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

The Presbyterian Outlook - A veteran reflects on the cost of killing

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

Interim pastors are called to take out the garbage by Thomas Wesley Moore IV Unification Commission moves up date for unification by Lucinda Isaacs Reading recommendation: Prayers for imperfect days by Rebecca Gresham Breaking the chains of complementarianism: A female seminary student finds her voice by Amanda Shanks In case you missed it... We bear the mark Ben Weakley spent 14 years in the U.S. Army, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. He reflects on the cost of killing and the work of healing. One voice screaming Outlook intern Colin Farmer shares how he sometimes feels alone in his desire to end hate and corruption. Yet, even the prophets, he remembers, are called to love their neighbors. A prayer for Labor Day: Finding a new pace Daniel Heath offers a prayer that recognizes workers and reminds us that we are not defined by our work. Pastor indicted alongside Trump in Georgia election meddling case The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod pastor is charged with attempting to influence witnesses and conspiring to solicit false statements and writings, all as part of an effort to influence an election worker. — RNS Finding hope in family letters from World War II Andrew Taylor-Troutman learns about his great-uncle's experience as a soldier in WWII and reflects on the habitual nature of hardship — and grace. Bittersweet A poem-prayer for waning seasons and bittersweet changes by Shannon Beck.

The Presbyterian Outlook - A prayer for Ukraine — one year in

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

One year of war in Ukraine — a prayer by Arianne Braithwaite Lehn 13 books to read during Black history month and beyond by Presbyterian Outlook  Encountering the Holy Spirit: Asbury College and the Transfiguration by Andrew Taylor-Troutman A pilgrimage toward peace work in Korea by Kurt Esslinger & Hyeyoung Lee In case you missed it... Pretty ashes Maybe our mortality can be beautiful, writes Andrew Taylor-Troutman. Salaam Alaikum (Peace be upon you) Austin Seminary student Ashley Brown entered her recent pilgrimage to Egypt guarded. She walked away with a deeper appreciation for interfaith dialogue. The more you know, the less certainty there is Gregg Brekke reports from Lviv, the crossroads of Ukraine. Grace Community Church let her down. Now she is standing in the gap for women. Eileen’s life now is a far cry from the subservient role she once played to a domineering and violent husband. — RNS Defy a scarcity mindset — Let's use the assets we have A Presbyterian Outlook webinar with Mark Elsdon about innovation in ministry. Next week! Get the #Belonging Special Issue: Extra copies of the upcoming April 2023 issue on #Belonging are available for purchase now for $4 each. This special issue includes an interview with theologian Willie James Jennings on his latest book, After Whiteness: An Education in Belonging. Great for Sunday school classes, leadership study groups, and congregational reading. Harvard, National Council of Churches, Reform Jews seeking reparations blueprint ‘This is not a mere research paper,’ said the Rev. Cornell William Brooks, a Kennedy School professor and former president of the NAACP. Is being prophetic killing the church? Can being apostolic save it? Most pastors were trained to be prophetic by tenured seminary professors who have typically never led congregational transformation. Graham Standish believes the Bible offers us a much better example of ministry in Acts: the apostolic model.

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Does PC(USA) governance limit accountability?

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

When accountability is needed, Presbyterian governance can diffuse responsibility by Kyle Walker A pilgrimage prayer: Before setting out by Heather Prince Doss Tyre Nichols died by a system that protects me and my White life by Teri McDowell Ott Ash Wednesday Service by Presbyterian Outlook In case you missed it... The ‘real’ St. Valentine was no patron of love Valentine’s Day originated as a liturgical feast to celebrate the decapitation of a third-century Christian martyr, or perhaps two. So, how did we get from beheading to betrothing on Valentine’s Day? What Makes You Come Alive: A Spiritual Walk with Howard Thurman What Makes You Come Alive is both a history for those who prefer to read about spirituality and a contemplative guide for those who prefer action. — Amy Pagliarella Challenge and discovery on the Camino de Santiago Joe Clifford discovers the real pilgrimage begins when the walking ends. What’s really original here A poem on Genesis 2:15–17, 3:1–7 for the First Sunday in Lent (A). — Scott Barton Traveling grace Karie Charlton offers some advice for those planning a pilgrimage, including words of wisdom from her uncle, a Jesuit brother.   My pilgrimage home Amantha L. Barbee discovers that the step outside oneself is often where God is revealed. Get the #Belonging Special Issue: Extra copies of the upcoming April 2023 issue on #Belonging are available for purchase now for $4 each. This special issue includes an interview with theologian Willie James Jennings on his latest book, After Whiteness: An Education in Belonging. Great for Sunday school classes, leadership study groups, and congregational reading.

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