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This week's Blessing and Benediction comes from Rev. Ivan Herman, associate pastor at Carmichael Presbyterian Church since 2009 and is active in the Presbytery of North Central California. Read the full Sunday Blessing: https://bit.ly/4yZAX4l #PCUSA #SundayBlessing

ADVENT FEATURE! bit.ly/4vwyCfu "Rev. Kara Eidson brings a scholar’s insight, a pastor’s heart, and a storyteller’s gift to the task of writing. Through the lens of hospitality, Kara invites us to hear anew the powerful themes and scriptures of Advent." —Adam Hamilton #Advent #Advent2026

Still haven’t settled on your Advent devotional or small group resource? There’s still time. Our 2026 Advent resource webinar gives you options. Amy Pagliarella highlights resources from across the church for congregations of different sizes, intergenerational groups, personal reading and more.

Pew editions of the Glory to God hymnal are now available* at 20% off through December 31, 2026, bringing each pew edition to only $20. This price will never be lower, so adopt the hymnal today! Learn why others are so happy they've adopted the hymnal: mailchi.mp/pcusastore/1...

Register now for the FINAL webinar in our churchwide study series! “The Church’s Role in Civil Society” (Oct. 30 at 1:00 EDT) will engage participants in the question, “what does faithful Presbyterian public witness actually look like?” Register here: pcusa-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #PCUSA

NEW! What Then Does This Text Mean? offers a comprehensive survey of the most common methods and approaches used in contemporary biblical scholarship to help readers navigate both foundational and newer critical lenses being used in biblical interpretation today. Learn more: bit.ly/4eJedN8

"May you learn to listen, trusting that God speaks through your whole being, not just your intellect." This week's Sunday Blessing comes from Rev. Erin Dunigan, ordained evangelist and teaching elder in the PC(USA). Read the full Blessing and Benediction: https://bit.ly/4yN7Elu

ADVENT FEATURE! bit.ly/4aPkSSc "A gift for busy pastors and small group leaders. In addition to reflection questions and suggested activities, Wathen offers weekly worship resources and brief videos that are perfect for kicking off a weekly session." –Presbyterian Outlook #Advent #Advent2026

The Rev. Jimmie Hawkins, who directs the PC(USA)’s Advocacy and Witness ministries in Washington, D.C., & at the United Nations in New York, led closing worship during the Mid Council Leaders Gathering held this week at the Presbyterian Center. Read more: pcusa.org/news-storyte... #PCUSA #Advocacy

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Packed with accessible notes, sidebars, essays, and visual aids, The Westminster Study Bible helps us understand both the ancient world of the Bible and how it speaks to us in the modern world. Learn more: bit.ly/47DjcvE

The Rev. Jihyun Oh, the Rev. Marta Pumroy-Cordero, and the Rev. Dr. Kris Schondelmeyer have issued a statement on the planned livestreaming of an execution. Read the full statement here: pcusa.org/news-storyte... #PCUSA

¡Ya disponible en español! Las personas adultas y la niñez podrán adentrarse en las reflexiones basadas en la Escritura, dialogar sobre preguntas profundas y aprender en conjunto cómo vivir su fe en el mundo. bit.ly/4euKUPG See the English-language version: bit.ly/3ZDBOIe

🖋📚 WJK Author Feature: Cody J. Sanders and Art Wright 📚🖋 Coming November 2026: Beyond Affirming: Ministry in LGBTQIA-Inclusive Churches Learn More at www.wjkbooks.com/Sanders & www.wjkbooks.com/Wright queerbaptistrev.bsky.socialsblsite.bsky.social sblpress.bsky.social harvard.eduhttps://mit.edu

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ADVENT FEATURE! This comprehensive resource for #Advent provides daily readings that are also organized into weekly themes for congregational use, family devotions, and worship resources. Learn all the ways you can use this inspiring book: bit.ly/42NIq81 #Advent #Advent2026

Explore trustworthy, thought-provoking resources that engage the complex intersections of religion, politics, race, and democracy, including the new book In God We Trust by John Fea. Learn more: bit.ly/473zQV2

NEW! This comprehensive commentary on the Gospel of Mark is designed for preachers seeking a single, reliable resource that brings together rigorous exegesis and practical homiletical insight. Learn more: bit.ly/4gFXaOB

"Queer and trans youth are gifts to the church. Here are five ways congregations can turn affirmation into meaningful practices of belonging, advocacy and celebration, writes Cody J. Sanders." Preorder the book and save 35% from PC(USA) Store: bit.ly/4fkC7ir

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In this month’s Pastor’s Life, Jack Haberer reflects on how healthy ministry grows when pastors empower and trust others to use their gifts, rather than trying to do it all themselves. Read the full Pastor's Life installment: https://bit.ly/4gShmv9 #PCUSA #PastorsLife

NEW! In God We Trust invites readers to think and reflect critically about the truths and complexities of the role of religion and the founding of America in order to separate history from political ideology and to understand why this distinction matters. Learn more: bit.ly/4sdw7fH

No Longer Male and Female: A Biblical Guide for Our Questions about Gender Jo Wiersema reviews Will Brown's "No Longer Male and Female," a father's journey with his gender-expansive child turned into a biblical case for affirmation. @wjkbooks.com

World Communion Sunday is on October 4. The Outlook is here to help you prepare. Bread from the world: World Communion Liturgy Utilizing breads from around the world, this liturgy by Heather Prince Doss invites congregations into an embodied appreciation for diversity and unity. #WorldCommunion🍷

