Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost — November 5, 2023
I thought I knew God. Then I went to seminary, writes Teri McDowell Ott. I thought I knew God. Then I volunteered in a prison.
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What’s the matter with theological education?
Barbara Wheeler examines the critical and constructive project led by Ted Smith of Candler School of Theology that predicts professional models of ministry, denominations and congregations will not survive in their current form.
10 tips for crafting inclusive worship experiences
Pastor and educator Donald Griggs offers ten ways to create inclusive worship by applying educational theories such as Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences.
Introducing the Outlook’s new social media producer
Presbyterian Outlook welcomes Jesy Littlejohn to our staff.
Interreligious respect and care: A Virginia rabbi’s letter to a local Muslim society
All Dulles Area Muslim Society and Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation have partnered for 15 years. In a letter penned earlier this week, Rabbi Michael G. Holzman emphasizes the importance of their relationship in the face of violence.
Canterbury mourns ‘appalling’ loss after Anglican hospital hit in Gaza
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby spoke as news emerged of a deadly rocket attack on al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza, run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem.
Who Weeps with Me? A prose poem before a vigil of peace
In response to recent violence, Andrew Taylor-Troutman shares a poem he wrote while planning a peace vigil.
PC(USA) mission co-worker shares an update from the Holy Land
Teri McDowell Ott speaks to Doug Dicks, the PC(USA) regional liaison to Israel, Palestine and Jordan.
Hear Us Out: Six Questions on Belonging and Belief
"Pizor Yoder and team unearthed stories that create an 'unfiltered' description of 'nones' and 'dones' driven by more curiosity than judgment and more empathy than analysis." — Rocky Supinger
Forgiveness: Drawing close to the wound
What happens when you are denied forgiveness? Katy Shevel shares her experience and how she is finding a way forward.
Rev. Dr. Jonathan Lee Walton inaugurated as Princeton Theological Seminary’s eighth president
Walton underscored urgency in making theological education more accessible and inclusive in his inaugural address.
Christian leaders call for ‘End To Cycle Of Violence’ between Israeli Jews and Palestinian Muslims
Catholic, Orthodox and Protestant leaders in the Holy Land call for de-escalation of violence.
Churches for Middle East Peace joins United Nations in call not to ignore Gazans “dying at the world’s watch”
The PC(USA) is a member of the Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP).
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost — October 29, 2023
Teri McDowell Ott reflects on Leviticus 19 through the lens of Netflix's true-crime series, "Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal." Two women in the docuseries remind her of the cost of honesty.
The law is not the problem (October 29, 2023)
When reading Galatians, it can be easy to conceptualize the law as an evil disciplinarian. Rose Schrott Taylor argues that this isn't what Paul is saying.
Order of worship — October 29, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
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."
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