What’s coming to the 2022 General Assembly? How will you explain the actions of GA to your congregation?

The 225th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) meeting this June and July is shaping up to be an assembly like no other in a hybrid, three-week format.

Many issues will be discussed and debated including climate change, gun violence, the pandemic, race relations and the restructuring of the Presbyterian Mission Agency.

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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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Presbyterian Outlook Staycation Bible School 2021

Our Daily Bread Café: Where God provides

Are you looking for a way to engage elementary school-aged children this summer, but struggling with how to connect during social distancing?  The Presbyterian Outlook has you covered with Staycation Bible School!

Christian educator Kelly Kaufman has crafted a week of VBS lessons and activities that can be done from home.

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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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Feet that follow: “Awesome are YOUR feet! They carry God’s love wherever you go!”

Are you looking for a way to engage children this summer, but struggling with how to connect during social distancing?  The Presbyterian Outlook has you covered with Staycation Bible School!

Christian educator Kelly Kaufman has crafted a week of VBS lessons and activities that can be done from home.

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5 weeks of Lenten devotions plus bonus prayers for Holy Week — $19.99

Letting go and holding on

The liturgical season of Lent invites us to refocus on God as we prayerfully examine our priorities, actions, thoughts and expectations.

Often, we give something up for Lent as a way of reminding us daily of Jesus’ sacrifice.

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