Presbyterian Church USA Weekly News

Matthew 25 in the PC(USA): A bold vision and invitation

News Health care and freedom Stated Clerk connects Jesus’s healing ministry with Dr. King’s fight for equality Our film critic selects his top 10 films for 2021 Dr. Edward McNulty’s annual list is rich with films imbued in moral and spiritual content ‘It made me want to dance’ After 15 years, a new worshiping community becomes an official PC(USA) congregation Denominational website upgrade draws closer It’s nearly time to select a vendor to revamp and relaunch pcusa.org Feb. 1 marks the one-year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar The Presbyterian Church of Myanmar continues its ministry amidst the crisis Give a gift from the heart this Valentine’s Day Presbyterian Giving Catalog offers meaningful alternatives for those with ‘a big heart for mission’ $50 and a challenge A reverse offering Is given to bless others ‘Our earnest desire is that you come and visit’ Presbyterians considering a trip to Guatemala are given a webinar exploring what they can expect and what difference they can make Discovering a pandemic silver lining Mission co-worker gets a performance of a lifetime Mission co-workers reinvent what mission interpretation looks like during the pandemic Virtual interpretation assignment comes with its own set of challenges and rewards ‘We must go beyond the one-day worship service’ Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to host forums recognizing Black History Month Bringing Earth care to Hispanic-Latina churches PC(USA) and grassroots organizations sow seeds for the future Revision to proposed 2023-2024 Mission Work Plan section on militarism is approved The plan moves on to the complete Presbyterian Mission Agency Board next month and then to the General Assembly Poor People’s Campaign plans June 18 March on Washington Low-wage workers and poor people to travel from across the country PC(USA) joins call for peace in Ukraine Presbyterian Church signs onto statement by a dozen denominations and faith-based organizations No more unread emails Communicating more effectively PHS Live: Reckoning with the past Three stories of pastors pressured or forced to leave their congregations Human rights group marks historic convictions in Guatemala Five men each face 30 years in prison for decades-old crimes of sexual violence PC(USA) Washington office calls for support of Women’s Health Protection Act Presbyterian General Assembly policy from 2012 and 1970 cited in support of legislation Praying for others Ask questions and keep it simple COVID issues cause educational and economic challenges for Asia and the Pacific Global partners work together to provide leadership and assistance Changes in Public Service Loan Forgiveness program favor the borrower Clergy and other church leaders are now able to get more forgiveness earlier Making real the promises of democracy Panel discusses the work that remains nearly 60 years after MLK’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech Save the date for Ecumenical Advocacy Days and its Presbyterian prelude For the third year, the annual faith-based advocacy events will be virtual Reimagining the ‘Charity Garden’ Planting the seeds of justice Princeton Seminary Board of Trustees votes to disassociate Samuel Miller’s name from the chapel President Barnes: Tuesday’s unanimous vote part of trustees’ ‘commitment to the ongoing work of confession and repentance’

Racial Justice Resources — Statements from the PC(USA), worship resources, policy statements, books, study and discussion materials, and more

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Presbyterian Church USA Weekly News

Matthew 25 in the PC(USA): A bold vision and invitation

News Five companies recommended for General Assembly divestment list ‘This is a big deal’ committee chair says of largest divestment vote since apartheid GA225 worship leaders announced Services will connect "From Lament to Hope" with thematic Scripture PMA Director of Special Offerings Bryce Wiebe announces his resignation Dr. William McConnell named interim director Loving the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength Talk gives faith leaders reasons for tending to the mental health of their Asian American congregations Israel/Palestine Mission Network issues statement on the Stated Clerk’s MLK Day call The faithful are called to ‘influence our government to fulfill its obligation to do justice’ Call to Prayer for a peaceful solution between the Ukraine and Russia January 24, 2022 The power of solitude An ancient practice remedies busy lives A message from the Stated Clerk January 22, 2022 ‘This is our story’ The National Caucus of Korean Presbyterian Churches holds its Jubilee Symposium Taking a deep dive into structural racism During Black History Month, Bending the Moral Arc leaders will share how their lives have changed Session stands up to racism School board letter gets noticed COGA January meeting Assembly attendance policies among discussion items Coordinating Committee gives mostly thumbs-up to the PMA’s 2023-24 Mission Work Plan Some members would like to flesh out what’s meant by ‘militarism’ as it relates to Matthew 25 work ‘Being Matthew 25’ premieres with a look at one church’s efforts to minister in the midst of misery The first episode also features a candid discussion with the PMA’s president and executive director, Diane Moffett Combatting climate change with new ways to do food Presbyterian Hunger Program staffer promotes alternative options Mission co-worker eager to help Malawi women form village savings and loan groups Empowering women helps communities break the cycle of poverty Extraordinary show of Presbyterian generosity promises prosperous New Year Presbyterians united on #GivingTuesday2021 to raise nearly $140,000 Church pays ‘royalties’ for use of African American spirituals Honoring the contributions of formerly enslaved musicians Princeton Theological Seminary awarded $7.3 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. Housed at the seminary, the Hispanic Theological Initiative will help master’s students discern and navigate their doctoral studies It takes a village And not just to raise a child. Studying Scripture works best in community, says Columbia Seminary preaching professor ‘And there’s a hand, my trusty friend’ God lifts us up when we think we can’t get up Mass incarceration webinar now available on video Discussion highlights the challenges of returning to society after incarceration Acting like Jesus in the world A Wisconsin pastor uses new worshiping community videos and the Matthew 25 invitation to illustrate what being Presbyterian looks like A new year, a new goal Making stewardship a year-round reality Regarding Ruling Elders: A monthly series for serving faithfully A seat at the table Standing behind a commitment to gender justice Groups call on Presbyterians to support Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021

Racial Justice Resources — Statements from the PC(USA), worship resources, policy statements, books, study and discussion materials, and more

Coronavirus/COVID-19 — Latest church resources for congregations and members

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