Tag Archives: PNews

PNews 3/14/24

March 14, 2024 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

A Lens of Grace One of the true gifts that we have, as a community called to be covenant relationship, is an opportunity to learn from one another as we seek to support one another in the work that God …


PNews 3/7/24

March 7, 2024 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

General Minister Search Update The General Minister Special Nominating Committee affirmed their commitment to the Presbytery’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy. The committee received and reviewed the written responses to their initial questions from the current pool of candidates. From among …


PNews 2/15/24

February 15, 2024 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

“I Don’t See Color” It is common to hear people who look like me and share a European heritage say things like “I don’t see color.” This, for the most part, is well-intentioned but usually misses the point. Fundamental to …


PNews 1/11/24

January 11, 2024 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Women Clergy Renewal Day Pittsburgh Presbytery invites our women clergy members to join us for fellowship time with laughter and discussion for everyone to reconnect. Lunch will be included. Rev. Ellen Campbell Gardner will share a message: “Hearing Jesus call our …


PNews 12/14/23

December 14, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Leave Your Umbrella at Home: An Advent Shouting Match and the Faithfulness of God In this week’s letter, Rev. Austin Shelley shares with us her sermon in written form that was delivered at the December presbytery meeting. In Leave Your …


PNews 11/30/23

November 30, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

December Letter to the Presbytery from the Stated Clerk This week’s letter from our Stated Clerk, Carla Campbell, gives us a preview of what to expect at our December Presbytery meeting. We look forward to meeting at Union Presbyterian Church …


PNews 11/9/23

November 9, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Cultivating Trust Trust doesn’t mean believing that everything will go smoothly. Instead, it’s knowing that if/when an issue arises, the person can handle it appropriately. In short, trusting someone is believing that in everything they do, they will embody in their …


PNews 10/26/23

October 26, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

A Call to Prayer on the Fifth Anniversary of the Tree of Life Massacre This past Sunday, 20 representatives from a variety of faith traditions, gathered along with over a hundred worshipers at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Oakland. The service …


PNews 10/19/23

October 19, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Announcing Repair and Reconciliation Alliance Members On May 2, 2023, the Pittsburgh Presbytery created the Repair and Reconciliation Alliance to thoroughly review the historical experiences of our congregations with African American congregants and staff, and offer recommendations on actions of …


PNews 10/5/23

October 5, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Nevertheless The word “nevertheless” is often a transitional word – in which challenging and difficult realities are named, identified, and followed by a statement of steadfast commitment. If we believe in God of Easter, we must acknowledge the reality of …


PNews 9/28/23

September 28, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Today’s Presbytery Meeting We are delighted to be able to meet at Crestfield Camp and Conference Center to worship together, to do our business, and to enjoy times of fellowship in the beauty of God’s creation. We hope that you …


PNews 9/21/23

September 21, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

A Shared Vision that Unites Us? Last Tuesday, the Executive Committee approved a new purpose and strategy statement for Pittsburgh Presbytery. That, in and of itself, isn’t remarkable. But, in this week’s article, Brian shared why it wasn’t at all what he …


PNews 9/17/23

September 14, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

A Place to Not Be Okay In this week’s article, A Place to Not Be Okay, Rev. Brian Wallace talks about advice he received a few years into his first call: You need a place where you can not be …


PNews 9/7/23

September 7, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Church Safety Training: Registration is Open! An exciting opportunity is coming in October! Presbyterian Disaster Assistance will be coming to Pittsburgh on October 28 at Bethany Presbyterian Church, to lead a course on Church Safety and Security Training. The course …


PNews 8/31/23

August 31, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

August Transition Update As September approaches, we are officially eight months into our leadership transition. This week, Rev. Brian Wallace updates you on the leadership transition progress and some other matters in the life of the Presbytery. In this update you’ll find …