2004 Mission Yearbook for Prayer & Study

“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another.”
(John 13:34)

It was at the Last Supper that Jesus said to his disciples, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another.” The giving of the new commandment followed a spontaneous, unexpected act of service, one that toppled any hint of privilege or hierarchy. In the middle of the meal, Jesus took towel and basin and washed the feet of his disciples. This vivid act of love showed his disciples how the world was to recognize his followers.

With Jesus as their model, they were to reveal God’s great love through their service to others. We also reveal that we are Christ’s disciples when we follow the commandment to love one another. It is the realization of God’s boundless love for us, demonstrated in Christ, that motivates us to move beyond thoughts and intentions to true service to others. This attitude of selfless love for the other marks our mission.

Presbyterians are embarking on a five-year mission initiative to spread the good news of the gospel at home and abroad through church growth and international mission workers. As we focus on mission in the 2004 edition of the Yearbook, we will explore the many ways congregations are moving from interest in mission to involvement in mission.

Every Presbyterian will benefit from reading this extensive resource that includes a daily devotional guide, Scriptures, hymn selections, a message from the Moderator, and information about local and international mission efforts. The Yearbook makes a great gift for conferees and new church members.

2003 Children’s Mission Yearbook for Prayer & Study

The 2003 Children’s Mission Yearbook for Prayer & Study became an instant hit when it was published last fall and proved so popular that it was reprinted twice. Since its release in October 2002, more than 22,000 copies of the book have been purchased by eager Presbyterian parents and educators.

COMING IN 2004
—back by popular demand—
THE SECOND EDITION of the
Children’s Mission Yearbook for Prayer & Study!

Like last year’s, the 2004 Children’s Mission Yearbook for Prayer & Study will be divided into 53 two-page weekly spreads. Each spread will contain new mission stories and photographs about one domestic presbytery and one overseas mission locale. Designed as a personal devotional guide for 3rd–6th graders, the Children’s Mission Yearbook will include a “Word of the Week” as well as Scripture and prayers, games and puzzles, recipes, and activity ideas. It can also be used as a handy reference for church school, children’s worship, and midweek gatherings. The 2004 Children’s Yearbook will be an important component of the All-Church Summer We Believe materials.