Queen Latifah taught a generation what strength, tenderness and dignity sound like. Listen now to “Theology of Hip-Hop” as we explore her legacy through Black theology and faith. 🎧 #TheologyOfHipHop #QueenLatifah #FaithAndJustice #BlackWomanhood #HipHopCulture #PresbyterianOutlook

Save up to 60% on 365-day devotionals and books for Lent 2026 through January 13, 2026! In this sale, you'll find everything you need for group study, reflection, and sermon preparation. Start saving:

The Rev. Jihyun Oh is speaking out concerning US military action taken against Venezuela, citing numerous General Assembly policies and calling instead for nonmilitary and collaborative international approaches. Read more: pcusa.org/news-storyte... #PCUSA

NEW FOR LENT 2026! Meeting Jesus on the Road: A Lenten Study, by Cynthia M. Campbell & Christine Coy Fohr: bit.ly/4mqkRJX #Lent2026

While some MAGA figures lined up behind the administration, many Christian leaders across the country and around the world were swift in condemning the Venezuela operation as unlawful, dangerous, and undermining peace.

From our most popular opinion pieces of 2025, here is number four: “Why is the Presbyterian Church so ‘political?’” Responding to social media critics, Naomi McQuiller reflects on why political advocacy is central to the gospel. #repost

Prepare your community for 2026! Explore our updated resource guides, filled with tools for Lent, leadership, group study, and more. bit.ly/3KD2UuR

Big churches sound alike. Little churches are the ‘Wild West’ of music, study finds. Worship professor Will Bishop said that focusing on the most popular worship songs can miss what churches are actually singing. #Repost #ChurchMusic

Got an empty church lawn? Why not turn it into a dog park? For some churches, starting a dog park turns underused church property into a place for community. #Repost

CUSTOMER SERVICE NOTICE: Our offices will be closed January 1-2 for the new year. We will respond to emails and phone calls when we return on Monday, January 5.

Prayer for Advent: As the days grow shorter "Ever living, always acting God, as the days grow shorter and the darkness deepens, we bow before you uncertain how to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ." — Jill Duffield #WinterSolstice #ShortestDay #Repost #Advent

CUSTOMER SERVICE NOTICE: Our offices will be closed December 24-26 for the Christmas holiday. We will respond to emails and phone calls when we return on Monday, December 29.

The Book of Common Worship is a must-have group of resources for @pcusa.bsky.social pastors, church musicians, and liturgical leaders. Browse resources: bit.ly/2JIPCt4

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is monitoring the flooding in Washington state through the state VOAD and contacts with impacted presbyteries and synods. Please join us in praying for the affected communities. To support this response, give online here: pcusa.org/donate/dr000... #PCUSA

The results are in—these are the top 25 books of 2025. From trusted favorites to timely new releases, these are the titles that resonated most with our readers this year. See what made the list, revisit your favorites, or discover your next great read: bit.ly/3MJeV2s

Learning to pray through breath and music Karie Charlton offers a reflection on embodied faith, music and mindful breathing.

Prayer for Advent: What are you waiting for? "What are you waiting for, Most High God? Are you waiting for us to plead for relief from the chaos we have created? We cry out on behalf of a groaning creation to deliver us from evil." — Jill Duffield #Advent #Repost

"A voluminous, sweeping, occasionally even thrilling book that will empower preachers to preach on and with the parables of Jesus." —The Christian Century Learn more: bit.ly/3tNo80P

"Your heart remembers the path, well-trodden, though perhaps forgotten Leading you home, to the center, to love, to God." This week's Sunday Blessing is brought to us by Rev. Jeff Sockwell. More: https://bit.ly/4qnF7i3 #PCUSA #SundayBlessing

Board of Pensions begins search for next president Next year, the 227th General Assembly will be asked to confirm the person selected to succeed the Rev. Dr. Frank Clark Spencer. @pcusa.bsky.social

"This is a treasure. . . . In a remarkably accessible style, Professor Mayfield gives the reader a cogent overview of the whole of scripture as well as each individual book.” —Rev. Rev. Rodger Nishioka, Ph.D., Senior Associate Pastor, Village Presbyterian Church Learn more: bit.ly/3bWY7xq

🚨 SPECIAL OFFER! 🚨 The Advent Tree e-book is now $7.99 through the end of the year! Get instant access to our latest Advent devotional today: a.co/d/9Vps3lL *Sale prices are based on US pricing and not available in all countries. Amazon.com has final say on price adjustments. Sale ends 12/31/25.

Building Belonging: The Church’s Call to Build Community and House Our Neighbors This book invites churches to re-envision land and buildings for housing and community. Sharon K. Core notes Cleghorn “immersed himself in similar journeys … decisions not made lightly or overnight." #Repost

The Rev. Dr. Bridgett A. Green is named president and publisher of Presbyterian Publishing Corporation Currently the interim president, Green will officially begin in her new role on Jan. 1, 2026. @pcusa.bsky.social

Complete with a detailed reading schedule for every day of one year, The Year of the Bible leads participants to a better understanding of Scripture and a greater sense of community within the church. A reader guide and a program guide for leaders are available. Learn more: bit.ly/44cGAwk

"This is an invaluable resource for preaching." –Thomas G. Long, Bandy Professor Emeritus of Preaching, Candler School of Theology Learn more: bit.ly/2MH66oR #preaching #ThomasGLong

Clergy response to border patrol in Charlotte During a Border Patrol sweep, pastors in stoles and collars became trained observers — documenting detentions, comforting frightened neighbors, and bearing witness to God’s call to protect the vulnerable.

