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Photo by Rich Copley, Presbyterian Mission Agency
As a church committed to the gospel of Matthew 25, we believe that Christ locates himself with we who are hungry, thirsty, sick, imprisoned, vulnerable and displaced. We take seriously the notion that to meet the needs of a neighbor is to render kindness to Jesus himself. The Presbyterian Hunger Program, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and Self-Development of People have worked diligently for years to combat climate change, address root causes of hunger and poverty, support community development initiatives and provide on-the-ground support for natural and human-caused disasters. None of this happens, however, without the faithful support of the church. |
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Each of these important ministries are supported by One Great Hour of Sharing, a Special Offering of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) that is traditionally collected throughout the season of Lent. As we approach this reflective time in the life of our church, I hope you’ll prayerfully join me in giving generously as you are able to One Great Hour of Sharing as part of your Lenten practice and beyond. Through our collective efforts, may we find that we are willingly located with the family of Jesus and among those whom God calls “blessed.”
Rev. Denise Anderson, director Compassion, Peace & Justice |
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Create more mindful behaviors with this handy calendar |
In Lent, we slow down and examine our internal spiritual lives and the way we live out our Christian faith. Create more mindful behaviors throughout the year with this calendar from the Presbyterian Hunger Program. |
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Get ready for Blue T-Shirt Sunday |
Kick off One Great Hour of Sharing season with Blue T-Shirt Sunday. You’re invited to wear blue and to send your selfies to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance at pda@pcusa.org. |
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Grab this resource to help you plan and celebrate SDOP Sunday |
The latest edition of the Celebrate SDOP Sunday Resource & Yearbook has been released. Use it now, or any time of year, to learn about the Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development and its partners. |
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March 1 is the deadline to order Eco-Palms |
As people of faith, there is so much we can and must do to care for God’s creation. Ordering Eco-Palms can help protect forests, local jobs, and sustainable livelihoods in the harvesting communities. (Photo courtesy of Program CNCG - Rainforest Alliance) |
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Action Alert asks Presbyterians to advocate for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid for Gaza |
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s Office of Public Witness has again issued an Action Alert, asking Presbyterians to advocate for a ceasefire and an increase in humanitarian aid for Gaza. |
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Deadline approaching for civil rights travel study seminar |
Don’t miss the chance to join the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program’s civil rights travel study seminar. Apply by Feb 23 to be part of the pilgrimage to Birmingham, Montgomery and Selma, Alabama; Jackson, Mississippi and the Mississippi Delta; and Memphis, Tennessee. (Photo credit: U.S. National Archives) |
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Unbound releases Lent devotional series |
Unbound has released “Journey through the Mist: A Spiritually Guided Lent.” It includes daily recitations and practices along with weekly and Holy Week video meditations. Go to Unbound’s website and follow their social media channels. |
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PC(USA) delegation reflects on global climate summit and looks to the future |
The belief that people of faith need to make their voices heard in the fight against climate change was expressed during a webinar by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and Presbyterians for Earth Care. |
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Spreading the Vision of Matthew 25 across the Church |
The PC(USA) believes that we are called to serve Jesus by contributing to the well-being of the most vulnerable in all societies – rural and urban, small and large, young and not-so-young. From affordable housing to community gardens to equitable educational and employment opportunities to healing from addiction and mental illness to enacting policy change – there is not just one way to be a part of the Matthew 25 movement. |
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