In this lesson, children will explore the story of Jesus healing Bartimaeus (Mark 10:46-52) and they’ll consider where and how God is calling them to enable inclusion of all God’s people in Christ’s church.
Wallis writes with urgency and passion, and his straightforward and anecdote-packed book is an accessible choice to inspire discussion (and activism) for such a time as this. — Amy Pagliarella
How quickly do I say “no” to people who don’t fit my criteria of those who deserve my help, asks Teri McDowell Ott?
The Italian teenager Carlo Acutis, who died in 2006 of a rare form of leukemia at age 15, will soon become the Catholic Church’s first “millennial saint.”
Based on the real-life story of an arts program, the film follows inmates who form a theater troupe while serving their sentences, processing their emotions through musical performance and acting.
Why does one animal sleep in my bed while the other winds up on my grill? Tony Jones, a hunter and dog owner, investigates this paradox.
Mouw encourages us to think that – just maybe – divine mercy is more generous than our human capacity can conceive. — Blake I. Campbell
(Brous) relays a common exchange with parishioners. “Can’t I just grieve alone in my home? people often ask. No, says the tradition, you can’t, because no one should walk alone through the Valley of the Shadow of Death.” — Emily McGinley
Elizabeth H. Doolin pens a call-and-response prayer for children, caregivers, teachers and all those who living through back-to-school days.
A dispute over weekend parking in bike lanes has left Presbyterian churches and other inner-city congregations dealing with an urban dilemma in Philadelphia.
Shrinking churches means the market for Christian print resources diminishes, too.
These five social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building sustainable financial models.
Salman Rushdie writes about surviving an attempt on his life 30 years after the fatwa that was ordered against him.
Discover the best Advent devotionals for 2025. From contemplative guides to churchwide studies, Amy Pagliarella offers resources for faith, reflection, and growth.
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.
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Commissioners will take on the governance functions of the Committee on the Office of the General Assembly and Presbyterian Mission Agency Board.
Rose Schrott Taylor writes how Abraham responds to God's presence.
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 PC(USA) churches in the Seattle-area grapple with Christian nationalism using the Book of Confessions as a guide. — Haley Ballast
Andrew Taylor-Troutman offers sabbatical reflections.
Social media campaign focuses on General Assembly policy and other information voters need.
Nadia A. Mian, an urban planning expert, reports on how churches are using their properties to respond to community needs.
What happens when preachers stop believing the words they’re preaching, wonders Whitney Wilkinson Arreche?
Cynthia Jarvis writes about how a book is made by both author and reader.
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