Welcome Invite various persons to bring a designated item and use this liturgy to begin your time of learning together. One: Come, let us gather around and see how the Spirit will nurture our faith today. All: Who is with us? One: Christ, the light of the world. (Place a candle on a table in your gathering place and light it.) All: Who is with us? One: The Love of God, who came to meet us in the world. (Place a cross on a table in your gathering place.) All: Who is with us? One: The Wisdom of God, who speaks through the Scriptures. (Place an open Bible on a table in your gathering place.) All: Who is with us? One: The Grace of God, who proclaims we are children of God. (Place a symbol of baptism – a bowl of water, a seashell – on a table in your gathering space.) All: Who is with us? One: Our risen Lord, who meets us at the table. (Place a symbol of communion – a plate and cup, a loaf of bread, grapes – on a table … [Read more...]
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May 31: Pentecost edition — Family faith formation at home
Welcome Invite various persons to bring a designated item and use this liturgy to begin your time of learning together. One: Come, let us gather around and see how the Spirit will nurture our faith today. All: Who is with us? One: Christ, the light of the world. (Place a candle on a table in your gathering place and light it.) All: Who is with us? One: The Love of God, who came to meet us in the world. (Place a cross on a table in… continue reading... -
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The Last Pastor: Faithfully Steering a Closing Church
Gail Cafferata Westminster John Knox Press, 221 pages Reviewed by Melodie Long Using the analogy of sailing, Gail Cafferata navigates the waters of church closure. Based upon personal experience and an in-depth sociological study spanning a variety of denominations, this book serves as an excellent review of the complexities of the decision, the process itself and the aftermath. It is both proclamation of hope and statement of wisdom about how to be more adequately prepared for church closure. A plethora of books and resources about church dynamics and leadership already… continue reading... -
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Unity in diversity — Pentecost at home
This Sunday is Pentecost, the day we often refer to as “the church’s birthday” when teaching children about the liturgical calendar. While I am always in favor of opportunities to eat cake, I think there is an even more important and timely message in the Pentecost story. God’s people are united in their differences. We recognize this most profoundly when we listen to and seek to understand one another. This activity aims to help children see the power of the Holy Spirit as bringing unique people together. Begin the time… continue reading...
Parties in Stamford case had tried to expedite process in order to get a ruling on the merits of the case January 1, 1995 Uncategorized109 views The General Assembly Permanent Judicial Commission -- in sidestepping the question of exactly how deeply a session should be required to probe into the private life of a gay elder who has acknowledged being in a committed, life-long relationship but has declined to say whether he is sexually active -- has put the question off but has not put it to rest.- Ministering with the Earth January 1, 1998 Book Reviews109 views By Mary Elizabeth MooreChalice. 1998. 226 pp. Pb. $19.99. ISBN 0-8272-2323-4 Ministering with the Earth is a quiltwork, both the on-the-ground activity and Moore's book about so ministering. Moore, professor of theology and Christian education at Claremont School of Theology, is fond of the metaphor, suitably pastoral and feminist.
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Order of worship — Pentecost Sunday May 25, 2020 Worship Resources1 comment You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
It is free for worship use. Please credit Jill Duffield of the Presbyterian Outlook.
Download the PDF of the full order worship: Liturgy 05_31_20
Arthur Fullerton to stand for moderator of the 224th General Assembly May 11, 2020 Outlook Reporting1 comment A ruling elder and management consultant from upstate New York, Arthur K. Fullerton, has joined the group of those seeking to lead the 2020 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
Fullerton is planning to stand for moderator of the 2020 General Assembly, which will be held virtually in June. He has informed the Office of the General Assembly of his intent to stand for the office— although his presbytery, Albany Presbytery, has not formally endorsed him.
The presbytery had been planning to vote on endorsing Fullerton at its meeting March 17, but that meeting was canceled because of the COVI...
6th Sunday of Easter — May 17, 2020 May 15, 2020 Looking into the lectionary1 comment Acts 17:22-31; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21
Easter 6A
Jesus tells his disciples: If you love me you will keep my commandments.
