Church leaders call for prayer in the wake of the May 20 tornado in Moore-Oklahoma City
Two Young Adult Volunteers receive FTE fellowships
Lutheran and Reformed churches in France unite
Church-based scouting alternatives attract interest
Older Cuban women move to improve quality of life
Jesuits face a shrinking pool of university presidents
Pentecost Offering video contest winner announced
Church leaders tackle the stigma of mental illness
Board of Pensions Releases ‘2012 Annual Review’
Laura Cheifetz joins the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation
‘Nuns on the Bus’ will hit the road for immigration reform
South Sudan president expresses appreciation for churches’ contribution to the new nation
50 years later, recalling the young ‘foot soldiers’ of civil rights
Montreat’s Imagine Conference explores what it means to be a follower of Jesus in today’s world
15 countries cited for religious freedom violations
New worshiping communities movement inspires church in Puerto Rico
How could slave traders pray in chapel built over dungeons? Jamaican pastor asks
Modern hymn writers revive a lost musical art
Female converts to Islam facing growing scrutiny
Jerry Pillay is an African church leader with a global perspective
Colm Toibin’s ‘Testament of Mary’ brings Jesus’ mother down to earth
A (new) vision leads to dwelling place for low-income senior citizens
Has something significant happened in Mongolia?
New World Council of Churches congregational resource invites ‘pilgrimage to Busan’
French Jews face uncertain future after scandal
A letter to President Obama from Stated Clerk Gradye Parsons
Living Waters for the World releases Mother’s Day e-card
Pope Francis’ preaching style is low-key, mostly private
Caribbean churches reflect on new directions for diaconal work
Theologian Richard Lischer tries to make sense of his son’s death
A letter from the Stated Clerk to the Chief Executive Officer of Wendy’s
Heath Rada is first candidate for GA moderator
Homeless Jesus sculpture searches for a home
Nueva comunidades de adoracion
Alexey Smirnov on track for re-election
Uruguay is second Latin American country to adopt gay marriage
Former ‘Jesus freak’ traces the evolution of Christian rock
Occupying the middle: A question of identity
Solidarity visit to Bangladesh amidst growing religious intolerance
Atheists find a Sunday-morning connection with other nonbelievers
U.S., Korean Presbyterians adopt common mission statement
Dues change discussion continues at Western/Central RBC
Boy Scouts proposal displeases religious leaders on both sides
Study on marriage ready for congregational and presbytery use
Churches in solidarity with campesinos arrested during protest against mining project in Guatemala
Pope Francis redirects employee bonuses to charity
U.S. and Korean Presbyterians issue joint statement on easing tensions on Korean Peninsula
Parliament of the World’s Religions survives financial crunch
‘Feasting on the Word’ curriculum announces new highlights as churches begin ordering for fall 2013
A Joint Statement on the Peace of the Korean Peninsula
Grant Scam Alert: PC(USA) Grant Board of Commission Grant Notices
Holy Communion in three tenses
From the Church Pew to the Global Pulpit
PC(USA) marriage study available for electronic download April 29
White House council calls for action on modern-day slavery
Gun Violence: A Church Speaks Out
Belhar Confession recommended again for PC(USA)’s adoption
Lineup of experts set for Bread for the World’s 2013 national gathering
Muslim leaders: We stand against terrorism
Church leaders call for prayer after kidnapping of Syrian Christian leaders
A Call for Prayer from Setri Nyomi, General Secretary, World Communion of Reformed Churches
Moderator’s Colloquium on Ecclesiology set for this week
Mission board takes up positive investment in Israel-Palestine
Russia’s Chechnya: A breeding ground for terror
Global gathering of Reformed and Catholic theologians continues 40-year dialogue
Pope Francis orders overhaul of U.S. nuns to continue
Ideas and concerns about challenges facing PC(USA) exchanged at Eastern RBC
CWS hopeful on immigration reform proposal
George Beverly Shea, the voice of Billy Graham crusades, dies at 104
Growing support for Presbyterian mission
PC(USA)-UCC congregation in Boston offers comfort to those affected by Monday’s bombing
Do legislators remember the Virginia Tech tragedy?
As they turn 150, Adventists still praying for the Apocalypse
Sobre la reforma de inmigración
Johnson C. Smith takes spiritual journey with students, preparing them for God’s call
Students, alumni, and others in Louisville Seminary community making a difference
What it means to be the Church
Pope Francis orders overhaul of U.S. nuns to continue
미국장로교지도자들이 보스톤 마라톤에서 발생한 비극적 참사에대해 드리는 기도
Presbyterian Mission Agency Board moves to reduce financial barriers to service for young adults
Whitworth University affirms, expands Presbyterian partnerships
Fifty years later, church leaders respond to King’s “Birmingham Jail” letter
Vatican gets behind adult stem cell research
Recognized for excellence, three new church starts win 2013 Walton awards
Producer priest navigates Hollywood in a collar
Feasting on the Word Curriculum announces new highlights as churches begin ordering for fall 2013
New testing dates Shroud of Turin to era of Christ
Presbyterian communicators win seven RCC awards
Cardinal Dolan: Catholic Church could do better on gay outreach
Immigrants in Detention and Solitary Confinement
Obama recalls Holy Land trip at Easter prayer breakfast
No longer ‘white-knuckling it’
Presbyterian journalists win 18 ACP awards
American Atheists wrestles with its cherished ‘grumpy’ image
A strong community which does not give way to tears
Despite censures, Womenpriests movement grows
From hunter to hospital chaplain
English-language church in Ecuador’s capital seeks pastor
Vatican defends Pope Francis’ washing of women’s feet
Te-Chien Chang has a passion for creation, Christian formation
We need to wash our dirty feet!
Scholars piece together a ‘new’ New Testament
Presbyterian Media Mission wins prestigious film award
Pope washes feet of two girls, two Muslims at youth prison
The feasting, witnessing body of Christ
Oil industry sues to overturn transparency legislation within Wall Street Reform Act
Discerning the future of Portuguese-language ministry
Alcoholics Anonymous wrestles with its spiritual roots
Presbyterian Border Ministry changes name, mission focus
Pope Francis says the ‘nones’ can be allies for the church
National Day of Action in Support of Immigration Reform April 10, 2013
Sign up for the Advocacy Training Weekend
Theological education initiatives at WCC assembly
After giving up religion, atheists try giving up something else for Lent
PEIA pastors, elders begin ‘Following God into the World’
Argentina’s Pope Francis heralds a new era for Latin America
Growing congregations keep pace with changing times
Commission on mission and evangelism prepares for WCC assembly
Melissa Rogers new head of White House faith-based office
Committee on the Office of the General Assembly celebrates ministry of departing staff members
Time for new ways of promoting social change, says WCRC justice official
Lesbian provisions prompt Catholic bishops to oppose Violence Against Women Act
Russia’s National Prayer Breakfast addresses morality, common good
Global data upend usual picture of Christianity trends
Why the first Jesuit pope is a big deal
Faith community to Congress: ‘It doesn’t take a miracle to make a moral budget’
Fighting threatens Islamic artifacts in troubled Timbuktu
Let Us Play: Expressing Our Faith through Dance
Human trafficking is focus of church consultation in Cuba
Dwindling Catholic schools see future in Latino students
Churches address violence against women with disabilities
Pope Francis’ first day hints at a change in papal style
Farmworkers, supporters on the road again in Florida
Church in Jordan and the Holy Land joins WCC
Exhibit highlights blacks’ connection to Scripture
Five hopeful signs for U.S. congregations
What’s in a name? For a new pope, quite a bit
Cardinals searching for a CEO pope who can clean up the mess
Christians in Lahore rally in wake of Muslim riots
Just in time for Passover, Israel braces for locust invasion
New worshiping community, “little church” connects with young adults
Board of Pensions goes back to the healthcare drawing board
Lebanon Partners Overcome Odds to Serve Syrian Influx
Board of Pensions approves 1% experience apportionment
Courage and Compassion Amidst War in Syria
‘The one voice who has called us by name’
Everything you need to know about popes and conclaves
Searching for brave and humble leaders
Reformed church theologians gather to set focus in a time of transition
Armenia struggles to absorb Christian refugees from Syria
Presbyterian children’s agencies form network to expand, improve services
Churches advocate for the rights of stateless people
Computer simulator preps military chaplains for the battlefield
Office of the General Assembly announces details of reorganization, staffing changes
PC(USA) Chief Historical Officer announces retirement
Theology and Worship hires new interfaith relations associate
World Mission hires three ‘catalysts’
CLAI assembly in Cuba will include support for Superstorm Sandy relief
Has there ever been a black or African pope?
Noted writer Carolyn Winfrey Gillette pens new hymn for One Great Hour of Sharing
Wagering on a new pope? You bet!
Living with God in the context of HIV/AIDS
Mental health of clergy requires balancing stress and success
Documentary film helps launch Bread for the World’s annual Offering of Letters
Gay, transgender band breaks barriers in Christian music
Being Christ’s gathered-sent community
PC(USA) scholar featured in ‘ON Scripture – the Bible’ series
Observe Clean Water Sunday March 17
Rosa Parks statue unveiled at Capitol, celebrated by AME Church
Ecumenical vision for new financial system presented to Latin American governments
Benedict will be’Pope Emeritus’ after resignation
National events for new Presbyterian hymnal planned
SDOP disburses more than $160,000 to 10 U.S. self-help projects
When spouses lose faith, sticking together is hard
Youth groups invited to enter Pentecost Offering video contest
A new home she never dared hope for in Haiti
House passes bill to give disaster relief to religious groups
Sharing the impact of Special Offerings
Pope expected to live out a quiet retirement in Vatican monastery
Ten new Presbyterian mission co-workers complete orientation
A Pastoral Letter from the Stated Clerk on Reuniting Families
WCC to hold consultation on stateless people
Christian left sees optimism in Obama’s second term
‘Launching pad’ for organizing pastors
Controversy over Cardinal Mahony’s conclave vote reaches Vatican
Presbyterian global mission leader Don Black dies at 93
Orlando retirement complex caters to aging Hindu immigrants
Church leaders and Christian educators engage in new curriculum from PC(USA)
Chicago is ground zero in U.S. Muslim renaissance
PDA responding to tornado in Mississippi
Catholic, Reformed churches agree on baptism
NCC to consolidate operations in Washington, D.C.
Tibetans mourn as self-immolations near 100
MRTI approves shareholder resolutions
Pension industry legend Dan McGill dies at 93
Electing a new pope draws on tradition and secrecy
Board of Pensions postpones vote on medical dues overhaul
Playing with the locusts of life
Fasting like an Old Testament prophet gains followers during Lent
Boy Scouts shift on gays wouldn’t change rules on atheists
March 1, 2013 is World Day of Prayer
GreenFaith, PC(USA) Environmental Ministries announce partnership
You are what you eat (unfortunately)
Femicide continues to mark Guatemalan society
Pope Benedict XVI says lack of ‘faith’ could be used in marriage annulments
Vatican admits it doesn’t fully understand youth culture
Church leaders urge fundamental immigration reform
Justice is the key to peace in Colombia
40 years after Roe v. Wade, abortion foes are winning — and losing
Seeking the shalom of the city
The things that make for peace
European court says U.K. equality laws trump personal religious beliefs
Political solution is the only way to end Syria conflict, human rights activist says
At halftime, a religious alternative to Beyonce
Presbyterian film critic’s top 10 spiritual films of 2012
Religious leaders in Geneva advocate for peace
U.S. mosques hit by shortage of imams
Trigger spurs conversations on gun violence in a Chicago community
WCC assembly an opportunity for praying, listening, sharing
Cubans see Internet as crucial to future development
Hungry Jews in America? Kosher food pantries report growing need
Dare to believe peace is coming, Tveit tells Korean congregations
‘Virtual’ public schools draw interest of religious families
Shifts in balance of power create uneasy relations in Latin America
Church in a post-Christian context
New broadly graded summer curriculum sets stage for awesome adventures
Dagmar Heller’s book places baptism in ecumenical perspective
Citing religion, some health workers refuse flu shots
Gang of 6 reach an immigration deal!
Head of WCRC’s justice program now based in Geneva
Churches, synagogues press for federal rebuilding aid after Sandy
Announcement of organization for communications and funds development
Africa rises, China falls on Christian persecution list
New Lenten Study Available from Presbyterian Old Testament Scholar Patricia Tull
Obama extols a biblical vision of equality for all in second inaugural
Wear your PDA T-Shirt to church the first Sunday in Lent
PC(USA) Daily Prayer app on top 20 list for most-used lifestyle apps
New Books for Lent from Authors Dietrich Bonhoeffer and N. T. Wright
Book shares stories of Illinois congregation’s members
Frei Betto to receive José Martí Award
God is alive and well in America, says Gallup chief
In the wake of Sandy, CWS coordinating recovery trainings in New Jersey, New York
Church World Service urges action on hunger, immigration in letter to Obama
Obama’s use of Scripture has elements of Lincoln, King
Moderator's Report June 2012 - December 2012
Applications for small church residency program, For Such a Time as This, now being accepted
Religious coalition takes on the gun lobby
Seeking to be a bridge of reconciliation
Latin American Parliament recognizes the right to food
Years of tension yield to thaw between gays, Mormons
WCC blasts U.S. for blocking ecumenical meeting in Cuba
Office of the General Assembly moves forward with reorganization
Russell Moore: Why adoption is a ‘pro-life’ policy for evangelicals
National Faith Call-in Day for Humane Immigration Reform
Living Waters for the World names new education director
Pope Paul VI inches one step closer to sainthood
Baptism of the Lord Sunday 2013
Worshiping Community launches faster than anyone imagined
As bells toll, clergy push Congress on gun control
Indigenous groups present peace plan to Colombian government and FARC negotiators
PBS series depicts American abolitionists as fired by faith
Showing families a promising future
Lutheran ‘comfort dogs’ welcome students back to Newtown school
Coudersport, Pa. church to reopen this weekend
Faith leaders want Americans to pray for collegiality
Bells that sounded — and some that didn’t
From local mission partnership to global advocacy
Christianity in Britain losing ground to Islam, secularism
Santa’s not the only black belt
From nuns to ‘nones,’ 10 ways religion shaped the news in 2012
Self-Development of People invites Three Young Adults to Assist with Building Community Partnerships
Homer T. Rickabaugh dies at 80
Presbyterian youth meet in Lebanon to discuss faith, response to Syria crisis
Poll: More than one-third of Americans see signs of end times in extreme weather
Charities fight changes on tax deductions
Communication rights for Indigenous people are here to stay
Olympian Gabby Douglas talks faith, forgiveness and matzo ball soup
CBS Christmas Eve special celebrates power of hope
Polls show views on gays and lesbians shifting fast
Abraham Lincoln’s faith and the Presbyterian connection
Commission suggests ways to keep closer eye on lavish ministries
Requests for ‘Trigger’ screenings rise in wake of Newtown shootings
A missionary who preaches gender equality
Pope Benedict XVI tightens church control over Catholic charities
Poll: Most Americans say employers should cover contraception
Living Waters for the World announces Christmas E-card
PC (USA) announces new coordinator for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
Secession theology runs deep in American religious, political history
A letter concerning passage of the Indonesian Family Refugee Protection Act
In the Aftermath of Two Mass Shootings This Week
A tribute to Presbyterian-friendly Dave Brubeck
‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ moves evangelicals beyond black and white sexuality
WCC seeks young adult stewards for Busan Assembly
U.S. dominates list of world’s ‘500 Most Influential Muslims’
In search of a spiritual leader
Former GA Moderator Cindy Bolbach dies at age 64
A challenge for the season: reaching out while turning in
Churches valuable for peace and security in Latin America, consultation told
The sacred ran through jazz legend Dave Brubeck’s music
Update - Call to prayer for the Moderator of the 219th General Assembly (2010)
Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch and all the East dies at age 92
Survey shows camps, retreats have touched most Presbyterians
‘He will bring forth justice to the nations...’
Some Jews can’t get jazzed over Hanukkah
Thirteen Churches to Participate in Study on Marriage Pretest
Addressing the Moral Concern of Deficits through Principle, Not Politics
At Christmas, in celebration of birthdays
Luther anniversary links Protestant Reformation to contemporary issues
Pope’s final book on Jesus focuses on Christmas birth, hidden childhood
A Merry Christmas for Team Sweaty Sheep
PC(USA)’s West Africa Initiative promotes sustainable food production
Africa struggles with impact of small arms proliferation
Church of England rejects women bishops
Nurturing Christian vocation with college students
Plans begin in Havana for the CLAI VI Assembly
New ‘Terumah’ phone app will link churches with far-flung followers
Muslim feminist scholar wins prestigious Grawemeyer Award in Religion
Nigerian youth adopt eco-justice for urban neighborhoods
Pope Benedict XVI faces uphill challenge in trying to resurrect Latin
“We are all Egyptians and that is the way we want to be!”
Church musician shot, killed during worship
Post-election survey: changing religious landscape challenges influence of white Christian vote
Church leaders say returning vets need time, attention
Bible Society of Egypt requests prayers for demonstrators
‘Jazz Noel’ concert scheduled to support Jersey Shore Hurricane Sandy victims
Judge rejects much of Schuller’s bankruptcy bid
Native of Sudan finds refuge in North Carolina church
Korean church leader shares vision for next decade
Jewish and Christian leaders try to revive at-risk interfaith group
Answering the call: the executive turned farmhand
Praise for Presbyterian Anne Lamott’s new book
Deadline approaching fast for Bible trivia TV show
The ‘nones’ say 2012 election proves they are a political force
Popular Advent devotional series
Bolivian Lutheran congregation serves single mothers
Jews push back against Scouts over policy banning gay
The Office of Immigration Issues has a new logo
Leaders Guide available for new U.S. Congregations Study book on leadership
Bread for the World joins global network of farmers in ending hunger
#GivingTuesday event aims to boost charities
Supporting planters as they grow
Situation in Greece more than an economic crisis
‘Mormon moment’ ends with a loss - but Romney’s religion still won
Report: anti-Semitic incidents decline in the U.S.
New congregational resource invites pilgrimage to Busan’
Library of Congress exhibit celebrates Jewish history, artifacts
Historical society introduces downloadable exhibits
Russian Presbyterians form General Assembly
Chastened Catholic bishops told they have to reform themselves
Cross Cultural Young Adult Network Hopes to Lead the Church in Outreach to Young Adults
A faith-based storm shelter that just doesn’t close its doors
Moscow Theological Seminary perseveres despite challenges
WCRC to leave Geneva for Hanover, Germany
Buddhist, Hindu make history in new Congress
Monisha Smith selected as YAV Recruiter
Hosanna Preaching Prize winners announced
‘Scandalous’ evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson gets star turn on Broadway
Contending for water rights in Bolivia
Statement on the Escalating Violence in and around Gaza
On the (soggy) ground in New York City
Bishops and American nuns hold ‘cordial and open’ meeting
Messages of prayer and solidarity pour in from PC(USA) international partners
On Sistine Chapel’s 500th, foot traffic remains a threat
Consolidated WCC library opens in Bossey
What do religious leaders want for Obama’s next four years?
