Since August 2017, the Reverend T.J. Malinoski has written a column examining the Confession of Faith for Cumberland Presbyterians in the Cumberland Presbyterian Magazine. It has appeared almost monthly ever since. We present it here for your enjoyment and edification. This posting was made from T.J.’s manuscript and may not contain editorial changes or formatting […]

The Reverend Shelia O’Mara’s “Moderator’s Musings” appears monthly in the print edition of the Cumberland Presbyterian Magazine. Sadly, no installment appeared in the March 2020 issue. Probably, this was entirely the fault of the magazine not the moderator. We present her column here with our apologies. My husband and I worship at the Dyersburg, Tennessee, […]

“Where Are You Hiding, God?” This is a question that all ages ask when going through difficult times. This book reminds us that God is always very near. There is a suggested activity for families to do together after the reading of the book. 

The Board of Stewardship Foundation and Benefits seeks a person who has a desire to serve the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He or she would be a person who oversees the benefit programs and supports the other work of the Board of Stewardship, Foundation and Benefits. The person would need to be a self-starter and a […]

Stewardship becomes the way of living for Christians. Steadfastness is our key word because good stewards maintain a steady and lasting course. This is one difference between fund-raising and Christian giving. Modern institutions raise much money through the emotions of a fund-raising campaign, but the continued support depends on the steadfastness of Christian giving continuously. […]

Focus Pay attention to the tension in your body. Let go of it and any expectations to do anything, but God’s will today. Prepare yourself to hear God’s word. Read Exodus 13:3-10 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Moses said to the people, “Remember this day on which you came out of Egypt, out of the […]