Order of worship — October 29, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
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Advent devotional and group study recommendations
There are so many Advent resources for church leaders to wade through, so we did some of the heavy lifting. Here is Amy Pagliarella's short list for 2023 Advent materials.
Why you’re not seeing Palestinian suffering
How is the conflict in the Middle East being presented?
American Jews listen to harrowing stories of death and disarray from Israel
A daring rescue of a family that had barricaded in their home during a Hamas-led attack is one of many stories now being shared in the American Jewish community.
Mastering the divine
Jenny McDevitt shares her faithful conversation about theological education with two recent graduates and current pastors with Sarah Speed and TJ Remaley.
Let’s be honest
When it comes to the future of the church, it's tempting to put our heads in the sand, writes Rebecca Gresham. Let's be honest about the decline of mainline religion — and that God is still present and active.
Redeeming Violent Verses: A Guide for Using Troublesome Texts in Church and Ministry
"Seibert offers a path toward healing wounds found in the death and destruction of long-ignored Scripture," writes Jo Wiersema.
October 15-22, 2023, is the Week of Prayer for World Peace
Join the Iona Community and Alignment: Interfaith Contemplative Practices for a digital experience this Week of Prayer, which can be used by individuals and faith communities around the world.
For giving me the things I need
From apples to sunflower seeds to a small daughter's blessing.
Presbyterian Peace Fellowship statement on Israel and Gaza
"Presbyterian Peace Fellowship condemns the attacks by Hamas on civilian and military targets in Israel, and Israel’s attacks on civilian and military targets in Gaza."
Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) implores restraint, de-escalation of conflict, humanitarian access, and addressing core issues of conflict
Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) continues to grieve the devastating loss of life in Israel/Palestine. As the numbers of those killed and injured climb, we ask people of faith to remain committed to praying and working toward an immediate end to the violence.
Brian Houston teases new book and comeback
Disgraced Hillsong founder Brian Houston has announced plans to write a new book sharing his story.
Adaptive leadership: Leading in our changing world, especially in the face of resistance
Leading in our changing world, especially in the face of resistance, says Tod Bolsinger, requires resilience.
The Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms: Why Spiritualities without God Fail to Transform Us
"In this age of church decline, (Andrew) Root focuses us on the ongoing revelation of the living, acting God," writes Philip J. Reed.
A prayer responding to war in Israel and Gaza
Lord, hear our prayers.
The Earth is the Lord’s — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In today’s lesson, children will explore an exchange between Jesus and the Pharisees looking for the deeper truth behind his words.
Order of worship — October 22, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost — October 22, 2023
When asked a loaded question about money and power, Jesus chooses to offer his audience hope — and an invitation to connect with one another, writes Carol Holbrook Prickett.
Examples of righteousness (October 22, 2023)
Just as Paul turns to Abraham for an example of God's goodness in Galatians 3, British Hyrams turns to the life Melva Wilson Costen as a personal example.
Faith-based health organizations defend at-risk AIDS initiative from Republicans
Many faith-based organizations opposed to abortion are fighting for PEPFAR, an AIDS program that some Republicans now claim provides abortion services.
Common humanity and courageous humility
Drawing on her decades of ministry experience, Joanna Adams shares several memorable lessons, including one from Bishop Desmond Tutu.
COGA paves a new way forward
GA226 will see many historic changes, including no exhibitor hall and the election of a new stated clerk.
How Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary has shaped past leaders and how it shapes leaders today
To fully appreciate how JCSTS has shaped leaders in both the past and the present, recall the history of education in this country for those who were formerly enslaved and for their descendants, writes Paul Roberts.
Presbyterian Outlook calls for submissions
We want to hear from you on the theme "small is beautiful!"
Grants will support innovative programs to strengthen preaching
Lilly Endowment Inc. has approved grants to 81 organizations through its Compelling Preaching Initiative to help Christian pastors strengthen their abilities to proclaim the gospel in more engaging and effective ways.
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