Stated Clerk joins other US faith leaders urging both presidential campaigns to address human rights in Middle East within first 100 days in office
October 18, 2024
The Executive Director and Stated Clerk of the interim unifying agencies, the Rev. Jihyun Oh, joined more than a dozen U.S. Christian faith leaders in signing a letter addressed to both presidential campaigns requesting each “work toward a just and permanent solution that addresses the core issues” in the ongoing violence in Gaza and Israel-Palestine.
Church restarts response to Sand Creek Massacre
Church leaders and Sand Creek representatives from the Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes gathered at Iliff School of Theology to identify concrete ways the denomination can continue to work toward repentance.
Between anguish and resilience
October 18, 2024
The Rev. Dr. Teri McDowell Ott, editor and publisher of the Presbyterian Outlook, conducted the following interview with Doug Dicks, a PC(USA) mission co-worker and regional liaison for Israel, Palestine and Jordan. The article originally appeared in the Presbyterian Outlook and is republished by Presbyterian News Service with permission from the Presbyterian Outlook.
Critical Consultation Demands Urgent Action Against Religious Majoritarianism in South Asia
On October 9, 2024, a crucial consultation on Religious Majoritarianism in South Asia was convened in Berlin, serving as a precursor to the upcoming 2024 International Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief. Organized by the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) in collaboration with the South Asia Forum for Freedom of Religion or […]
Blessing of the Animals service brings in the community
October 18, 2024
In the heart of Petaluma, California, a town steeped in agricultural history, First Presbyterian Church has found a unique way to connect with its community: through a yearly Blessing of the Animals service.
Brethren Volunteer Service seeks applicants for youth ministry placements
The Church of the Brethren has ministries that seek to support youth and provide space for them to experience spiritual growth, become advocates for peace and justice, be in community with one another, and serve as the hands and feet of Jesus. Two of these ministries--FaithX and Youth and Young Adult Ministries--seek individuals who are interested in volunteering with youth and young adult programing for a year through Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS).
Committee on the Office of the General Assembly continues to work on plans for GA227 and GA228
October 17, 2024
Meeting via Zoom on Thursday, members of the Committee on the Office of the General Assembly continued to discuss details about the next two General Assemblies — GA 227 in 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and GA 228 in 2028 at a site that’s yet to be announced.
Walk with me and work with me! National Junior High Sunday 2024 resources are online
Are you ready to support the junior high youth in your congregation in planning and leading worship for National Junior High Sunday? Many congregations will observe National Junior High Sunday on Nov. 3, but encouraging junior high youth to step into worship leadership is more important than the particular Sunday. Work it into your congregation’s worship schedule sometime this fall.