Pretty straightforward. Remarkably concrete, especially given that this comes in John’s Gospel, that account of Jesus’ ministry so filled with metaphor and mysticism. Here Jesus equates love with action. If you love me, you will keep my commandments. If we love Jesus, we will do what he tells us to do. We will obey the new commandment he gives a chapter before this one and repeats in the chapter after this one. We will love one another no les...
May 31: Pentecost edition — Family faith formation at home
United Methodists reschedule meeting — and decision on splitting — to 2021
(RNS) — The United Methodist Church has rescheduled its General Conference for Aug. 29-Sept. 7, 2021, at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis. And it’s looking into ways to use technology to ensure delegates can participate in the quadrennial meeting, according to the Commission on the General Conference. The General Conference — during which delegates from across the globe are expected to discuss a proposal to split the denomination over the inclusion of its LGBTQ members — had been set for earlier this month in Minneapolis. It was postponed in March when the convention center announced it was restricting events at the venue to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. “We’re grateful that we were able to secure new dates while keeping the site of General Conference in Minneapolis. Nearly seven years of pre-planning and preparations by the host team have gone into this event,” commission chair Kim Simpson said in a written statement. A group of young delegates … [Read more...]
The Last Pastor: Faithfully Steering a Closing Church
Gail Cafferata Westminster John Knox Press, 221 pages Reviewed by Melodie Long Using the analogy of sailing, Gail Cafferata navigates the waters of church closure. Based upon personal experience and an in-depth sociological study spanning a variety of denominations, this book serves as an excellent review of the complexities of the decision, the process itself and the aftermath. It is both proclamation of hope and statement of wisdom about how to be more adequately prepared for church closure. A plethora of books and resources about church dynamics and leadership already exists. While this book addresses both issues adequately, its strength lies in its honesty about the reality of today’s church and what can be done differently. Cafferata delves through the complex emotional and spiritual web of leadership challenges. For a church to close well and faithfully, the pastor can more effectively lead with an awareness of healthy behaviors and relationships, serving as both model … [Read more...]
Minnesota Council of Churches CEO statement on George Floyd
Minneapolis, MN (Press release) – Rev. Dr. Curtiss Paul DeYoung, CEO of the Minnesota Council of Churches, issued this statement: The Scriptures often cry out, “How long, O Lord?” This cry is emanating once again from Minneapolis and the rest of the nation with the police killing of George Floyd. Another brutal killing of a black person by law enforcement. How long, O God? He was killed while screaming, “Please, I can’t breathe.” How long, O God? Three police officers watched, heard the cry, and did not intervene. How long, O God? How long will the killing of African Americans by police officers continue? The brutal attacks on black bodies is not acceptable. How long, O God? In this moment, I ask the faith community for these four responses: Presence – Find ways to be present where people are feeling grief and outrage. Many of us were at the protest rally last night in Minneapolis held at the site of the killing. But this presence must continue in the days ahead. Reach out to … [Read more...]
Unity in diversity — Pentecost at home
This Sunday is Pentecost, the day we often refer to as “the church’s birthday” when teaching children about the liturgical calendar. While I am always in favor of opportunities to eat cake, I think there is an even more important and timely message in the Pentecost story. God’s people are united in their differences. We recognize this most profoundly when we listen to and seek to understand one another. This activity aims to help children see the power of the Holy Spirit as bringing unique people together. Begin the time with your children by reading aloud the Pentecost story (Acts 2:1-42). Because this is a long reading and it contains images that are challenging for young minds to interpret (fire appearing above people’s heads), a children’s Bible is especially appropriate to use for this activity. Children’s Bibles often condense the story and reshape figurative language. (A particularly wonderful retelling of this text is included in “Growing in God’s Love: A Story … [Read more...]
Prayers of the people for the Day of Pentecost (May 31, 2020)
Jill Duffield reads the prayers of the people she crafted for Pentecost Sunday. You are welcome to share this with your congregation or use it as part of your worship service. Find the full printed order of service here. … [Read more...]
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