“The Purpose Gap is . . . an invitation to wholeness. For Reyes, bridging the purpose gap is one thing, but thriving on the other side, whole, is the true testimony.” —Theresa S. Thames, Associate Dean of Religious Life and of the Chapel, Princeton University Learn more: bit.ly/3PKHkDH

As the genocide in Gaza continues, the Trump administration is preparing a $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel, paid for largely with U.S. tax dollars. Contact your members of congress today and ask them to block the weapons sales to Israel here: www.votervoice.net/PCUSA/Campai... #PCUSA #Advocacy

NEW! Pedagogy of the Ancestors is a practical and inspiring guide for anyone called to teach, mentor, and shape future generations with intention, humility, and compassion, knowing that our daily choices are the rain that waters the seeds of tomorrow. Learn more: bit.ly/4mxDHRn

Introducing a new churchwide study series! The Rev. Marta Pumroy-Cordero and the Rev. Dr. Kristopher D. Schondelmeyer will host a series of three webinars, offering an in-depth look at the PC(USA)'s Social Witness Policy. Each session will feature different guests from across the PC(USA).

Learn more about the newest release in the Belief series and discover more resources for preaching and teaching the Psalms: mailchi.mp/pcusastore/2...

So many Advent resources. Which one is right for your church? 🎄 Join Presbyterian Outlook Book Review Editor Amy Pagliarella on Oct. 5 at 1 p.m. ET for a 45-minute tour of new and noteworthy Advent resources — plus some past favorites. The webinar will be recorded, and registration is required!

NEW FOR ADVENT! This Advent study features the words and stories of prophetic figures in Scripture. Each week’s chapter includes daily readings and study questions for group discussion and readers will find resources for congregational worship, mission, and fellowship. More: bit.ly/4skgza9

NEW IN THE BELIEF PREACHING SERIES! Discover how the Psalms can speak powerfully to today’s church, offering lyrical theology that shapes prayer, reflection, preaching, and worship. Learn more: bit.ly/4caOc88

The Rev. Will Brown, author of “No Longer Male and Female: A Biblical Guide for Our Questions About Gender,” was the most recent guest on “A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast.” Read more about Brown’s conversation with hosts the Rev. Lee Catoe & Simon Doong here: pcusa.org/news-storyte... #PCUSA

Support and strengthen your leadership! Explore the new release, Pedagogy of the Ancestors by Patrick B. Reyes, along with a curated collection of books focused on leadership, community building, and navigating the complexities of ministry today. Browse now: www.pcusastore.com/AdvancedSear...

NEW FOR ADVENT! To help readers carve out time for reflection and meditation during the ironically hectic time of Advent, noted Christian educator Elizabeth Caldwell engages readers in a creative spiritual practice of deeply connecting with one psalm each week. Learn more: bit.ly/41PujPf

In this month's Stewardship reflection, Rev. Dr. Heidi Bolt, MRO for the Northwest region, reflects on how gratitude inspires generosity. Through stories from congregations, she highlights the quiet, often unseen acts of giving that strengthen ministry and community. More: https://bit.ly/4cCnV3G

NEW! Through raw personal narrative and rich theological reflection, Chelsea Kim Long explores the false limits the church has placed on women and how the demand for unquestioning obedience silences women’s natural intuition and erodes self-trust. More: bit.ly/4sdFw7b

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Save up to 50% on preaching commentaries, worship companions, yearlong devotionals, commentaries on Mark, and more through September 15, 2026. Start saving: bit.ly/4dzfSWG

The PC(USA)’s Young Adult Volunteers are commissioned to ‘a year of service for a lifetime of change’ Forty-seven young adults are now set to serve at nine sites across the nation and around the world. @pcusa.bsky.social

A prayer for Labor Day: Finding a new pace Daniel Heath offers a prayer that recognizes workers and reminds us that we are not defined by our work. #LaborDay

"Awareness must precede action. matthewboedy.bsky.xn--socials-d36c book is a superb resource for raising awareness more widely among those who care about religious freedom, liberty at large and human decency." —Church & State Magazine Learn more: bit.ly/4146dQ3

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Wendell Berry, writer and farmer, was extolled by many as a modern-day prophet His writings touched on conservation, community and belonging, and he acquired legions of fans beyond environmental studies — including many scholars of religion.

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New group study options are here! Whether your group is exploring Scripture, engaging big questions, or looking for an accessible introduction to theology, these books offer thoughtful content and built-in discussion tools to support meaningful conversation. Learn more: mailchi.mp/pcusastore/2...

Religious leaders travel to the Arctic to advocate for protection of sacred public lands Presbyterian leaders joined an interfaith delegation to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to support Indigenous communities and advocate for protecting sacred lands.

NEW! No Longer Male and Female provides a helpful guide and Bible study for people of faith who seek to understand gender in ways that may feel strange and new, helping readers better understand both their faith commitments and their communities. Learn more: bit.ly/4tBf3Bz

The ministry of showing up: Charlotte pastor starts nonprofit after suffering traumatic brain injury Eleanor Shell experienced the power of sustained care from Poplar Tent Presbyterian Church. Now, she’s helping others navigate the “long middle” of healing and grief through Borrowed Hope.

Unpacking the White Christian Vote: Trends in Presidential and Congressional Voting Since 1960 https://prri.org/spotlight/unpacking-the-white-christian-vote-trends-in-presidential-and-congressional-voting-since-1960/