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: September 3, 2014

ABINGDON PRESBYTERY, VIRGINIA - “We used to do that” and “That’s nice; you should do that” were some of the responses given amid conversation about a presbytery-wide mission trip. So, two small-town pastors jumped in headfirst.

They decided on New York City, an exotic locale for folks from southwestern Virginia, and made sure to schedule in plenty of fun: a Broadway play, a Statue of Liberty visit, transportation on Amtrak, and hot dogs from a street vendor. Their plan was a classic bait and switch: draw them with fun, knowing that the mission work would overshadow tourist attractions once they were ther ...

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