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Dear readers, The idea of reparations in the United States has a long and complex history, stretching back to the 1700s. Despite numerous resolutions and discussions — both within denominational spaces and in the halls of Congress — a national effort to address reparatory justice for the descendants of those kidnapped, enslaved and displaced has yet to be realized. The September issue of the Presbyterian Outlook took a deep dive into the act of repair and the steps the PC(USA) is taking to mend the breach. I'd love for you join us as we continue the conversation. Join Outlook Editor Teri McDowell Ott for a 90-minute webinar featuring a panel of Presbyterian leaders, on November 7, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. EST. Panelists include: Jermaine Ross-Allam, the inaugural director of the Center for the Repair of Historical Harms for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)  William Yoo, Columbia Theological Seminary professor and author of What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church Larissa Kwong Abazia, executive director of NEXT Church, a network of leaders seeking collaboration, resiliency, and creativity for transformation.  Chris Dela Cruz, director of youth initiatives of the Oregon-based Together Lab, which activates, organizes and accompanies teams of everyday people in Oregon to build resilient communities.  Their conversation will be followed by a Q&A with those who join live. This webinar is a pay-what-you-can format. However, you must "purchase" a ticket through our store to get the link! We will email out the recording to everyone who registers. Learn more. Peace, Rose Schrott Taylor Digital Content Editor

When preaching becomes performance by Whitney Wilkinson Arreche A blessing for picking up the pieces by Eliza Smith DeBevoise The great ends of the (small) church by Phil Blackburn The Rev. Jihyun Oh named leader of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s interim unified organization from the Unification Commission  In case you missed it... Filling the void of modern religion Young people may not come to church, but they still seek meaning. Rose Schrott Taylor examines how fitness studios attract those seeking meaning. Spiritual lessons from the Ohio-to-Erie trail Biking 326 miles across Ohio taught Lucus Levy Keppel that cycling is more than a physical challenge — it’s a spiritual journey. The power of Christ compels them: Why Hollywood is making so many exorcism movies Exorcism movies are making a comeback — and the reasons are more interesting than you might think. — Joseph Holmes Presbyterian Publishing Corporation receives a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. PPC will use the grant to develop ‘Worship for the Whole People of God,’ helping congregations to engage children in intergenerational worship and prayer. Family Faith Every Day announces 17 selected congregations for faith-at-home education program Selected congregations will receive up to $15,000 over three years, community and support. Revelation: Professing Christ Today In a world that frequently promotes hatred, hostility and division, discover Revelation’s call to embody God’s grace, generosity and forgiveness. A new Fresh Outlook study. Evangelicals for Harris’ anti-Trump Billy Graham ad prompts threat of lawsuit The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, led by the late evangelist’s son the Rev. Franklin Graham, has said it might sue over the ad’s use of clips from a 1988 Graham sermon. The meditation of movement Walter Canter reflects on how sports taught him to meditate — a feeling he now experiences in worship.

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