The 226th General Assembly opens quietly
Audio problems slow, but don’t halt, the assembly’s opening livestream plenary Tuesday morning.
PC(USA) to engage GE and Palantir on human rights concerns
The finance committee recommends the assembly approve "focused engagement" techniques with GE and Palantir in efforts to end the companies’ military equipment and AI surveillance production.
Advice from the Advisory Committee on the Constitution on Item POL-01
The Advisory Committee on the Constitution evaluates the Olympia overture, POL-01.
UKirk Collegiate Ministries Association Board endorses Olympia overture
"We believe the overture calls each of us to value the beautiful diversity of the Body of Christ, while also inviting all of us called to serve in ordered ministries to imagine how our welcome can be as full and complete as God’s welcome to each of us in Jesus Christ."
The connectional needs of the church
Teri McDowell Ott interviews Acting Stated Clerk Bronwen Boswell as she wraps up her time in the position.
Former PC(USA) moderators, co-moderators and vice moderators voice support of Olympia overture
A group of leaders elected by past General Assemblies advocates for POL-01.
Denominational committees offer guidance on POL-01 to General Assembly
Several PC(USA) committees have submitted advise and counsel to GA on the Olympia overture.
Finance and budgeting issues will take center stage when Financial Resources Committee convenes
Committee will consider recommendations from MRTI, the Special Offerings Review Task Force, the Presbyterian Foundation, among others.
You’re invited: Presbyterian Peace Fellowship’s General Assembly breakfast on June 22
The keynote speaker at the breakfast is Zoughbi al Zoughbi, a peacemaker in West Bank, Palestine. Hymn Writer Carolyn Winfrey Gillette will also receive the Peaceseeker Award.
Race, Sexuality and Gender Justice Committee to consider two resolutions and one interim report
Proposals include recognizing March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility.
Domestic Engagement Committee to consider action on gun violence, studies on both Artificial Intelligence and white Christian nationalism
One overture asks the assembly to advocate for amending the US Constitution.
Exploring Salt Lake City like a local
While free time at #GA226 might be limited, don't miss out on these Salt Lake City classics. Utah native Natalily Kyremes-Parks shares her top recommendations.
Co-moderator candidates speak about racism, climate change, inclusion and more
On June 6, 2024, Outlook Editor Teri McDowell Ott sat down with #GA226 co-moderator candidates. Catch the conversation, if you missed it, here.
GA backs removal of ‘punishment clause’ from U.S. Constitution
13th Amendment still allows slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for people who are incarcerated.
Committee on International Engagement likely focus to be on Israel/Palestine issues
Supporting Guatemala and using gospel of love as guiding principle for advocacy also on the overture docket.
Mid Councils Committee to hear from synods and the host mid council of GA 226, the Presbytery of Utah
Committee will also consider formation of a permanent GA Commission on Mid Councils.
Flexibility sought for small congregations
Blake Brinegar updates on new General Assembly proposals impacting small congregations.
MRTI advocates for meaningfully addressing climate change
MRTI, a PC(USA) faith-based investment committee, is not overlooking pressing issues or grappling with analysis paralysis; we are living into the pivotal yet limited role of our committee, write Kerri N. Allen and Mark Douglas.
Discussion on non-discrimination overture POL-01 heats up ahead of GA committee meetings
Some say the changes challenge ‘freedom of conscience.’ Others feel the overture offers clarity to the PC(USA)’s stand against discrimination.
General Assembly Procedures Committee to consider changes to the Standing Rules of the General Assembly
Committee members will also consider recommending Milwaukee as host of the 227th General Assembly.
Hybrid format + condensed schedule = no exhibit hall at #GA226
The decision to have no exhibit hall for the General Assembly in Salt Lake City sparks strong reactions. Greg Allen-Pickett reports.
LGBTQIA+ Equity Advocacy Committee responds to pastors’ petition on the Olympia Overture
Change.org petition creates a spirited social media debate.
How can we best serve small and rural congregations?
The majority of PC(USA) congregations are small. Phil Blackburn, Daniel Lee and Caroline Dennis talk about important denominational issues from this perspective.
The trouble with “the National Church”
Barry Ensign-George, who oversees the Office of Theology & Worship in the Presbyterian Mission Agency, wants to disentangle "Presbyterian" and "U.S.A.".
A moral call to end the torture of solitary confinement
Beverly Brewster shares a commissioners' resolution that will be introduced this summer at General Assembly.
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