Sultans of Satire aims to bridge gaps with Muslims, Arabs through comedy
PC(USA) CFO Joey Bailey announces retirement
Has security become the new religion?
Presbyterian church in Aleppo destroyed by bomb attack
Who is most likely to stray? Christians and Jews
Stony Point Center seeks 2013 calendars
Has security become the new religion?
Is it ethical to defy evacuation orders?
GAPJC rules presbyteries must consider property values when churches leave
Muslims back Obama, but by smaller margin than in 2008
Prepare your bags . . . God is going to change your language and nationality
A picture’s worth a thousand words
Board of Pensions unveils new 2014 healthcare dues structure
New Mission Program Grants for 1001
Adventists call actions to allow women’s ordinations ‘mistakes’
Glendora Paul, world mission advocate, dies at age 82
Carter Center supports calls to investigate Israeli human rights violations
Are ministers and musicians allies or rivals?
Hurricane Sandy no Halloween treat
Hurricane Sandy: Church World Service responds in New Jersey and Cuba
Muslim women bridge differences to help refugees resettle in U.S.
Workshop addresses ecumenical advocacy for rights of domestic migrant workers
‘Extreme Makeover’ family has a call to ‘change the world’
Office of the General Assembly prepares for reorganization
Orthodox churches reflect on WCC Assembly theme
Neither Obama nor Romney? Some Christians vote for ’None of the Above’
Church leaders offer call to prayer as Hurricane Sandy continues to rage
Korean Association of Women Theologians wins Swiss prize
Kabul school of rock gains acceptance among Muslims
Permissible activities for churches and other entities, especially during election years
‘What it is to be a human being’
Youth eco-justice efforts expand
Majority of Protestant pastors back Romney, but many still undecided
Moscow’s Russian-American Institute for sale
Ferncliff plans $3.5 million expansion
Unitarian Universalists see chance for growth in growth of secularism
A message from the Stated Clerk concerning recent General Assembly statements on Israel
Presbyterian Church rejuvenates with new pastor
New Native American saint Kateri Tekakwitha stirs mixed emotions
Church World Service resettles nearly 6,000 refugees
Shiite Muslims quietly establish a foothold in U.S.
(Financial) keys to the Kingdom
Jewish and Christian groups at impasse over U.S. aid to Israel
Cycle of attacks on Holy Land churches continues
Taliban unrepentant after attack on Pakistani teen, vow to kill her
PC(USA) stated clerk urges Palestinian leaders to work with each other, Israel
Poll: Most Americans don’t think Scientology is a religion
Catholic bishops rebuke Biden over contraception mandate claims
Synod of Mid-America to Fund New Worshiping Communities
There are alternatives, says leading development economist at ecumenical meeting
Shariah or not, Muslim divorces can get tricky
Eight New Church Grants Awarded
Members chosen for three General Assembly special committees
Blood is thicker than gay ordination
PC(USA)’s Scott Black Johnston to preach on ‘Day 1’
Jewish groups say conspiracy theory over anti-Islam film won’t die
Communication is the invisible link that unites faith communities, says WACC president
Romney appeals to evangelicals through ‘Judeo-Christian’ values
New roadmap for NGOs in Haiti aims to ‘weed out bad apples’
Religious groups team up to fight sex trafficking
Reflections on the 50th anniversary of the Cuban missile crisis
Craig Barnes named Princeton Theological Seminary president
New members named to expanded General Assembly special committee
Developing capacity ― a way to be church
Christians have crosses, Jews have stars and atheists have ... what, exactly?
Scholar depicts Martin Luther in traditional Japanese Noh drama
Church lifts-off into new beginnings
Poll: Obama surges ahead among Catholic voters
Moravian pastor to lead a U.S. Episcopal church
Being Reformed studies explore confessional statements
Religious leaders ask Congress to condition Israel military aid on human rights compliance
Peace discernment process underway
Muslim parents wrestle with passing on Islamic values
Hindus in Pakistan say they are a forgotten community
WCC conference probes sustainability crises
Spirit of St. Francis lives strong in Assisi
Inter-Anglican commission considers ecumenical dialogues
‘Paradise and the economy’ is theme of theological essay competition
Jewish voters still favoring Obama
African religious leaders demand end to illegal wildlife trade
PADVN releases domestic violence awareness resources
Mass movements in support of financial reform needed, Latin American peasant leader says
Report: Restrictions on religious freedom increasing worldwide
Australian Christians put global poverty deadline on nation’s agenda
Poll: White working class voters are still looking for a candidate, and still religious
Indigenous theologians reflect on life, justice and peace in Taiwan
ENInews suspends service, seeks further funding
Theologians and economists to join in push for new global financial system
Faith groups in Africa mobilize to protect environment
Charities struggle with cleanup from Hurricane Isaac
Turning God’s whispers into shouts
Shelters for undocumented migrants under threat in Mexico
Obama at the U.N.: A new religion doctrine
Dutch ecumenical leader wants churches to examine slavery history
Newly created Asian Forum on Theological Education meets and sets course
Evangelicals seek a future for thousands of frozen embryos
Middle East Christians are endangered, Protestant assembly hears
Hope in the midst of a firestorm
Promoting hope amid rampant violence
Faith leaders call for higher standard of public discourse
Presbyterian Peace Fellowship gives top award to Jewish, PC(USA) groups
Seventh-day Adventists facing pressure to allow female clergy
Latin American and Caribbean Lutheran churches discuss challenges
Mission board approves ‘path and process’ toward separate incorporation of Stony Point Center
Love in Jesus’ way: the basic tool for peace
New Zealand clerics seek an official measure of child poverty
Q&A with Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf
Don’t live life backwards, Korean gathering told
Union Presbyterian Seminary opens new building, campus
WCC and Latin American churches express hope for Colombia peace talks
Five big questions about the ‘Jesus' wife’ discovery
In Australia, gay marriage debate goes local after federal bill fails
For Such a Time as This announces recruitment plans for 2013
National Council of Churches governing board adopts recommendations for future mission
Survey: Economy continues negative effect on churches
Religious leaders seek inquiry into misuse of Pakistan blasphemy law
Latin American and Caribbean Lutherans launch HIV network
Lily Dale, N.Y.: A gated community for spiritualists
Kenyan faith leaders issue guidelines for choosing elected officials
WCC holds public hearing on Pakistan’s blasphemy law
Tyler Clementi's parents leave evangelical church over views on homosexuality
Jerusalem music festival honors a range of faiths
Office of Financial Aid for Studies changes name to Financial Aid for Service
GA moderator Neal Presa preaches in South Korea
PMAB revises 2013-2014 mission budgets
Homeless find support on Facebook, Twitter
Christian communicators support Argentina study of non-sexist communication
Mission worker Martha Sommers featured in documentary
PMAB stops funding for Barber-Scotia College in N.C.
Mission Agency Board congratulates Presbyterian Church of Korea on 100th anniversary
Bob Smylie named director emeritus of Presbyterian Ministry at the U.N.
Are Muslims allowed to dance? Depends who you ask
Pakistani Christians hail arrest of Muslim cleric for framing Christian girl
PC(USA) leaders respond to attacks in Libya
Evidence of continuing income inequality
Does megachurch ‘high’ explain their success?
Australian Anglicans accused of sexism over new marriage vows
Presbyterian Mission Agency Launches New Logo to Go with New Name
Office of the General Assembly bids fond farewell to Sharon Youngs, welcomes Emily Odom
Youth learn ‘different ways of living Christian faith’
Black pastors move to counter new voter ID laws
Indian nun lives with indigenous people to defend land rights
New Finance Manager brings strong experience to Presbyterian World Mission
Caravan across U.S. calls attention to human impact of Mexico’s drug war
Activists hail release of Christian pastor in Iran, teen in Pakistan
Congo religious leaders seek to build awareness of war
Joint Orthodox-Pentecostal patrols proposed to guard church property in Russia
WCC wants safe communities for women and men
God is back in the party platform, but religion remains an issue for Democrats
In Cameroon, faith supports a road safety campaign
Minority witness amidst anarchy
The power of parable: Old Testament parables
Arson, graffiti, and price tags in the Holy Land
Prominent priest blames sex victims, says first-time abusers shouldn't face jail
New Zealand lawmakers back same-sex marriage
Central Committee appreciates text on ecclesiology
Romney-Ryan GOP ticket reflects religious shift
Asian churches mark Communication Sunday
Carolyn Winfrey Gillette pens new hymn for ‘Season of Peace’
WCC calls for dialogue and prayer in support of peace in Syria
Washington state churches told not to collect funds for gay marriage fight
World church council to hold hearing on religious minorities in Pakistan
WCC statement invokes new understanding of mission
Muslim immigrants at home key to U.S. image abroad
Russian, Polish churches sign reconciliation agreemen
Tveit reports on churches’ work for justice and peace
Obama and Romney offer rare glimpse of their spiritual lives
Evangelical alliance criticizes treatment of religious minorities in Sri Lanka
Seven years after Katrina, New Orleans Jews wander no more
Australia’s clerics criticize plans for asylum seekers
Altmann affirms signs of hope in the ecumenical movement
Cardinal Dolan ― and Sister Simone Campbell ― to bless the Democratic convention
Lutheran federation to assist Syrian refugees in Jordan
Church Leaders Offer Call to Prayer as Hurricane Isaac prepares to come ashore
In the midst of unspeakable violence
Orthodox Academy of Crete hosts WCC Central Committee meeting
Kenyan church leaders react to protests against Chinese
Bible game show aims for religious audience
Members named for reconfigured General Assembly Mid Council Commission
J.C. Austin to preach on ‘Day 1’
Malawi churches unite to promote better management
Mars Hill Bible Church names Rob Bell’s successor
Transparency advocates laud new SEC rules on foreign business operations
Cardinal Timothy Dolan’s GOP convention blessing prompts debate
ECG 2012 impacts lifelong Presbyterian
Cathedrals in U.K. to hold memorial services for infants
Colombian president meets with Nasa Indians
Report highlights Islam’s global diversity
Canadian church approves boycott of Israeli settlement products
Isabel Apawo Phiri joins WCC as new associate general secretary
South African religious leaders launch campaign to end corruption
Is skinny-dipping in the Sea of Galilee sacrilegious?
Presbyterian leaders meet in the Dominican Republic
Family Research Council accuses Southern Poverty Law Center of sparking shooter’s hatred
Livingston to leave U.S.-based church council
‘The ecumenical movement must expand its commitment to women’
First Guatemalan Lutheran woman pastor ordained
Poll shows Africa is most devout region of the world
Muslims petition Egypt not to include Shariah
Two lives, two worlds, one ministry
Report: racism persists in English-speaking Caribbean
Black churches split over gay marriage and Obama
“Prosperity gospel” attracts many African Christians
Aung San Suu Kyi addresses CCIA consultation urging new model of reconciliation
Nuns reject Vatican takeover but seek dialogue on differences
Japanese Catholic monastery practices an ecological way of life
Ministry of service, for the services
Latin American Lutherans discuss role of theological education
Population bill tests Philippine Catholic Church’s clout
For Sikhs, turban is a proud symbol — and a target
Mission co-worker Richard Williams named YAV Coordinator
Kenyan Presbyterian church involved in fatal bus accident
National Black Presbyterian Caucus revisits its purpose and mission
What was Romney like as a Mormon bishop?
Congolese churches issue a ‘cry of distress’ over war
Chautauqua offers free stay to young Presbyterian ministers, families
Do the American nuns have a future?
In U.S., Amish report staggering growth
PC(USA)’s Reggie Weaver to preach on ‘Day 1’
London “street pastors” help Olympic visitors
Faith leaders urge Americans to combat attacks on religious minorities
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) offers prayers for the Sikh community
Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. to Deliver 30th Annual Everett C. Parker Lecture
Catholics walk the ground traveled by new Native American saint
Faith groups condemn shootings at Wisconsin Sikh temple
James Solheim, ‘ecumenical communicator,’ dies at 73
WCC calls on churches to observe International Day of Prayer for Peace
Poll: Romney may see an evangelical ‘enthusiasm gap’
Evangelical church in Brazil celebrates centennial
New study connects communications rights and social change
New poll examines minorities' views on social issues
First female Anglican bishop elected in Africa
A beautiful day in the neighborhood
WCC calls for ‘madang’ program applications
Mormons and Baptists compete for converts
French town creates ‘Esplanade of Religions’ for greater understanding
New Worshiping Communities Spring Up in Northwest
August call to prayer for Syria
Don’t ‘go’ to church, evangelist tells ‘ECG 2012’
Join in all the reindeer games
Survey finds record 19 percent of Americans religiously unaffiliated
Korean church group proposes peace projects for WCC’s 10th Assembly
Born again … and again … and again
Orthodox Church in America head Metropolitan Jonah dismissed over alleged rape cover-up
Reframing New Church Development
Kenyan Roman Catholic bishops oppose push for birth control
Sweet encourages church to follow Jesus
Malawi religious leaders and people living with HIV agree on common actions through dialogue
St. Paul Saints baseball team to become ‘Mr. Paul Aints’ on atheist night
Ecumenical group criticizes continuing export of Filipino labor
Presbyterian churches smaller, older, research shows
Gallup reports new low in religious confidence
Russian Patriarch calls for reconciliation in ceremony at massacre site
Improbable providence leads GA to vice-moderator
Nominations open for Reformed church leadership award for women
Churches shifting summer worship from Sunday to Wednesday nights
Armenian Church awards prize to Russian film maker Alexander Sokurov
Presbyterian Centers for New Church Innovation announce 1001: Get in the Game gatherings
Maggs, Maloney announce retirements from BOP
NAACP urges black churches to address AIDS epidemic
Scotland will be first country in UK to legalize gay marriage
Religion has played role at Olympics since days of ancient Greece
In London, Olympic athletes offered free sports Bibles
Is gun control a religious issue?
EU and religious leaders call for solidarity to solve economic and other challenges
Faith community must address injustice to help ‘turn the tide’ of the HIV pandemic
A fledging pastor by the age of 6
Aurora worshippers seek solace, guidance after movie theater shooting
To fast or not to fast: Muslim athletes face dilemma at Olympic Games
Religious leaders call for prayer and tighter gun control after Colorado shooting
Iraqi refugees targets of sectarian violence in escalating Syrian civil war
In the Aftermath of a Massacre
WCC’s Faith and Order Commission approves new theological agreement
Bible museum planned for Washington, D.C.
Nun and pastor risk staying in Homs, Syria to care for nursing home residents
Presbyterian leaders issue statement in wake of suicide bombings
Study: Pastors' concerns for others may harm their own health
Scottish government delays decision on same sex weddings
PC(USA) partners to testify before Congress on La Oroya contamination
Evangelical author sees a ‘Mormonizing of America’
Christian groups scale up humanitarian aid to victims of Syrian conflict
Six candidates for ministry receive first calls in third year of For Such a Time as This program
Future uncertain for Syrian Christians, church leader says
Women secure a third of Mexican parliament
What ‘Dummies’ need to know about atheism
Report: churches vital in tackling HIV/AIDS
Standing with displaced Colombians
Vatican blames lack of priests on secularism, abuse, parents
Christian communicators support indigenous radio project in Peru
Tuesday morning memorial service set for Deborah Bruce
WCC urges Colombia to protect human rights defenders
Catholic bishops denounce ‘economic dictatorship’ in Brazil’s Amazon region
Historian predicts ‘bright future’ for Christianity, but warns of crisis in Catholicism
Poll: Mormons excited about Romney's rise, but wary of media
Renowned Presbyterian researcher Deborah Bruce dies
Assembly in Brief is now available
Will new language legislation destroy the Ukraine?
