Presbyterians Today Archives

Unglued Church: Resurrection or resuscitation?

Posted April 6th, 2017

If you go to a church that follows the Revised Common Lectionary, you may have heard (or preached) a sermon last Sunday based upon the story of Mary, Martha and their brother Lazarus (John 11:1-44). Jesus’ raising of Lazarus from the dead is the last of John’s seven narrated “signs” of Jesus, all of which point to his identity as Messiah and lead people to believe in him.

A witness to resurrection hope

Posted April 5th, 2017

While violence and fear continue to pervade war-torn Syria, Presbyterians across the United States are helping those displaced by the conflict rebuild their lives. Thanks to previous gifts given to One Great Hour of Sharing, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been able to respond quickly to the refugee crisis.

Korean-American churches navigate cultural changes

Posted March 20th, 2017

First-, second- and “1.5-generation” Korean-Americans are learning to find common ground as they worship God and educate the next generation.

Mission work isn’t just a Cinderella story

Posted March 20th, 2017

Becoming a mission partner takes commitment, humility and a willing spirit to forge a give-and-take, long-term relationship.

A mother’s odyssey to understand her transgender child

Posted March 20th, 2017

Love and unwavering determination saved her child’s life and helped pave the way for self-acceptance and happiness.

Celebrating Triduum — the Great Three Days of Holy Week

Posted March 20th, 2017

Reviving the church’s ancient celebration of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, the Great Sabbath and the Great Vigil of Easter.

Go Figure: What Presbyterians agree are the key concepts of faith

Posted March 20th, 2017

Presbyterians overwhelmingly agree that the concept of God’s grace means that God loves everyone, no matter who they are or what they do.

Justice for God’s World: Faith vs. Fear

Posted March 20th, 2017

What the Bible mandates about welcoming aliens and strangers should trump our worries about “outsiders.”

The give-and-take of Lent

Posted February 14th, 2017

A Q & A with Michelle Bartel – Coordinator of Theological Education and Seminary Relations for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

Beyond bingo: The changing face of older adult ministry

Posted February 2nd, 2017

At a time in her life when Joan Hurlock especially needed spiritual and emotional support, she found herself drifting away from her faith community after her husband of more than 50 years became chronically ill. Although well prepared for her role as caregiver, Hurlock felt overwhelmed and overburdened. But not wanting to leave her husband alone, she spent less and less time at church.