Thursday, May 19, 2016

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: May 19, 2016

LACKAWANNA PRESBYTERY, PENNSYLVANIA - After First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston, Pennsylvania, lost its building in Susquehanna River flooding of 2011, pastor Jim Thyren spoke often to his congregation about maintaining hope while wandering in the wilderness.

Even when the cleanup volunteers were gone and the congregation found a temporary home at a nearby Catholic church, the memories and mourning sapped the energy of some of the most hopeful members, and valiant attempts at continuing their familiar ministry were sometimes halfhearted ...

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