First Presbyterian Church
A Holocaust exhibit seemed harmless. With the war in Gaza, it’s come under scrutiny.
By Yonat Shimron — March 18, 2024
DURHAM (RNS) — The US Holocaust Memorial Museum exhibit, 'Some Were Neighbors,' has been traveling across the country for the past two years. A coalition of Durham residents say it presents a narrow view of genocide.
Chicago pastors help the city grapple with flood of migrants
By Rebekah Barber — January 17, 2024
(RNS) — ‘There’s already plenty of need present in this community,’ said one faith leader. The challenge is to make the situation work for both longtime residents and migrants arriving from the border.
Meet the pastor behind that ‘quitting the church’ essay
By Bob Smietana — September 11, 2023
(RNS) — A pastor's last thoughts on leaving the ministry sparked a national conversation about clergy health and the future of the church.
Masks keep churches from being superspreaders. But they make sermons tough
By Bob Smietana — October 16, 2020
(RNS) — Preachers have had to adapt quickly during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, as they adjust to masked congregations, they must learn new ways of reading the room and connecting with congregants during sermons.
Holy Week music sets a high bar, but one church rises to the challenge
By Mary Beth McCauley — April 16, 2014
PHILADELPHIA (RNS) The great trove of Holy Week music is firmly rooted in church, and on Good Friday, First Presbyterian Church is bringing Bach back to his roots, presenting his "St. John Passion" as he did -- not as performance but as prayer.
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