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Adopt a Family initiative in Kenya feeds 32K families in two months

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On March 15, the Kenyan government confirmed the first cases of COVID-19 and announced a nationwide ban on large gatherings, along with the closure of schools and nonessential businesses. Two days later, the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) held a press conference to announce the closure of its worship services in adherence with the government directive.

Faith formation at home

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For decades, children whose clothing has caught fire have been taught by teachers and firefighters alike to stop, drop and roll.

Homeland Security

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A Letter from Judy Chan, serving in Hong Kong March 2020 Write to Judy Chan Individuals: Give online to E200323 for Judy Chan’s sending and support Congregations: Give to D506109 for Judy Chan’s sending… Read more »

‘It is a righteous and holy anger that sees injustice and knows that it is wrong’

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The Rev. Dr. Diane Moffett, president and executive director of the Presbyterian Mission Agency, released this statement Wednesday about the deep pain and anger that’s led to demonstrations and violence in cities across the county since the May 25 death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police: “My soul is troubled. With the COVID-19 pandemic raging, killing over 106,000 people in this country and disproportionately impacting communities of color, and with the slayings of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and just this week David McAtee, my cup runneth over with despair.

PC(USA) Hispanic/Latino-a faith community holds firm to faith in God

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The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a tremendous toll on communities of color across the country. And while black and brown people are adversely affected in times of health and economic crisis because of decades of systemic racism and poverty, they remain resilient in their ability to forge ahead despite structural obstacles.