Practicing Jesus’ Seven Last Words – A New Devotional for Lent
Conceived and written in part by the Rev. Konnie Vissers, this devotional based on Jesus’ last words includes prayers, reflections and activities for each week of Lent.
Update to the PCC Response to Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria
The PCC is responding to the February 6 earthquake in Türkiye and Syria through Presbyterian World Service & Development (PWS&D) and its partners, who are on the ground and have started distributing warm food and canned goods to people affected by the disaster.
Support Syria – Türkiye Earthquake Response Efforts
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake, followed by multiple aftershocks and a second earthquake, has caused widespread destruction in southeast Türkiye and northern Syria with a growing death toll of over 15,000 people and many more injured or still missing amid the thousands of collapsed buildings. Harsh winter conditions have not only made search and rescue efforts more difficult, but have also made access to adequate shelter and aid more difficult for all those that have been internally displaced by the disaster. Presbyterian World Service & Development is responding to the situation quickly through partners at ACT Alliance.
The Rev. JoAnne Walter
The Rev. JoAnne Walter of Toronto, Ontario died January 30, 2023. Full obituary to follow when available.
The Rev. Dr. Everett James Briard
Funeral services for the Reverend Dr. Everett James Briard will be held on Monday, January 30, 2023. Everett died, surrounded by friends and family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, after a short stay in the hospital. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Lorna. Loving father [...]
Coming Out: An Upcoming Webinar on Guidance for Pastoral Care Providers
For LGBTQI2+ people, choosing to come out about their sexual orientation or gender identity within their church community can be a significant decision. This webinar on Wednesday, February 15, will equip ministers, elders, youth leaders and other pastoral care providers to respond well when members of their communities come out, and provide information about how to offer appropriate supports.
Open Call for Photos: Doors & Crossings
The national church is looking for photos of doors, entrances and gates to use on bulletin covers and showcase in the newspaper and the 2024 edition of the PCC Wall Calendar. We invite you to send us any images from the lives of the church’s ministries or people that represent crossings, meeting places and opportunities for renewal and change.
Register for Online Course on Lifelong Faith Formation
Join us for an online course, beginning January 2023, led by John Roberto, author of Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations, as we explore the essential elements for developing lifelong faith formation.
The Rev. Dr. Kálmán A. Göndöcz
Rev. Dr. Kálmán A. Göndöcz died at the age of 100 after a full and meaningful life. Kálmán was a loving husband of Ilona (née Paksy) Göndöcz from 1954 until her passing in 2003. Kálmán is survived by his caring son K. Ándras Göndöcz, and his devoted daughters Tünde Göndöcz [...]
Lent Liturgies for 2023
Lent liturgies for 2023 are now available from Presbyterian World Service & Development. As we prepare for this holy time of the year, let us remember that Lent is a time to respond to Christ’s call to serve those in need.