Philadelphia Episcopalians explore what happens when church is separated from Sunday
PHILADELPHIA (RNS) — St. Stephen’s, an Episcopal church in Center City Philadelphia, isn’t open on Easter. There are no sermons on Sundays...
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Called to transition
Guest commentary by Laura Viau “So… how many churches have you served?” I can understand why I get this question. If I’d..
2nd Sunday after Pentecost — June 23, 2019
1 Kings 19:1-15a; Luke 8:26-39 Ordinary 12C; Proper 7 Elijah, on the run, fleeing Jezebel, seeks refuge in the wilderness, under a..
A Sojourner’s Truth: Choosing Freedom and Courage in a Divided World
Natasha Sistrunk Robinson IVP Books, 208 pages Reviewed by Rachel Cheney As a former Marine Corps officer, seminary graduate and founder of..
Juneteenth: An American celebration
(PNS) While not the most widely known or celebrated holiday, Juneteenth is certainly one of the more significant holidays in the history of..
In God’s hand: A successful pastoral transition from beginning to end
The following is an oral history of a successful pastoral transition at Hampton Presbyterian Church in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania. You’ll hear from a..
Amid broad drop in charitable donations, giving to God down $3 billion last year
NEW YORK (AP) — Charitable giving by individual Americans in 2018 suffered its biggest drop since the Great Recession of 2008-09, in..
Jihyun Oh named director of Mid Council Ministries
(OGA) A familiar face in the Office of the General Assembly is taking on the leadership role in Mid Council Ministries. Jihyun..
Moving Forward Implementation Commission takes action on financial sustainability
In August, the Moving Forward Implementation Commission wants to make a progress report of sorts to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) at Big..
Atheist watchdog drops fight to halt clergy housing allowance
(RNS) — The Freedom From Religion Foundation has dropped its long-running fight against the clergy housing allowance permitted by the U.S. government...
Ghost Ranch chooses next executive director
Paul Fogg has been selected to be the next executive director of the Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center. (Contributed photo) (PNS)..
Bright spots in ministry
I have found myself complaining far too often lately, so I am pausing to notice the bright spots in ministry. It is..
What’s right about Green Acres Presbyterian Church?
Green Acres Presbyterian Church – Portsmouth, Virginia Danish and Devotions is our nursing home visitation project. Having five residents at a nearby retirement..
New report urges congregations to aid family caregivers
(RNS) — A new report on family caregivers details how congregations can play a role in supporting the increasing number of members..
Diane Moffett casts the Matthew 25 vision to the Presbyterian Mission Agency Board
Diane Moffett, president and executive director of the Presbyterian Mission Agency, wants all Presbyterians to hear of the Matthew 25 vision in..
Protests draw huge crowds in Hong Kong
(PNS) Organizers say nearly two million people have participated in protests in Hong Kong against a controversial extradition bill. Even though Hong..
Stated Clerk sends letters to Congress urging for protection of migrant families
(OGA) With both Father’s Day and World Refugee Day falling in the same week, the Rev. Dr. J. Herbert Nelson, II, Stated..
Health and growth: An assessment tool for churches in transition
Guest commentary by Nicole Farley In 2017 the Presbytery of Milwaukee received a grant, which made possible new ways of attending to..
Regarding ruling elders: Keeping church safe
(OGA) According to a recent survey conducted by Lifeway Research, 94 percent of Protestant responders believe that teens and children are protected..
Nancy Taylor named acting executive director at the Presbyterian Historical Society
PHILADELPHIA (PHS) A familiar face with the Presbyterian Historical Society is stepping into a temporary leadership role. Nancy Taylor, who has led the..
Transitional ministry and cultural proficiency
Guest commentary by Jihyun Oh Transitional ministry can happen at any time. It can happen in a 10-year pastoral call when key..
Trinity Sunday — June 16, 2019
Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-15 Our God is characterized by collaboration. Wisdom speaks in Proverbs about being beside God from..
Holding Faith: A Practical Introduction to Christian Doctrine
Cynthia L. Rigby Abingdon Press, 408 pages There is no one teaching theology and preparing students for ministry better than Cynthia Rigby..
National Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) staff march to end cash bail
LOUISVILLE (Outlook) – Marching through downtown Louisville shouting “End cash bail!” and toting “Freedom should be free” signs, a group of..
Kathy Lueckert named as president of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), A Corporation
After meeting in closed session June 11, the board of directors of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A), A Corporation released word that it..
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