Explore bold, thoughtful scholarship that invites deeper engagement with Scripture. From the cultural contexts of ancient Israel to new approaches in biblical interpretation, these books offer expansive insight into the Bible’s complexity and meaning. Learn more: bit.ly/4oiWCym

First Presbyterian Church of Columbus, Indiana, abolishes $1.78 million in medical debt for Hoosier families Congregation’s bicentennial celebration helps free more than 1,450 residents three counties from burdensome debt. @pcusa.bsky.social

"This is wonderful collection of Bible stories–150 from the New and Old Testaments–that will enrich family conversations as well as Sunday school classes."—@presoutlook.bsky.social Learn more: bit.ly/2PFvoqc #giftbooks #ChristmasGifts #kidgifts

Check out our 365-day devotionals to find the perfect gift for yourself or loved ones! We have a number of options to inspire you all year long: bit.ly/3IcPNPt #giftbooks #ChristmasGifts

Glittery. Down-home. Prophetic. Dolly Parton is the rhinestone-clad prophet we need in our polarized times. — Lindy Vogado #ModernMusicalProphets

"With witticism and her signature wonder, Anna Carter Florence takes us on an alphabetical journey that will ignite inspiration and imagination in all who need and want to trust the Bible’s truths." —Karoline M. Lewis Learn more: bit.ly/43OgRKd

CUSTOMER SERVICE NOTICE: Our offices will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will respond to emails and phone calls when we return on Monday, December 1.

“Khoa Le’s illustrations evoke the awe and wonder that the psalms promise. . . . Although the language is appropriate for early elementary-age children, these poems are also a gift to the adults who read them aloud." —The @presoutlook.bsky.social Learn more: bit.ly/3ySiflC

Ahead of Transgender Remembrance Day, the Rev. Jihyun Oh has joined other heads of diverse religious traditions in issuing a landmark statement proclaiming that transgender, intersex, and nonbinary people are worthy of love, support, and protection. Read more: www.uua.org/pressroom/pr... #PCUSA

A prayer of thanksgiving Letarshia C. Robinson offers a prayer of thanksgiving that can be used as a part of a Thanksgiving worship service, a regular Sunday worship service or a blessing over a meal with your family. #Repost #Thanksgiving

"This study Bible is a treasure. . . . When students, parishioners, colleagues, and friends seek a recommendation, this is the Bible to which I will refer them." —Brian K. Blount, President Emeritus, Union Presbyterian Seminary Learn more: bit.ly/49WVJEt

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the theocratic takeover outlined in @matthewboedy.bsky.social’s “The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy” (@wjkbooks.com).

Make your gift-giving effortless with our interactive 2025 Gift Guide, designed to help you choose presents for family, friends, children, pastors, and more. Get your gift list taken care of today: www.pcusastore.com/GiftGuide

Speaking on “Changes, Curiosity and Councils” on Monday, the Rev. Jihyun Oh told mid council leaders she suspects they’ve been addressing those realities as much as she has over the past year or so. Read more: pcusa.org/news-storyte... #PCUSA

NEW RELEASE! Unwavering Faithfulness: Pivotal Moments in the Book of Isaiah by Walter Brueggemann and Brent A. Strawn: bit.ly/3Sp7z3X Ideal for individual or group study, with questions for reflection and discussion in every chapter. #BibleStudy #Prophets #Isaiah

“An authority for love”: Portland faith leaders stand with immigrants outside ICE facility “People have said to me, ‘I didn’t know churches could do good things.’” In Portland, clergy are showing up daily to support immigrants and witness to hope at the ICE site.

Embark on a daily journey of discovery, reflection, and spiritual growth through the Scriptures in this devotional from N.T. Wright and John Goldingay. Learn more: bit.ly/45IK5MZ #365Devotional #dailydevotional #giftbooks #ChristmasGifts

What if Jael, Jacob, and Mordecai were more transgressive — or trans-affirming — than we’ve been taught? Jo Wiersema reviews Trans Biblical, a collection that reimagines Scripture through a trans-inclusive lens. @wjkbooks.com

The work of theology is an ongoing pilgrimage Theologians David Jensen, Martha Moore-Keish and Hanna Reichel reflect on the joy, challenge and urgency of forming faithful thinkers today — and why words still matter. @columbiaseminary.bsky.social

ADVENT FEATURE! Stay Awhile: Advent Lessons in Divine Hospitality: bit.ly/45IsMMf #Advent #Advent2025 #groupstudy #devotional

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Whether you have last-minute Advent planning to do or need resources for an impromptu gathering, we have easy-to-use, affordable, downloadable group studies perfect to fit your needs. Learn more: bit.ly/4oLdsqs