Presbyterians Today

Creating community takes work

A few simple practices of being present, listening before speaking, being vulnerable and seeking common ground can build community.

‘The past is in front of us’

A rainstorm exposed a Virginia church’s brick wall built by slaves, and the church is repenting of its past and seeking to make amends.

Blazing a trail of love

A friend’s premature death surfaces thoughts about God’s power, strength, love and blessing, and the hope we must carry.

Aging gracefully

Churches can use rituals as a tool to help people in mid and later life to peacefully and joyfully embrace their life’s transitions.

New leaves and old fears

When is it time to plant corn? When oak leaves are the size of a squirrel’s ear. I remembered this bit of Iowa folk wisdom on my walk this morning, so I gave the burr oak a closer look.

National Caucus of Korean Presbyterian Churches holds Jubilee Assembly

The National Caucus of Korean Presbyterian Churches (NCKPC) of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) marked 50 years of ministry last month with a celebration that included Scripture, music, dance and the presenting of a $60,000 Jubilee Seed Fund to the next generations.

Take your trouble to Jesus

Not worrying about tomorrow is easy to say yet difficult to do, especially when our world is in such a state of turmoil.