Weekly Outlook - PC(USA) joins lawsuit challenging ICE

Dear readers, "Rose ... the same Rose from the emails?" The woman's eyes flicked from my APCE nametag to my face, a grin of recognition spreading across her face — a grin I couldn't help but match.  "One in the same," I replied, leaning a little closer over the table between us, piled with Outlook magazines, samples and chocolate.  Hers was a small comment, but it held a lot of affirmation for me. I began writing these email intros a year and a half ago in the hopes of pulling the curtain back to show our staff's work and personality. I know from the stats that readers engage with them, but it was a validation to hear it in person.  I think it's often tempting to view publishers like the Outlook as disembodied entities prone to making mistakes in their reporting, that don't offer the right products, that promote an ideology misaligned with your own, or that don't publish the stories you want to read about. The vast majority of the notes we receive are from people who are upset with us — and this makes sense. Humans are more likely to vocalize frustration than appreciation. We value all feedback and always seek to be better. However, the notes of appreciation feel extra sweet.  As a small team, we work hard because we believe in the work of creating space for dialogue, of offering needed resources, of helping readers find meaning in the world, of reporting on denominational news. So, I guess what I'm trying to say is: thank you for reading. Thank you for caring. We curate our content for you every week. I hope it benefits and blesses you.  Peace, Rose Schrott Taylor Digital Content Editor

White Southern Presbyterians and the scars from the fight for racial justice by William Yoo PC(USA) joins religious freedom lawsuit challenging ICE enforcement actions in churches by Rick Jones and Mike Ferguson Beyond thoughts and prayers: Prophetic witness, righteous rage and sacred tears by Desiree McCray How to help better: A guide for churches supporting non-profits by Charissa Howe  PC(USA) faces backlash over mission co-worker layoffs by Eric Ledermann, Outlook reporting The fastest way to lose the next generation at your church by Nicole Doyley In case you missed it... Stated Clerk and Executive Director joins other national faith leaders in public support of sanctuary movement The Rev. Jihyun Oh says PC(USA) recommits to compassion, accompaniment, safety and full dignity for migrant and immigrant siblings. — Layton Williams Berkes Have You Got Good Religion? Black Women’s Faith, Courage and Moral Leadership in the Civil Rights Movement AnneMarie Mingo highlights Black churchwomen’s moral leadership in the Civil Rights Movement, showcasing their faith, courage, and theo-moral imagination. — Hunter Farrell The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward The Anti-Greed Gospel pairs theology with practical approaches: economic solidarity, creative anti-violence, and prophetic storytelling. — Sterling Morse The Stated Clerk and Executive Director wants Presbyterians to know about recent efforts to make civil society less disruptive The Rev. Jihyun Oh writes to siblings in the PC(USA). — Jihyun Oh As immigration issues grow, so does a Chicago church’s ministry Lincoln Park Presbyterian’s support of immigrants expands through partnerships in the face of growing crises. — Rich Copley We’re all invited to the freedom party Silence sustains oppression, writes Teri McDowell Ott. What will we contribute to freedom’s call? Interim Unified Agency of the PC(USA) announces shift in approach to global ministry engagement New plan further integrates missional and ecumenical partnerships within the US and around the world. — Rick Jones Fresh Outlook Bible Studies: “Revelation” In four sessions, “Revelation: Professing Christ Today” by Mark D. Hinds seeks to create an inclusive environment for discussing and reflecting on the political ramifications of following Christ.

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