Presbyterian Mission Agency Compassion, Peace and Justice Archives

Companion Guide to the Commitment to Peacemaking

Posted October 19th, 2020

The Companion Guide to the Commitment to Peacemaking accompanies the Commitment to Peacemaking. It assists congregations, mid councils and theological institutions as they make, reaffirm and deepen their commitment to peacemaking. The Guide outlines a unique process of worship, spiritual grounding and reflection, community building and partnership, study and preparation, and direct action and advocacy,… Read more »

Presbyterians and Peacemaking: Are We Now Called to Resistance?

Posted August 21st, 2020

Developed by members of the Advisory Council in Church and Society for study and response as part of a policy development in preparation for the 199th General Assembly (1987), Presbyterians and Peacemaking: Are We Now Called to Resistance? examines the concept of resistance as a “stance of faith” embodied in Biblical and historical precedents. It… Read more »

Seeking to be Faithful Together: Guidelines for Presbyterians in Times of Disagreement

Posted August 5th, 2020

The 204th General Assembly (1992) adopted these Guidelines for its own life and provided them as a tool to congregations and other bodies of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to use in times of conflict and disagreement. The Guidelines offer clear, simple suggestions for dealing with differences, transforming them into opportunities for growth, grace and understanding…. Read more »

We Choose Welcome Action Guide

Posted June 15th, 2020

The “We Choose Welcome Action Guide” invites Presbyterians to extend biblical hospitality and stand in solidarity with our refugee neighbors. It includes background, guidance, and resources to help you and your congregation get started in welcoming refugees to our community.

Raising Awareness of Mental Health Issues on a College Campus

Posted May 21st, 2020

Campus ministers are called to affirm the whole person, so what is our role as those who minister to students during college years who find themselves struggling with mental health issues? Because most ministers serving in higher education are not licensed therapists, what can a campus minister or other staff person do when confronted with… Read more »

Being Grounded: A Campus Minister’s Guide to Working with those Struggling with Mental Health Issues

Posted May 19th, 2020

Being a campus minister means you are often a “first responder” when students’ struggles with mental health become overwhelming. We hope this resource helps you feel more confident in what you have to offer when helping your students access the care they need.

24/7 Crisis Helplines

Posted May 7th, 2020

Curated links to National 24/7 helplines including Disaster Distress Helpline, Suicide Prevention Helpline, Veterans Crisis Line, Domestic Violence Hotline, ChildHelp Child Abuse Hotline, and Trevor Project Lifeline for LGBTQ+ Young People. JPG version

Steps Pastors and Congregations Can Take to Prepare for Mental Health Impacts of COVID-19

Posted April 29th, 2020

Practical suggestions for pastors and churches with links to several sources of online training in skills of mental health first aid, suicide prevention, and trauma-informed pastoral care.

Mental Health Well-Being during a Pandemic

Posted March 23rd, 2020

Produced by Presbyterian Mental Health Network (PMHN). Single sheet, downloadable. Designed for congregations, clergy, and communities. Coping with emotions of stress, fear and panic, and tips for promoting mental and spiritual well-being in the unfolding context.

SDOP Sunday sermon

Posted March 9th, 2020

This is a sermon from the Rev. Denise Anderson for SDOP Sunday 2020.

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