E-Newsletter
June/20 / 2017

Praying

Blog Post by Rev. Craig Howard

   

  A good friend, my best friend, found himself and his family in a bit of trouble. He asked if I would pray for him. I was so touched by the circumstance I prayed and prayed hard. I’m not talking about him being “in my thoughts and prayers,” I’m talking about old fashioned get-down-on-my-knees, petition the throne of God, and resist the devil praying! I went back to my Pentecostal roots and called upon the name of the Lord like I haven’t done in a while. 

   I received a call yesterday from my friend. The worst has come upon him and his family. My prayers did not stop the  

Our Presbytery - Our Work
    This week's prayer basket...
  Please pray for the leadership of congregations, ministry teams, the presbytery, and the Office of the General Assembly. Their hard and dedicated work requires energy and strength.
    Click here to add a prayer slip to our basket. 
Ministry Team Meetings
(all meetings are held at the presbytery office - unless noted)
Mon., Jun. 26
2 p.m. Dismantling Racism & Privilege (Ladue Chapel)
Please note, many teams will recess in July.
   2-Minute Presbytery  Church Highlight 
  Join us as we celebrate the mission and ministry of First Presbyterian Church of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. Recently celebrating 115 years of service, they are moving into the future with excitement and focus. Hear their story   
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Opportunities for Growth
BIG TENT DEADLINE APPROACHES
Have you registered to yet? Click on the logo to the right. Online Registration ENDS June 23rd
Volunteers still needed - This will be St. Louis’ time to

Worried about your children
while at Big Tent? - Don't be! 

   Children and youth attending Big Tent 2017 get to enjoy a camp experience in a local setting that will nurture them spiritually and physically during four session times. Staff from Mound Ridge Retreat and Mission Center – a Ministry Partner of the Giddings-Lovejoy Presbytery – will engage the kids in community-building challenges to help them learn to work together and live as Christians. They’ll have opportunities to use Washington University’s facilities and playgrounds for ballgames, water games and other outdoor activities. The kids can explore their creativity through art, music, and Bible stories. There’ll be time for rest, books, and movies too.

   At meal times and worship, the children will re-join their parents/guardians. For more information on fees and how to register, click here. 

St. Louis History, Past and Present
Comes from the Presbyterian Historical Society and
the National Archives of the PC(USA)
     
      As Presbyterians around the country prepare to gather in St. Louis for Big Tent next month, the “Hands & Feet"  initiative provides an opportunity for Presbyterians to witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ at the local level. Presbyterians in St. Louis have been engaged in serving Christ and their community for over 200 years. Here are some stories about historic.
   Calendar's, calendar's, we have your Presbyterian Planning Calendar!  This year's calendar is now available at the presbytery office for $8.50, each. 
   Please stop in Monday -Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and pick up your copy! Email Leigh if you have questions or want to reserve a calendar at lporter@glpby.org
UKirk Summer Session

    UKirk feeds students, both physically as well as spiritually. If you like to cook, support our ministry by signing up here to bring a meal.

Engaging in Faith, Love & Fellowship

PRE-Big Tent Event

25th Anniversary Celebration and Dinner

   On Wednesday, July 5, from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. the Presbyterian Association on Science, Technology and the Christian Faith will celebrate 25 years.

   The event will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, located at 6800 Washington Ave., St. Louis, 63130.

   One of the Featured Speakers is Rev. Elinor Stock, Minister of Word and Sacrament. She will present: A Declaration of Interdependence (of frolicking foxes and fireflies; of flowers and fossils and finiteness; of facts and figures and flights of fantasy; of frogs and fractals, of fruits and friends and family, of faith and force fields, of fright, flight and fight, of fragility, freedom and forgiveness)”

   The other speakers include Dr. R. Lynn Bondurant, former director of NASA Office of Education Programs, and Rev. Dr. James B. Miller, PASTCF President.

   This event is free and open to the public with the exception of dinner.  There is a reservation fee of $20 payable at the dinner.  Please make your dinner reservation no later than Friday, July 1st at 843-566-2909 or email  jmiller1776@gmail.com.

Save the Date for the Blessing Belleville Banquet

   Ally Dyer, sometimes better known as Pastor Rob Dyer's daughter is a 16 years old and is going into her junior year of high school.  Through the church, and opportunities like the Triennium Presbyterian youth conference, she has found her faith has grown stronger and led her to feel called into leadership and action in service.

   She currently organizing the second annual Blessing Belleville Banquet, and she would love to invite you to attend!  All profits from this banquet will go to support Beacon Ministries, Caritas Family Solutions, and Project Compassion.  All three local charities do so much in our community to help families and children in crisis.  Last year this event was able to raise almost $7000 to bring real blessings to our community.  This years event will take place on August 12 at 6 p.m.  Please click here for more information.

Presbyterian Pride 

   The members of First, Second and Trinity Presbyterian churches of St. Louis welcome all to join them on Sunday, June 25th in their annual participation in the St. Louis Pride Parade, which begins at noon.

  For more information, please contact Rev. Susan Andrews, Interim Pastor at Second Presbyterian Church at ipastor2pc@secondchurch.net, or Shirlie Canup, Chair of 2PC Evangelism Mission Team at Shirlie.canup@gmail.com.

             Celebrating America's Music

                      A Patriotic Concert

   The Chancel Choir and Instrumentalists of Dardenne Presbyterian Church along with guest musicians from our community, will present a concert on Sunday, June 25 at 3:00 p.m. in the Christian Life Center of Dardenne Presbyterian Church, located at 7400 South Outer 364, Dardenne Prairie.  

   Please come and enjoy the 34 member concert band play patriotic favorites such as "Stars and Stripes Forever" and "American Salute" and hear the 43 voice choir sing selections including "God Bless America" and "Salute to the Armed Forces."  Light refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the concert.  This is a free event, so all are welcome to join us!

Ministry Postings
  Seeking Organist

    Affton Presbyterian is looking for an organist. Worship is at 10 a.m. every Sunday. If you are interested, please contact Rev. John Harrison at 404-861-0848, or email your inquiry or interest to afftonpastor@gmail.com.  

Food Pantry Needs Volunteers

   Winger Food Pantry is looking for volunteers to help on Wednesdays: one shift would run from 11:00am-1:00pm and involve processing Operation Food Search items; the other shift would involve helping clients carry bags from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Please contact Stacey Carman at  carmans@swbell.net for more information. Winger Food Pantry is located at Trinity Presbyterian Church, located at 6800 Washington Avenue, University City, MO 63130.
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. The position description can be found here. If interested please email, rmonroe@kirkwoodpres.org