Presbyterians Today

As micropantries pop up, creativity is key

A Springfield, Ill., church has set up a micropantry, an outdoor cabinet where people who are in need can help themselves anytime day or night.

Spiritual direction is not therapy

Everyone can benefit from spiritual direction, as spiritual directors are trained in deep listening that honors all beliefs without judgment.

Aligning words and deeds

A northern Illinois congregation embraced the Matthew 25 call to build congregational vitality and began by updating their mission statement.

Landscaping fundraiser success

A garden show and flower sale helped a Michigan Presbyterian church raise needed funds for landscaping and other property improvements.

Carving soap and meeting neighbors

Last month I coached soap carving. Our church, Ankeny Presbyterian Church in Ankeny, Iowa, was throwing an outdoor block party for our neighborhood — hot dogs, a bounce castle, donuts made to order, even a fire truck. One of our neighbors offered to play guitar and sing, so we had live music, too.

Native plants transform church property

A church planting project to protect Chesapeake Bay from stormwater runoff also turned the property into a sanctuary for birds and butterflies.

Justice is on the menu

The work of the Church moves us towards the day when people will come from all corners of the world to feast at a common table.