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Reading Luke backwards and confronting the ‘bounds of empire’

Posted October 2nd, 2024

The Gospel writer Luke set out to provide an “orderly account” of the life of Jesus. Yet reading the story backwards yields insights we can appreciate even more today, said the Rev. Dr. Eric Barreto in the second plenary address at Stewardship Kaleidoscope on Sept. 24. The annual conference is presented by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Reboot of ‘Leading Theologically’ taps into the Co-Moderators’ wisdom, relationship and energy

Posted September 9th, 2024

As the new host of “Leading Theologically,” the Rev. Bill Davis invited the Co-Moderators of the 226th General Assembly to pull their chairs close to the microphone for what would be a 34-minute wide-ranging conversation.

Celebrate Theological Education Sunday with resources from the Theological Education Fund

Posted August 22nd, 2024

The Rev. Bill Davis, the new Senior Director of Theological Education Funds Development in the Presbyterian Foundation, said he is excited to invite congregations to observe Theological Education Sunday this September.

It’s a new day for theological education, outgoing Committee on Theological Education chair says

Posted August 1st, 2024

Theological education in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is stepping up to the upheaval of our time, says the Rev. Dr. Katherine H. Smith. “Our theological education institutions are innovative, responsive and responsible,” she said.

Stewardship Kaleidoscope Conference to feature outstanding lineup of preachers

Posted July 15th, 2024

A prominent preacher and social justice activist, the Rev. Dr. Andrew Kukla, is scheduled to lead worship on the opening evening of the Stewardship Kaleidoscope Conference, when the popular event convenes on Monday, Sept. 23.

Adriana Ballard Joins Presbyterian Foundation as Director of Investments and Assistant Vice President

Posted July 9th, 2024

Adriana Ballard has joined the Presbyterian Foundation as the new Director of Investments and Assistant Vice President. She succeeds Anita Clemons, who retired from her position as Senior Vice President and Director of Investments.

Rev. Dana Waters joins Presbyterian Foundation as Ministry Relations Officer

Posted June 20th, 2024

The Rev. Dana Waters is the fourth person in his family — and the third Dana Waters — to be ordained into PC(USA) ministry. He is the newest Ministry Relations Officer to join the Presbyterian Foundation.

Presbyterian Foundation hires the Rev. Bill Davis and the Rev. Zoë Garry for Theological Education Fund posts

Posted June 11th, 2024

Preparing for the departure of Rev. Dr. Lee Hinson-Hasty this summer, the Presbyterian Foundation has hired two skilled and connected pastors to head up Theological Education Funds Development. The Rev. Bill Davis will join the Foundation as Senior Director of Theological Education Funds Development on June 29. The Rev. Zoë Garry will serve as Associate Director starting July 8.

Rev. Dr. David Loleng promoted to Vice President at the Presbyterian Foundation

Posted May 14th, 2024

Following eight years of successful service, the Rev. Dr. David Loleng was promoted to Vice President of Church Financial Literacy and Leadership and Stewardship Education at the Presbyterian Foundation in early April.

Memphis church finds new life, ministries in storefront

Posted May 1st, 2024

Membership had gone from 1,400 to about 160 over the decades. Maintaining a 10-acre campus, with a tall-steeple sanctuary built in 1950, drained money and energy. Church leaders struggled with the implications of closing or merging. It’s not a new story. However, Evergreen Presbyterian Church in Memphis, Tennessee, is writing a new chapter not only in a nontraditional place, but with new friends and missions.