Church of England postpones historic vote on female bishops
Reaction mixed to Episcopal Church’s approval of same-sex rites
A week with the Vietnamese church
Trouble for Mitt Romney? Poll says anti-Mormon bias unchanged since 1967
Asian theologians express views on Christian hospitality
Donations to U.S. religious institutions decline for second year
Australian census shows numbers of non-believers are growing
Schramm takes on mantle of Presbyterian Mission Agency Board leadership
Churchwide pastoral letter from the 220th General Assembly (2012)
Carta Pastoral Circular de la 220a Asamblea General
Presbyterian Writers Guild honors Buchanan, Kovacs
220th GA removes about 50 of the 300-plus authoritative interpretations
General Assembly Mission Council is renamed
Assembly approves actions in support of immigrants
General Assembly approves all recommendations of Church Growth/PILP Committee
220th GA calls for ‘serious study and discernment’ regarding Christian Marriage
Assembly rejects return to ‘fidelity and chastity’ language
Prayer at the 220th GA: ‘A respite from all the busyness’
220th General Assembly elects entire Nominating Committee slate
New Arab democracies doing in a few years what it took the U.S. over 200 to do
Multicultural Network celebrates church’s diversity
Boycott added to Presbyterian tools for Middle East peace
Voices of Sophia breakfast: Thorson-Smith reflects back and looks forward
YAADs model community for Assembly
220th General Assembly authorizes study of health insurance companies
GA220 Friday worship: ‘The water of baptism confounds the boundaries that people hold so dear’
Ecumenical Breakfast: Christian students committed to ‘an economy of life’
J. Herbert Nelson rallies Presbyterians to continue the struggle for peace and justice
Vast, beautiful universe says astrophysicist
Pastor’s role examined in Company of Pastors luncheon
Growing Robust Churches Breakfast
AEPs dinner: presbytery leaders reflect on change
220th General Assembly opts for ‘positive investment’ over divestment
Presbyterian World Mission Luncheon celebrates the past and embraces the future
220th General Assembly asks Board of Pensions to discuss shared benefits plan
GA 220 mission tour is a trip of remembrance
General Assembly retains PC(USA) property clause
General Assembly adopts wide range of social justice issues
Interim ministry training: It’s guiding, not telling
Theological Education Awards Breakfast
National Asian Presbyterian Council banquet offered time to share stories
The power of story: Native Americans speak in changing times
Assembly receives permanent committee reviews
GA asks COGA to study per capita giving
Presbyterian Publishing Corporation Breakfast
General Assembly rejects non-geographic presbyteries
National Black Presbyterian Caucus dinner
220th GA approves recommendation for development of clear definition for affiliated school
General Assembly commissions new mission personnel and honors retirees
220th GA Church Growth Committee recommends approval of 1001 movement
PFR breakfast includes numerous awards
Tom Trinidad is confirmed as new vice moderator of 220th GA
Bailey: ‘We can disagree without hate or fear’
Korean Centennial Service celebrates grand act of God in creating the Presbyterian Church of Korea
Committee on Immigration Issues is united in support of immigrants
YAADs have much on their minds while at the 220th GA
Special Presbyterian night at the ballpark
Commissioners approve new Heidelberg catechism translation
Presbyterian Coalition honors Schlossberg
New direction for collegiate ministries
220th GA Ecumenical Worship Service embraces global church
Assembly celebrates anniversaries of Cuban, Guatemalan, Korean churches
GA Procedures Committee asks for COGA study on presbyteries’ per capita obligation
Assembly committee rejects proposal for non-geographic presbyteries
McCabe resigns as vice moderator of the 220th GA
Civil Union and Marriage Issues Committee recommends change to definition of marriage
Church Orders to recommend adding “repentance” and “grace” to ordination standards
Belhar Confession to be recommended for inclusion in Book of Confessions
Biennial Assemblies Committee declines to mandate quota on young adult commissioners
Assembly committee recommends divestment
Health Issues Committee addresses reproductive health care access
Social Justice Issues Committee finishes work
Mission Coordination Committee leaves special offerings relatively unchanged
Missionaries were “social radicals”
Nelson calls on church to remove the labels
OnebyOne Luncheon: Linda Harvey shares concerns for America’s children
Presbyterian military chaplains share stories of combat, faith
Students’ research highlights urgency of collegiate ministry
Anderson is speaker at the Covenant Network Luncheon
Civil Union and Marriage Issues
Middle East and Peacemaking Issues
Authoritative Interpretation Review
Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations
Theological Issues, Institutions, and Christian Education
McLaren is featured speaker for GA Breakfast
Brian McClaren brings a message of hope for the future
Musicians add richness to the 220th General Assembly (2012)
Speakers put a human face on immigration issues
GA 220 Mission and Cultural Tours
“Home Runs for Hunger” a hit in Pittsburgh Presbytery
Gradye Parsons unanimously reelected stated clerk of General Assembly
1001 Worshiping Communities T-Shirt giveaway
GA 220 Exhibit Hall offers something for everyone
Alyson Janke receives Jenkins award
Heinz History Center Exhibit on Presbyterian Pioneers starts with lecture on July 2
Women of Faith Awards Breakfast honors three recipients
Team Sweaty Sheep bicyclists finish trek to General Assembly
Tara Spuhler McCabe confirmed as GA vice-moderator
GA Moderator’s Press Conference
Ohio church severely damaged in Friday’s storm
Confusion is better than certainty, says first gay Episcopal bishop
Neal D. Presa elected moderator on fourth ballot
Riverside Conversation on reports from the GA Stated Clerk and Executive Director of the GAMC
Riverside Conversation on Equipping the Church for Ministry with God’s Diverse Family
Moderator Cindy Bolbach opens 220th General Assembly (2012) with worship
Mendenhall receives Ernest Trice Thompson Award
Riverside Conversation: Nature of the Church in the 21st Century
Riverside Conversation on Middle East Peace
Riverside Conversation: Biennial Review Committee
Pittsburgh happenings during GA
“Wait for the Lord” makes GA debut during opening worship
Local churches host GA participants
Communion Ware Honors Pittsburgh’s Glass-Making History
Church governance, sexuality, peace issues top GA agenda
After 54 years, PC(USA) General Assembly returns to Pittsburgh
News from GA will be plentiful and in many formats
Parsons issues statement on Supreme Court decision on healthcare law
GA backgrounder: Mid Councils Commission
Ecumenical accompaniers share updates on Palestinian territory
Religious groups vie for Internet space in domain name grab
In Australia, churches speak out on gay marriage ahead of parliamentary debate
Learn more about the new logo for the Committee on Representation
GA backgrounder: the 21st century church
Russia’s Presbyterians are forming a General Assembly
Catholic theologians stand up to the Vatican
Japan to restart nuclear reactors as faith groups continue opposition
Being Reformed releases mission-focused study
Non-anxious moderator seeks same for GA220
GA backgrounder: confessional statements
Presbyterians for Earth Care to present annual awards at GA
Black Mormons face a political choice like no other
Jerusalem councilwoman proposes interfaith forum for women
General Assembly backgrounder: Same-gender partner benefits
WCC forum issues a call to promote ‘economy of life’
Young snake handlers grasp the power of faith
Thai village will get first Christian crematorium
VoiceLine summaries from GA will be available
General Assembly backgrounder: Immigration
World Council of Churches announces Geneva site development
Black preachers divided on same-sex marriage, not Obama
Process for online ordination exams moves closer to reality
Presbyterian Network to End Homelessness releases handbook
General Assembly backgrounder: Middle East peace
Technology shifts the meaning of ‘death us do part’ in funeral rituals
Japan to restart nuclear reactors as faith groups continue opposition
Los temas de sexualidad, gobierno de la iglesia, y paz son los más destacados en la agenda de la AG
Stated Clerk releases PC(USA) 2011 statistics
Carlos Malave to head Christian Churches Together
General Assembly backgrounder: ordination standards
Rocking Russian grannies to build church with prize winnings
With nomination clinched, focus turns to Romney’s Mormon faith
General Assembly leaders offer a renewed call to prayer and action for the people of Syria
37 presbyteries honored for generosity in 2011
General Assembly backgrounder: special offerings
Southern Baptists elect Fred Luter as first black president
Christian-Muslim peace summit underway in Beirut
Feasting on the Word curriculum celebrates new Canadian distribution
Sexuality, church governance, peace issues top GA agenda
Like countless spiritual pilgrims, Esalen Institute faces its own midlife crisis
Israeli archaeologists find ancient seal that mentions Bethlehem
General Assembly backgrounder: Same-sex marriage
Churches ask Philippine government to improve human rights record
Mosque construction continues to attract opposition across U.S.
Presbyterian World Mission calls young leader with broad experience to key role
Presbyterian Pan American School celebrates 100th anniversary
Canadian Anglican and United churches renew dialogue
Studies say atheists, believers both do good, but for different reasons
Black Baptist says church shouldn’t be defined by race
Student Christian leadership group sets action plan
Mission Program Grants totaling $100,000 awarded
The Pennsylvania mission connection
Still a long way to go in fight against sexual violence in Central America
Evangelicals press U.S. Congress on immigration
In Indonesia, church head seeks help to mediate tensions
Tusculum business program recognized by Clinton Foundation as model for global action
Interfaith special on HIV/AIDS to air on CBS
Church delegates to bring ethical perspectives to environment summit
10 years after Catholic sex abuse reforms, what’s changed?
Rabbi Rick Jacobs takes helm of Reform Judaism
Egyptian Christians seek freedom guarantees ahead of run-off vote
33 church leaders publicly oppose special offerings overhaul
As Muslim community grows, Muslim funerals follow suit
Church leader says religious freedom is growing in Myanmar
Diversity in Leadership Network is About Matching Skills to Needs
Change management consultant elected NCC transitional general secretary
Taize movement brings throwback appeal to U.S.
Asian group’s general secretary asserts women's right to leadership
WCC to launch book series on Orthodox theology
U.S. churches tread lightly on politics in 2012 election
Korean churches plan peace train ahead of 2013 WCC assembly
Social networking, Cuban style
Does love last longer in arranged marriages?
Amnesty International report notes persecution of religious minorities
Seeking a nonviolent future for Mexico in the Bible
China Christian Council to host WCC meeting in China
Christian network: Japan disaster victims still ‘isolated and uncertain’
Southern Baptist heavyweight Richard Land in the fight of his life
Federal appeals court rules against gay marriage ban
In Cameroon, new churches sprout, many illegally
2012 Samuel Robinson Award winners announced
From 10,000 lakes to the desert
Presbyterians, other faith leaders meet with White House chef
Ecumenical panel kicks off UN forum on indigenous issues
Pope Benedict XVI wants Catholic colleges to ensure faculty are faithful to church doctrine
Joel Ortega Dopico: ‘Come together as a Cuban family’
In a changed world, churches need to rethink communications
The Rev. Patrick Conroy, U.S. House chaplain, talks about conflict and his unusual congregation
Janet Edwards steps down as GA moderator candidate
Southern Sudanese again seek safety at Kakuma camp
Israeli artifacts support Solomon’s Temple, archaeologists say
Thomas Long to preach on ‘Day 1’
New Zealand Anglicans choose unconventional bishop
Taize movement brings throwback appeal to U.S.
Online directory for theological institutions launched
Theologian sees links between Christianity and African traditional religion
How did Mormons grow so fast? They changed how they counted
Trade Agreements vs. Democracy
Exploring the value of theological friendship groups
Churches to observe 'World Week for Peace in Palestine-Israel'
Ecumenical award goes to Church World Service leader
Sikhs launch app to report profiling
United Nations warns on trafficking of indigenous girls near the Nicaragua-Honduras border
Narnia or Neverland? Christians choose their favorite fantasy land
Anglican world marks 350 years of the Book of Common Prayer
Global Reformed church movement sets priorities for 2012-2013
For clergy, lost faith can lead to lost family, jobs
Presbyterians value special offering causes
John C. Martin Award announced
GA 220 marks 175 years of world mission
Jamaica’s rich biodiversity faces multiple threats
France will have new denomination with Protestant merger
Arctic Christians get first complete Inuit Bible
The reshaping of World Mission
Presbyterians divided on same-sex marriage
All in the family: a history of splits in the American Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian Church of Mexico begins anniversary celebrations
Evangelicals say it’s time for frank talk about sex
Funding needs in the U.S. and around the world
Ecumenical Patriarch honored with ‘Freedom Award’
Syrian Christians live in uneasy alliance with Bashar Assad
Orthodox patriarch calls Putin Russia’s legitimate leader
Plans for WCRC focus discussion
Greek churches ‘face disaster’ as crisis deepens
Young ‘Millennials’ losing faith in record numbers
Share what God is up to in your congregation
National Presbyterian Church of Mexico begins 140th anniversary
Supreme Court decision on religion upends campus religious groups
Indonesian authorities restrict places of worship after Muslim protests
Preparing leaders for Eastern Europe
GAMC approves lower 2013-2014 mission budgets
GAMC Approves Budget and Plan for 2013-2014
Emergent seminaries for the emergent church
Why the United Methodist Church canceled votes on same-sex marriage and gay clergy
Anglican-Roman Catholic meeting ponders ecumenical dialogue
The ecology of grace and gratitude
Unraveling the fabric of injustice
North Carolina debates approval of same-sex marriage ban
Dynamic new church ministries receive Mission Program Grants
Missing French reporter’s journalistic mission in Colombia
‘The Voice’: New Bible translation focuses on dialogue
Listen to the most vulnerable, church alliance urges World Bank head
White House honors Presbyterian Hunger Program partner Student Action with Farmworkers
Kinnamon returns to familiar turf: the classroom
Good theology can change the world, asserts WCC conference
Soldiers’ Bibles exhibit a walk through American history
WCRC seeks nominations for Sylvia Michel Prize
Methodists reach across historic racial boundaries with communion pact
Churches cite rising tension between North and South Korea
Presbyterian journalists win 14 ACP awards
Methodists uphold policy that calls homosexuality ‘incompatible with Christian teaching’
‘Green and Just’ webinar to foster conversation about environmental issues
PC(USA)’s Pen Peery to preach on ‘Day 1’
France hears the gospel, or at least the music
Man behind ‘near-death experience’ ponders the afterlife
Religious belief highest in developing and Catholic countries
Religious questions for Pa. voter ID law draw fire
Church works to turn old Orlando motel into Faith Arts Village
Bosnian cardinal laments Sarajevo’s ‘disappearing Christians’
Ohio congressman on a mission to bring meditation to the masses
Presbyterian Committee on Northern Ireland honored
Guatemala churches supporting families opposed to mining
Man spends 12 months practicing 12 different religions, and finds peace at year’s end
Presbyterian teen chooses service over a sweet 16 party
Branson taps Des Moines pastor as running mate
Catholic bishops issue rallying cry for ‘religious freedom’
Mali hopes for peace after inauguration of civilian president
Empowering Haitians with disabilities
Australia’s Anglican church still divided over women’s ordination
Vet hears God’s call in providing artificial limbs
Easing a political refugee’s hard road to opportunity
Growing the PC(USA) deep, wide, and diverse
‘Reverts’ return to their childhood faith
Youth in Peru less likely to consider themselves religious
MRTI holds long-sought meeting with Caterpillar
Lutheran groups explore common observances of Reformation anniversary
Vatican orders crackdown on American nuns
Radiation protection standards are skewed towards industry, says Japanese interfaith group
Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a (Hindu) match
Call for prayer from Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) partners in Sudan
‘Day 1’ receives video production grant from Odyssey Networks
Vatican praises Buddhism for the ‘wisdom’ it teaches its young
Mississippi, Vermont score at opposite ends of religious spectrum
RCC’s Wilbur Awards honor multi-media
What do Presbyterians prefer in pastors?
Religious freedom ambassador settles into role, diplomacy
Sudanese bishop says peace depends on lifestyle change
International leaders gather in Washington to support ‘the Cuban Five’
Church groups express concern over escalating Sudan conflict
Anti-Shariah movement loses steam in state legislatures
Presbyterian partnerships in mission: Church World Service
Edwards taps Krehbiel as vice-moderator running mate
Bowling lanes disappearing from U.S. churches
Catholic priest gives bird’s eye tour of Jerusalem from rooftop
Parsons, Valentine issue Earth Day ‘meditation’
Dallas II October consultation to create collective impact for mission
Presbyterians win 15 RCC awards
Peruvian government leader defends mine opposition
Religious freedom ambassador settles into role, diplomacy
Film about Argentinian ‘tragic events’ receives award
Third vice moderator candidate announced
Filmmaker looks at religion, human rights through eyes of Flemish painter
Son says sibling rivalry fueled Crystal Cathedral downfall
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Ministries’ Effort Receives International Award
Company of New Pastors announces new leadership team
Register for National Multicultural Conference
Residents’ protests continue as Peruvian gold mine awaits green light
Orthodox primates stress need for peace and stability in Middle East
Refugee finds his own church ‘sanctuary’
220th General Assembly committee leadership named
Presa taps D.C. pastor as GA vice-moderator running mate
Orthodox patriarch hits at ‘unacceptable’ attacks on ecumenism
‘Covenant’ to bind Anglican Communion appears dead
Mexican Senate ratifies lay state and establishes religious freedom
Bart Ehrman’s new portrayal of Jesus is surprisingly sympathetic
Holy Week draws pilgrims to St. Thomas shrine in India
Pope’s Easter message includes Middle East
Dalai Lama wins Templeton Prize for work on science, religion
Small conferences, large reach
Churches campaign for treaty on illicit arms sales,
In Cameroon, Muslims and Christians support electoral reform
Passover traditions reflect ethnic, regional customs
In Myanmar, army’s attacks on Christians continue
EHAIA, an African initiative going beyond Africa
Women faith leaders call for greater oversight of the cosmetic industry to protect children
Mission Program Grants totaling $100,000 awarded to four new church developments
What did Jesus do on Holy Saturday?
Religious leaders hail Senegal’s peaceful elections
New Presbyterian hymnal contents to be released
Ending child malnutrition in Kenya, one sprinkle at a time
As Rowan Williams retires, speculation turns to successor
Pope Benedict XVI denounces cultural shift toward gay marriage in U.S.
Protestant elected mayor of major Russian city
Pope asks Castro for more church freedom, Good Friday holiday
Malawi president rejects calls from faith leaders to resign
Why is it so hard to do religion in prime time?
Haitian, Dominican bishops create commission to help rebuild Haiti
Dalai Lama awarded 2012 Templeton Prize
Pastor says hospitality staff can't live by bread alone
CUIC issues statement on killing of Florida teenager
Mission in Haiti: young adults working to help others
Board of Pensions: no 2012 experience apportionment
At Mass, pope recognizes Cubans’ struggles, calls freedom a necessity
Faith leaders join in honoring farm workers at Department of Labor hall of honor
Panel says bishops have the last word on Catholic theology
Church leaders see hope amid suffering in Manila's slums
Making a 180 degree shift, one degree at a time
Churches on the move amidst changing landscapes
Harold Camping says May 21 prediction was ‘incorrect and sinful’
Report: Christians are half of world’s migrants
Reports of numerous GA special committees to 220th GA are now available online
‘Mission from the margins’ explored at CWME event
Churches lost $1.2 billion in recession
Religious minorities subject to cruel treatment, U.N. expert says
Mexican Lutheran church celebrates female leaders
Church leaders stress partnership as Christianity grows in global South
Cash-strapped Italy looks to tax church-owned properties
Religious leaders press ‘faithful’ federal budget
White House proposal gives religious groups more say in birth control mandate
U.N. experts urge Pakistan to improve security for religious minorities
Connecting through mission in Haiti
Gillette pens ‘gift’ for Living Waters for the World
Pope to find challenges, opportunities in Cuba
Rio+20 summit must include ethical principles, say experts
Stated Clerk Nomination Committee selects Parsons for a second term
Cuban Presbyterian theologian, artist René Castellanos dies at 97
Called as partners in Christ’s service
Evangelicals voting in record numbers in GOP primaries
Doorways into the life of a church
Egyptian Bible Society remembers Pope Shenouda III
Egyptian Christians mourn death of Coptic Pope Shenouda III
Caribbean nations need common climate change strategy, Cuban expert says
New book explores a Jewish view of the New Testament
After losing school job, gay teacher loses church job
2013 Presbyterian Youth Triennium theme announced
Archbishop of Canterbury to step down, accepts position at Cambridge
U.S. mosques report rapid growth in past 10 years
‘Ten Commandments Judge’ Roy Moore poised to return to Alabama court
Church council seeks to re-define mission and evangelism
Gratification is ‘flip side’ of generosity, Taylor says
‘One in Christ for the sake of all’
Doctor who championed ‘death with dignity’ dies at 83
Filipino church leaders raise concerns on ‘People Power’ anniversary
Tornado survivors band together to aid community
Repairs, funds are slow-going at quake-damaged National Cathedral
Russian election sparks debate in Orthodox Church
Rob Fohr tagged to serve in new young adult catalyst position
South Sudanese face deadline to leave the north
Both sides gear up in N.C. gay marriage fight
Ecumenical leaders oppose Congressional resolutions on Iran
Assembly of Middle Eastern Protestant churches discusses future of Christians in region
After C.S. Lewis College flops, a free campus for the taking
ACT Alliance report looks at successful gender equality programs in 13 countries
220th General Assembly (2012) registration is now open
Pittsburgh area congregations to host assembly goers on Sunday morning
NEXT leaders map out next steps
In Cameroon, faith leaders fear expansion of extremism from Nigeria
Poll finds Americans split on contraception mandate
2.3 million reasons for change
Presbyterians challenge nationwide prison privatization
You’ve heard of evangelicals, but just who are they?
