First Presbyterian Church - Houston - Votes to leave the Presbyterian Church USA

From: KUHF News

One of the largest Presbyterian churches in the country, located here in Houston, is voting this Sunday on whether or not to enter into a discussion of what its ultimate affiliation should be with its denomination — the Presbyterian Church USA
The long, brick church, First Presbyterian Church, Houston, sits in the heart of the museum district. It's a historic church with around 3,600 members. Senior Pastor Jim Birchfield says one reason the church is considering having a larger conversation is a theological drift between his church's mission and the larger body.

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Church Security in Mississippi Strikes Balance

Note: An inter-city church faces different challenges with physical security. This security upgrade at a church in Mississippi is a great example of simple changes that can make a big difference.

From: dJournal.com

To gain entrance to the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Tupelo, visitors must approach the door beside the chapel.

There they will find a brushed steel call box, mounted with a speaker and a video, that may look out of place against the church’s castle-like architecture. Through the call box, the visitor is able to call the church office to disengage the electronic lock and allow them inside.

“We want to keep the church safe, the same way as a household,”

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