Deceased (from the Dec. 7, 2015 issue)

Paul M. Aijian, 97, May 13, Newhall, Calif. William A. Crosland Sr., 87, Apr. 19, Atlanta M. W. Elftmann, 83, May 24,..

Retirements (from the Dec. 7, 2015 issue)

Fred R. Anderson, from pastor, Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church, Manhattan, N.Y. Susan Ruth Andrews, from executive presbyter, Hudson River Presbytery Margaret W...

Transitions

Transitions (from the Dec. 7, 2015 issue)

Chris Berardi, to pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Rocky Mount, N.C., from interim pastor, John Knox Presbyterian Church, Greenville, S.C. Sarah Craven, to..

Ordinations

Ordinations (from the Dec. 7, 2015 issue)

Molly McGinnis, to pastor in residence, Central Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, by Presbytery of Greater Atlanta

Presbyterian News Service

PC(USA) associates participate in COP 21 conference

(PNS) World leaders are gathered in Paris for two weeks of intensive talks and meetings designed to avert climate disaster. Joining the contingent..

News from other sources

“Leave no one behind”: COP21 must tackle climate risks of the poorest and most vulnerable

PARIS (WCC) - Climate-induced loss and damage is one of the key points being raised by faith groups during COP21. A discussion..

From the Archives

Ordination of women now stands at 51-3 – 60 years ago

60 years ago — November 28, 1955 Amid the articles about the racial tensions experienced in and outside the church came a..

Editorials

What if Trump is right about us?

The Presbyterian Church is in the news. Not due to a close, controversial vote, not due to issues of marriage or divestment..

Voices

Joy or happiness?

I recently saw Pixar’s newest animated film, “Inside Out.” Even if you have not yet had the pleasure of watching it you..

Presbyterian News Service

Presbyterian churches pray for an end to violence following San Bernardino shootings

(PNS) As authorities continue their investigation into Thursday’s shooting rampage that left 14 people dead and 21 wounded in San Bernardino, Calif.,..

Religion News Service

Pastor pens verses on gun violence sung to the tune of church hymns

(RNS) Gun violence has reached a point in this country that the Rev. Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, who has written several hymns about..

Those with ears to hear (music reviews)

Behold! Your Christmas soundtrack!

As a singer/songwriter or popular band, taking on holiday music can be a tricky venture. You're pandering to a very defined theme..

Looking into the lectionary

2nd Sunday in Advent – December 6, 2015

Luke 3:1-6 There were 56 total. Some were ceramic, others made of wood. Most were three-dimensional, but a few of the most..

Voices

Robeson House: Public theology, public action

Guest commentary by Harold Delhagen Growing up with my father meant that family time was filled with history lessons. While my brothers..

Presbyterian News Service

Presbyterian leaders lift up prayers for San Bernardino

As followers of Jesus Christ, we lift up our prayers for the families of San Bernardino who have suffered loss. We pray..

Prayers for the moment

The numbers: A pastoral prayer

355 mass shootings in 336 days. When will the terror stop, O Lord? Schools, movie theatres, clinics, public streets, sanctuaries, government agencies,..

Outlook Reporting

Mission Work Plan in process

LOUISVILLE – Behind the scenes, leadership of the Presbyterian Mission Agency and representatives of Presbyterian Mission Agency board are hard at work..