Newsletter
December / 19 / 2017
From Limping to Leaping
Blog Post by Rev. Dr. Craig Howard
Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy
Transitional Leader


Several years ago, the son of a friend fell off of his bike and somehow broke his ankle. As a result, he had to wear a cast for several weeks. After the cast was removed, a strange think happened. The little boy still walked with a limp. The ankle was perfectly healed. But the memory of the pain made him resist placing weight on the ankle. Even though he was perfectly healthy, the boy walked with a limp in fear of causing himself pain again. Please continue...
Our Presbytery - Our Work
Weekly Prayer Basket Update
  • Please pray for Peace in this world during Christmas and New Year.
Clerks of Session - It is time to report! Please watch your email and church mail for details. If you have any questions, please contact the Presbytery Stated Clerk, Rev. Joy Myers by email at [email protected] or by calling (314) 772-2395.
Rev. Joy Ridge Update
Rev. Ridge is now ordained and installed and serving the First Presbyterian Church of Soda Springs, Idaho. We are so thankful to be a part of Rev. Ridge's journey, and wish her all the best!
PC(USA)
Quick Connect
Parish Paper


Now Available
Host our History - Presbytery Wide
As the presbytery staff prepares to move into a smaller space, we must look at locations willing to host and care for historical items that are treasures of our presbytery. These items vary from communion sets to bound books; statuettes to stoneware; pictures to photographs. Can your church be in care of these precious gems? If you are willing to host items, we need to hear from you soon! Please email [email protected] to discuss what you might be interested in preserving for our presbytery.
FAITH365 Conference
Please note that the first Presbytery Gathering of 2018 will be hosted by the Webster Groves Presbyterian Church, on Saturday, February 24. This meeting will be part of the Faith365 Conference ( click here for details), featuring keynote speaker, Brian D. McLaren with the theme: "Moving Your Passion from Your Heart Into the World”
We hope to see you there!
DRAP Book Study Ongoing
Has your study been planned yet?
Is your church planning to study Waking up White , or have you completed it already? If your church is planning to be a part of this study, please let us know and we will add you to the list. Please email DRAP Moderator, Rev. John Harrison here . We look forward to hearing from you!
Churches Announcing Participation
  • Affton will read the book for its Sunday school in January
  • Webster Groves will read it this Spring
  • Second Presbyterian read the book together last year
  • LoveJoy United invited its members to read the book in 2016, and then hosted an online forum for discussion.
Upcoming Team Meetings @ Wednesday to Tuesday
(All Teams meet at the Presbytery Center, unless noted)
  Please Note:  December will be staff lite at the presbytery office as we catch up on vacation days that were not taken during our first year together. Be sure to call before stopping by. If you have a resource request, support needs, or questions during this time, please email [email protected] and your concern will be directed to and responded by a staff member within 48 hours.
     We will all be back together in the beginning of January.
        Craig Howard
This Week....
Thurs., Dec. 21
6 p.m. - Prep for Ministry at Ladue Chapel


Next Week:
Most Ministry Teams will recess this month. Please check with your moderator for details.
INFORMATION QUEST - GA#223
We are still gathering LCC information - Have you already sent in your church information? We need it as soon as possible.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Our Community Connected
Longest Night
Services


Many churches will hold Christ-mas Services for those who are hurting from loss or depression.
On the right, click on the church name for directions to their location.
"Blue" Christmas Services Held at



Is your church holding special services?
Let us know, by emailing: [email protected]
Educational Opportunities
Union Presbyterian Seminary
Spring/Summer Courses
 
We have a number of interesting and helpful workshops coming up in the next several months. Take a look at these offerings, and then give yourself the gift of education, connections, and hospitality and go to our website to register. Continue here to see what is available.
Ministry Postings
Permanent Nursery Attendant Needed
Saint Charles Presbyterian Church, St. Charles, MO, 131 Gamble Street, is seeking a permanent Sunday morning Nursery attendant. Times will be from 9:15 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. each Sunday. Inquires may be directed to Mary Kay Lyon or Margaret Osborn at [email protected].
Children’s Music Director
 
If you have a music appreciation background, love to teach, and enjoy working with children of all ages, then we have the perfect position for you. The Music Ministry of St Mark Presbyterian Church, Ballwin, MO is looking for a Children’s Music Director to work part-time providing musical selection and instruction to support the worship services and special church events. 
Days/Hours are somewhat flexible, but could total two days per week meeting two hours each time for approximately 39 weeks (Sept – May). If you are interested, please submit your resume or letter of interest to St Mark Presbyterian Church, 601 Claymont Drive, Ballwin, MO 63011, Attn: Personnel Committee, or email your resume to [email protected]
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