The belovedness of community
In the Korean Presbyterian church of her childhood, Mihee Kim-Kort learned the necessity of belonging.
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Not So Churchy, a 1001 New Worshiping Community of the PC(USA)
Kristen Guest reflects on how her community cultivates belonging. Both online and in-person, their doors are always open to everyone — even after worship begins!
Finding Phoebe: What New Testament Women Were Really Like
Dispelling long-held myths about the experiences and expectations of ancient women, Hylen provides ample evidence that women were impactful, vocal and a powerful social force in the time of Jesus.
Let’s reframe vitality
Phillip Blackburn offers two tips for thinking about church vitality in rural settings.
Abortion pill rulings undermine religious freedom, interfaith leaders say
Multiple faith groups object to Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk’s ruling on mifepristone, saying it is motivated by a sectarian version of Christianity that tramples over their beliefs.
Easter season vocabulary words: Completeness
In this children's message, Sara Pantazes explores what it means to feel complete.
Waiting on a promise (April 30, 2023)
A lesson for April 30, 2023, about Acts 1 and waiting.
Fourth Sunday of Easter — April 30, 2023
In this lectionary reflection, editor Teri McDowell Ott reflects on the meaning of awe and the day-by-day pace it sets for the early Christian community.
What is church? — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will explore Acts’ description of early groups of worshipers, noticing how they chose to demonstrate their faith and build community.
Order of worship — April 30, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
DeSantis reinvents a public university using Christian Hillsdale as a model
DeSantis’ laboratory of anti-wokeness could become a template for GOP governors across the land.
An invitation to belonging: The Belonging Project
Meet the thought leaders behind Presbyterian Outlook's April issue on belonging.
Horizons — Celebrating Sabbath — Sabbath and Community
Lesson 9 of the 2022-2023 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
Christian astronaut to pilot first crewed moon mission since 1972
Piloting the first moon mission in over 50 years will be Victor Glover, a Christian who has worshipped with Churches of Christ congregations.
After mass shooting, Nashville church will host classes for Covenant School
The Covenant School will resume classes in the meeting place of the Brentwood Hills Church of Christ after the March 27 mass shooting at their facility.
We know Americans have become less religious. Surprising new data shows us where.
North and South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Michigan saw drops in total religious adherents of at least 10%.
Now’s the time to act
The days after Easter hold a unique opportunity for pastors to engage their community, writes Raymond R. Roberts.
Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age
"While I was seeking the words to describe what I longed for, Katherine May wrote them all in this book. I will return to Enchantment again and again."
What does belonging feel like?
Eric Barretto and Willie James Jennings discuss how our knowledge of belonging resides in our bodies.
There’s a reason every hit worship song sounds the same
A new study found that the most popular worship songs come from a handful of megachurches with a knack for writing pop songs about what God will do for you.
Can a teacher put John 3:16 in email signature? District says no; her lawyers say yes
An official of a Virginia school district said its ‘determination is not based on any particular religious viewpoint.’
Love for Easter-only worshippers
How one pastor’s investment in a theology of belonging has liberated him from resentment.
Reflections on belonging and a painful symbol of American slavery: Stepping stones
As he walks through the National Museum of African American History and Culture, Master of Divinity student Tatum Miller considers what it means to belong.
Bonhoeffer and the structure of belonging
Dustin Benac explores Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s question that haunts us all: where do I belong?
Board of Pensions announces a season of rebuilding
The new initiative is designed to address Benefits Plan affordability issues faced by congregations.
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