God acting through time (December 1, 2024)
Rose Schrott Taylor writes about Ruth.
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First Sunday of Advent — December 1, 2024
The goal of Advent is clear, writes Teri McDowell Ott.
In Mike Huckabee, Israel will have a longtime friend and true believer as ambassador
The former Arkansas governor and pastor-turned-Fox News host has been a supporter of Israel since his first visit in the 1970s. He sees the growth of Israel as a sign that biblical prophecies are true.
Invested Faith Awards 13th Class of Fellows
These four social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
A Great Thanksgiving around the family table
Shea Watts offers a prayer to use at the Thanksgiving table.
Horizons — Water justice
Rosalind Banbury's fourth reflection on the 2024-2025 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
What evangelicals say they want from a second Trump term
‘Our people were elated, for the most part, over the election results,’ said Robert Jeffress, a Southern Baptist pastor.
What now for the Anglican Communion?
Besides needing to pick a new leader, the Church of England has an urgent need to show in short order that it can respond to abuse.
Taming the power of trauma: The ongoing challenge is to reconcile experiences of trauma with our theology
The ongoing challenge, says Sarah Ann Bixler, is to reconcile experiences of trauma with our theology.
“Thou shalt not lie” and other thoughts on loving our neighbor
The command against bearing false witness connects truth-telling with the well-being of our neighbor, writes Ray Roberts. In light of the election, we need to remember this.
A Thanksgiving prayer (When we’re tired of giving thanks)
Gratitude is the season's theme, but what if we are not feeling it? Elizabeth Doolin offers a prayer for when thanksgiving is hard to come by.
Circle of Hope: A Reckoning with Love, Power, and Justice in an American Church
"Circle of Hope" is the true story of a church reckoning with love, power and justice, and it’s a wild ride, writes Amy Pagliarella.
Israel/Palestine Mission Network of the PC(USA) votes to change name
Members determine Palestine Justice Network better fits group’s values and objectives.
A letter to my Sunday school teacher
Sherry Blackman shares how one person can change the trajectory of someone's life.
Norman Wirzba on finding hope in the midst of crisis
At a time of upheaval, the Duke University theologian and environmentalist urges people to connect to others and nature.
Twenty-seventh Sunday after Pentecost — November 24, 2024
The fun part of preaching this week is digging into your particular congregation to articulate where the kingdom of God intersects with everyday life, writes Walter Canter.
Order of worship — November 24, 2024
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
The practice of presence (November 24, 2024)
Brendan McLean reflects on the beauty of the ordinary.
Remembering Padre Gustavo
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary teacher Hunter Farrell remembers his former instructor, father of liberation theology, Gustavo Gutiérrez.
Swimming with the Sharks: Leading the Full Spectrum Church in a Red-and-Blue World
America’s political divisiveness might have inspired Haberer to write this book, but "Swimming with the Sharks" will resonate beyond this election season as a reminder that our passions must be rooted in Jesus’ passions.
Young clergywoman gets more than $44,000 in student loans forgiven
‘If you’ve wondered if you are worth it, you are. Apply,’ advises the Rev. Blair Moorhead.
Believing in kindness
To hope is to open yourself to disappointment. It's worth the risk, even today.
Advent in the aftermath
When time stands still after disaster, how do we mark the days? Pastor Esta Jarrett shares how a small mountain town tries to hold hope, gratitude, pain, and loss in the wake of Helene.
Crossing borders with song: A music and mission journey to the US-Mexico border
Borders are places of encounter, calling us to see our shared humanity, writes Greg Allen-Pickett.
New Interim Unified Agency of the PC(USA) takes next step in reimagining work going forward
Planning process includes reconfiguring ministry work.
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