It may sound like the start of a joke, but the question is a legitimate one: How many Presbyterians does it take to decide to buy a new church hymnal? In reality, it is a significant decision that will wind … Continue reading
In many faith communities, the first week of Advent is a time to cultivate hope — hope as we wait to celebrate the first coming of the Christ child at Christmas and hope and longing as we work and wait … Continue reading
We began this issue by asking the question: what does the future of social witness hold? As the Church changes shape in the 21st century, what form will its prophetic ministry take? Is there an Amos for our time, pointing … Continue reading
Over the course of my life, I have observed and participated in the ongoing fight for inclusion of people who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer in the church. In recent years, significant strides have been made in several … Continue reading