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From left, Rev. Craig Howard, Mayor Hal Patton, and Rev. John Hembruch
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Phone: (314) 772-2395 ext.110
Office: 2236 Tower Grove Ave
St. Louis, MO 63110
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Interwoven Roots
by Rev. Dr. Craig Howard Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy Transitional Leader
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I spent Sunday with the Edwardsville, First Presbyterian church family as they broke ground for their new church building. As the crowd huddled together on this bright sunny and windy day, the excitement bubbled over into spontaneous applause and expressions of joy throughout. The congregation has been meeting in a school the past several weeks as part of their transition from their 133-year-old former structure. Even moving to a new church building can be a mix of joy and sadness. One member of 45 years shared how she is still adjusting as she is releasing her memories and history from the old, while accepting with anticipation the new.
Continue to read more...
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Our Presbytery - Our Work
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This week's prayer basket...
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Please continue to pray for those who are cleaning up following the devastating spring flood, especially those in
the hardest hit areas of Doniphan, Pacific, Poplar Bluff and Perryville.
We also pray for other congregations who suffered loss within the Union and Washington areas. We are at the beginning of a long cleaning and repairing process.
Add prayer slip to our basket here.
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(all meetings are held at the presbytery office - unless noted)
Thurs., May 11
5 p.m. - Congregational Vibrancy Team
Tues., May 16
1 p.m. - Mission & Outreach Team
Thurs., May 18
9:30 a.m. - History Team
10 a.m. - Congregational Vibrancy Team
1 p.m. - Social Witness Action Team
4 p.m. - Vision Team
Mon., May 22
2 p.m. - Dismantling Racism and Privilege (Ladue Chapel)
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This Thursday...Give StL - Give to UKirk
UKirk is made possible by the generosity of the Presbytery, of congregations, and of individuals like YOU. Our annual activities budget is $20,865. Your giving makes the many aspects of our ministry possible - from weekly worship to the College Conference in Montreat, from small group Bible studies on campus to fall and spring break service retreats.
Hear from these students what UKirk means to them.
At the end of our second academic year, will you give in celebration of the ways God is moving through this ministry?
Give StL Day is next Thursday, May 11. Set up your donation today, or mark your calendars to give this week!
https://www.givestlday.org/ukirkstl
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Volunteers Needed
Giddings-Lovejoy Presbytery and its member congregations have been asked to provide volunteers to help with everything from onsite registration to golf cart shuttle drivers.
This is an incredible opportunity for us to extend the hand of fellowship to our brothers and sisters from across the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). As a token of our gratitude you're invited to attend Big Tent activities at no additional cost for the same day of your service. If you are interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities please visit www.pcusa.org/bigtent.
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History Team - Historical Highlight
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First Presbyterian Church St. Louis
(University City)
Reverend Alexander Van Court, an early pastor of Central (First) Presbyterian Church in St. Louis, is buried in Bellefontaine Cemetery. He died in the great cholera epidemic of 1849. An image of the church is on his marker, which is in the form of an obelisk. Reverend Van Court is buried in a chamber beneath the obelisk.
First Presbyterian, organized by Salmon Giddings in 1817, is the oldest Protestant congregation in continuous service west of the Mississippi River. Famous abolitionist martyr, Elijah Lovejoy, joined the church in 1827. During the Civil War, Reverend Henry Nelson took an anti-slavery stance from the pulpit, causing several slave owning families to quit the church.
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Engaging in Faith, Love & Fellowship
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Love is the Bridge An evening of poetry, music, story-telling, and conversation.
Ladue Chapel, located at 9450 Clayton Road, Saint Louis, Missouri welcomes all for this free event on Tuesday, May 16, at 7 p.m. Click here for more details.
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60th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
During our 60th year of ministry and mission, Westminster seeks to blessing our neighborhood and community. Join us at
Westminster Presbyterian Church, located at
1419 N 17th Street, Belleville, Illinois, on
Saturday, May 27, for a
Historical tour of Belleville and "Family Reunion" fun fair, and on
Sunday, May 28, at
10:15 a.m. for a Morning Worship Service, 12 p.m. for our Anniversary Luncheon, and then at 3 p.m. for a 60th Anniversary Worship Service.
Click here or more details
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Joining Hands - Dinner Meeting Planned
Presbytery Center on
Tuesday, May 16. We will begin at 6 p.m. with a potluck dinner. Please bring your favorite dish!
The program will begin at
6:30 p.m.
and will include,
greetings from our Transitional Presbytery Leader, Craig Howard,
news from Ecumenical Advocacy Days and the Climate Change March in Washington with reports from Ellie and Carleton Stock , as they attended both events and will report from their experiences, and
updates on LaOroya and Partners for Just Trade.
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Educational Opportunities Available
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Gift of Voice - Pastor Resource Day
Gift of Voice holds Pastor Resource Day on Wednesday, July 19th.
One of the greatest contributing factors to spiritual and physical death is a lack of knowledge, insight and open dialog about mental health recovery. Churches, including leadership, are not exempt from mental health challenges. This unique forum focuses on personal wellness, community collaboration and making an eternal difference. In addition to our phenomenal keynote speakers, topics include Healthy Leadership, Suicide Prevention, Integrated Healthcare, Trauma-Informed Ministry and Christ-Centered Advocacy. For more information and to register continue here.
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Missouri Interfaith Power & Light
Missouri IPL seeks to illuminate global warming as a social justice concern; the poorest among us will be the ones most affected by the climate-induced heat waves, floods, famines, and droughts.
In promoting Missouri’s interfaith community, we recognize that every major faith tradition relates an ethical and moral framework for stewardship of the environment and acceptance of our responsibility to care for the earth. We can all share in the protection of the planet for our children and future generations.
Please continue to read here.
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The First Presbyterian Church of Ferguson is seeking a part-time Youth Coordinator. This position would also require participation in a summer High School Mission Trip. For more information continue here.
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Children’s Ministry Assistant
First Presbyterian, Kirkwood is seeking a
Children’s Ministry Assistant will work closely with the Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries, the Director of Music Ministries, the Children and Family Committee of Session, volunteers, and staff to facilitate the faith formation of the children of the First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood, MO. The Children’s Ministry Assistant will be supervised by the Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries. Continue to read more about the position. To apply contact, [email protected]
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Church Business Administrator
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Seeking Music Associate
First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood is searching for a part time (20 hours per week) music associate/assistant organist. This individual will conduct two bell choirs, accompany the Chancel Choir, and assist the Director of Music Ministries with administrative duties. For more information please contact Bill Stein at
[email protected]
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Choral Call - Seeking Your Voice
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