In Brazil, public health is theme of bishops’ campaign
Creating space for something new to be born
Presbyterian leaders oppose rush to war with Iran
NCC, PC(USA) launch Lenten fast to protest mistreatment of tomato harvesters
Don’t lose sight of Middle East peace, U.S. religious leaders say
Rick Santorum’s secret army: home-schoolers
Rev. Janet Edwards is fifth moderator candidate
Presbyterian leader George Telford dies at 78
Church-related group outlines key issues facing digital media platforms
Why do Mormons baptize the dead?
Same-gender partner benefits approved for benefits plan of Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Survey: more Israeli Jews express belief in God
Historian tackles doubt, divorce and the priesthood
We Believe offers affordable, age-appropriate denominational curriculum for all age levels
Presbyterian-related documentary nominated for two Emmys
WCC disowns doctrine used against indigenous peoples
Lenten reflections focus on water as God’s gift and a human right
FBI, Muslims report progress over training materials
Palestinian Lutheran pastor receives German media award
Grief without God is a challenge for nonbelievers
Indonesia may pass new law on religious identification
A call for prayer and action for the people of Syria
Colombian church to host 2012 Lutheran World Federation Council
Violent repression of church demonstration in Congo raises concerns
Nonprofit groups oppose Obama’s change in charitable deductions
Security and international peace focus of WCC consultation
Anglican breakaway groups confront a new power struggle
Libyan Christian leaders stress reconciliation
Blacks say atheists were unseen civil rights heroes
Prison drama takes Ecumenical Jury prize at the Berlin International Film Festival
Campus ministry abuzz over giant face poster
Call to prayer for the Moderator of the 219th General Assembly (2010)
A festival every fifth Sunday of the month
WCC Executive Committee sends message to Syrian churches
U.S. tourists to Israel advised to dress modestly
Fears grow Syrian conflict may slide into civil war
GAPJC upholds Spahr rebuke for performing same-gender weddings
GAMC approves sweeping changes to special offerings
Southern Baptists to stick (mostly) with same name
Christian communicators celebrate World Radio Day
A new vision for collegiate ministry
Paul Simon’s long meandering spiritual journey
Chaplains hear call to serve God while serving country
Pope contributes to restoration of Algerian basilica
2012 Walton Award winner announced
GAMC recommends divestment from Caterpillar, Motorola, Hewlett-Packard
Native American Ministries Consultation
COGA, GAMC propose 35-cent per capita increase over two years
State takes control of Sheldon Jackson College archives
Evangelical churches rise in France, attracting youth
Will Mormons’ racial history be a problem for Mitt Romney?
707: An idea that’s taking off
‘Games pastors’ to help visitors at London Olympics
Study says U.S. Muslims don’t want Shariah, either
Retired mission workers translating Bible into Anuak with Africans
New beginnings for Presbyterian Church
McDonald says seminaries exist to serve gospel, not themselves
Youth longing for peace in the Arab world
As New Orleans still recovers, prayer teams cover one block at a time
Zambian Catholic bishops oppose repatriation of Rwandan refugees
Ashley called as new associate for leadership development
Yamada says church must focus on multiple futures
Catholicism still dominant in Caribbean, but its influence wanes
Americans intrigued but wary still of Mormon beliefs
Egypt's humanitarian problems need addressing, say Christian representatives
Trader Joe’s Signs Fair Food Agreement with the Coalition of Immokalee Workers
SDOP welcomes community partners
Haiti recovery: no room for complacency, no time for blame, says Church World Service
Pro footballer Tebow is top religion author of 2011
Berlin churches oppose ‘inhumane’ detention of asylum seekers
Legacy album connects family heritage, musical tradition
‘A miniature Christian bookstore’ in the palm of your hand
Ecumenical group affirms relationship with Rome
John Buchanan tapped for top Writers Guild award
Christianity, religion risk oblivion in many parts of world, pope says
Workers at religious institutions fear future of pensions
European humanists demand ‘equal rights’ with churches
Commission calls for national racial ethnic ministries task force
2011-12 Women of Color awardees announced
SDOP disburses more than $240,000 to 13 self-help projects in the U.S.
In academia, Islam remains a risky third rail
Ecumenical group cites increased attacks against Palestinian villages
New Orleans pastor poised to be first black to lead Baptists
Vatican to host global summit on sexual abuse
Veteran Pastor James C. Howell Examines Micah's Life and Message in New Book
Commission proposes non-geographic presbyteries
China frees underground church leader
As missionary movement turns 200, questions for the future
Grants still available for 'communities of theological friendship'
Read your own story into the Bible story, APCE told
International ecumenical accompaniment is crucial in Colombia, religious and community leaders say
WCC accepting applications for 2012 stewards
Cairo congregation ministered to Tahrir Square protesters
Megadeth star takes thrash metal ― and seminary ― on tour
Ecumenical panel recommends steps to advance Christian unity
Poll: Preachy politicians turn off many voters
Kashmir Shariah court order targets Christians
Presbyterians back disaster relief
Task Force encourages 20/20 Vision for Special Offerings
Despite roadmap, severe human rights violations continue in Madagascar
Cover designs for new hymnal released
After Fiji flood, churches, Christian agencies help thousands
Study portrays Mormons as outsiders looking in
Animated faith: Disney, discipleship and Dr. King
Global economy is focus of Ecumenical Advocacy
Health, human rights experts call for ‘safe spaces’ in churches
Traveling repairmen help rebuild churches
New Believer remembers joy of baptism
Working together for social justice and decent work
After minor turbulence, Alaska Airlines suspends prayer cards
In Fiji, Methodists frustrated over repressive decree
Evangelical Covenant Order unveils polity
Report shows Christianity shifting to Africa
Churches in Sudan encounter more hostility after south’s independence
Russian Protestants commemorate MLK Day for the first time
El Salvadoran president officially apologizes for 1981 massacre
N.C. man has a ‘gentle madness’ for church fans collection
Presbyterian film critic releases Top 10 movies of 2011
24 PC(USA) leaders issue ‘Letter of Reconciliation’
NCC names Chapman as interim general secretary
For many, ‘Losing My Religion’ isn't a song: It’s life
Fellowship’s theology document may remain a work in progress
North Korean Christian leader Kang Young-sup dies
It’s 2012, which means another doomsday may be upon us
Is it Ethical for Christians to Use Genetic Screening?
Financial Aid for Studies announces Transformational Leadership Debt Assistance
The Junction website helps coordinate mission trips, events for greater impact
Bread for the World launches annual letters campaign
Atheists face uphill climb with new political party
In Israel, a clash over religious gender segregation
Fellowship of Presbyterians unveils name for ‘new Reformed body’
Presbytery in the mirror … and furthermore
Latino evangelical coalition highlights issues in U.S. election
U.S. jumps to top of charity index
Planting a missional imagination
Would Mormons try to influence a Romney White House?
In Israel, Christian population has lowest growth rate, report says
It’s 2012, which means another doomsday may be upon us
Report names 50 worst countries for Christian persecution
Webinar to explore new publishing technologies
Religious leaders: Same-sex marriage threatens religious freedom
Honduras to use evangelism to fight police corruption
Applications for small church residency program, For Such a Time as This, now being accepted
Eight leaders urge congregations to rethink leaving the PC(USA)
Cuban Biblical Network celebrates its 10th anniversary
Holy Land pilgrimage can lead to inter-religious understanding
Supreme Court sides with churches in employment fights
Church of Scotland supports Israeli agricultural project
Rob Bell says goodbye to Michigan megachurch
‘The hidden treasure of prison ministry’
Pope names 22 new cardinals, including two Americans
Hungarian court annuls law that withdraws legal recognition of churches
NCC announces Kinnamon's departure, transition plan
Egyptian Christian leaders consider dialogue with Islamic groups
Vatican launches Catholic home for U.S. Episcopalians
Dissident’s book reveals ‘secret history’ of Christianity in China
Muslims caught in reality show crossfire struggle to understand controversy
Top 10 Presbyterian stories from 2011
Romney's evangelical problem starts with theology
Orthodox emergency care group trains Arab women in home safety
Faith group says ‘human dignity’ should be key to bioweapons accord
Magi would have a tough time finding frankincense
American city will see ‘multi-faith neighborhood’
New Reform Jewish leader promises revitalization
Could “Arab spring” turn into “Christian winter”?
Churches in Colombia express concern over recent law changes
2011: A year of taking it to the streets
Bin Laden’s death rated top religion news story
Churches in Congo slam presidential election process
Philippine Catholic Church at odds with health department over HIV prevention
Christmas symbols are in the eye of the beholder
Church throws party for neighborhood
Religious groups in Scotland overwhelmingly disapprove of gay marriage
Advent a make-or-break chance for churches, visitors
Christmas Message 2011 from the World Council of Churches general secretary
Noted author John Philip Newell to preach on ‘Day 1’
As church-based civil unions kick in, Church of England says no
Muslim reality show, under fire, denies charges of extremism
Eight new mission program grants totaling $250,000 awarded
Cuban, U.S. Councils of Churches issue joint statement
Court upholds Berlin school’s ban on Muslim prayer
Young hip Jews leading a Hanukkah music makeover
Parsons and Valentine join NCC in speaking against Islamophobia
PC(USA) New Church Development leader to attempt world record for continuous bell ringing
Parents, pastors wrestle with place of Santa at Christmas
In India, tribunal says state government failed to protect Christians
Nationwide survey in Mexico reveals religious discrimination
Poll suggests believers can be swayed on nukes, environment
Action group provides new life to HIV-infected in Indonesia
Join us for worship in Bethlehem this Saturday
In some Arab villages, imams now preach driver safety
GOP candidates make pitch to Jewish voters
Fellowship releases 2 guiding documents discussing creation of new Reformed body
U.S. churches will continue to press for Cuba-U.S. normalization, Kinnamon says
Cathedrals becoming rallying points for anti-capitalist protesters
Israel inaugurates ‘Gospel Trail’ to follow Jesus’ steps
Partnership in a ‘newborn nation’
Hindu Christian Forum launches at Lambeth Palace
Angry churches pull money from big banks
Gifts to Theological Education Fund (TEF) top $50 million
Mission Crossroads magazine content now available online
More than consultation — collaboration
Cluster bomb accord derailed after failing to meet humanitarian concerns
Atheists launch campaign to get unbelievers
“Our first Christmas together”
California church wins ‘Energy Oscar’
Faith groups in Kenya seek to strengthen HIV/AIDS strategies
Religious groups spend nearly $400 million on D.C. advocacy
John Calvin would have been in the Occupy Wall Street movement, says WCRC’s Nyomi
Fundamentalist Bob Jones U. maintains stunning Catholic art collection
Number of Somali refugees declining due to aid and rainfall
Hey elders: Try a little humility
Crystal Cathedral is cautionary tale for pastors
Indian churches propose anti-corruption legislation
Pray for embargo’s end, Cuban parliamentary leader tells U.S. religious leaders
Ecumenical group highlights Israeli demolitions
Study: religious services make some women happier
Connecting with college students
‘From Gutenberg to Google’ is one theme of Reformation anniversary
Salem witch trials get a second look
Report: hunger affects millions in Latin America, Caribbean
Tea Party, Occupy movements fail to capture Americans’ hearts
Radical Somali group bans aid agencies
New online journal blends information, action
As Uganda re-considers anti-gay law, former bishop calls for tolerance
Black seminaries embrace hip-hop
Lieberman is choice as manager of polity guidance and training
Russia Mission Network holds 7th annual conference
El Salvador gives award to Archbishop Romero Trust
As injured vets return home, congregations reach out
A vista of mesas, a vision of peace
Kathryn Lohre installed as NCC president
Students ‘do interfaith’ through universal language of music
Freedom of religion in Russia faces increased limits
Faith and food: a worldwide blessing
Christian leaders press Middle East stalemate solution
Was the First Thanksgiving a religious celebration?
Japan’s Christian leaders criticize government involvement in trade talks
Proclaim words of hope, Campbell tells moderators
The Rev. Charles “Chip” Hardwick named Director of Theology, Worship and Education
“What Christ’s church could and should look like”
Former GA moderator Silas Kessler dies at 100
Burma stepping up attacks on Christians, says rights group
After Miss. defeat, what’s next for ‘Personhood’?
Applications being accepted for GA stated clerk
BOP keeps eye on federal health care reform developments
Pope to make second trip to Africa
Climate is good for pope’s possible visit to Cuba
Evangelicals call for nuclear cutbacks
Sudan churches remain united despite country division
South African expert on gender, religion and health
UK to allow religious gay partnership ceremonies
Steve Jobs’ private spirituality now an open book
Communities of Theological Friendship
World Mission committed to continue ministry in Mexico and along border
The long journey of reconciliation
Ecumenical Water Network breaks new ground
U.N. criticizes China crackdown on Buddhist monks
U.S. Muslims get their turn at reality TV
Solidarity, peace and human rights focal points of PC(USA) visit to Madagascar
NCC governing board approves leadership transition process
Expert says churches must adapt to new profile of charitable giving
Churches call for greater efforts to counter arms trade
U.S. seminaries consider radical changes
From gracious hosts to gracious guests
Self-Development of People announces grant recipients
Tibetan protests spread to Nepal
Hawaii moves closer to California
Climate justice youth caravan heads for South Africa
Muslim superhero comics gain fans ― and controversy
Thomas W. Gillespie, retired Princeton Seminary president, dies
Chinese prison Bible to be displayed in U.S.
Catholics urge civility in politics
At the intersection of church and world
Interfaith Tokyo symposium explores attitudes on suicide
Circus ministry is a high-wire act of faith for chaplain
LPTS goes tuition-free for master’s degree students
St. Paul’s dean resigns, cites protest controversy
Faith, political leaders find out how far food stamps go
NCC documentary highlights churches’ outreach to struggling communities
U.S. activists bemoan low priority given to religious freedom
Succession rules changed for British monarchs
Bridging divisions in Northern Ireland
New book tackles history of the popes
Catholics see difference in loyalty to faith, hierarchy
Great Ministry Practices: Using social media to broaden the reach of traditional ministries
Refugee resettlement dropped 25 percent in FY 2011
WCC starts global theological education survey
In Philippines, native wisdom enhances Christian spirituality
What would Jesus laugh at? A lot, says Colbert’s ‘chaplain’
God: just an “imaginary friend”?
Churches pledge support for migrant Caribbean workers
Gallup Poll: 35 percent oppose death penalty
Reformation Sunday marks need for ongoing church renewal
Weekend of Joy: Four Baptisms in the Guadalupe River
WCC assembly planning committee meets
Pakistani judge who sentenced governor’s assassin vanishes
Mormon leaders quiz followers on reading habits
Creative Services group wins four awards
Repression of religious minorities is increasing, says human rights group
Study: Religion can affect your soul ― and your wallet
CUIC strives to heal divisions of racism in church, society
PC(USA) leaders recognize Reformation Day in churchwide letter
Presbyterian Historical Society features Civil War resources
Christian leaders say yes to Palestine U.N. membership
Church partners respond to Thailand’s flood disaster
First Catholic bishop charged with sex abuse cover-up
Texas pastor is fourth candidate for GA moderator
Spanish translation of Tutu letter to Gradye Parsons
D.C. pastor to lead Democrats’ faith outreach
‘A long loving look at the real’
WACC president says communication is building meaning in common
Muslim superhero comics gain fans ― and controversy
Forum: migrant Christian communities transforming traditional churches
Cuban seminary commemorates 65th anniversary
Should our bodies become bullets after death?
Orthodox get green light to rebuild at Ground Zero
Peace Prize winner Gbowee says faith helped in peace campaign
Follow Jesus into the world; invite the church and others to join you
Pittsburgh pastor preaches winning sermon in Geneva
Egypt still rocked by sectarian violence in post-Mubarak regime
Sheen, Estevez find ‘The Way’ to make a non-preachy religious film
Explore the logo designs for the 220th GA (2012)
World Christianity has a new address, a new look and many names
How George Harrison changed the way we believe
Scotland’s gay marriage discussion stirring controversy among faith groups
Partnership, contextualization, recreation
Exiled Libyan Jews look with hope toward homeland
Asian ecumenical group sees Philippines as ‘model’ for peace
Presbytery of Charlotte endorses third moderator candidate
Congregation rallies after vandals attack
People of faith join Wall Street protests
Religious groups latch on to the Groupon craze
Great Rivers endorses 2nd candidate for moderator
Charges dismissed against D.C. prayer vigil leaders
U.N. condemns Coptic killings in Egypt
‘Protest chaplains’ shepherd movement’s spiritual side
Announcing the Second Annual Multicultural Institute at Montreat
COGA weighs 10-A responses from partner churches
South Koreans’ visit to North Korea aims to ease tensions
Seven things learned from the Values Voter Summit
MGB Commission votes to eliminate synods
Raising ethical dimensions in debate on climate justice
Clinton's anti-child-marriage initiative finds relevance in churches
Dead Sea Scrolls now available online
Mobilizing youth and women to reduce HIV
25-year-old Belhar Confession still relevant for South African churches
Economics/foreign policy expert assails Cuba embargo
Pentagon: Chaplains can celebrate gay marriages
For Such a Time as This small church residency program extended
Pittsburgh Presbyterians hit hunger out of the park
Churches in North America and the Caribbean plan increased cooperation
Southern Baptist president floats name change
Japanese Christian doctor turns 100, looks toward 110
PHEWA seeks nominations for social justice ministries awards
Dalai Lama refused visa by South Africa
Christian leaders plot ecumenical future in Indonesia
Alan Gripe, interim ministry pioneer, dies
Conference to address criminal justice crisis in the U.S.
Supreme Court to weigh churches’ hiring rights
Lutherans seek greater unity ahead of 2017 observance
GAMC leaders reflect on Middle East trip
Farmhouse becomes mission center to house new church development
New daily devotionals based on Feasting on the Word series to be published
‘The only hope is Jesus Christ’
Palestinian, Israeli students use art to bridge differences
Evangelicals line up behind Rick Perry
Stillman Choir to be featured in 2011 Christmas Joy Offering video
PC(USA) leaders call for release of Iranian pastor
Neal Presa is first candidate for GA 220 moderator
Stronger congregations, deeper relationships
Partisan politics affecting role of faith groups in U.S., says prominent journalist
Poll finds evangelicals stand apart on evolution, climate change
Christian bookstores try to gain off Borders' loss
Raphael’s twin Madonnas reunited for pope’s visit to Germany
Religious dialogue helped release of U.S. hikers in Iran
More Americans designing a make-your-own religion
Catholics warn of ‘national conflict’ over gay marriage
Jerusalem interfaith dialogue sees increased participation
Reconciliation amid great pain
Can young Jews become more Jewish without much Judaism?
