When gun violence hits close to home
Mark Jones was in a workshop at Big Tent when he got a text message asking him to call back right away...
A Directory for Worship, not for litigation
DETROIT – Evangelical theologian Mark Achtemeier shared the story of his turnabout from anti-gay ordination activist into a pro-gay marriage advocate with..
General Assembly committee wrestles with same-sex marriage overtures
Some have predicted that if the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) decides to allow its ministers to perform same-sex marriages, many more churches will..
On food sovereignty for all
The phrase ‘food sovereignty’ is one that can leave some shaking their heads in confusion – what is it, and why does..
Belhar Committee turns to a variety of voices to make its case for new confession
Rather than use their 15 minutes on stage to detail the conclusions of their report, the co-moderators of the Special Committee on..
Moderator Heath Rada’s newest friends gather to wish him well
few hundred of Heath Rada’s newest friends and fans waited in a long line Sunday to shake his hand, perhaps snap a..
Vice Moderator Kwong Abazia hopes Assembly can imagine new places
Larissa Kwong Abazia dreams of both safety and substance for the 221st General Assembly (2014). Her running partner, Heath Rada, was elected..
Duel over divestment prompts spate of letters and resolutions
DETROIT— In dueling letters, eight former moderators of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) have lined up on opposing sides of the battle over..
General Assembly business changes: Consent calendar and committee reports
Heads up! Folks following the 2014 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) might want to know of some changes in the..
Foundation’s investments in Palestine pay off
DETROIT – As directed two years ago, the Presbyterian Foundation has found ways to invest thousands of dollars to support business development,..
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