Anniversaries (from the Dec. 21, 2015 issue)
First Presbyterian Church, Gymon, Okla. 115 years
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“I was just so overwhelmed about what this truly means … that students who want to go to college and get an..
Transitions (from the Dec. 21, 2015 issue)
Robert Boyar, to United Presbyterian Church of Jamestown, N.D., from pastor, Ward Avenue Presbyterian Church, Altoona, Pa. Bruce A. Kreutzer, to pastor,..
Retirements (from the Dec. 21, 2015 issue)
Carole Isley Corey, from member at large, Johnstown, Pa. John D. Guthrie Jr., from pastor, Henderson Presbyterian Church, Henderson, Ky. Hugh A...
A “Call to the Church”: Beyond presbyopia and privilege
Guest commentary by Glen Bell I am grateful for Heath Rada’s call for change and reform. He is right to invite us..
4th Sunday in Advent – December 20, 2105
Micah 5:2-5a; Luke 1:39-55 We have made it to the fourth Sunday of Advent: Mary visits Elizabeth, there is blessing and joy..
Mother Teresa miracle approved, sainthood set for September
(RNS) Pope Francis celebrated his 79th birthday on Thursday (Dec. 17) with a gift to the many devotees of Mother Teresa of..
America’s Pastor: Billy Graham and the Shaping of a Nation
by Grant Wacker Belknap Press Cambridge, Mass. 448 pages Billy Graham was a major fixture in American culture throughout the second half..
Santa’s helpers, God’s helpers
I love Santa. Every year my wife gets me a new Santa ornament to put on our tree. It’s pretty much a..
Deadline for Stated Clerk applications draws near
LOUISVILLE (OGA) The deadline is nearing for applications to be received by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) committee tasked with nominating the next Stated..
Historic climate change agreement reached at COP 21 conference
Two Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) staff members, Rebecca Barnes, associate for Environmental Ministries and Bill Somplatsky-Jarman, coordinator for Mission Responsibility Through Investment with..
I have a problem with elves
by Julie Coffman Hester I have a problem with elves. Apart from Will Ferrell in the movie “Elf,” and Hermey the dentist..
Advent, Christmas resources for families
By Julie Coffman Hester Read her related Outlook feature article “I have a problem with elves” Hope4CE – Columbia Seminary professor Kathy Dawson’s..
Black church group holds first-ever cross-racial gathering to tackle racism
(RNS) The massacre of nine African-American worshippers during a Bible study at a church in Charleston, S.C., earlier this year has led..
Regarding ruling elders: Ruling elders and treasurers
LOUISVILLE (OGA) Back in the days when circuses traveled the land, there was a strongman as one of the sideshow acts that would..
I met Jesus in the paint aisle at Home Depot: Finding grace in the season of Advent
I'm starting a new call as the director of global mission at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta. This means uprooting my family..
Pope calls on world leaders to adopt Paris climate deal
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Pope Francis hailed the “historic” climate change agreement signed in Paris, urging the international community to swiftly implement the..
O come to church all ye faithful, sort of faithful and atheists, too
(RNS) December means curtains up for church Christmas pageants, hand-bell concerts, caroling kiddie choirs and Nativity displays on the front lawns. But..
For the Love of All Creatures: The Story of Grace in Genesis
by William Greenway Eerdmans Grand Rapids, Mich. 176 pages William Greenway has written the most unique and compelling account of God’s love..
December 21, 2015: Digital issue (Year in review)
The digital issue of the Presbyterian Outlook’s December 21, 2015 issue is now available! It is viewable on most computers, tablets, and smartphones. Click here..
PC(USA) Stated Clerk responds to questions on Trump’s membership
LOUISVILLE (PNS) – It is a fact that Donald Trump was baptized in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). However, there is no factual..
PMA Leadership Cabinet recommends elimination of 2016 salary increases
LOUISVILLE (PNS) – In its ongoing efforts to set the Presbyterian Mission Agency (PMA) on secure financial footing and minimize - although..
3rd Sunday in Advent – December 13, 2015
Zephaniah 3:14-20; Luke 3:7-18; Philippians 4:4-7 Rejoice, you brood of vipers! This week I read the Gospel lesson last. I read Zephaniah..
What listening to “Serial” taught me about Advent
Guest commentary by George Love “Serial.” One story told week by week. It was a phenomenon. As with most sensations, I came..
PC(USA) seminary presidents unite in appeal to end climate of fear, distrust
(PNS) - In response to recent inflammatory statements made by politicians, T. Erskine Clarke, editor and publisher at the Journal for Preachers..
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