Muslims helping to rebuild Christian school in Kashmir
‘Know justice, know peace; know peace, know justice’
China’s influence in Africa includes church construction
Study probes why college students leave church
Feasting on the Word Curriculum serves up new seasonal pricing plan
Poll shows young evangelical divide on gay marriage
After Fukushima, faith groups ponder nuclear power
Working with others for Christ
Mission program grants awarded
New challenges growing out of Arab Spring
In recession-hit Hungary, churches take over state schools
Christian-Jewish relations still a source of debate
The divine surprises of adoption
In Indonesia, church runs afoul of Islamic street name
Lutheran federation asks U.N. to intervene in Honduras
Senators probe politics and piety in new books
CWS climate change project receives ACT award
WCC president calls for solidarity with the poor
Religious minorities criticize Indian anti-corruption campaign
New forms of telling a very old story
Mienda Uriarte to coordinate the PC(USA)’s mission work in Asia and the Pacific
Hong Kong Christians support residency for migrant workers
Obama administration criticizes eight countries on religious freedom
Changes coming to PC(USA) ordination exam process
PPC announces new hymnal title, colors, prices
German Web site allows congregations to rate clergy
Poll: NY may be more spiritual, but not because of 9/11
Rethinking theology for HIV response
Presbytery Grants for Congregational Transformation announced
Refugee resettlement special to air Sept. 25 on CBS
Political issues highlight Pacific churches’ anniversary meeting
Poll: Americans are tolerant of other faiths ― except Islam
Presbyterian author constructs a Christology from the margins in latest book
MRTI recommends PC(USA) divestment of three companies
MRTI reports on engagement with companies doing business in Israel-Palestine
New network of church-based HR professionals formed
Christian communications groups pledge to work more closely
‘Roamin’ Catholics' wander in search of new church
Catholic schools in Kenya prohibit Muslim head covering
On 9/11, preachers find no easy words
Orthodox leaders smooth path to proposed summit meeting
In U.S., interfaith worship doubled since 9/11
Since 9/11, number of Presbyterian churches engaged with other faith groups has increased 50 percent
Association of Presbyterians for Cross-cultural Mission announces its closure
Church council sends peace teams to South Sudan
Interfaith understanding remains elusive 10 years after 9/11
Joining Hands partners sponsor photojournalism contest on ecological injustice and solutions
Armed civilians heighten Tripoli danger, cleric says
After 9/11, some run toward faith, some run other way
Popular study from Being Reformed: Faith Seeking Understanding now available in Korean language
Berlin’s Protestants celebrate roots in Judaism
Facebook game players ‘elect’ new popes
Many Voices, One Song: Join Presbyterians in song on September 4
Church leaders call for prayer and support following Hurricane Irene
Australian churches welcome refugee ‘swap’ ruling
Jedis and Pastafarians: Real religion or just a joke?
A harvest of righteousness is sown in peace
After hurricane, faith-based groups mobilize relief
Bats in belfry plague British church
Is Twilight bad news for girls?
PC(USA) stated clerk condemns bombing of U.N. compound in Nigeria
Son of Pakistani governor who criticized blasphemy law is kidnapped
Charity group brings dollars, and controversy
PDA, presbyteries prepare for Hurricane Irene
WCC general secretary calls for urgent action in the Horn of Africa
Asian ecumenical group opposes South Korea base construction
States scramble to find prison chaplains after cuts
Ecumenical team pays solidarity visit to Myanmar and to refugees
Somali refugee camp expanding into Kenya’s third-largest ‘city’
At Church of Beethoven, music is the message
World Mission responds to ending of partnership by Mexican Presbyterian Church
Latin American Protestant leaders criticize U.S. budget decisions
Earthquake damages Washington National Cathedral
Study sees link between education and views of heaven
Mexican Presbyterian Church votes to end 139-year-old relationship with PC(USA)
Church of Scotland GA votes for more dialogue on same-sex issues
Mar Thoma church in India celebrates 175th anniversary
A soundtrack for your inner Dude
Pakistani police claim Bhatti murder due to family dispute, story says
Study of secularism sees boost on college campuses
Church leaders point to worship resources for 9/11 remembrances
A different kind of discipleship
Tutu: lingering effects of apartheid include ‘self-hate’
Virginian on national religious history museum quest
Andrew Black accepts call to become director of constitutional services
Mission in a post-Christian society
Latin American Protestants, Catholics hold historic meeting
Religious groups in Nepal start equal rights campaign
Colleges sign up for Obama’s interfaith program
Taste and see that the Lord is good
Peace convocation to inspire prayer for Sept. 21
In Australia, Christian leaders support asylum seekers
Women show deep drop in church-going, survey says
New international mission appointees complete orientation
From unchurched to church planter
Christian activists in India seeking stronger rules to curb alcoholism
More Catholic departures than baptisms for first time in Germany
Changing times, changing needs
WCRC issues call to prayer for security in Mexico
Faith groups concerned about North Korean leadership of U.N. group
Mormons add shorter stints to boost missionaries
Thirty-seven presbyteries honored for giving
Church leaders seek long-term solutions to Horn of Africa food crisis
Poll: Americans want religious presidents, but are vague on details
Presbyterians compose worship resources for 9/11
Campus Crusade ditches name for ‘Cru’
Pioneering Japanese Protestant to be portrayed in TV series
Helping others while in the midst of your own disaster
Northern Sudan Christians face challenges after south’s secession
State Dept. tries to raise visibility of religion
Haiti’s reconstruction still an uphill battle
In England, faith groups work to heal riot-scarred towns
As candidates run for office, some run from their church
Something stirring along the water’s edge
Orthodox Patriarch calls for reconciliation of Russia and Georgia
Poll: American Muslims hopeful about life in the U.S.
Ordinary encounters, extraordinary power
Christian agencies continue work in Somalia despite security issues
Blogosphere abuzz over Rupert Murdoch as ‘Bible mogul’
Joplin after the tornado: a photo essay
Ecumenical ‘accompaniers’ aid Palestinians
Willow Creek cuts ties with ex-gay Exodus International
Passage of debt-ceiling bill prompts response from Stated Clerk
GAPJC clears Scott Anderson for ordination
Ramadan treat dates back to Muhammad
Week of Prayer 2012 asks what victory means for unity
Hungarian churches divided over new religion law
Professor tweets Quran for Ramadan
Child of apartheid to lead world Methodists
Norway’s churches at center of country’s efforts to heal after attacks
Poll: Anti-Muslim sentiment grew after bin Laden death
Pressure mounts on Iran to acquit Christian pastor
Poll: God has better approval rating than Congress
Ten candidates for ministry receive first calls in second year of For Such a Time as This program
The Reverend J. Herbert Nelson is arrested in protest over debt ceiling negotiations
Brandon preacher’s husband content with unconventional role
Japan’s ecumenical office responds to ‘triple disaster’
More questions, fewer answers, on the afterlife
Kenya promises to expand camp for refugees
U.S. conservatives on defense after Oslo killings
Greek churches face financial disaster in economic crisis
Jewish foes of circumcision sit out attempts to ban it
Students of diverse faiths seek understanding at Bossey
State discrimination forces Dalits to leave church, says Catholic bishop
Acting school aims to make Hollywood more like Holy-wood
Presbyterian competes in national wedding dress design competition
Christian agencies warn that 10 million people face famine in Horn of Africa
Mormon leaders told to stay out of politics
Presbyterians promote compassion, peace, and justice
Newly ordained Catholic priests excommunicated in China
Iraqi pastor bemoans flight of Christians
Church council warns of food shortages in North Korea
Sharon Watkins re-elected president of Disciples
Weekly liturgical helps in Spanish one of most popular web resources
CBS, NBC specials show connection between immigration and faith community
Russian pro-lifers to launch women’s health clinics that don’t provide abortions
Saintly relics, from the macabre to the magnificent
‘Fair trade, not just free trade’
CLAI chooses Cuba for its next General Assembly
South Sudan Catholic bishop dies a week after independence
Ecumenical veteran sees a ‘new frontier’
Board of Pensions announces two-step dues increase
From Brazil to Angola, not content to accept injustice
Interfaith leaders press for poverty assistance funding
Pakistani religious minorities criticize recent government initiative
Championship coach tackles God on the gridiron
Christian youth to be trained for eco-justice
Churches and aid agencies lobby for ‘Robin Hood’ tax
Report says Islamophobia on the rise
A journey of letting go and bringing together
South Sudan churches hope for new nation’s peace and growth
Parochial schools not immune to bullies
Presbyterians stage pro-immigrants public witness during Big Tent
Global Christian leaders hail Southern Sudan’s independence and assure continued support
Catholics look into buying Crystal Cathedral
Christians reach broad consensus on appropriate missionary conduct
China vows to ordain bishops without Vatican’s OK
Episcopal Church defends top bishop’s record in abuse case
Alabama and Tennessee July long-term recovery trainings to help most vulnerable tornado survivors
Abortion fight taken up by Russian Orthodox and American evangelicals
Jewish concerns remain as Delta, Saudis deny discrimination
Fresh role likely for charities as Nepal’s refugees find new home
Schuller removed from board at Crystal Cathedral
Archbishop of Canterbury urges greater church involvement in environment and social media
Report: Mercedes to unveil new eco-friendly popemobile
Lives Transformed: ‘Start with the Kids’
Environmental Ministries Action Network launched
Stated Clerk releases PC(USA) 2010 statistics
Breaking the ‘cradle to prison pipeline’
WCRC calls for week of prayers for Sudan amid signs of progress in negotiations
Sudanese clergy seek to give aid in South Kordofan
Critics push Obama to change faith-based hiring rules
Leaders examine religion’s place in Israeli democracy
Pawlenty’s prominent pastor not a political pawn
Big Tent’s Peacemaking Conference focuses on reconciliation, understanding
Anglican-Lutheran dialogue examines service and witness
Greek Orthodox rally to rebuild Ground Zero church
Stated clerk speaks out against Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Nudity in religious art: godly or sinful?
Church of England to allow gay bishops … sort of
Middle East Monitoring Group announces search for narratives
WJK Titles Named Gold and Silver Books of the Year from <i>ForeWord Reviews</i>
PC(USA) leaders call Wisconsin governor to protect campus ministry
'A house of prayer for all peoples'
Japanese interfaith group opposes U.S. bases on Okinawa
All Southern Baptist eyes on black New Orleans pastor
‘Learning to live together’ inside the Big Tent
All but one PC(USA) constitutional amendment headed for approval
Japanese churches must become more active, warns theologian
Americans see room to disagree but remain faithful to religion
Presbyterian leaders offer a call to prayer for Sudan
Leading in healthy, bold and dangerous ways
Religious leaders assess UN AIDS declaration
Gallup says 9 in 10 Americans believe in God
SDOP grants more than $150,000 to 9 U.S. self-help projects
World Mission Matters encourages participation
U.N. environment agency sees work with faith groups, African cleric says
Lesbian minister to face Methodist church trial
Pakistani court postpones trial in 2009 attacks on Christians
Bishops open meeting to review sex abuse rules
Thinking theologically about technology
Conference to address issues faced by Christians in the Middle East
After controversy, Baptists affirm belief in ‘eternal’ hell
Church: it’s not just for Sunday mornings anymore
Stated clerk issues call to prayer for Nepal Christians
Lutheran federation president urges members to pursue justice
Religious freedom envoy condemns religious intolerance
PC(USA) presses Obama on human rights in Colombia
African faith leaders call for action on climate change
Southern Baptists look to minorities to jumpstart growth
PC(USA) Middle East Monitoring Group releases Kairos Palestine Study Guide
Distinguished Christian educator Ellis Nelson dies
WCC will return 60s-80s torture documents to Brazil
Israel sees slow but growing acceptance for gay Orthodox
Renewed Sudan fighting causing humanitarian crisis
Catholic bishops to take second look at abuse reforms
A big dance floor: building trust and being the church
Renewal and witness at the heart of Pentecost
Muslims contribute to German society, church gathering told
Judge hears monks’ suit over right to build caskets
Human rights groups praise indictments in Salvadoran Jesuits case
Ore. faith-healing trial draws to a close
Majority of presbyteries approve new Form of Government
Most Presbyterians prefer monthly Lord’s Supper celebrations
Cuba’s churches grapple with a changing society, says council leader
Satan doesn't have a blog, but if he did ...
A churchwide letter concerning the new Form of Government
Presbyteries of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) have approved a new Form of Government
Presbyterian-run student housing at a crossroads
Octogenarian learns how to read so he can better understand Bible
King’s daughter leaves Georgia church after scandal
‘Climate justice’ new concern of Christian communicators
Christians shatter taboos around talking about money
MGB Commission mulls data, identifies some ‘operating assumptions’
India’s Catholics plan first synod for lay people
Add one of these to your summer reading list
Church of Scotland moves closer to accepting more gay clergy
Katrina volunteers keep coming, even if they have to pay
Making room for the little shots
Pilgrims return to Jesus’ baptismal site as Israel removes landmines
Saving lives, strengthening pastoral ministry
People of faith fast to protest U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Canadian editor elected president of Ecumenical News International
Same-sex relations, marriage receive record approval
Presbyterian pastor responds: What makes a good spiritual life?
Former GA moderator Bill Lytle dies
Alaska Presbyterian icon Walter Soboleff dead at 102
International Ecumenical Peace Convocation addresses issues of nonviolence and the environment
Churches asked to share pulpits with Muslims
Korean-American church leader Youngil Cho dies
With nFOG vote close, advocates renew call to pass it
Zimbabwe church groups pray for peace ahead of elections
For many blacks, there’s only one Bible, and it’s the KJV
Presbyterian leaders reflect on week of deadly storms
Percolating on the meaning of ‘call’
Evangelist says Rapture date was off by five months
Finding God in unexpected and Marvel-ous places
A congregation for the community
Theologian Kung says only radical reforms can save the Catholic church
Muslims battle to be official voice of U.S. Islam
Reading justice in the inner city
Japan’s churches urged to work together after ‘triple disaster’
Acceptance grows for autistic kids in church
Board of Pensions hears feedback on proposed same-gender benefits
Orthodox churches object to national identity cards
Study: 2 in 10 atheist scientists are `spiritual'
In Zimbabwe, Catholic bishops are among Mugabe’s toughest critics
Scholars chase Bible’s changes, one verse at a time
A Presbyterian church finds a place to call home
U.N. report on Sri Lankan conflict evokes mixed reactions
Study links reliance on God with reliance on treatment
Resources ready for Presbyterian Heritage Sunday
Human Trafficking: The Story of Mariano Lucas and the Impact of the Campaign for Fair Food
San Francisco Theological Seminary names new president
Mennonites appoint first leader from Global South
Economic bell tolls for nation's church steeples
PDA, Red Cross provide spiritual care training in wake of natural disasters
70th anniversary celebration of the Council of Churches of Cuba begins
Indian churches challenged to address caste discrimination
Feminist pioneer challenges Orthodox patriarchy
PPC welcomes the Rev. Meg Flannagan to hymnal staff
Bare Bulb Coffee hopes to shine a bit of light
Palestinian agreement sign of hope, WCC’s Tveit says
Methodists express repentance for massacre of Native Americans
Abuse victims oppose pick for House chaplain
24 former GA moderators call for unity after 10-A passes
Two-thirds of Americans say bin Laden’s in hell
From Chernobyl to Japan’s ‘tsunami stones’
Nairobi blast survivors meet bin Laden’s death with prayer
Twelfth volume in Feasting on the Word completes acclaimed series, expansion projects in works
PC(USA) relaxes constitutional prohibition of gay and lesbian ordination
Colombian Presbyterian women seek to change culture of violence
Religious leaders urge Russians to heed lessons of World War II
RCA, CRC join to plant churches
A churchwide letter concerning Amendment 10-A
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) approves change in ordination standard
Muslims hope bias ends with bin Laden’s death
Christian-Muslim clashes in Egypt leave 12 dead, Coptic churches burnt
Worldwide action for Palestine-Israel peace coming up
Frank Yamada named McCormick Theological Seminary president
Panel cites Egypt for violation of religious freedom
‘Simple churches’ find a foothold across the U.S.
2011 Samuel Robinson Award winners announced
‘Do the things that a church must do’
Czechs back oppressed Roma, march against neo-Nazis
Japanese pastor fears “tsunami” of visitors during holidays
Minister moms split between pulpit and potty training
Posthumous David M. Bailey album released
After beatification, focus turns to John Paul II's legacy
Osama bin Laden is dead. Discuss.
PC(USA) ministries offer reflection resources in wake of bin Laden’s death
World Association for Christian Communication tackles difficult questions about its future
Taiwan Presbyterians invite Japanese pastors to study disaster relief
Think you’ll need last rites? Better plan ahead
Fire can’t stop church’s hunger ministry
African leaders call for more effective aid programs
PC(USA) publications win 10 Associated Church Press awards
Big Tent to stay in Indianapolis
Evangelical icon David Wilkerson dies in car crash
Growth of Protestantism in Latin America will tend to stabilize, says Brazilian sociologist
Church-state ties will be on display at royal wedding
Interfaith Broadcasting Commission announces NBC-TV specials
Mennonite World Day of Prayer focuses on Latin American women
‘Soul Surfer’ rides the wave of ‘real’ Christian films
New Church Development growing spiritually, making disciples, baptizing adults
Building “right relations” between people and the earth
John Paul II’s feast day will be October 22, Vatican says
Should religion have a role in U.S. foreign policy?
Templeton Prize awarded to British cosmologist
Museum to feature treasure trove of biblical artifacts
Lives transformed: Maseabane and the people of Lesotho
European churches debate anti-Christian violence response
Study: congregations slowly recovering from recession
Lack of money will leave more churches without pastors, Presbyterians predict
Ivory Coast churches prepare to help victims of turmoil
Scholar challenges Thursday date of Last Supper
Parsons joins Obama for White House prayer breakfast
Christ’s last words unite Philippine churches
Just how long did Jesus stay in the tomb?
