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- 1Presbyterian Co-Moderators Launch Online Series on Politics and Faith▼PC(USA) Co-Moderators offer church-wide online series on politics and public witness
The Co-Moderators of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) are hosting a church-wide online series exploring politics and public witness. The series aims to help members think through how their faith informs civic engagement and public life. It comes as many denominations grapple with how to address divisive political issues among congregations across the country.
- 2Wrightsel Music Hall's origins as a downtown Columbus church▼CAPA’s Wrightsel Music Hall was once Central Presbyterian Church
The Capitol Theatre's Wrightsel Music Hall in downtown Columbus, home of the CAPA performing arts organisation, began life as Central Presbyterian Church. The Columbus Dispatch revisits the building's history, tracing how a nineteenth-century house of worship became one of the city's cultural venues, with readers reflecting on the preservation of historic downtown architecture.
- 3Bethlehem's First Presbyterian Church to sell main building at auction▼Bethlehem’s First Presbyterian Church to sell main building, will auction off accessories
First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem will sell its main building and auction off its accessories, according to The Morning Call. The move marks a significant turning point for the congregation, though the reasons for the sale and the church's future plans have not been detailed in early coverage.
- 4First Presbyterian Church marks 175 years with community celebration▼175 years of faith: First Presbyterian Church invites community to celebrate
First Presbyterian Church is inviting the wider community to join celebrations marking its 175th anniversary. The milestone highlights the congregation's long history of faith in the area, and organizers are encouraging local residents to take part in the festivities commemorating nearly two centuries of worship and service.
- 5Bethlehem's First Presbyterian Church to Redevelop Campus, Auction Items●Bethlehem’s First Presbyterian Church to redevelop campus, auction off accessories
Bethlehem's First Presbyterian Church is planning a redevelopment of its campus and will auction off interior accessories and furnishings ahead of the work. The Morning Call reported the plan, which marks a significant change for the long-standing congregation's property. Details on the scope of the redevelopment and the auction date were not included in the available report.
- 6Presbyterian Outlook asks where the young people went▼You have youth. They just aren’t in your pews.
The Presbyterian Outlook is examining the decline of young people in church pews, arguing that congregations may still have youth in their communities but not in their worship services. The piece frames the generational absence as a core challenge for mainline congregations and a prompt for churches to rethink how they reach and retain younger members.
- 7Presbyterian Church USA speaks of working toward a blessed tomorrow▼Working toward a blessed tomorrow
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has published a message under the banner 'Working toward a blessed tomorrow', framing its current efforts as hopeful preparation for the future. The statement carries an encouraging religious tone, though no specific programmes, events or decisions are attached to it in the available information.
- 8Harrisburg Presbyterian church marks century of Gothic sanctuary▼Century of Sanctuary: This Harrisburg Presbyterian church got a Gothic revamp 100 years back. Today, the architecture still inspires.
A Presbyterian church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is marking 100 years since its Gothic-style renovation transformed its sanctuary. A local feature recounts how the revamp, completed a century ago, reshaped the building's architecture with the pointed arches, stonework and craftsmanship typical of Gothic revival design, and argues the space continues to inspire worshippers and visitors. The anniversary has drawn attention to the church's history and its place in the city's architectural heritage.
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The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is framing gun violence prevention as a collective effort, arguing that reducing firearm deaths requires involvement from congregations, communities, and policymakers rather than any single group. The message reflects a faith-based push to mobilize church members around advocacy and community action on gun violence.
- 10Haverhill Presbyterians Complete Property Sale▼Haverhill Presbyterians Complete Sale; Say Proceeds Offer Local Benefits
The Presbyterian congregation in Haverhill has completed the sale of its property, with church leaders saying the proceeds will be used to benefit the local community. Details of the buyer and sale price have not been disclosed. Members say the funds will support local initiatives going forward.
- 11Kelseyville Presbyterian Church schedules fall rummage sale for early October▼Kelseyville Presbyterian Church plans fall rummage sale Oct. 2 and 3
Kelseyville Presbyterian Church in Lake County, California, is holding its fall rummage sale on October 2 and 3. The annual event draws local bargain hunters and raises funds for the congregation's community activities. Residents in the area are being alerted to the dates as the church prepares donated goods for sale.
- 12Glen Cove's First Presbyterian Church Granted Landmark Status▼Historic First Presbyterian Church in Glen Cove, built in 1906, awarded landmark status
The First Presbyterian Church in Glen Cove, New York, a house of worship built in 1906, has been formally awarded landmark status. The designation recognizes the building's historic and architectural significance to the community and will help protect it from alteration or demolition. Local officials and preservation advocates welcomed the decision for the century-old church.