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  Mission Mosaic - Previous Issues (2001-2003)  
         
 

The Mission Mosaic is an update of responses by PDA in a magazine-style format. It is sent two times a year to all PC(USA) congregations and to individuals who have expressed an interest in our program either by their financial support or a specific request to be included on our mailing list.

Most past issues of the Mission Mosaic are available to download in pdf format.  You may also request a printed copy of an issue by sending an email to PDA or by calling (888) 728-7228 x5805. Please specify the dates of the Mission Mosaic you are requesting.

 
   
 
 

Front cover of fall 2004/winter 2005 Mosaic

 

Fall 2004/Winter 2005

The lead article in this issue is a reflection by Rick Ufford-Chase, Moderator of the 216th General Assembly (2004). Also featured are stories on Foods Resource Bank food security programs in Africa, interfaith dialog in Indonesia, rebuilding in Liberia, and others.

 
   
 
 

Front cover of the summer/fall 2004 issue

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Summer/Fall 2004

Sustaining the Soul that Serves
Ongoing response to September 11

The lead article in this issue tells the story of Project Renewal, a program in New York City helping teachers and school children who are still recovering from the attacks of September 11, 2001. Also included is a photo essay on the response to the Iran earthquake, work with Border Ministries in the United States, refugees in Moscow, and introduction to the new Church World Service kit for children — Hope-in-a-box.

 
   
 
 

Mission Mosaic cover Fall2003/Winter 2004 Liberian displaced man)

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Fall 2003/Winter 2004

Called to be Hospitable
Disaster response in Louisiana
following Tropical Storm Bill

The lead article in this issue tells the difference volunteer workteams make following a natural disaster. Also included is a photo essay on the crisis in Liberia.

 
         
 
 

Mission Mosaic cover Spring/Summer 2003 (Iraqi mother and child)

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Summer/Fall 2003

  • Iraq
    A web of support for humanitarian assistance.

The lead article gives initial PDA response to Iraqi people. Also in in this issue is an update on the rebuilding efforts in El Salvador.

 
         
 
 

Mission Mosaic cover Spring/Summer 2003 (WV volunteer workteam)

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Spring/Summer 2003

  • We Ain't Forgotten
    Response to West Virginia flooding

The lead article in this issue tells the experiences of a volunteer workteam helping the people of West Virginia rebuild after two consecutive years of flooding.

 
         
 
 

Mission Mosaic cover Fall/Winter 2002 (Malawi mother and child)

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Fall/Winter 2002

  • A Silent Crisis
    Disaster Assistance in Malawi

The lead article in this issue explains how the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) with our partner the Central Church of Africa, Presbyterian (CCAP) is working to help those most affected by the famine-like crisis in Malawi and Southern Africa.

 
         
 
  Mission Mosaic cover Summer/Fall 2001 (El Salvador earthquake)

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Summer/Fall 2001

  • El Salvador Earthquake

The lead article outlines PDA's response to the two earthquakes that struck El Salvador early in 2001. This issue also outlines PDA's initial response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

 
         
 
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