PMM wins top Houston Film Festival award
After Japan disaster, faiths join to prevent suicides
U.S. Senate confirms religious freedom ambassador
Financial Aid for Studies announces new Theological Student Loan (TSL) Forgiveness Program
Jinkins inaugurated as Louisville Seminary president
Ethiopian Jews in Israel learn about the Passover Seder
At interfaith church, a rabbi does the Easter sermon
SFTS professor wins best first book award
Lutheran church in Brazil marks 50 years of mission
Report: Small churches feeling financial squeeze
Archaeologist claims to find nails from Jesus’ cross
‘Word is God’ at Shakespeare theatre’s London season
More good news for 2011 Walton Award winners
Kinnamon renews NCC’s call for common Easter date
‘We cannot be ecumenical by ourselves’
Churches in India endorse protests against corruption
Fed up with Hollywood, churches make their own films
Humanitarian situation in Ivory Coast is dire as leader captured
Study suggests young adults can get fat at church
New books in “Belief” offer theological insights on 1 & 2 Peter and Jude, Ephesians
Building on the past, for the future
Theology major immerses himself in urban, global and poverty ministries
Expert says faith groups play an environmental role
Big Tent location up in the air
Trees and tweets for World Sunday for Peace
Orthodox churches find it difficult to overcome differences
Supreme Court takes dim view of church-state challenges
COGA hears initial plans for 2012 General Assembly
CBS special to show how faith communities are aiding job-seekers
Latin American council seeks to strengthen youth work
TSA, airlines tread carefully on religious expression
Peace Discernment Steering Team appointed
Vatican announces details of John Paul II's beatification
Poll: Most Americans don't blame God for disasters
2011 and 2012 mission budgets are increased
NCC and its interfaith partners express sadness over Islamophobia and mob violence
Declining ratio of women in India a challenge, church leader says
Supreme Court to weigh churches’ employment rights
PHS to mark sesquicentennial anniversary of American Civil War
PC(USA)-related conference centers face challenges, transitions
Becoming a voice for national unity in Russia
De Santis appointed editor of ENInews
In Senate Muslim hearings, a decided change in tone
2011 Walton Award winners announced
‘No other more important human issue’
Presbyterian communicators win 18 RCC awards
De Santis appointed editor of ENInews
In Senate Muslim hearings, a decided change in tone
Synod PJC upholds Spahr’s conviction on same-sex wedding charge
WCRC representatives to meet with farm workers
Adventists grow as other churches decline
A heart and history of mission
SJC trustees hand over deed to new owner
U.S. church council renews call for common Easter
Chaplains offered exit plan as gay training starts
Looking inside Presbyterian congregations
Churches in Japan recovering in the midst of ecumenical spirit
U.N. passes religious freedom resolution
Churches across the country sample new Feasting on the Word Curriculum
Was America founded as a Christian nation?
Number of Catholics worldwide edged up, Vatican says
Charitable giving stabilizes as recession ebbs
Arizona student group attacked in Peru thanks supporters
Obama praised, criticized for Romero commemoration
Some question conventional wisdom on divorce stats
Anti-Christian violence continues in Pakistan
Co-creator shares genesis of Mormon musical
New Media Project to survey ACP members on faith/tech nexus
Two new books focus on an interfaith world
‘Book of Mormon’ musical called surprisingly sweet
Stated Clerk issues statement in wake of Jerusalem bombing
Presbyterian students back in U.S. after attack in Peru
On World Water Day, student Christian group focuses on ‘water justice’
Obama taps U.S. campuses for interfaith service projects
Debate is needed on future of secularism in emerging democracies, historian says
Being a pastor is hard, and failure is easy
Update: PC(USA) continues response to Japan disasters
Churches urge NATO to remove all nuclear weapons from Europe
Turkish Protestants still face "long path" to religious freedom
Museum restores Jefferson’s unique Bible
MRTI reaches agreement with Time Warner
Scholars study WCC in 1960s and ’70s
Russian Orthodox Church expands prison ministry
Collegiate Ministries task force named, will meet this fall
U.S. Lenten campaign seeks to bolster dialogue about poverty
Japanese look to ancient traditions for strength
Sharing God’s love at the U.S./Mexico border
Youth and the ecumenical movement: ‘There is a delicate dance going on in our churches’
Churches rally support after Japan earthquake
Confession? There’s an app for that. Several, actually
No 2011 pension experience apportionment, BOP says
In Japan: a priest dead, a chapel “drowned”
The God Factor: Big questions from a small film
Heidelberg Catechism Special Committee reaches unanimous decision on common translation
Presbyterian Historical Society names new director of administrative services
PC(USA) framing response to Japan earthquake, tsunami
Leaders call for prayer on Japan earthquake and tsunami
Ecumenical Advocacy Days meets March 25-28
In the watery Netherlands, a modern Noah builds an ark
With all eyes on Capitol Hill, Muslims watch warily
Walking in her great grandfather’s footsteps
PC(USA) stated clerk signs on to letter calling for just peace in Israel/Palestine
Madagascar church leader appeals for support following ‘harassment’
Pope says Jews not to blame for Jesus’ death
Special Committee on Domestic Partner Benefits
Inter-Orthodox consultation begins discussion on the nature of the church
International Women’s Day turns attention on Scripture, communication, advocacy
Court rejects challenge to ‘In God We Trust’
Budgets: Can’t cut moral responsibility to save lives, say faith leaders
Jamaica and the vision of a just peace
Anglican bishop in Jerusalem seeking renewal of visa
Age-old Lent gets a 21st-century makeover
Giving shape to peaceful relationships
Philippine Protestant council hails plan to resume peace talks
On evangelical campuses, rumblings of gay acceptance
Mother’s Day Project aids African children and families
Westminster John Knox Press books recognized by <i>Christianity Today</i>, Academy of Parish Clergy
Canadian Anglican leader sees “great hope” in the Cuban church
Israel revokes Anglican bishop's residency permit
Jews hope Vegas will draw lost members back to the fold
Stated clerk backs public employees’ collective bargaining rights
Zambian nurse wins Swiss prize
World Day of Prayer focuses on women of Chile
Blacks bristle at notion of ‘slave of Christ’
WCC calls for more ecumenical peace-building in Colombia
Pakistan's minister for religious minorities assassinated
Islam dominated religion coverage in 2010
WCC Central Committee focuses on peace, justice
A poignant Sunday in quake-ravaged Christchurch, New Zealand
U.S. rabbis blast Israel over new conversion rules
WCC’s 2013 Assembly theme focuses on justice and peace
SDOP disburses $260,000 to 14 US self-help projects
Pope, Russian president vow to strengthen relationship
Stuff we don’t want, stuff they can’t use
"Absolutely joyful, but scary too"
New book offers spiritual analysis of Bob Dylan
WCC pressed to develop new policy statement on gender justice
In Christchurch, New Zealand: shattered churches, grieving parishioners
2011 Eco-Stewards accepting applications
Churches in India challenged to support indigenous people
Religious voices enter Wisconsin union debate
WCC calls governments for implementation of water as human right
Libyan Christian clergy vow to stay on amid violence
States caught in crossfire over guns in churches
Small’s voice blends well with the Foundation’s message of generosity
Southern Sudan independence secured, ecumenical movement turns to nation-building
‘Bearing fruit and growing in the knowledge of God’
Episcopalians, Moravians inaugurate full communion relationship
Churches, charities not in competition for dollars
WCC criticizes U.S. veto of UN resolution on continued Israeli settlement-building
Presbyterian Writers Guild seeks best new author
Anti-Semitic incidents last year in Britain were second-highest
Egypt’s Christians keep wary eye on Muslim Brotherhood
Massive flight of Iraqi Christians can’t dim churches’ witness, leaders say
WCC explores how to adapt to changing religious world
WCC sponsors graduate class in peacemaking
Kandhamal Christians struggling after carnage
Buddhist Bhutan wrestles with `shocking’ abuse study
In opening addresses, WCC leaders stress unity
Some Presbyterians cutting back on health care
Indonesia urged to repeal blasphemy laws
Biggest obstacle for Catholic nuns lies at home
‘A new leadership environment’
Membership trends for U.S. churches reported to be “stable”
Woman recounts bomb memories from historic Birmingham church
Author accounts for damaged state of contemporary Christianity, offers ‘upgrade’
Belhar Confession generating spirited discussion online
Philippine church celebrates 100 years of Protestantism
Pope can't be organ donor, church says
Theology must drive polity, MGB commissioners told
Sudanese churches seek action on Ugandan rebel group
Faiths’ ad campaigns chase after the great ‘I Am’
“Let’s Move” 1,000 Presbyterian congregations
A year after quake, Haiti community media still struggling
New Nepal PM urged to ensure Christians’ rights
Scientists probe brief brushes with the afterlife
SFTS closes Southern California campus
Church of Scotland to discuss sustainable farming
Consumer protection chief seeks allies in faith leaders
GAPJC reinstates ‘not guilty’ verdict in Southard same-sex marriage case
Russian Orthodox clergy may run for office
Controversial N.Y. mosque loses another leader
Japan’s Christian council plans to restructure
Obama names second round of faith-based advisers
New mission workers complete orientation
When the church and culture collide
Churches closing in north Sudan after referendum
Muslim countries cited on religious freedom
The Thoughtful Christian launches increased discounts on books, unveils new blog
CMEP urges support of U.N. Israel-Palestine resolution
Survey: Typical U.S. atheist is white son of religious parents
Interfaith Harmony Week to be celebrated
Does God play favorites on the gridiron?
Judge kills most of Lutheran retirees’ claims
Souper Bowl of Caring gears up for 22nd year
A Hungarian sabbatical of blessing and peace
Pentagon: No change for chaplains with gay ban repeal
The God Factor: National Prayer Breakfast again overshadowed by controversy
Religious leaders must be more open, says senior Muslim in UK
Cash-strapped cities look to tax churches for road use
Popular author Don McKim writes new book on Presbyterian faith
Presbyterians rally to oppose Arizona-style immigration law in Kentucky
‘Flying Dutchman’ will minister to oil and gas industry
Technology unites missionaries, families around the world
The Rev. Dr. Ann Philbrick named new associate for Church Growth and Transformation
The entire PC(USA) organization is behind me
General Assembly leaders offer a call to prayer
Arts program to take over Sheldon Jackson College
LWF launches youth initiative on environmental justice
Russian Orthodox leader chides faithful over sloppy dress
Judge upholds law preventing guns in churches
From the darkness of the mine to the light of day
Sudan faith leader supports call to forgiveness
Liberal UCC steps in to boost ranks of chaplains
Ecumenical Advocacy Days held March 25-28
Billy Graham says he ‘would have steered clear of politics’
Why is Hollywood obsessed with Catholic exorcisms?
Churches urged to observe interfaith harmony week
Churches Uniting in Christ members recommit to ecumenical tasks
Several leaders will boycott Anglican summit
Former UCC president suspended after affair
General Assembly Mission Council continues popular “Deep and Wide” video series
CWS urges U.S. to restore funding for global hunger
Minority Christians cling to tenuous hold in Pakistan
Institute probes religion’s role in peace-making
Indigenous theologians meet to ‘affirm spiritualities of life’
Exiled Sudanese clergy hope for peaceful return
Army faces questions over ‘spiritual fitness’ test
Special Committee on Existing Authoritative Interpretations begins its work
Northern Korean Christians help feed most vulnerable
Pastor Offers Insights on 40 Treasured Bible Verses
Survey finds one-fifth of PC(USA) churches involved in homeless ministries
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity focus on Jerusalem
NCC praises new Obama policy towards Cuba
Faith gets star treatment at Sundance
2011 Moderator’s Lenten study focuses on sacrament; brings faith community together
PC(USA) groups call for halt to Justice Department subpoenas of pro-Palestinian activists
Rise in global food prices cause for alarm
Churches mobilize as flooding affects Brazil
Alabama governor says only Christians are his ‘brothers and sisters’
2011 partner presbyteries chosen for For Such a Time as This pastoral residency program
Cuban ecumenical leaders affirm ‘signs of a new understanding’ after visit to U.S.
Australian churches come together in flood crisis
Civility Project disbands after low interest in Congress
Members named to final two GA219 special committees
The shooting in Tucson — is it close enough this time?
Ecumenism takes time to bear fruit, says NCC leader
Behind a mighty civil rights icon, a rich prayer life
Faith leaders to Congress: ‘soul searching’ needed about toxic rhetoric
Pakistani churches criticize government's refusal to amend blasphemy law
Jews troubled by Palin’s use of ‘blood libel’
PC(USA) leaders send solidarity letter to Egyptian partners
Lutheran World Federation (LWF) general secretary cautions of religion’s role in fueling violence
Haitians mark a ‘very, very difficult year’
Poll: Americans see religion’s role declining
‘Civility’ author comments on Arizona shooting, political blame game
Second Tucson shooting victim with Presbyterian ties identified
A year later, quake-ravaged Haiti struggles to recover
Senator concludes probe of ministry finances
Local action against hunger needed in 2011, says CWS
WCC delegation consoles Pope Shenouda
Atheists’ diversity woes have no black-and-white answers
PC(USA) member among those killed in Arizona shootings
Luke’s Gospel comes to life in Charlotte
PC(USA)-backed domestic violence special begins airing Jan. 9 on ABC
Prayers sought on Jan. 9 for Coptic Christians
Religious profile of 112th Congress remains stable
Pastor outlines list of ten things Christians don’t — and do — need to believe
Interim editor appointed for ENI
Assassination complicates controversial blasphemy law
I Believe You: Faiths’ response to intimate partner violence
Presbyterian Writers Guild seeks best new author
World Association for Christian Communication conveys support to U.N. new women’s program
Mormons lift the veil on official ‘handbook’ of teachings
International ecumenical and interfaith leaders condemn New Year church bombing in Egypt
King James Bible still influential, argues literary scholar
Books probe Christmas’ religious origins
Carol Weir’s memorial service set for Jan. 2
Haiti earthquake response is top 2010 Presbyterian news story
Chinese church officials see unity behind growth
Faith now ‘a consumer commodity in America,’ warns new book
U.S. clergy’s professional reputation hovers in the middle
WCRC drafts programmatic objectives for next 6 years
Latin American churches explore ecumenical dialogue
Privatization deters poor’s access to water, say Asian church leaders
International adoptions changing face of U.S. Judaism
Lives Transformed – Eliecer Barrantes
Cuban church leaders seek eased travel restrictions
God Box in New York more diverse as it turns 50
Bishop says Mary appeared in Wisconsin, but who can say for sure?
ENInews to shut down in its current form
Obama, in shadow of worrisome polls, embraces ‘Christian’ label
PC(USA) named in lawsuit by alleged victim of sexual abuse on mission field in 1988
Presbyterian theologian takes helm at Indian church council
American exorcist plies his lonely trade
Church critical to Sudan’s future, mission network told
Plans for mosque in Moscow district spark controversy
Hangovers, debts may last longer than holiday happiness
Bullying: ‘a national disaster’
Food insecurity war can be won, says church advocacy body head
Celebrating Christmas before Dec. 25? Bah humbug!
New books offer spiritual renewal for individuals and families this Christmas
Philippines justice minister discusses human rights with WCC delegation
German Protestant head says a European Islam needed for dialogue
Mormons soften language on gays
Brian McLaren looks to the future
The hopes and fears of all the years
PC(USA)’s Public Witness office seeks financial support for young adult interns
PC(USA) initiates formal dialogue with Adventists
Filipino sugar laborers’ lives painful, church group finds
Play examines black church arsons in the South
Philippines Protestant leader renews appeal to free 43 detainees
Israel finds common cause with evangelicals
Europeans feature in Pope’s new list of cardinals
Muslims say respect is key to better relations
Company of New Pastors tells recent seminarians: "Don't forget the voice you heard"
ACSWP seeks nominations for two task forces
PC(USA)-backed revenue transparency coalition honored
Police raid Sudan churches’ offices during referendum build-up
Military chaplains voice ‘intense’ views on gay ban
Popular anger unabated over chaotic elections in Haiti
Global and Asian churches leaders warn on Korea standoff
Poll: Americans of all faiths see a civility problem in U.S. politics
Partnership is only mission way in China, Adeney says
WCC Living Letters team to visit the Philippines
WCC leader to meet with Pope in Rome
Blasphemy resolution passes U.N. committee
Korean Presbyterian council supports Belhar
Canadian court rules dissident churches must abandon property
Actress pushes churches to reach out to prisoners
The Stated Clerk writes a churchwide Christmas letter
Noted author Louis Weeks to write new book on current state of PC(USA)
Short-term trip, long-term relationship
UNAIDS says Pope’s condom move makes HIV cooperation easier
Poll: Christians most likely to want New York Islamic center moved
Churches warn on British welfare changes and poverty
Bishops defend opposition to health care reform
Hunger program announces grant recipients
European, Latin American church leaders call for climate justice
Respect result, Christian leaders say in advance of Sudan plebiscite
U.S. activists lobby against U.N. defamation resolution
BOP continues to adjust to new U.S. health care plan
U.S. Episcopalian to lead global Christian students’ federation
Clinton details religious freedom, nominee faces senators
Haiti: living in fear of sickness and death
U.S. Episcopalian to lead global Christian students’ federation
Obama signs order to reform faith-based office
Lives Transformed – The Rev. Nancy Benson-Nicol
PC(USA) leaders praise Florida farmworkers deal
Discipleship leads to change at center of being
Germany’s Protestants elect steel worker’s son as new leader
New Foundation trustees begin terms
Mission program grants awarded
Holy Land Jews and Muslims pray together for rain
Dalai Lama’s newest book also his most personal
Zimbabwe church groups warn over new elections
Dalai Lama’s newest book also his most personal
Even in tough times, Presbyterians optimistic about ending hunger in the United States
Ecumenical women a powerful presence at the Centennial Gathering in New Orleans
Air Force Academy cites progress in tackling religious intolerance
Chechen leader campaigns on bride kidnaps, supports headscarves
Building community, box by box
Ecumenical Gathering studies, worships, speaks out
WCC leader: faith cannot be imposed through force
Study: Americans crave forgiveness but are choosy on dispensing it
Peacemakers face intimidation during Colombia visit
Archbishop Aymond: all of us were strangers once
World’s ‘lowest city’ Jericho celebrates 10,000 years
Supreme Court wrestles over religious scholarship program
Iraqi, Syrian, Lebanese Presbyterians gather
NCC governing board calls for end of Afghanistan War
CWS resettles nearly one tenth of refugee arrivals to U.S. in 2010
China helps human rights by feeding its people says Swiss ethicist
U.S. is feeling charitable, just not through churches
House of Manna becomes house of hip-hop for friday night outreach worship celebration
Presbyterian Historical Society announces restructure
Middle Governing Body Commission urged: ‘think big’
Faith and Order movement marks centennial
Forbes magazine names Pope world’s fifth most powerful figure
Openly gay Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson to retire in 2013
Christians, Muslims call for mutual commitment to justice
No tolerance for caste discrimination, says India church gathering
Gallup: Most religious Americans have high levels of well-being
Plans proceed for second Big Tent event
Korean peace impossible without justice for all, Reformed church leader says
Christian and Muslims to mobilize joint crisis group
Some religious charities receive more despite overall drop in contributions
New Gillette hymn captures the theme and spirit of the NCC’s Centennial Gathering in New Orleans
Catholic-Reformed dialogue completes documents on baptism, Eucharist/Lord’s Supper
Bishop of ancient Christian church warns on Protestant dialogue
Have Democrats lost faith in faith-based outreach?
