Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. How often have you wondered, where are the young adults in the PC(USA)? Wonder no longer. The 2014 Presbyterian Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is devoted to the theme of young adults in the church. Its stories, many told by young adults, lift up how Presbyterians of all ages are engaging and joining with Presbyterian young adults in reforming the church for Christ’s mission.

Today in the Mission Yearbook: April 16, 2014


PRESBYTERY OF OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON - It’s a new day in Olympia Presbytery. When beloved general presbyter Rev. Lynn Longfield stepped down after 16 years at the end of 2012, the presbytery set about reimagining its future. Under Rev. Longfield’s leadership a futures task force had developed a mission statement and a plan. To help implement that plan, Rev. Dr. Keith Tanis was brought on board as transitional executive presbyter. He has established two cohorts of congregations to begin a journey toward missional transformation. He also is coaching the pastors of these congregations in missional leadership

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