The staff of Barbour Library at Pittsburgh Seminary recently hosted two events regarding the future of theological libraries. First up was an event for Board members and supporters to learn about the upcoming (and very exciting!) renovations in the library. We began with a reception in the library lobby. After some time for eating and mingling, we took the…
Church Plants and Weekly Communion
Review of Ronald P. Byars, Come and See: Presbyterian Congregations Celebrating Weekly Communion This book review can also be read in the Nov. 10, 2014, issue of The Presbyterian Outlook (Vol. 196, No. 23). Ronald Byars believes passionately in weekly communion. For him, nothing is more important to the life of the church today,…
Church Planting and Fresh Expressions: What Kind of Service Comes First?
On Nov. 14, 2014, pastors and lay-leaders came from all around our region to Pittsburgh Theological Seminary to attend a Fresh Expressions Vision Day. Having originated in the Church of England ten years ago, Fresh Expressions is a movement which encourages the formation of new Christian communities that connect with our changing culture. Though they…