Friday, August 28, 2015

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 28, 2015

PHILIPPINES - We stood at the edge of the sea, 92 delegates to the annual church conference gathering. It was pouring rain, and we were huddled under umbrellas. Our destination was the island of San Vicente, two hours across the stormy waters.

Our boat, an open outrigger with a tarp for a cover, had a capacity of 30 people. Given the stormy conditions, the limit was firm. Walking across the boat’s narrow gangway, I asked a council member: “Why are we doing this? ...

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