Honorably retired (from the June 22, 2015 issue)
Gregory F. Albert, from designated pastor, New Brunswick Presbyterian Church, New Brunswick, N.J. Karen Marie D. Beals, from pastor, Springville Presbyterian Church,..
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Transitions (from the June 22, 2015 issue)
Rich Gelson, to pastor, Pilgrim Presbyterian Church, Phillipsburg, N.J., from pastor, Fairmount Presbyterian Church, Califon, N.J. Nancy Pearson, to pastor, Community Presbyterian..
Anniversaries (from the June 22, 2015 issue)
Memorial Presbyterian Church, Norman, Okla., 50 years
New Book of Order (2015–2017) is now available
LOUISVILLE (PNS) The new Book of Order (2015–2017) is now available for ordering. It incorporates seven constitutional amendments approved by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s 221st..
Charleston’s Emanuel AME Church reopens with prayer, praise and a call for change
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Hundreds Sunday packed the pews of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church readying themselves to bury nine beloved members and..
They Met to Read the Bible (A hymn-prayer lamenting Charleston church murders)
Many people of faith are praying for the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Charleston, South Carolina and the United States after the murder of nine people by..
Prayer for Sunday worship in the wake of the Charleston massacre
Almighty God, our gathering together for worship and prayer is, this day, both an offering of praise and a show of courage...
On World Refugee Day, closed doors or a welcome for the stranger?
GENEVA (WCC) One generally thinks of a pilgrimage as a journey undertaken voluntarily, in an attitude of reflection, peace and serenity, and..
Point of decency
Guest commentary by David Williams There comes a point in every big parliamentary gathering when things can go a little bit off..
12th Sunday of Ordinary Time – June 21, 2015
1 Samuel 17:1a-49 and Mark 4:35-41 - June 21 12th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Proper 7 Power is the topic du jour this..
Charleston Presbyterian pastor calls for unity in the wake of church shooting
CHARLESTON, S.C. (PNS) The Rev. Alonza Washington was in the middle of Vacation Bible School at Wallingford Presbyterian Church in Charleston, S.C.,..
Slain S.C. pastor Clementa Pinckney was ‘a giant, a legend’
“He was a giant, a legend, a moral compass.” Those are the words used by fellow state senator Marlon Kimpson on CNN..
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) welcomes the release of Pope Francis’ papal encyclical Laudato Si’
LOUISVILLE We celebrate the faithful witness and words of Pope Francis today as he encourages responsible, loving care for God’s creation in..
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) reaches out to its sisters and brothers of Emmanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church of Charleston
LOUISVILLE The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) reaches out to its sisters and brothers of Emmanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church of Charleston, South Carolina,..
Seeking new pathways to trust in the midst of divestment
Little did I know in June of 2014 that the next six months of my life would be spent in focused communications..
From Here to Maturity: Overcoming the Juvenilization of American Christianity
by Thomas E. Bergler Wm. B. Eerdmans, Grand Rapids, Mich. 175 pages REVIEWED BY ANDY NAGEL How will we attract the young..
Americans’ confidence in religion hits a new low
(RNS) Americans have less confidence in organized religion today than ever measured before — a sign that the church could be “losing..
Being the church tomorrow
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has been talking about marriage the entire time I have been ordained as a pastor.
Swearingen toast
Guest commentary by Ed Koster In the 1920s, the Presbyterian Church was afflicted by theological, social and polity conflicts that went to..
Valentine finishes a season of leadership open to God’s next call
Linda Valentine, executive director of the Presbyterian Mission Agency, has announced that she intends to resign her position, effective July 10,..
Linda Valentine resigns executive director post at Presbyterian Mission Agency
Letter from Marilyn Gamm, chair of PMAB
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Jesus Christ: After nine years of energetic, imaginative and dedicated service to the Presbyterian Mission Agency, Executive..
Linda Valentine announces resignation
Linda Valentine, executive director of the Presbyterian Mission Agency, has announced that she intends to resign her position, effective July 10. In..
PC(USA) ecumenical committee takes on issues of interfaith relations
LOUISVILLE (PNS) Members of the General Assembly Committee on Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations (GACEIR) gathered in Louisville June 10–12 with related staff to discuss their..
Presbyterian Foundation, Board of Pensions Forge Pioneering Partnership
PHILADELPHIA (PNS) Determined to serve the Church to the utmost in this time of evolutionary change, the Presbyterian Foundation and The Board..
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