Commentaries can be wrong?
"If we aren’t careful to look for what’s true, we might become yet another voice repeating bad information," writes Elana Keppel Levy.
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Invested Faith announces 9th class of fellows
These six social innovators are working to address systemic issues of injustice in their communities while building a sustainable financial model.
Inspiring leadership
The Presbyterian motto “decently and in order” may reinforce the status quo instead of pushing the boundaries. How does our denomination develop leaders, Aaron Neff wonders?
An idea made manifest: the creation and mission of A Sanctified Art
Rev. Lisle Gwynn Garrity recounts how a twirling vision became the ministry of A Sanctified Art, an arts collective creating resources for church leaders and spiritual seekers.
Presbytery of Philadelphia awarded compelling preaching initiative grant through Lilly Endowment Inc.
The Presbytery of Philadelphia has been awarded a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. They plan to invest in current pastors and start a program to train lay preachers.
A prayer for veterans
Daniel Heath offers a prayer for veterans, especially those residing and working at a Veterans Administration Hospital.
Why compassion matters in times of war
"A compassionate ceasefire is our only hope for peace and reconciliation. It is the only hope for the children," writes The PC(USA) Office of Public Witness.
Podcast review: “Hark! The Stories Behind Our Favorite Christmas Carols”
If you're on the search for Christmas content, we suggest giving the podcast "Hark! The Stories Behind Our Favorite Christmas Carols" a try.
After and After: A poem-prayer for Veterans Day
Andrew Taylor-Troutman offers a worship resource for Remembrance Sunday.
Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost — November 19, 2023
What are we to make of the harsh master in Matthew 25:14-30, Carol Holbrook Prickett wonders?
Differing opinions in the church (November 19, 2023)
If we believe God’s faithfulness is creating new life within each person, then pressuring others to conform to a particular version of faith fails to honor the Spirit, writes Ted Foote, Jr.
Exploring Judges — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will explore several Israelite judges and what it means to be a human leader who acts on God's behalf.
Order of worship — November 19, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
How to deal with visual misinformation circulating in the Israel-Hamas war and other conflicts
What is our ethical responsibility for consuming and sharing news online? Paul Morrow, a Human Rights Fellow at the University of Dayton, offers his analysis.
Why Black women like Yolanda Pierce are rising to lead top theology schools
The academy is raising up the voices it once blocked.
Sensory-rich worship: Creating memorable and meaningful worship experiences
Marcia McFee helps faith leaders discover sensory-rich ways of being intentional for those at worship.
Honoring the diversity of God’s creation
We are caretakers of a holy conversation sparked by a visual expression of God’s word, writes Theresa Cho.
The perilous and promising pulpit
"Before there is faithful preaching, there is faithful listening," writes Thomas G. Long.
PC(USA) Washington office urges an “immediate ceasefire” in Israel/Palestine
On Oct. 30, the Presbyterian Office of Public Witness (OPW) issued a statement calling for a ceasefire in Israel/Palestine. "Political leaders declare war, civilians pay the price," it says.
Presbyterian Peace Fellowship announces new executive director
After a summer of interviews, discernment, and prayer, Presbyterian Peace Fellowship introduces Rev. Dr. Laurie Lyter Bright as their new executive director.
Israeli, Palestinian, Muslim or Jewish: Some pain doesn’t fit the story we want to hear
People of faith are called to have compassion, regardless of our preferred political narratives, opines Michael Woolf.
What my grandson was looking at
What do babies see when they stare at the ceiling? Scott Barton wonders if it might be the memories of loved ones they never get to meet.
The Board of Pensions’ fall bulletin 2023
A summary of the fall meeting of the Board of Pensions' board of directors.
Horizons — The bleeding woman’s encounter
Rosalind Banbury's third reflection on the 2023-2024 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
The wonder of art
"Presbyterians have always valued the intellectual, through our emphasis on biblical study and lifelong learning, but we should also embrace the power of wonder," writes Teri McDowell Ott.
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