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Aging. Does that word create an ache in your knee or a song in your soul? Maybe both?
Granted, aging often means a weakening body—a new ache or cloudier vision. But aging can also have a way of strengthening our spirits. Each day on earth, we've had an opportunity to build our relationship with God, ur families and friends and the world around us; to find our strengths and passions; to overcome challenges. So while our bodies may be slowing down, our spirits remain lively, engaged.
And that spirited engagement with the world is certainly true of Presbyterian women. This issue highlights how Presbyterian women (just like you) are embracing the grace of aging—the opportunity to live out their faith and passions in loving community.
Horizons is the magazine of Presbyterian Women. It is planned and designed for individuals and PW circles, newcomers and longtime participants in the organization. You'll notice resources are scattered throughout the magazine—in sidebars, boxes and sometimes entire articles—because Presbyterian Women is made up of leaders, both current leaders and women with leadership potential. Participants in Presbyterian Women are also active—in their congregation, community and world—so we work to include ways you can respond to what you read in Horizons.
The purpose of Horizons magazine is the same as the purpose of our publisher, Presbyterian Women:
Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit we commit ourselves:
- to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study
- to support the mission of the church worldwide
- to work for justice and peace
- to build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God's kingdom
In Our Next Issue
January/February 2012
The 2011 Global Exchange to India
Susan Jackson Dowd provides an overview of the places, projects and issues on which 30 Presbyterian women focused during the 2011 Global Exchange to India.
Sushma Ramswami and Margaret Shafer describe religion in India—how Christianity fits into a mulreligious and multilingual society, and the unique role and tradition of Presbyterian churches.
Neerja Prasad highlights the historical and societal forces that lead to the oppression of Indian women and the ways that the church and government are working for equality for women.
Karuna Roy shares the stories of women trapped in human trafficking (one of India's most pressing issues) and the social programs that work to free them.
The recipients of the 2012 Birthday Offering are announced.
And much more!
Current Issue
NOV/DEC 2011
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