by Ilse van Wijk | Aug 21, 2026 | E-Newsletter, Home Page, News
Which comes first, wisdom or desire? The August 13-15 retreat brought together students in Presbyterian campus ministries from across the country under an overarching theme of servant leadership. Dr. Christine Roy Yoder challenged Presbyterian college students to...
by Ilse van Wijk | Aug 19, 2026 | E-Newsletter, Home Page, News
That was the central question at the inaugural UKirk Leadership Retreat last week, where student leaders gathered to prepare for ministry on campus and beyond! Check out the full story on the PC(USA) news page to learn how these incredible students are being equipped...
by Ilse van Wijk | Aug 18, 2026 | E-Newsletter, Home Page, News
Our church is full of faithful leaders making a difference behind the scenes. Whether they are a lifelong elder, a creative youth leader, or a quiet volunteer, we want to celebrate them! Who is changing lives in your congregation, neighborhood, or presbytery? Share...
by Ilse van Wijk | Aug 12, 2026 | E-Newsletter, Home Page, News
What happens when a historic 30,000-square-foot church building outgrows its congregation? Over in Columbus, Ohio, Indianola Presbyterian Church is facing this exact challenge head-on. Instead of letting deferred maintenance drain their resources, they are creatively...
by Ilse van Wijk | Aug 11, 2026 | E-Newsletter, Home Page, News
Belonging, Becoming, Beloved: Stories of Faith and Abundance Learn more about UKirk’s Ministry and listen to the BelongingBecomingBeloved podcast with Executive Director Gini Norris-Lane, Sean Chow and Frances Lin. For the full episode on...
by Ukirk International | Aug 5, 2026 | E-Newsletter, Home Page, News
It’s that time of year, isn’t it? The start of another academic year! I’ve spoken with parents who are trying to help their soon-to-be freshman pack and plan, with seniors who are excited (and nervous) to finally be done with school, and with many...
