California – With only about 70 students, International Theological Seminary in suburban Los Angeles doesn’t have an impressive campus, a..
A dream for the church: Let go and serve
We asked our bloggers to share their biggest dreams for the church. Here's what they imagine. Dreaming big has always come easily..
As abortion debate grows, Stated Clerk reminds church of General Assembly policy
Friends, There is growing and widespread concern in the wake of Alabama’s recent anti-abortion legislation, which, if implemented, will have the effect..
Texas church opens new sanctuary 18 months after massacre
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas (AP) — A South Texas church began a fresh chapter of worship on Sunday as it unveiled a new..
‘Who will be our Rachel now?’ Progressive Christians reflect on movement without Held Evans
(RNS) — When the Rev. Emmy Kegler heard her friend Rachel Held Evans had died earlier this month after a sudden illness,..
Dreaming reality
We asked our bloggers to share their biggest dreams for the church. Here’s what they imagine. If I could dream anything for..
What’s right about Church of the Covenant?
Church of the Covenant — Arlington, Virginia What’s right about Church of the Covenant? We’ve got rhythm. The church’s children’s drum ensemble..
Presbyterian chaplains and a co-moderator host forum on veteran suicide
(OGA) FAIRFIELD, California — When Jose Guzman got out of the army in 1992, he seriously considered taking his own life. He was..
5th Sunday of Easter — May 19, 2019
Acts 11:1-18; Revelation 21:1-6; John 13:31-35 Easter 5C Gentiles receive the Holy Spirit. A whole new heaven and earth emerges. The holy..
PC(USA) appeals defamation case to the Supreme Court
LOUISVILLE (Outlook) — The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has appealed a defamation case involving Eric Hoey, who was formerly the PC(USA)’s director of..
Regarding ruling elders: Ruling elders as commissioners
(OGA) The year was 1983 and the setting was a presbytery meeting called to consider the plan for reuniting the two branches of..
Taking time off
I noticed early on that when pastors get together, one of two things tends to happen. Either everybody gets into a..
Beating Guns: Hope for People Who are Weary of Violence
Shane Claiborne and Michael Martin Brazos Press, 288 pages Reviewed by David Ensign The General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church offered its..
Special committee delves deeper into questions of sustainability and per capita
FORT WORTH, Texas – The Special Committee on Per-Capita Based Funding and National Church Financial Sustainability is starting to identify next steps..
Sanctuary
Our coffee table at home was always covered with publications like The Presbyterian Outlook and newsletters from organizations that fought racism and..
Listening with love
Second Presbyterian Church where I worship in Kansas City, Missouri, is in the midst of a physical overhaul in concert with a..
Office of Public Witness issues Action Alert on reducing tension, avoiding war with Iran
(PNS) The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s Office of Public Witness has issued an Action Alert, calling on Presbyterians to urge their representatives and..
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