The Presbyterian Outlook - Meet the pastor behind that ‘quitting the church’ essay

News & Stories Dear Outlook readers,  Today, I pray that you are able to see the Spirit at work all around you — in community, in creation, in the work of the church. Know that God goes with you into all the unknowns of this time and Christ's grace covers you. In Christ, Rose Schrott Taylor Outlook digital content editor

Four things to consider when crafting worship by Sarah Are Speed PC(USA) chaplain Patrick Jinks saves a child with CPR and reflects on accompaniment by Traci Quinn When Church Stops Working: A Future for Your Congregation Beyond More Money, Programs, and Innovation review by Philip J. Reed Reading for fun: Book crawls and Scholastic Book Fair vibes by Karie Charlton In case you missed it... The Defiant Optimist: Daring to Fight Global Inequality, Reinvent Finance, and Invest in Women "It is not enough to be optimistic. Defiant, active, solution-oriented optimism undergirded by strategy and resources can fuel true change, one impact at a time," writes Kelli Walker. A “both/and” model of engagement Vibrant, multifaith chaplaincy exists where there is a “both/and” model of engagement, Kelly Stone explains. Faithful cooperation across differences Teri McDowell Ott sat down with author, speaker, educator and interfaith leader Eboo Patel for a faithful conversation about his recent book, "We Need to Build: Field Notes for Diverse Democracy." Intergenerational Christian Formation: Bringing the Whole Church Together in Ministry, Community, and Worship "The book first examines the biblical and theological reasons to place intergenerational ministry at the forefront of every church," writes Thom Cunningham. Podcast review: The Real Question "If you want to learn how to be a better active listener, to improve as a pastor, chaplain, or even as a good friend, this podcast is worth checking out," writes Eric Nolin. Meet the pastor behind that ‘quitting the church’ essay A pastor's last thoughts on leaving the ministry sparked a national conversation about clergy health and the future of the church. — Bob Smietana