A back-to-school prayer for congregations
Elizabeth H. Doolin pens a call-and-response prayer for children, caregivers, teachers and all those who living through back-to-school days.
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Would Jesus park in a bike lane? For Philadelphia churches, it’s a real question
A dispute over weekend parking in bike lanes has left Presbyterian churches and other inner-city congregations dealing with an urban dilemma in Philadelphia.
The slow fade of denominational publishing
Shrinking churches means the market for Christian print resources diminishes, too.
Invested Faith Awards 12th Class of Fellows
These five social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder
Salman Rushdie writes about surviving an attempt on his life 30 years after the fatwa that was ordered against him.
2025 Advent devotional recommendations
Discover the best Advent devotionals for 2025. From contemplative guides to churchwide studies, Amy Pagliarella offers resources for faith, reflection, and growth.
Firstfruits of God’s creatures — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will explore James 1:17-20 and will practice and wonder about how they might listen more than they speak and develop the ability to anger slowly.
Order of worship — September 1, 2024
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Unification Commission votes to sunset governing boards for PMA and OGA on Dec. 31
Commissioners will take on the governance functions of the Committee on the Office of the General Assembly and Presbyterian Mission Agency Board.
Altars and thresholds (September 1, 2024)
Rose Schrott Taylor writes how Abraham responds to God's presence.
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost — September 1, 2024
We're in a tense season where most of us aren’t wondering, “How am I saved by grace?” but rather, “How on earth do I talk to my neighbor?” James speaks to this, writes Ginna Bairby.
Three churches, one focus: Uniting to confront Christian nationalism
Three PC(USA) churches in the Seattle-area grapple with Christian nationalism using the Book of Confessions as a guide. — Haley Ballast
Worshiping across America in Birkenstocks
Andrew Taylor-Troutman offers sabbatical reflections.
‘Prepare for the Polls’ video series to help Presbyterians stay informed during the election season
Social media campaign focuses on General Assembly policy and other information voters need.
Affordable housing in God’s backyard: Some religious congregations find a new use for their space
Nadia A. Mian, an urban planning expert, reports on how churches are using their properties to respond to community needs.
When preaching becomes performance: Confronting the ‘preachies’
What happens when preachers stop believing the words they’re preaching, wonders Whitney Wilkinson Arreche?
Finishing the making of a book
Cynthia Jarvis writes about how a book is made by both author and reader.
The co-moderator of the 226th General Assembly preaches on the language of love
The Rev. CeCe Armstrong turns to a familiar text during closing worship at the 2024 Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women.
Pub Choir: Simply the best!
Gathering and singing along with members of her community, Katherine Douglass understands more deeply that congregations are uniquely positioned to do the work of communal reconstruction.
Five powerful faith moments at the Paris Olympics
Athletes have long attributed faith to their success on the field. Paris was no exception.
Unification Commission votes to establish a Unification Management Office
The new office will help commissioners implement their decisions, set up a program plan, and develop a change management and communication strategy.
Five faith facts about Harris pick Tim Walz, a ‘Minnesota Lutheran’ Dad
If elected, Walz would be either the first or second Lutheran vice president of the United States, depending on how you count it.
Eve is the original brat
Dance-pop star Charli XCX started what has become known as 'brat summer.'
Jesus said what?! — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will explore John 6:51-58 and will practice wondering about the big ideas Jesus offers his followers.
Doing good (August 25, 2024)
How do we know if an argument is worth our time and energy? Elizabeth H. Doolin reflects on Titus 3.
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