Saturday, March 21, 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: March 21, 2015


GRACE PRESBYTERY, TEXAS - Crossroads Presbyterian Church in Blue Ridge wanted to learn the needs of its community and see if it could meet some of them. Looking first at nearby school districts, the congregation soon realized that a large percentage of children in the four-county area were receiving free or reduced lunches.

“We were astounded,” says Crossroads member Flo Vance, “Some school districts provide lunches and breakfast because of the high number of students who are eligible.” Crossroads concluded that parents of eligible students were no doubt struggling to put food on the table ...

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