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: August 19, 2014

PHILIPPINES - John Lumapay passed the Board of Nursing licensure exam two years ago and was expected by family to begin practicing, preferably in the United States or Europe, where many Filipino nurses go. But something beckoned her to stay and respond to a deeper call.

In 2005, at age 16, John was one of 30 young people to participate in an educational-theater workshop in Dumaguete City, Philippines, that addressed the sexual trafficking of children. After giving a public performance on the issue, the group met and enthusiastically decided that they wanted to use theater to do more for children and youth. This pivotal meeting led to the formation of the Youth Advocates Through Theater Arts (YATTA) ...

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