The 165th General Assembly made the following pronouncement for the guidance of Presbyterians: 'All human life should be lived in accordance with the principles established by God for the life of men and of nations. This is a tenet of Biblical religion. It is also a basic emphasis in our Presbyterian heritage of faith. 'As individuals and as a group, Christians are responsible for adjusting their thought and behavior to those everlasting principles of Scripture. It is no less their responsibility as citizens of their nation, to seek as far as their influence may extend, to bring national life and …
A missional hermeneutic will incorporate and then ultimately move beyond broad overviews of biblical mission toward a focused and contextualized exegetical engagement with particular texts, including those that are not usually understood in terms of mission. This approach is rooted in the conviction that God has a mission in the world and that Christians read Scripture as those called and sent to participate in those divine purposes.
Use this study guide with An Abundance of Katherines by John Green
This concise booklet explains biblical and theological foundations for cherishing God's creation. Focuses on Genesis, Psalms, Pauline writings and the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
This study guide was designed to be used in conjunction with And the Leaves of the Tree Are for the Healing of the Nations. It provides instruction for leading five one-hour study sessions
This study session was designed to be used in conjunction with the resource, And the Leaves of the Tree Are for the Healing of the Nations (Carol Johnston, 2006). You will find it useful for an adult or youth retreat, an officer training event, a Lenten study, an earth care working group, or for personal devotions. Portions of the study are ideal for ecumenical, interfaith or community groups who may come together with a common concern for God’s good creation. The study is expected to take approximately two hours to complete. If your group has only an hour to devote …
A 7-session study on domestic violence for use in congregations, title is taken from Psalm 55:4a, “My heart is in anguish within me ...” The seven sessions cover different faces of abuse; spouse/partner, child, elder, sibling, dating violence and abuse of vulnerable people. Can be used for church school classes, groups, sessions, retreats or other educational events sponsored by the church. Available from the church store for $8.00. PDS# 7027003025. Order online or call (800) 524-2612.
Report on the approval of the resolution, "Encouraging Congregations, Presbyteries and Synods to use their 25 percent of the Peacemaking Offering to fight HIV /AIDS" from the 217th General Assembly.
Report on the approval of the resolution to publicize the existing Extra Commitment Opportunities pertaining to HIV /AIDS issues from the 216th General Assembly.
Report on the approval of the "Women and AIDS: A Global Crisis" report from the 213th General Assembly