Weekly Outlook - A church worthy of Gen Z

Dear readers, This fall, the Presbyterian Outlook is offering two webinars designed to inspire your own faith and support your ministry. On September 23, join author, oboist and creative coach Merideth Hite Estevez for "Art Is How God Loves Us." Through audio divina and other reflective practices, Merideth will explore how art and beauty can reconnect us with God, restore our sense of wonder and help us pay closer attention to the sacred in everyday life. Then, on October 5, get a head start on Advent planning with Amy Pagliarella, the Outlook’s book review editor. Amy will guide you through noteworthy new Advent devotionals and small group resources for 2026 — plus some tried-and-true favorites — helping pastors, educators and individuals find resources that fit their congregations and spiritual practices. Whether you’re longing for a little quiet beauty or already looking ahead to Advent, we hope you’ll join us for one — or both — of these upcoming conversations. Peace, Rose Schrott Taylor Digital Content Editor Presbyterian Outlook

Honoring the gift of LGBTQIA+ youth for the church by Cody J. Sanders   Large Presbyterian churches see post-pandemic growth — and changing patterns of belonging by Emma Ledbetter When pastors can no longer work: Navigating disability in the PC(USA) by Gregg Brekke A church worthy of Gen Z by Teri McDowell Ott

Our Advent resources are live! We've prepared a daily devotional and a host of ready-to-use worship resources. Check them out! In case you missed it... Cripping Youth Ministry: An Intersectional Vision for Working With Disabled Youth "Cripping Youth Ministry" is a bold, honest call to dismantle ableism and build inclusive faith communities, writes Amy Pagliarella. Covenant Presbyterian Church in Austin, Texas, directs $200k to help its neighbors overcome financial barriers Rather than creating new programs, the church is investing in organizations with established expertise in housing instability, predatory lending, medical debt and lack of access to identification. — PNS Grace Over Guns: Pursuing Peace in a Militarized World Cara Meredith reviews Ben Daniel’s "Grace Over Guns," a compelling call to embrace the gospel of grace, challenge cultures of violence, and pursue peace in a militarized world. Faith formation without easy answers Vernon Gramling shares what 12 years of leading small groups taught him about making room for honest questions and doubt. Affirming Black children’s full humanity Moving toward programs that affirm Black children’s full humanity is crucial for justice, writes Chris Burton. No Longer Male and Female: A Biblical Guide for Our Questions about Gender Jo Wiersema reviews Will Brown's "No Longer Male and Female," a father's journey with his gender-expansive child turned into a biblical case for affirmation.

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