The hike to Diamond Lake is only 3 miles from the trailhead, but for pastors and leaders immersed in the hard work of organizing new communities, the silent beauty of the wilderness and the sparkling mountain lake where the group set up camp is a universe all its own.
Representatives from among the PC(USA)’s most diverse and innovative faith gatherings — its 1001 New Worshiping Communities — joined virtually Thursday during the “Being Matthew 25” monthly broadcast to celebrate the 10th year of the initiative. Watch the 42-minute conversation here.