Author Archives: Mike Givler

Webinar series focuses on ‘Forgotten Foundations of Church Leadership’

Posted October 2, 2019

“We as the Body of Christ are called to be a church that is hopeful and need to develop a narrative that includes hope in the midst of all that we struggle with.”

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Youth Ministry Coaching Program

Posted October 3, 2019

The Youth Ministry Coaching Program is a year-long 360 coaching cohort, focusing on whole-life development and youth ministry issues.

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A Day With Brian McLaren

Posted October 2, 2019

Calvin Presbyterian Church in Zelienople, PA, is hosting conversations on where Christianity is headed on Friday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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At 100, ‘ageless’ Agnes Peebles is a ‘Presbyterian treasure’

Posted December 18, 2019

“Whatever is positive about our denomination, especially in education, Agnes’ fingerprints are all over it.”

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Youth make Pittsburgh Presbytery’s pilgrimage to Malawi extra special

Posted September 3, 2019

“I learned that we might live very differently but we also have so much in common. This trip has made me want to be a better person.”

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Synod Presbyterian Women plan 2020 Summer Gathering

Posted September 16, 2019

Annual event will be held July 9-11, 2020, at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, PA.

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Trip to Puerto Rico leaves synod executives moved and ‘shaken’

Posted January 24, 2020

“There is a brokenness in all of creation that allows even the natural world to collide with itself and us in catastrophic ways.”

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A day in the life of a Krislund chaplain

Posted August 9, 2019

“I always enjoy my week as a Krislund Chaplain. I count it a privilege to be a part of some sacred conversations.”

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Big Tent (day 1): Plenty to say about Baltimore

Posted August 8, 2019

“What is the question you are bringing to this gathering? The good news tonight is Jesus is here.”

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Big Tent (day 2): Stopping racism and growing the church

Posted August 8, 2019

“It is not enough to stand for the people on the margins of life. We must stand ‘with’ the people on the margins of life.”

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