Micha Boyett has learned that you can’t do it all, and thanks be to God, you don’t have to. She invites parents and others operating in high-achievement “hustle” culture to live into a value system embodied by Jesus and exemplified in the Beatitudes. — Sarah S. Scherschligt
A former moderator reflects on the purpose of General Assembly.
Outlook editor Teri McDowell Ott writes about why the Outlook observes an annual week of shutting down.
The needs of small congregations took central stage in several conversations, including decisions about ordination, curriculum development and shared ministry.
Aaron Stauffer explores a new path to sustainable leadership in the church.
Some news reports have referenced vice presidential candidate JD Vance's apparent association with Catholic Integralism. This leads us to ask: what is Catholic Integralism?
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
“It is enough, now, O Lord,” Elijah prays in 1 Kings 19. We can relate, writes Teri McDowell Ott.
Samantha Coggins writes about God-friends and 1 Thessalonians 3.
Churches for Middle East Peace prays for immediate end to violence in Gaza.
Sonya Massey was a 36-year-old woman from Illinois who was fatally shot by police when she called them for help. Teri McDowell Ott offers a prayer in response to this tragedy.
Jonathan A. Seitz, who has served as a mission co-worker for 15 years, reflects on GA's decision to end the role of mission advisory delegates.
The "Changing the World" confirmation curriculum emphasizes a missional approach to confirmation, commissioning the baptized to serve God’s kingdom and change the world through the Holy Spirit.
The letter comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the U.S., where he is expected to address Congress on Wednesday and meet with President Joe Biden on Thursday.
The Outlook sits down with Jihyun Oh to talk about her priorities and vision for the PC(USA) as the newly-elected stated clerk.
Our culture breeds an assumption of separation: "they" are the problem. How can the church stand against this, asks Teri McDowell Ott?
She would be the first presidential candidate with a diverse personal religious and spiritual history that is now far more representative of America’s multi-faith makeup.
Vilmarie Cintrón-Olivieri, former co-moderator, discusses the significance of the assembly's resolution to consider and support Hispanic Latino-a-é ministry.
The NCC calls on people of faith among its 37 member communions to take action in their local community.
Gustavo Morello, a scholar of religion, writes about tattoos.
A summary of the summer meeting of the Board of Pensions' board of directors.
Packard N. Brown offers strategies for demonstrating your value and transferring skills across work cultures.
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Shea Watts explores the discrepancy between Christianity as an intellectual project and Christianity as a lived reality.
"A piece of bread, an ounce of juice. It looks pretty meager. It looks like what’s on this table isn’t enough. But it is." — John Wurster
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