COGA writes off $315,000 in ‘uncollectible’ per capita
Israeli criticizes Vatican meeting on Middle East
Americans say religious messages fuel negative views of gays
2010 Samuel Robinson Award recipients reflect
Christian witness through a wire fence
PC(USA) leaders express deep sorrow over church killing in Iraq
‘Protect religious minorities’ says Muslim leader at talks with Christians
Personal ties hold U.S. religious fabric together, says new book
WCC condemns attack on church in Iraq
Office of Public Witness revamps internship program
ACT Alliance says a billion hungry is not right
Palin, at center of political stage, keeps mum on faith
The high cost of religious persecution
Indonesian Christian group warns on quake and tsunami deaths
Gays tell teens ‘it gets better’ despite religion
Commissioners, advisors give GA219 high ratings
At the Heartland Film Festival
Turkish aide wants Hagia restored for Muslim, Christian worship
California’s Crystal Cathedral files for bankruptcy
Tension in Sudan ahead of vote is dangerous, warns church envoy
Behind Colbert’s right-wing funnyman, a quiet faith
New Books in Emerging Theology
SDOP announces scholarship contest winner
Catholic media in Cuba multiply, but change is slow
First woman to lead Church of Norway bishops
After teen suicides, gay opponents look inward
PC(USA) partners merge in South America
Anglican congregation’s plan for Roman exit not seen as exodus
Survey: Jewish disapproval of Obama rising
Board of Pensions appoints special committee to consider same-gender benefits
Church of North India turns 40
Zacchaeus’ tree now a top tourist destination
Presbyterian colleges selected to participate in interfaith leadership training
WCC leader’s speech reaches to evangelical Christians
Critics still waiting for action from faith-based office
Seminarians encouraged to develop 'a deeply theological core'
Christian communication groups gets first female head
Report finds strong growth in U.S. Orthodox churches
Six members named to Special Committee on Existing Authoritative Interpretations
Film on effects of Afghan war wins human rights award
Tea party more religious than U.S., less than conservative Christians
African churches can play key role in Middle East, says WCC head
Catholics face vocal ‘mutiny’ over gay teachings
Presbyterians reject idea that government spends too much on public schools
Menaul School receives grant from PW
WCC leader praises Nobel Peace Prize for Liu Xiaobo
NCC special uncovers realities of aging in America
Author finds faith and fanaticism in South’s football god
Beckmann Receives World Food Prize as New Book on Hunger Releases
SDOP disburses $240,000 to 13 U.S. self-help projects
Revised Bible seen as ‘uniting point’ for Chinese Christians
Parishes leaving ELCA find an unexpected price to pay
Beblawi to coordinate the PC(USA)’s mission work in Middle East, Europe, and Central Asia
Synod PJC upholds Scott Anderson ordination approval
Youth in Mexico City affirm that they believe in God but not in the church’s hierarchies
Pope denounces violence in God’s name at meeting on Middle East
Scholar: Israelites beer drinkers, too
Creative Services group wins 11 awards
World Communion of Reformed Churches launches new website
Catholic condemnation of Nobel Prize stirs Italian press reaction
Poll: Most Americans OK student religious speech
GAMC approves revised mission budgets for 2011, 2012
ELCA presiding bishop announces new churchwide organization design for 2011
South African ‘moral compass’ Tutu officially retires
Miniseries traces religion’s U.S. impact across 400 years
As Presbyteries begin study of Belhar, survey shows Presbyterians have much to learn
Panel completes investigation of abuse claims; pursues truth, healing and justice
Special committee named to review biennial General Assemblies
Catholic bishops to discuss Middle East Christianity
Supreme Court torn on free speech rights, private funeral rites
WCC publishes Justice Not Greed
WCC leader: ‘Keep train on track’ for Sudan peace
Self-taught iconographer writes ‘God’s story in pictures’
Physical presence is key to effective mission partnerships, global church leaders say
COTE authorizes task forces to further leadership needs studies
Pray, partner, advocate with Colombia, pastor urges
Interfaith council condemns West Bank mosque burning
Ban on school Christmas carols upheld
Members named to the General Assembly Commission on Middle Governing Bodies
Approach of winter complicates Pakistan flood relief
Understanding is the key to success in Bolivia, pastor says
Evangelical Christian pilgrims converge on Jerusalem
Definition of family shifting, scholar says
david m bailey succumbs to brain cancer
Church near site of Russian tsar’s and family’s remains burns down
Heaven trumps hell in Canadian poll
Presbyterians are older, even more involved in their communities
The Rev. Dave Crittenden selected to head GAMC Stewardship Ministry
Conflict resolution, cultural awareness are topics of Indonesian leader’s talks
Christians call for calm after Indian verdict on holy site
Charity report: U.S. ties for fifth in global giving
Presbyterian Office of Public Witness invites internship applicants and church partnerships
Parsons letter to Congress supports DREAM Act
To abandon peacemaking is to betray the faith, says Philippines church leader
Women under-reported in global wealth-gap news
Mormons catch a glimpse of life in the big leagues
Stated Clerk launches “Tilling the Soil”
Lisa Larges moves closer to ordination
Rabbi warns of 'new intifada' as Palestinian-settler tensions rise
Poll finds unbelievers know the most about belief
Despite overall membership decline, some good news
Communication, cooperation are keys to Middle East peace, Palestinian Christian says
Pennsylvania government, religious leaders to honor Native Americans
Foreign bio-fuel projects 'undermine 'African food security
Three years on, Creation Museum is evolving
Ecumenical leaders from the United States visit Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador
Mexico 'country of contrast,' says peacemaker
Romania church leaders say Roma deportations wrong
Justice Department: FBI erred in targeting interfaith center
Sudan Christians need people more than money, religious leaders say
U.N. Millennium Development Goals summit gets mixed grades
Is burning a Quran an insult or intimidation?
Three Presbyterian institutions host bestselling author Eric Metaxas
Reconciliation is ‘compulsion’ for Pakistani religious leader
Sudanese churches’ leader calls for Obama’s help over referendum
Bible study asks, ‘What Would Andy Do?’
Presbyterians rally behind San Bruno congregation
Women’s justice is key church role, African leader says
Russia’s prisons look to faiths to bring moral guidance
Christian women prefer Sunday services to shopping, study says
Church grouping says action needed, if one sixth of world hungry
Belgian Catholics' abuse plan falls flat with critics
Koenig named director of Presbyterian ministry at the UN
A child … well, a teenager … shall lead them
Office of Public Witness touts health care conference call with President Obama
Indonesian church leaders say attack on its members ‘barbaric’
Pope meets with abuse victims, laments ‘shame and humiliation’
Sri Lanka could face 'constitutional dictatorship', warn churches
Outgoing Reformed Christian leader looks back
Congregations caring for creation
“Go to a land I shall show you”
Trust is needed, says Finland’s first female Lutheran bishop
Jesus seminar to mark 25 years of questions
Workshop to help churches build ‘military ministry’
Kenyan religious leaders want repeal of traditional brews law
For Muslims, the bonfire that wasn’t still carries implications
Moravians vote to establish covenant relationship with PC(USA)
Religion root of homophobia, says Latin American academic
German church leaders urge concessions for Christians in Turkey
Court rules university wrong to exclude student group
Clint McCoy dies suddenly of heart attack
Bolbach appoints Middle East Monitoring Group
Pope to defend religion against rising secularism during British visit
Muslims go ‘green’ for Ramadan
Hiroshima pan flutes from Palestine olive tree blow peace tunes
Muslims wary of closeness between holiday and 9/11
Rochester Presbyterian youth featured on CBS special
As Ramadan ends, Muslims seek school holiday
Conservative Lutherans form new church body
Court overturns border volunteer's 'littering' conviction
Mini-Luthers on Wittenberg market square cause offense to some
On other side of church closings, new reasons for hope
A call for respect for Muslim neighbors
For Jews and Arabs, a focus on friendship
Italian Protestants approve same-sex blessings
Recession prompts plans to lower high costs of the High Holidays
PC(USA)’s Pakistan flood relief nears $250,000
South Korean church council says rice needed for flooded North
Focus on human aspect of Holy Land conflict, says WCC leader
Poll: Majority opposes mosque near Ground Zero, sees site as ‘sacred ground’
Christian leaders laud Obama's Middle East peace talks
Scottish church official supports decision to release Libyan bomber
Christian counselors claim discrimination over gays
Faith leaders decry questioning of Obama’s faith
Spahr plans to appeal same-sex marriage conviction
Poll: Muslims give Obama highest approval ratings
The Rev. Dr. Jin S. Kim will serve as GAMC field staff for Korean English Ministries
MC student conducts research at ORNL that could aid Homeland Security
Spahr found guilty on same-gender marriage charges
Five years after Katrina, U.S. mourns dead, survivors remember
New Catholic Mass approved for 2011 roll-out
Church warns of Malawi ‘dictatorship’ after leader’s arrest
Jews keep wary eye on new ‘Hebrew Catholics’ group
Climate change shows we are ‘one humanity,’ says WCC leader
Study says religious hospitals more efficient, provide better care
Journal examines anxieties and resilience of US churches
Age-old Amish experience a 21st century boom
Building a culture of peace in Jamaica
Protestant Reformer to greet Pope in Scotland
Study finds prayer aids relationships
Citizens mobilize for housing in Haiti
Mini Luthers to stand in Wittenberg market square
Closer to heaven, workers repair steeples and lives
Philippines president ‘misreads’ misery’s roots, says church head
Jews, Muslims make pilgrimage to Auschwitz
Christian and Muslim groups denounce ‘burn Quran’ initiative
After public family feud, another Schuller steps in
Presbyterian Youth Triennium’s head cheerleader
Parsons to join Office of Public Witness in webinar on general assembly issues
Christian leaders deplore expulsion of aid agencies from Somalia
Religious groups press for CIA torture probe
Tributes mark 70 years of Taizé spiritual community
Fight over N.Y. mosque becomes a partisan wedge issue
Where Are You on the Food Chain?
After World Cup, deal with social issues, say South African church leaders
‘Eat, Pray, Love’ leads resurgence of spiritual memoirs
Princeton Review names most, least religious colleges
For clergy, losing faith can be an occupational hazard
Mission worker with many roles
Presbyterians Today looking for ‘unsung servants’
World has forgotten about Somalia, says church aid alliance
Russians pray for rain while churches collect aid
Study finds strong Amish growth, western migration
Young people from Russia enjoy Youth Triennium
Christian group ‘wants to stay’ in Afghanistan despite killings
Why the Prop 8 ruling scares religious conservatives
New Theological Commentary on the Bible Series Opens with Bill Placher’s Final Work
Former GA Moderator Howard Rice dies at 78
Pension fight raises moral concerns for ELCA, publisher
Pray for protection of our rivers, says Korean group
‘The Waltons’ star Ralph Waite finds a home in church
Go green, environmental activist tells India’s churches
Focus on the Family announces 110 job cuts
Young Muslims, Jews and Christians become peace facilitators
Churches remember Hiroshima by urging ban on nuclear weapons
Judge says ‘moral and religious views’ don't justify gay marriage ban
A different kind of refugee camp
Church agencies battle flood damage to bring aid to Pakistan
Quietly, another mosque operates in shadow of Ground Zero
BOP approves health care reform-related changes
Baptists warn against ‘culture of Islamophobia’
Catholic patriarch blasts Israel for allowing gay parade
Jordan River called ‘too polluted’ for pilgrims’ baptisms
Gay debate mirrors church dispute, split on slavery
Do all dogs go to heaven? New books seem to think so
Ambassadors across the generations
Churches at global meeting urged to tackle military outlay hikes
Bible Belt megachurches on a building boom
‘Forward Ever, Backward Never’
Engaging the immigrant experience in worship
Social media 'may' help Philippine church cope with fewer pastors
Students seek to revive progressive movement
Tutu announces retirement plans, thanks South Africans
Hospitals revamp chapels into meditation rooms
Citing Madoff losses, American Jewish Congress suspends operations
Board of Pensions to study General Assembly’s action urging domestic partner benefits eligibility
Churches stunned as two Christians shot dead in Pakistani court
Christian magazines find specialization is (sometimes) key to survival
Church-backed alliance warns on HIV funding reductions
U.S. nun creates impromptu oasis to heal Haitian bodies and souls
Tutoring program helps Baltimore kids
Survey of British Jews finds majority for Israel-Hamas talks
Musicians gather to shepherd future of hymnody
PC(USA)-backed financial disclosure legislation passes
Faith leaders warned on statements about HIV/AIDS
Methodists study the hallmarks of healthy churches
Tebbe named president of Forman Christian College and Friends organization
Orthodox women seek ‘theology of healing’
YMCA world council meets in Hong Kong, chooses Norwegian head
Preacher re-enactor brings age-old gospel to battlefields
Gulf Presbyterians divided on drilling moratorium
The Middle Governing Body Commission: questions and answers
US study analyses ‘the religion-racism paradox’
Churches opt for starting own humanitarian agencies
New Form of Government questions and answers
Six months later, many in Haiti feel ‘it just happened’
Abuse scandal may lead to exodus for German Catholics
Civil union and marriage issues questions and answers
World Student Christian Federation launches fund for learners
Do all dogs go to heaven? New books seem to think so
Actions on Middle East peace questions and answers
Services held for Dottie Hedgepeth
Indonesian musician remembered for hymns, worship
Faith leaders call BP spill a ‘sin against creation’
Deborah Block elected to chair of Presbyterian Publishing Corporation board of directors
Two final videos announced in the ymiLIVE video
Ordination standards questions and answers
U.S. church workers wounded in Uganda bomb blasts
Church brokers deal to free 52 Cuban dissidents
Post General Assembly pastoral letter from Moderator and Stated Clerk
GA approves ‘Breaking Down the Walls’ report on Middle East
Committee on Health Issues closes out Friday business
Moderator bestows smart new title on those considering polity business
General Assembly calls on the United States to cease combat in Afghanistan
Assembly approves benefits for same-gender households
Quantum mechanics in the Bible? It’s in there, says speaker
Grand Canyon Presbytery encourages ‘accompaniment’ program in Arizona
God is the source of all living water, preacher reminds worshipers
Youth of all backgrounds offer enthusiastic help to travelers
Post-Assembly summaries are available
Attorney helps spell out law regarding church property issues
Author Eugene Peterson shares words, wisdom and wit
Scoutmaster offered refugee boys an alternative to gang life
Women must not forget how oppression works
GAMC leaders to look at compensation for pastors and employees
Presbyterian Voices for Justice Awards luncheon
Assembly approves measure in response to Arizona immigration law
The 219th General Assembly maintains current definition of marriage
PC(USA) makes great strides with ecumenical, interfaith relations
PC(USA) hopes to achieve more diversity in church jobs, volunteers
Modern-day slavery ‘alive and well’ in 21st century
PVJ/Voices of Sophia speaker reflects on de-centering privilege
'God stands with outstretched arms,' speaker reminds crowd
For homosexuals, community more important than counseling, speaker says
Share your love of Jesus, not your love of the iPad, speaker urges
Assembly okays middle governing body commission
Barbara Wheeler receives award for theological education from COTE
GA narrowly approves overture to amend ‘fidelity, chastity clause’ in ordination standards
Looking back at Indians’ history with church helps build toward multiculturalism
Kim calls on church to be ‘mutually submissive’
Spreading the “Good News” in a broken world
Synod of the Covenant hears update on mission
Mission honorees’ work tallies 222 years of service, spanned the globe
Soldier found peace and ‘liberation’ after refusing to return to war in Iraq
Excellence award presented to retired Auburn Seminary president Barbara Wheeler
PHEWA awards reception honors “whole ministry”
Voluntary AIDS/HIV test participants include top PC(USA) officers
Advocates of Palestinian school, artisans honored for 17 years of service
Politics, sex and a popular pastor of the 1800s: The Rev. Henry Ward Beecher
Presbyterians for Renewal reminded: believers result from history, tradition
Peacemaking Program celebrates 30 years
219th General Assembly approves new Form of Government
Whitsitt installed as Vice Moderator of the 219th General Assembly
Belhar Confession passes first hurdle on journey to The Book of Confessions
Young singers bring Jesus’ love to Hell’s Kitchen
Atlanta youth group participants are upbeat about GA experience
The practice of patience and self-restraint: the church and social media
Screenshots show Stated Clerk’s silent sentry
Getting face time with job candidates is valuable opportunity for those with positions to fill
Assembly mourns two longtime leaders
Former Moderator challenges audience to commit to faith community for the long haul
Breakfast bytes: PCs and the PC(USA)
Asian-American Presbyterians sound call for unity
Thanks to PC(USA), local shelters will help keep folks warmer this winter
New Maryville College president likes school’s commitment to faith and learning
Christians experience unity through relationship rather than agreement, speaker says
Singing Miriam’s song, exploring ‘unknown wilderness’ ahead
COTE recommends approval of nominations of new seminary presidents
Assembly Committee on Social Justice Issues completes full docket
Gun violence measure approved by Social Issues Committee
Committee recommends study of new approaches to peacemaking, nonviolence
Commission sought to find way out of Puerto Rican church impasse
Definition of marriage to include union of “two people”
Middle East Study Committee report advances to full Assembly
Tension between hope and uncertainty remains for interfaith papers
Committee on Review of GA Permanent Committees wraps up work
New language offered for ordination standards
Mission Coordination Committee makes tough decisions
Church Polity Committee reconsiders definition of youth
Polity Committee disapproves overture to increase oversight of events at GA
Medical Benevolence Foundation launches $10.5 million Haiti initiative
Doctor speaks emotionally of those in need of abortions
Sharing the Good News isn’t rocket science, Jones tells evangelism lunch
Take young adults seriously to keep them connected, speaker says
Health Committee passes overture on coerced abortions after amending language
New form of government moves on to full Assembly
Conversation continues on changes in mainline denominations
A modern ministry for a modern military
Rowin’, rowin’, rowin’ down the river
Peacemaking committee recommends Unites States cease combat in Afghanistan
Don’t discount the little guys
World Mission leader says church is opening a new chapter in its mission history
Language in overture on violence against pregnant women spurs debate
Heidelberg Catechism and Belhar Confession to go to full Assembly
Theological artist adds visual texture to worship
... And the password is 'trust'
Middle East breakfast discussion focuses on MESC report
Church Orders and Ministry Committee hears from both sides of G-6.0106b
Social justice committee looks at wide range of topics
Social Justice Committee focuses on aid for wetlands education center
Committee recommends middle governing body commission
Grueling debate ends with negative vote on ‘Christians and Jews’ paper
Committee recommends denouncing Caterpillar for actions in Middle East
Form of Government Revision Committee stands behind flexibility of proposed revision
Special committee report on civil union, marriage issues approved 47-8
A river runs through Assembly’s daily worship services
Mission Coordination Committee begins its work
Committee on church growth discusses role of union churches, increasing diversity
Respectful engagement is the way forward, Niebuhr tells Covenant Network
Author tells GA breakfast-goers how cultural shift changes society, religion
Their aid is of 'bib'-lical import
Presbyterian Peacemaking Program shares overview of its work
YAADs bring new energy to GA while gaining experience
Assembly committee recommends Valentine for second term as GAMC leader
Skype gets pastor to two places at once on Sunday morning
Bills and Overtures Committee refers 12 commissioner’s resolutions to committees
ACC offers approval to revised Form of Government
Speaker tells Presbyterians Pro-Life to 'promote life'
Women of Faith award given to four recipients
Amendments to the Book of Confessions before Assembly
Committee on General Assembly Procedures opens business
Special guest makes appearance at Coalition breakfast
Awards ceremony highlights national support for MLP churches
Phyllis Tickle addresses middle governing body leaders
Outgoing Moderator reminds denomination of need to involve younger members
Global effort is local attraction
Lydia Women’s Empowerment Project: Embraced, Empowered, Employed
‘Deadheads’ turn into 2nd-chance crosses
Wisconsin potter crafts Communion ware for Sunday worship
Cynthia Bolbach elected Moderator on fourth ballot
Report on Civil Union and Marriage among the Conversation Mix
Form of Government Task Force engages commissioners
Participants get close-up look at MESC report
PC(USA) leaders share hopeful vision for GA 219
A bang!-up Sunday is planned for Assembly goers
Hopes for Mideast peace are shared among several faith leaders
Stated Clerk touts middle governing body commission
GA 219 commissioners face weighty agenda
Form of Government Revision Committee meets early
'Bring on the Presbyterians! We’re ready!'
