When the church chooses to wait
Following the General Assembly's referral of a proposed monogamy requirement, Jacob Douylliez reflects on why patient discernment has long been central to the church's search for truth.
PC(USA) membership decline slows, but congregations continue to close
The denomination remained above 1 million members in 2025, even as 127 churches dissolved.
Presbyterian patriotism: Honestly honoring our history
In the wake of the PC(USA)'s condemnation of Christian nationalism, Matthew B. Warren explores how Presbyterians can love their country without confusing it with the kingdom of God.
One hundred volunteers, one presbytery: The people of Milwaukee Presbytery and COLA
From airport greetings to worship planning, members of the Presbytery of Milwaukee worked behind the scenes to make the 227th General Assembly possible.
Assembly declines to send proposed confession to presbyteries
Instead, commissioners approved an additional churchwide study before deciding whether the draft should become part of the "Book of Confessions."
From relief to renewal: What the Jinishian Memorial Program teaches the church about mission
As the Jinishian Memorial Program marks 60 years, Greg Allen Pickett explores what its long commitment to local leadership and civic formation can teach the church about mission.
As commissioners debated fossil fuels, Milwaukee’s streets carried a different kind of climate protest
While the 227th General Assembly approved five climate-related items on Monday’s consent agenda, Saturday’s World Naked Bike Ride brought its own message about fossil fuels to the city hosting it.
PC(USA) Young Adult Advisory Delegates struggle to reconcile differences
YAADs described sharply different experiences of a reconciliation gathering, with some appreciating the effort and others saying key concerns went unaddressed.
Assembly declares Israel’s war in Gaza a genocide
After hearing emotional testimony from a former GA moderator who recalled fleeing his home as a child, commissioners voted 454-15 to approve the measure.
Approved PC(USA) budget for ’27-’28 increased $5.8 million
Commissioners approved a $188.4 million budget for 2027–28, raised General Assembly per capita rates, and extended work on a new denominational funding model.
227th General Assembly elects Pumroy-Cordero, Schondelmeyer as co-moderators
Commissioners elected the pair on the first ballot after participating in a lengthy question-and-answer session with the full slate of candidates.
Assembly creates commission to investigate World Mission closure
After hours of debate and multiple amendments, commissioners replaced a proposed task force with a commission empowered to investigate the 2025 closure of Presbyterian World Mission and recommend disciplinary action where warranted.
PC(USA) General Assembly votes to hold its next assembly in Puerto Rico
The 227th General Assembly approved plans to hold the denomination's first assembly outside the continental United States, adding cultural competency training ahead of the 2028 gathering in Puerto Rico.
Assembly approves changes to ministry preparation and ordination
Changes to ministry preparation and ordination moved forward as the assembly also celebrated theological educators and confirmed seminary presidents.
PC(USA) labels White Christian nationalism ‘Theological Error’
Calling White Christian nationalism incompatible with the teachings of Jesus, commissioners approved a proposed constitutional amendment and a new policy statement opposing the ideology.
A full house honors Diane Moffett for a life of ministry and service as head of former Presbyterian Mission Agency
At GA227, Moffett said she is not retiring after the elimination of the agency she led for six years — and that she knows 'restructuring is hard.'
PC(USA) General Assembly 227 votes to approve all Committee on Constitutional Interpretation recommendations
General Assembly approved all committee recommendations, including a ban on employee nondisclosure covenants and referral of the monogamy overture for broader study.
Three honored with Women of Faith Awards
The Rev. Adele Langworthy and the Rev. Blanca Estrella Otaño-Rivera and Ruling Elder Selma Jackson are celebrated at biennial breakfast.
Columbia Seminary addresses restructuring at GA227 luncheon; board member Anderson says ‘much hurt was caused’
President acknowledges 'profound human cost' of cuts; board chair denies race was a factor. Enrollment data shows incoming class is 60 percent people of color.
Assembly approves racial justice measures after debate over “White Christian nationalism”
After debate over “White Christian nationalism,” commissioners approved RAC-04, mandatory anti-racism training, and additional racial justice measures.
Assembly advances several gender and sexuality initiatives
Commissioners approved support for gender-affirming healthcare, changes to ministry discernment profiles and a new denomination-wide study on sexuality, gender and family after extended floor debate.
At Milwaukee’s Big Red Church, the elders are the ministers
Calvary Presbyterian Church in Milwaukee survived not by recreating its past but by trusting its elders, partnering with its presbytery and opening its historic building to the community.
Peace Fellowship honors peacemakers, highlights justice work during General Assembly gathering
The Presbyterian Peace Fellowship presented its 2025 and 2026 Peaceseeker Awards and heard a keynote urging faithful action for peace and justice.
Town Square brings exhibits and connections back to General Assembly
Stickers, tote bags, theological books, ministry resources and lively conversations filled three rooms of the Baird Center on Saturday afternoon as the 227th General Assembly welcomed back a version of a longtime assembly tradition: the exhibit hall.
GA227 clears 64 items by consent, confirms four entity leaders on opening night in Milwaukee
The assembly’s first full day moves quickly through procedure, budget, and leadership confirmations — and carries the weight of World Mission and climate into the evening.
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