In Mark 10:35-45, Jesus flips the script on power and status, calling us to serve, not seek seats of glory. How can we resist today’s systems of domination? Teri McDowell Ott reflects on Jesus’ radical call to community and humility.
Rosalind Banbury's third reflection on the 2024-2025 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
Grassroots efforts by North Carolina congregations witness to Christ’s love in the midst of widespread devastation.
Presbyterians urged to donate funds and buckets to help the Southeast rebound from widespread devastation.
As we mark one year since the Israel-Hamas war began, Teri McDowell Ott checks in with Bethlehem-based mission co-worker Doug Dicks.
Losing is painful. According to professional athletes, it can also lead to growth, writes Andrew Taylor Troutman.
The only way to appreciate and care for the earth is to move more slowly through the world. — Elizabeth Doolin on Lydia Wylie-Kellermann's new book
Pope Francis' Synod on Synodality allowed for unprecedented discussions on the future of women in the church.
Professional sports has become "one of the ways in which we make meaning and tell our own stories," writes Scott Hagley.
As it faces being sunset on Dec. 31, COGA celebrates what it’s accomplished and takes stock of what remains to be done.
Can the church embrace change without losing its core identity? Matthew Rich looks at MLB for inspiration.
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance calls for prayers and provides a mechanism to give.
Philip Gladden writes about a piece of Scripture that is meant to be experienced rather than explained.
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Lucus Levy Keppel writes on Psalm 22.
In each issue of the Outlook, we include a discussion guide to further reflect on the issue. We recommend using this guide in your Bible study, small group or book club. It's our invitation into a faithful conversation.
In honor of National Suicide Prevention Month, Elana Keppel Levy pushes against the teaching that those who commit suicide go to hell.
Katy Shevel reflects on the challenge and gift of maintaining friendships through adulthood and life's different seasons.
Congregations facing hard choices about what to do with underutilized, high-maintenance sacred structures heard from real estate experts at a recent conference on the future of church buildings.
More Light Presbyterians offer advice for creating inclusive worship experiences.
Is fitness America's new religion? Rose Schrott Taylor explores how boutique workouts like Peloton go beyond physical training, offering community, meaning, and transformation.
Teri McDowell Ott's athletic journey taught her more than just speed. It showed her the meaning that goes beyond talents.
“We are receiving an opportunity to tell stories,” says Pastor Jody Noble.
Shea Watts shares Covenant Presbyterian Church’s decision to remove stained-glass windows depicting Confederate figures.
Celebrated liturgics and homiletics professor at Austin, Union and McCormick seminaries was a noted authority on ordination and ministry.
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