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Advent Greetings! I am beyond excited to now serve in the role of Director for Compassion, Peace and Justice. I first came to the Presbyterian Mission Agency in 2018 after serving for two years as Co-Moderator of the 222nd General Assembly (2016-2018). As Coordinator for Racial and Intercultural Justice, I worked in partnership with |
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Compassion, Peace and Justice and Racial Equity and Women’s Intercultural Ministries, where I later served as Acting Director from 2021 to 2022. It truly feels like a full circle moment to be able to support beloved and respected colleagues who shepherd the advocacy and humanitarian work of the church. (Learn about other exciting developments in CPJ.) |
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I also look forward to continuing my work on the Diverse Voices Table, an interagency team devoted to promoting equity and justice work throughout all agencies and entities of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).Sincerely,The Rev. T. Denise Anderson |
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‘Trouble the Water’ docuseries and discussion guide available |
A documentary series designed to encourage constructive conversations about race and racism has been released by the Presbyterian Mission Agency in collaboration with the Office of the General Assembly and other partners. All four episodes are now available for download upon request. |
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Explore ‘Divine Nebula’ during Advent |
Michele P. Ellison kicked off “Divine Nebula: Reimagining Advent” with a creative short story about asking God how to address longstanding problems, such as gun violence. New material from various writers continues through the season. |
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Christian Brooks reflects on COP27 |
The World Council of Churches filmed a video segment with Christian Brooks of the Presbyterian Office of Public Witness while she and others from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) were taking part in the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference. |
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How to have an Earth-friendly holiday season |
Are you interested in following more sustainable holiday practices? Find ideas in this graphic from the Presbyterian Hunger Program. Examples include handcrafted toys and fair-trade baking goods.
(Photo by Angelica Vaihel via Pixabay) |
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PC(USA) national staff honors the lives and mourns the deaths of 30 transgender people killed during 2022 |
Nearly 50 Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) national staff gathered online for a Transgender Day of Remembrance service. The service was hosted by RE&WIM and the Office of Gender & Racial Justice. |
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Listening guides now available for ‘A Matter of Faith’ |
In celebration of reaching 100 episodes, listening guides are now available for “A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast.” They’re organized around specific topics, such as leadership, climate change and racial issues, and include links to some of the best podcast conversations on those topics. |
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Hurricane Ian recovery highlights systemic struggles for Florida farmworkers |
It has been over a month since Hurricane Ian wreaked havoc across the Caribbean, Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas. But for those living in the wake of the storm, the challenges continue. |
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Webinar to explore drone warfare |
The Office of Public Witness and the Interfaith Working Group on Drones are hosting a Dec. 13 webinar to examine the moral and theological questions associated with the expanding capabilities of drone warfare.
(Photo by Jeffrey Blum via Unsplash) |
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Applications still being accepted for Travel Study Seminars |
There’s still time to apply for the Peacemaking Program’s 2023 Travel Study Seminars. Late applications are accepted as space permits. The seminars will occur on these dates: Philippines and Hong Kong (Feb. 3-17), Puerto Rico (March 13-20) and Native Lands of the Southwest (April 28-May 7). |
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Spreading the Vision of Matthew 25 across the Church |
Accept the invitation to be a church of action, where God’s love, justice and mercy are contagious and at the center of everything we do. |
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