Sixth Sunday after Pentecost — June 30, 2024
Carol Holbrook Prickett writes about Mark 5:21-43 in conversation with Evie, a 12-year-old girl.
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Fearless witness, fiery testimony (June 30, 2024)
Shea Watts writes about ordinary time and Paul's defense in Acts 26.
Southern Baptists pass resolution calling for strictures to curb IVF
At their annual meeting, Southern Baptists joined the recently renewed debate over in vitro fertilization, passing a resolution calling for restrictions on the practice. Some leaders went further, condemning the procedure as immoral.
Bridging the gap: Engaging young adults in faith and social justice
The Young Adult Advocacy Conference, hosted in Charlotte this fall, aims to show young people the connection between faith and justice work, both historically and today.
A prayer before a presidential debate
A prayer for peace, a prayer for perspective by Erin Weber-Johnson and Mieke Vandersall.
Southern Baptists don’t get votes to add ‘only men’ pastors language to constitution
Yet, the convention decided to disfellowship a Virginia church that has a woman serving as pastor for children and women.
Heaven at a softball tailgate
To Maggie Alsup, the kingdom of God looks like a tailgate of rivals in Oklahoma City — everyone pulling up a chair and grabbing a plate of food.
Reader’s opinions: “A call to reform the PC(USA) ordination process”
Readers respond to David Wigger's "A call to reform the PC(USA) ordination process.”
The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church
Sarah McCammon is a compassionate companion as well as a reliable teacher for pastors, therapists and friends wondering how to better understand and support exvangelicals on the journey. — Amy Pagliarella
GA backs removal of ‘punishment clause’ from U.S. Constitution
13th Amendment still allows slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for people who are incarcerated.
Committee on International Engagement likely focus to be on Israel/Palestine issues
Supporting Guatemala and using gospel of love as guiding principle for advocacy also on the overture docket.
Mid Councils Committee to hear from synods and the host mid council of GA 226, the Presbytery of Utah
Committee will also consider formation of a permanent GA Commission on Mid Councils.
Flexibility sought for small congregations
Blake Brinegar updates on new General Assembly proposals impacting small congregations.
Ecumenical and Interfaith Partnerships Committee to review the work of global partners of the PC(USA)
Committee has six items of business to consider.
Order of worship — June 23, 2024
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost — June 23, 2024
Teri McDowell Ott writes about suffering.
Throw the anchor (June 23, 2024)
Amanda Shanks writes about Hebrews 6:9-20.
Advisory Committee on Social Witness Policy provides new mental health guide
The ‘2024 Guide for Mental Health Ministry’ can help churches offer mental health outreach.
PPF to offer churches practical training for Gun Violence prevention
Join the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship at the James Atwood Institute for Congregational Courage at Ghost Ranch Aug. 22-25, 2024.
Disillusioned
Using research and personal stories, Benjamin Herold posits that the portrait of suburban America as a place of upward mobility for all is an illusion. — Amy Pagliarella
Ordination Committee to address a host of issues related to the ‘ordered ministries’ of the Church
Proposals call for greater clarity around 'shared ministry.'
Presbyterian Outlook board honors Brian K. Blount with E.T. Thompson award
Brian K. Blount, a New Testament scholar, preacher, teacher, and leader, was honored with the lifetime achievement award during the Outlook’s webinar on June 6.
MRTI advocates for meaningfully addressing climate change
MRTI, a PC(USA) faith-based investment committee, is not overlooking pressing issues or grappling with analysis paralysis; we are living into the pivotal yet limited role of our committee, write Kerri N. Allen and Mark Douglas.
Southern Baptist ethics committee says IVF is immoral, tells Christians to oppose it
Echoing Catholic teaching, ERLC President Brent Leatherwood says the procedure causes moral harm and separates procreation from sex.
Discussion on non-discrimination overture POL-01 heats up ahead of GA committee meetings
Some say the changes challenge ‘freedom of conscience.’ Others feel the overture offers clarity to the PC(USA)’s stand against discrimination.
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