GA asked to back removal of ‘punishment clause’ from U.S. Constitution
13th Amendment still allows slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for people who are incarcerated.
Committee on International Engagement likely focus to be on Israel/Palestine issues
Supporting Guatemala and using gospel of love as guiding principle for advocacy also on the overture docket.
Mid Councils Committee to hear from synods and the host mid council of GA 226, the Presbytery of Utah
Committee will also consider formation of a permanent GA Commission on Mid Councils.
Flexibility sought for small congregations
Blake Brinegar updates on new General Assembly proposals impacting small congregations.
MRTI advocates for meaningfully addressing climate change
MRTI, a PC(USA) faith-based investment committee, is not overlooking pressing issues or grappling with analysis paralysis; we are living into the pivotal yet limited role of our committee, write Kerri N. Allen and Mark Douglas.
Discussion on non-discrimination overture POL-01 heats up ahead of GA committee meetings
Some say the changes challenge ‘freedom of conscience.’ Others feel the overture offers clarity to the PC(USA)’s stand against discrimination.
General Assembly Procedures Committee to consider changes to the Standing Rules of the General Assembly
Committee members will also consider recommending Milwaukee as host of the 227th General Assembly.
Hybrid format + condensed schedule = no exhibit hall at #GA226
The decision to have no exhibit hall for the General Assembly in Salt Lake City sparks strong reactions. Greg Allen-Pickett reports.
LGBTQIA+ Equity Advocacy Committee responds to pastors’ petition on the Olympia Overture
Change.org petition creates a spirited social media debate.
How can we best serve small and rural congregations?
The majority of PC(USA) congregations are small. Phil Blackburn, Daniel Lee and Caroline Dennis talk about important denominational issues from this perspective.
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