‘Just Mercy’ asks if justice can come out of injustice, if truth matters
“You can’t watch Just Mercy without asking what the truth of our justice system is, and what your truth is. “
Author Archives: Mike Givler
‘Canoeing the Mountains’ author Tod Bolsinger talks with Lehigh Presbytery about change in churches
“Maybe God is calling us into an amazing adventure. We were trained for a different
context. We were trained for rivers, not mountains. We need to learn a new way of leading.
Flooding helps bring West Pittston, Wyoming congregations together
“God really nudged us to keep going. God has really been patient with us, and God has consistently pushed us so that we can actually do the things we dreamed we could, that we can be a community church.”
Synod’s Governing Commission participates in virtual communion
The Synod’s Governing Commission held a virtual communion service at its March meeting when the gathering was shifted to the Zoom video conferencing program.
PDA ready to make COVID-19 grants thanks to One Great Hour of Sharing
PDA is pulling more than $2 million out of reserves to help aid response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Rhonda Kruse has Lehigh Presbytery’s vision in her sights
“The spirit is definitely moving in this presbytery and God has a plan for its future.”
How to preach to those who are walking away
These dynamic workshops integrate insights from non-typical sources to take a fresh look at how modern media and messaging is changing how people think and listen, and how to adapt our preaching in the face of these challenges.
Kiskiminetas Presbytery’s First Call Pastors group not afraid to ‘fail boldly’
“It’s about being willing to try things, and if you’re worried about how people will respond to it, you’ll never know until you try.”
The Rich Heritage of African Americans in the Presbyterian Church
“The Rich Heritage of African Americans in the Presbyterian Church” will be presented Saturday, Feb. 22, at 1 p.m. at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh.
Elizabeth Connelly joins Synod staff as Connections Coordinator
“We are thrilled to have Elizabeth taking on the ministry of logistical work for us as well as administrating and expanding our work with grants.”