Today at GA224: Race, COVID-19, Native American concerns and more

The OUTLOOK from GA224 Here's what's happened today at General Assembly... As the assembly gathers virtually, the Outlook has you covered: Visit our website (pres-outlook.org) for the latest news. Follow us on social media. Watch your inbox for updates. General Assembly considers – and reconsiders – what business to take on The assembly considered whether to try to do more on more subjects, or focus more intensely on fewer matters related to COVID-19, racism and social justice. General Assembly affirms that Black lives matter; pledges to work against systemic racism The assembly voted overwhelmingly to approve a resolution declaring that Black lives matter; confessing that the church has been complicit in perpetuating injustice; and pledging to “confront and dismantle systemic racism” in the church and in society. Who is participating in General Assembly You may – or may not – be surprised. On responding to the COVID-19 pandemic The assembly affirmed need to help those impacted but the coronavirus pandemic. GA takes action to support Native American concerns The assembly made a strong statement of support for Native American community, as it seeks to repent for centuries of neglect and abuse.  GA prayer wall The virtual prayer room shares prayers of hope and lament from Presbyterians. Friday worship Vilmarie Cintrón-Olivieri and Cindy Kohlmann led a worship service of lament and hope with leaders from Baltimore Presbytery. Prayer for GA224 God of all creation, we come to you asking for your guidance and Spirit as we convene  General Assembly. We trust your ability to work through our human limitations and bring good out of our partial attempts at faithfulness. [ABOUT US] [SUBSCRIBE] [DONATE]  ‌  ‌  ‌

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