Read to leave home
To grow, we need to “leave home” physically, psychologically or spiritually, writes Teri McDowell Ott.
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What we’re reading: Summer 2024
The Outlook staff shares some of their summer reads including Laruen Groff, Christian Wiman, and Richard Haas.
The trouble with “the National Church”
Barry Ensign-George, who oversees the Office of Theology & Worship in the Presbyterian Mission Agency, wants to disentangle "Presbyterian" and "U.S.A.".
Upending Torrents: A poem
Jan Bros writes about weather systems, hand wringing and freedom.
A moral call to end the torture of solitary confinement
Beverly Brewster shares a commissioners' resolution that will be introduced this summer at General Assembly.
Twenty-six pastors pen a letter against Olympia overture’s Part B.
Voting against Part B would uphold the Reformed belief in freedom of conscience, letter says.
Columbia’s Wonder of Worship offering $1,000 grants to congregations looking to nurture children in their worship and prayer lives
The Wonder of Worship program at Columbia Theological Seminary is offering a second round of grants of $1,000 to congregations nationally looking to enhance the engagement of children in their corporate workspaces.
Faith formation in crisis: Addressing the need for denominational curriculum
Tori Smit, president of the Association of Partners in Christian Education (APCE), calls for commissioners to approve CF-01 to re-introduce new Reformed curriculum options.
Living letters (June 9, 2024)
How does knowing Christ lead to boldness, asks Amanda Shanks?
Third Sunday after Pentecost — June 9, 2024
John Wurster notes the difference between Jesus' portrayal in John vs. Mark.
Order of worship — June 9, 2024
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Strange Math
A poem about a man who would take walks by Andrew Taylor-Troutman.
Discussion guide for May 2024 issue
In each issue of the Outlook, we include a discussion guide to further reflect on the issue. We recommend using this guide in your Bible study, small group or book club. It's our invitation into a faithful conversation.
Unification Commission introduces its culture consultant
Kelly Beeland has worked with organizations small and large, including the Transportation Security Administration and NASA.
Kendrick vs. Drake and the parallels with Christian integrity
The current beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake causes Chris Burton to reflect the spiritual practice of rebuking.
The grace in innovation
"The practical necessity of innovation in our increasingly post-Christian country is an opportunity, perhaps even a movement of grace," writes Chris Dela Cruz.
Ordination exams: “The time for review is now.”
Rob Lowry, the chair of the Presbyteries’ Cooperative Committee for the Examination of Candidates, writes about revamping the PC(USA) ordination process.
Your summer reading guide — bonus content
Outlook Social Media Producer Jesy Littlejohn and Book Review Editor Amy Pagliarella offer a deeper look into the minds that curate our reading lists. Plus: all the books you should read this summer.
Background checks are essential for kids’ ministry. No one knows how many churches do them.
Many denominations have passed new policies and procedures to make their churches safer for kids — few check to see if churches follow them.
Presbyterian Outlook recognized at Best of the Christian Press Awards
The Outlook received 10 awards, including honors for their design, professional resourcing, theological reflection, and critical review.
Lawmakers unveil statue of Billy Graham in US Capitol
Billy Graham’s son, the Rev. Franklin Graham, praised the statue but said his father ‘would want the focus to be on the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God.’
The N-Word of God
"Let the unorthodox nature of this work speak to the body of believers in new and transformative ways that take seriously the past – and present – in hopes of envisioning a more just future." — Jordan Burton
Order of worship — June 2, 2024
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Second Sunday after Pentecost — June 2, 2024
What does Jesus say about sabbath? How can we apply his wisdom in our lives? Ellen Williams Hensle writes on Mark 2:23–3:6.
Enduring through faith: Paul’s suffering and Corrie ten Boom’s legacy (June 2, 2024)
Amanda Shanks reflects on Colossians, suffering and hope.
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