90-minute webinar
June 9, 2022, at 7 p.m. EST
On-demand replay will be available after the live event for those who register.

Register for “Meet the candidates”

For years, the Presbyterian Outlook has created a space for commissioners and the public to meet those standing for moderator. It’s an opportunity for us to share what’s been going on at the Outlook,

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60-minute webinar with Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty, a professor, pastor, and author, recorded on April 26 at 7 p.m. EST including a presentation and Q&A.

April 26, 2022, at 7 p.m. EST

On-demand replay is available.

Purchase a recording of  “Supporting caregivers” — $10 for individuals, $20 for groups

In the U.S., the burden of caregiving for people with serious mental illness is placed upon the family members,

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90-minute webinar with educators, organizers and faith leaders Angela Cowser, Dan Rhodes, and Tim Conder including a presentation and Q&A

March 31, 2022, at 7 p.m. EST

On-demand replay is available

Purchase a recording of Organizing Church — $15 for individuals, $30 for groups

Based on our own experience of over 20 years in ministry and community organizing, this webinar describes how the practices of organizing can be regenerative for congregations.

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The Westminster Confession of Faith of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) suggests that the “Chief end of humanity is to seek God and enjoy the Lord forever.” Photography provides a unique opportunity to capture and appreciate the beauty of God’s creation, glimpse the image of God and enjoy this magnificence forever.

In “Glimpsing imago Dei: Photography as a spiritual practice,”

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September 15
90-minute Presbyterian Outlook webinar
Presented by Kerry Connelly
Sponsored by Presbyterian Publishing — Free of charge to participants

View the replay of the webinar here.

There is no denying what history makes clear: Systemic racism in America is deeply entwined with the history of the institutional church. Even today, the church must look at our complicity — which at times has been overt,

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As 2020 has unfolded, grief has moved into lives, families and communities around the globe. Grief has also moved into the life of faith in new and complicated ways.  While specialized grief counseling with trained therapists remains vitally important, the need for short-term everyday griefwork is also huge.  Narrative methods for griefwork – grieving through the help of stories – is a form of pastoral care that anyone can lead and engage.

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This webinar will present strategies and tools for determining if, when, why and how much a church should borrow.

Used strategically, debt can be a valuable tool for churches wishing to expand their mission and ministry. Understanding when – or if – a congregation should consider assuming debt is the key to successful debt management. Jim Rissler and Clare Lewis with The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Investment &

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Pastors are preachers, administrators, counselors, project managers, meeting moderators and so much more. Among these roles many pastors report that fundraising is their least favorite. Likewise, stewardship committees are staffed with generous stewards willing to give, but unsure how to encourage others to do likewise. Why is that?

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Building projects create excitement as congregations envision new ministry possibilities. Along with the excitement comes anxiety. Is this the right time for our congregation to consider this project? What is the best way to get started? Can we really afford a project of this size? How will we pay for the project?

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Click here to purchase the on-demand replay – $29.95 (1-6 participants)
Click here to order the DVD – $43.95 (free shipping) 

Church finances are unique and challenging. Issues like housing allowance, medical insurance, taxes, endowments and charitable contributions are complex – and yet are often managed by volunteers and staff with little training. Church finances are becoming even more bewildering as costs steadily increase while membership and giving remain flat.

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