PNS will be on hiatus during General Assembly
Protestants repent for churches’ role in oppressing First Nations
Church attendance inches up, Gallup says
Stated Clerk releases PC(USA) 2009 statistics
GA 219 commissioners face weighty agenda
SDOP celebrates partnerships in Dominican Republic
Parsons touts middle governing body commission
S. African president ‘patches’ breach with national church grouping
Churches torn on allowing child molesters in pews
PC(USA) students receive FTE fellowships
Sudan church head calls for urgent resolution of Darfur conflict
Sex, violence warnings come to Christian movies
16 former moderators support Middle East report
Russian Patriarch meets WCC leader in Moscow
Church leaders meet with Secretary of Agriculture on childhood hunger
Supreme Court rules against Christian legal group
Presbyterian leaders fight stigma, get tested for HIV
Native American speaker calls for truth and reconciliation commission
Arizona Presbyterians resist new immigration law
Officers of new global Reformed organization elected
U.S. ‘broke commitment’ on visas for global church gathering
Oil spill prompts environmental soul-searching
What commissioners and advisory delegates do at GA
US faith groups give G20 nations failing grade on poverty
Oil spill prompts environmental soul-searching
Do you have Calvin on the brain?
New book honors life and work of Clifton Kirkpatrick
Feasting on the Word Curriculum – coming in fall 2011
Children help usher in new era for Reformed churches
Nyomi, van Houten look to future of WCRC union
Solid steps in Cuba consolidate strategic alliance around theme of women, gender
World Communion of Reformed Churches is born
15 new PC(USA) mission workers to be commissioned
American Indian religious educator to address global church event
Reformed Women Gather in Grand Rapids
Old Testament for Everyone author John Goldingay appears on latest edition of WJK Radio
Seattle Presbytery ordains PC(USA)'s first Iranian pastor
GA committee leadership is complete
Using social media at the General Assembly
Moderators and vice moderators chosen for 18 committees
Clare Lewis named publisher of Congregational Ministries Publishing
Hopes for the 219th General Assembly (2010)
University of Dubuque pulls back SJC campus offer
SDOP disburses more than $260,000 to 14 self-help projects in the U.S.
Louisville Seminary calls new leader
Faith-based groups, including PDA, respond to Tennessee flooding
At sea with 'The Presbyterian Navy'
Stated Clerk issues statement on Gaza blockade incident
Moderator reflects on time in Haiti
Gratitude for our military chaplains
2010 Samuel Robinson Award winners announced
California pastor 6th to stand as moderator
GAMC releases list of positions impacted by budget
Minnesota science museum exhibits Dead Sea Scrolls
Presbyterian Haiti relief contributions top $9.5 million
Cynthia Campbell announces retirement
PC(USA) General Assembly Mission Council affirms Congregational Ministries Publishing (CMP)
People with passion called for a purpose
Presbyterians Today announces photo contest winners
GAMC approves re-organization of PC(USA)’s mission enterprise
McFayden named to BOP church relations post
GAMC confirms new deputy executive for mission
Philadelphia pastor fifth to stand for moderator
PC(USA) publications take home 16 Associated Church Press awards
Wisconsin pastor is fourth GA moderator candidate
Mission program grants awarded
Paula Sanders: COLA executive coordinator
2010 Walton Award winners announced
'Edinburgh 2010' conference slated for June 2-6
Tennessee churches inundated by floods
2010 Walton Award winners announced
PC(USA) leaders press for immediate immigration reform
'A different world is possible'
Barnes-Davies wins Angell Award for best first book
Maggie Lauterer is third GA moderator candidate
CWS rips Arizona immigration legislation
Crossing borders … encountering God
Roger Dermody chosen as GAMC Deputy Executive Director for Mission
Crossing Borders conference issues statement on immigration reform
219th General Assembly committee leadership named
Grand Rapids has long history as a center of faith
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance to give $500,000 for seeds of hope in Haiti
The intersection of memory and hope
Milestone on the journey toward a fair food industry
‘Project Overture’: March sadness
Stated Clerk issues statement on signing of START treaty by United States and Russia
Stated Clerk issues statement commending CIW and Aramark agreement
Matanzas Evangelical Theological Seminary
‘Priestly in love, prophetic in speaking truth to power’
Moscow missionaries, parishioners safe after blast
Grace Presbytery calls Jan DeVries as new executive
National Multicultural Church Conference addresses ways to ‘deepen faith, widen culture’
Partner presbyteries chosen for new pastoral residency program
North Minneapolis Presbyterian church hopes to offer refuge for victims of prostitution
As Presbyterian women watch, U.N. creates new women’s agency
J. Herbert Nelson named director of public witness, Presbyterian Washington Office
Theological education on the bubble
BOP’s investments gain, but not enough for apportionment
New Mexico presbyteries to share staff
Theologians draft manifesto for church unity, justice
Full report of PC(USA) Middle East Study Committee is now available
Notes about people, March 10, 2010
Complete Great Ends of the Church series now available
PC(USA)’s Middle East Study Committee releases part two of final report and recommendations to GA
Presbyterians win eight RCC awards
Eugene Peterson wins top writing honor
GAMC approves new strategic direction for Presbyterian World Mission
Middle East Study Committee approves final report and recommendations to General Assembly
Heidelberg Catechism Special Committee approves final report
Presbyterians favor pushing corporations not to promote violence
PC(USA) Stated Clerk issues statement calling for end to violence against Christians in Mosul
GAMC approves guidelines for decision making
Chilean pastor: ‘Trust in the Lord’
Top presbyteries named for support of Presbyterian Hunger Program
PC(USA) leaders ask for prayer in wake of Chilean earthquake
GAMC forwards papers on Christian-Jewish and Christian-Muslim relations to GA
Presbyterians respond quickly to earthquake in Chile
General Assembly Mission Council renews support for Deep and Wide initiative
Valentine re-elected to second four-year term
GAMC recommends Caterpillar’s profit from non-peaceful activities in Israel-Palestine be denounced
PC(USA)’s ‘Women of Faith’ named
GAMC examines leadership needs in the church
GAMC mulls planning guidelines
Thousands of faith leaders send letter, run full-page ad for health reform
COGA proposes middle governing body commission
COGA recommends Portland as site for 2016 GA
‘We cannot be afraid of the future’
Scott Anderson approved for ordination
Registration still open for Presbyterian Writers Guild annual conference
Lights! Camera! Faith statements!
‘Evil hides in familiar places’
PDA’s Haiti response tops $500,000
Broadway stars come out to support Haiti relief
PNS seeks Mission Challenge success stories
Veteran of African mission named to coordinate the PC(USA)’s Africa work
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance rushing help to Haiti
Young people team with youth ministry specialists to co-lead Pathways seminar
A 2008 Presbyterian snapshot: More older members, more female pastors
‘Holding on with our fingernails’
The Rev. David Loleng named associate of evangelism
Minneapolis congregation awarded grant to spark search for future leaders
Home is a field, but families remain families in Haiti
Self-Development of People announces grant recipients
Chicago church reaches out to young men
PC(USA) stated clerk issues statement on Supreme Court’s election finance decision
Planting new churches is best evangelistic strategy for renewal in 21st century
Middle East study team nears release of its final report
ACSWP readies papers for General Assembly
Sales of new PC(USA) curriculum are booming
PDA’s Ackley records video message to Presbyterians
CWS campaign: ‘Tithe Wall Street bonuses for Haiti’
‘Urban Presbyterians Together’ wants spirituality to meet city’s needs, create better future
Living Waters’ Haiti water systems to convert to solar
Committee recommends steps toward traditional marriage and same-gender ceremonies
COLA picks communion ware for GA’s opening worship
“Re-Membering Peace: Still the Believers’ Calling”
“Presbytery Ten-Year Trends” now available online
Haitian hospital approved for $200,000 from Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
Memorial service held for Arabella Meadows-Rogers
‘God’s people in any circumstance’
Meeting “Face to Face” makes all the difference
PC(USA)-backed hospital in Haiti still standing
Writers Guild schedules annual conference
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance rushing help to Haiti
Filling the room with the love of Christ
Marj Carpenter breaks hip in fall
Quake destroys longtime PC(USA)-related hospital
PC(USA) Middle East caucus condemns Egypt attacks
Middle East churches Assembly issues final communiqué
PC(USA) missionaries, mission groups in Haiti reported safe
Presbyterian Writers Guild seeking best new author
Crisis team meets to frame Haiti earthquake response
Jin S. Kim is second candidate for GA moderator
‘Project Overture’: On the road to General Assembly
Memorial services this weekend for Arabella Meadows-Rogers and Harold Kurtz
Jann Treadwell is named APCE’s Educator of the Year
SFTS names Laird Stuart interim president
First candidate for GA moderator announced
Globe-spanning missionary Harold Kurtz dies
Palestinian Christians call for just peace in Palestine
Presbyterian leaders oppose Ugandan anti-gay act
‘Spare Kids the Ads’ campaign focuses on healthier marketing
Women face greater violence risk in the Dominican Republic, Latin American leaders say
Christmas Joy Offering children’s art contest winners announced
Presbyterians back carbon emission agreement
Nigerian faith leaders launch campaign against malaria
Building a world of interfaith cooperation
Give a Presbyterian this Christmas!
Montreat’s Left Bank building to get $500,000 upgrade
GA Middle East study team meets with UN officials
ABC to televise special on people with disabilities
NCC/CWS opens with call for renewal
FTE offers fellowships for 2010-2011 academic year
GAMC executive deputy director for mission to head Presbyterian Foundation
Achtemeier charts spiritual journey on homosexuality at Covenant Network gathering
MRTI recommends denouncement of Caterpillar, Inc. for corporate irresponsibility in Israel/Palestine
Senior Presbyterian military chaplain addresses Fort Hood killings
Presbyterian News Service announces ‘Project Overture’
GAPJC issues technical rulings in closely-watched cases
Reaching out in Europe and central Asia
PBS to air documentary on American religious history
Unusual loan revives two weeklies
Nominees sought for best Presbyterian writer
‘Between Iraq and a hard place’
Renowned Christian educator Mary Duckert dies
Rising market lifts BOP’s portfolio 21.2 percent
UN expert: Governments failing indigenous declaration
Dissident Cuba blogger cannot receive prize
Calvin legacy is mixed in South Africa
Media Violence Fast ’09 counters anti-immigrant hate speech
Presbyterian Native American nursing school honored with National Historic Landmark status
Bible requires new reading, says Nicaraguan theologian
Carolyn Gillette pens new hunger walk hymn
SFTS president resigns to return to pastoral ministry
Self-Development of People announces grant recipients
PC(USA) responds to south Asian disasters
Legendary mission innovator Margaret Flory dies at 95
Yodogawa Christian Hospital contributes more than $200,000 to PC(USA) mission in Asia
Seattle pastor gives Nigerian polio victims a lift
“Peace without Borders” concert bridges borders and differences in Cuba
Mission Challenge ’09 speakers commissioned
GAMC lowers 2010 mission budget by 6 percent
Council reaffirms support of Presbyterian News Service
CIW announces agreement with Compass Group NA
GA special committee unanimously recommends adoption of Belhar Confession
Big Tent garners high ratings from participants
Malnutrition killing children again in Guatemala
Task force approves final Form of Government report
Priests targeted in drug-related and other violence in mexico
‘We cannot agree,’ says marriage/unions panel
Lutheran coalition takes steps toward forming ‘free-standing’ synod
Special committee to study issues of civil union and Christian marriage releases preliminary report
Faith leaders to press G-20 for anti-poverty action
Renowned theologian, ecumenist Lew Mudge dies
Hispanic Caucus task force deals with pressing issues
What’s a Presbyterian minister got to do with a film festival?
WARC group issues message on Accra Confession
Survey results show strength, vitality during hard times
U.S. churches are ‘agents of peace,’ Syria-Lebanon visitors say
U.S. not at center of Montreal World Film Festival
What are you looking forward to?
Honduran military coup reverses women’s gains in human rights
WCC presidents rue lack of women in top posts
Blackhawk Presbytery goes live
WCC urges freeze on Israeli settlements
Reformed churches gather in South Africa to analyze impact of global economic crisis
PW grant helps Utah women and children leaving polygamy
Colombian family accompanied by friends and colleagues from Tres Rios Presbytery
White House reaffirms commitment to immigration reform
‘Coming-of-age’ film opens Canada’s largest film fest
ACSWP releases three new study resources
‘Embracing others in our midst’
Lightning destroys Florida church
140,000 participate in historic faith call with President Obama
Form of Government Task Force approves final draft
Women lead opposition to gold mine in Colombia
Camps for kids with disabilities in Cuba are a sign of hope
Joshua: A Book to Be Celebrated?
Historic Presbyterian mission named historic landmark
Stated Clerk issues statement on current health care debate
Retiree makes joyful noise through church work
New Wilmington conference encourages missionary service
Greet a stranger to celebrate Calvin
Joshua: A Book to Be Celebrated?
PW Gathering hosts commissioning service for mission personnel
Task force seeks to delineate news, public relations functions
Calling for a ministry of meddlin'
Following Jesus into dangerous places
‘Dialogue between theology and literature is urgent,’ says Puerto Rican theologian Luis Rivera Pagán
Women of Faith Award winner Evelyn Bonner dies
PCA rejects study on women’s roles in the church
New president installed at Montreat Conference Center
Stewardship approaches must take cultural diversity into account, Reese tells Big Tenters
Memorial service set for Bill Forbes
Board of Pensions expands, simplifies Medical Plan
Special committee on civil union and Christian marriage invites feedback from the church
Special committee on civil union and Christian marriage invites feedback from the church
Special committee on civil union and Christian marriage invites feedback from the church
Stated Clerk releases PC(USA) 2009 statistics
Stated Clerk comments on PC(USA) 2008 statistics
Special committee on civil union and Christian marriage plunges into details in second meeting
Survivor: southern Louisiana edition
New Mexico’s presbyteries move to shared staff model
Future of Presbyterian News Service debated as task force meets
Birth of a new Presbyterian evangelism movement?
New Orleans church rebuilds life as well as building
Renowned Presbyterian evangelist Ralph Winter dies
PC(USA) international mission advocates gather
Clean Water U schedules first summer session
Biographical information released for Youth Ministries Task Force
Johnson C. Smith University inaugurates new president
PC(USA) publications garner 18 Associated Church Press awards
PC(USA) publications garner 18 Associated Church Press awards
WARC essay contest to focus on Calvin's take on environmental, financial stewardship
Presbyterian Hymnal committee holds second meeting
PNS review task force is set to meet
Past scholarship winner remains grateful to PC(USA)
Presbyterians respond cautiously to swine flu outbreak
Finding a vision for the future by discovering the past
Parsons joins call for review of post-9/11 interrogations
Christian Peace Witness continues to press for end to Iraq war
Church leaders write in response to amendment voting
‘A whole new way of doing mission’
Memorial service set for Carl Dudley
CBS to televise interfaith special on poverty
Northern Michigan Presbyterians help plant 12,000 trees in honor of Earth Day 2009
PC(USA) agencies back Obama's nuke-free proposals
PDA and Hurricane Katrina: in it for the long run
Tornado tears through Tennessee
18 congregation-based community organizing groups to share $92,500
One church’s ‘crazy idea’ allows another to be reborn
New York faith leaders call for immigration reform
Communication and resurrection
PC(USA) pension plan remains fully funded
A life the church is compelled to live
Youth Ministries Task Force membership is announced
Staff reduction announced at the Presbyterian Foundation
Ecumenical Advocacy Days draws veterans, newcomers
PPC’s 2008 sales exceed previous year’s
PC(USA)-related artisans group in Peru honored
Committee on the Office of the General Assembly approves revisions to the 2009-2010 budgets
GA special committee to study civil union and Christian marriage begins its work
Committee on the Office of the General Assembly will hold its spring meeting in Louisville
GA special committee to study civil union and Christian marriage to begin work
Biographical information on members of the Climate for Change Task Force
GA moderator continues work on filling special committees and task forces
GA Moderator announces names for special committee to study civil union and Christian marriage
Stated Clerk comments on PC(USA) 2008 statistics
Becoming the Beloved Community of Christ
Stated Clerk commends farmworkers and Whole Food Market on landmark agreement
Committee on the Office of the General Assembly tackles full agenda at winter meeting
Stated Clerk releases statement on violence in Kenya
Stated Clerk releases statement on plight of Gaza inhabitants
An Open Statement to Burger King and the Florida Tomato Growers Exchange