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: January 2, 2015

PRESBYTERY OF DENVER, COLORADO - Be good, be well, be beautiful.” So translates the Shona word nakai. A task force of four ministers and elders in the Presbytery of Denver selected this word for its ministry to Zimbabwean women living with breast cancer. In 2013, Rev. Kim Graber visited Zimbabwe and heard four desperate stories of women with cancer. She learned that early diagnostic tools, education, and treatment options were lacking. Breast cancer is sometimes linked to witchcraft, and medical treatment is avoided. Nakai’s compassionate disciples therefore investigate ways to introduce culturally sensitive education about breast cancer diagnoses and treatment ...

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