Cracks in the ‘stained-glass ceiling’: Women reach prominent pulpits
(RNS) Chicago. New York. Washington, D.C. In quick succession this year, three women have been chosen to lead historic tall-steeple churches in..
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Christian leaders call for end to US strikes in Iraq, focus on peaceful resolution
(RNS) Even as some prominent Christians are calling on the U.S. to take more forceful military action against Islamic extremists in Iraq and..
How the West Won: The Neglected Story of the Triumph of Modernity
by Rodney Stark Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Wilmington, Del. 455 pages REVIEWED BY ROBERT L. MONTGOMERY This is a book for those who,..
Jason Brian Santos to head PC(USA)’s collegiate ministries
LOUISVILLE (PNS) The Rev. Jason Brian Santos has been named the new associate for collegiate ministries for the Presbyterian Mission Agency (PMA) of the Presbyterian Church,..
US Muslims ask John Kerry for protection on Mecca pilgrimage
(RNS) Concerned for the safety of U.S. citizens soon headed to Mecca, 27 Muslim-American groups are asking the State Department to better..
Living soil
by Jacob Bolton I was learning about compost. I’d never composted before, but a member of the church I serve informed me..
Canceling VBS
I would love this to be one of those articles whose title is a misnomer – an article that claims it is..
WCC commission leadership selected
GENEVA - At the Central Committee meeting of the World Council of Churches (WCC), leadership of the Council’s consultative bodies was announced. These..
Fertile soil, faithful hands
by Rick Morris Early in the morning last December I awoke to a call from my classmate Kiko. A fox had gotten..
I LOVE Vacation Bible School, and I am not ashamed to say it!
Nothing brings me more joy than to transform the sanctuary into the new, exciting location in which our VBS will take place…..
Praying Missionally: A Visit to the National Gathering of the Fellowship Community and ECO
Last week I was at the Fellowship Community/ECO conference in Dallas, TX. The Fellowship Community (formed recently from the Fellowship of Presbyterians..
Facing up to Ferguson: Faith communities play key role in conversations about race, local pastors say
LOUISVILLE (PNS) Faith communities can and should play a larger role in calling for justice and leading difficult conversations about race, said..
Why I listen to Christmas music in July (and August)
This may be one of the more inflammatory things I’ve said in awhile: I listen to Christmas music in July. In recent..
Making stewards: A manifesto
BIBLICAL FOUNDATION From the opening chapters of Genesis to the end of Revelation, the Bible teaches that God is the creator and..
September 1, 2014: Digital issue for subscribers
The digital issue of the Presbyterian Outlook’s September 1,, 2014 issue is now available! It is viewable on almost all computers, tablets, and smartphones. ..
Mark Driscoll to step down while Mars Hill reviews charges
(RNS) Controversial Seattle megachurch founder Mark Driscoll will step down for at least six weeks while church leaders review formal charges lodged by a..
Christians, Yazidis need more than escape: Catholic Relief official in Iraq
(RNS) Kris Ozar, 37, is in charge of programming for Catholic Relief Services in Egypt and is now in northern Iraq coordinating the charity’s emergency..
Breaking News Letters from The Presbyterian Outlook’s Editor Jack Haberer and Board of Directors President Christopher Edmonston
Dear Outlook Friend, With the blessing of the Peace River Presbytery, the congregation of Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church in Naples, Florida, has extended to me..
The Editor’s Outlook: A conversation with Jack Haberer on the Really Big Issues Facing the Church
A Farewell Presentation and Conversation featuring Jack Haberer A 90-minute Presbyterian Outlook webinar on Tuesday, September 23 at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT) Join Jack..
Film in review – “The One I Love”
Those of us who have been married for a very long time (this writer has 45 years and counting) finally come to..
Surprised by Scripture: Engaging Contemporary Issues
by N.T. Wright HarperOne. New York. 240 pages As with any controversial author who has written scores of books, readers must be..
Presbyterian lessons from the Vietnam War
by Rick Nutt What is the legacy of the Vietnam War for Presbyterians? Did we learn any lessons that help us address..
How Kent Brantly survived Ebola: Intense medical care — and prayer
(RNS) An American doctor treated for Ebola, Kent Brantly, was discharged from Atlanta’s Emory University Hospital Thursday (Aug. 21). Another American aid..
Can we gather at the table?
LOUISVILLE (PNS) For the past twelve years, The Episcopal Church and the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) have been engaged in bilateral dialogue as part..
Yazidis and Christians forced to flee their homes in Iraq: A conversation with Jonah Salim
It’s difficult news to comprehend: ISIS militants in Iraq forcing Yazidis (an Iraqi religious minority) and Christians to flee their homes, whole..
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