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After Easter

Commentary by Forrest A. Norman III, PLC chair For Christians, Easter is the high point. Our sanctuaries are resplendent with lilies, daffodils, tulips and fresh smelling hyacinth. The…

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What is the church?

By Robert Austell Jesus prayed in John 17 for his followers and those who would come after them. In his prayer, Jesus reveals several things about the relationship…

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Whitworth University affirms, expands its Presbyterian partnerships

The Whitworth University Board of Trustees today adopted a statement that affirms and expands Whitworth’s historic relationship with the Presbyterian Church and elevates the university’s theological identities. The…

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The main reason for declining church attendance: Children’s sports?

By Melissa Steffan Sunday used to be a day reserved by many Christians for attending worship services, but new research indicates the extent to which American churches today…

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Pennsylvania church leaves PCUSA, joins ECO

A western Pennsylvania church was dismissed from the Presbyterian Church (USA) and will make its new home as part of ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. East…

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Siler leaves PCUSA for EPC

Siler Presbyterian Church in North Carolina is now part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC) after being granted dismissal from the Presbyterian Church (USA). Located in Wesley Chapel,…

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Westminster congregation still serves and worships despite displacement

A devastating tornado that caused substantial damage to Westminster Presbyterian Church in Hattiesburg, Miss., has not hampered the congregation’s ability to worship and serve the Lord. Members of…

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Review of the BBC documentary ‘An Independent People’

By Steve Salyards I had heard about the BBC – Northern Ireland producing a documentary on Ulster Presbyterians titled “An Independent People.” Well, it is now released and…

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Human love, God’s love and marriage

By Viola Larson Recently reading an article on More Light Presbyterians’ site I wanted to sit down with the author put my arm around her shoulder and tell…

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Still a sweet spirit in Honey Grove

More than six weeks ago, an iconic church in Honey Grove, Texas, was destroyed by a fire caused by a lightning strike. Now it appears the congregation of…

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