Greetings Siblings in Christ-
Do you realize how unique Savannah Presbytery is in that we provide programing such as Faith Enrichment Conferences, The School of the Laity and Summer Camps for faith development?
We have been blessed to be a blessing to the many adults, youth and children who have experienced the richness of these programs through the last many years. Over 350 participants have graduated from the full two-year School of the Laity program and hundreds of participants have attended both our Faith Enrichment Conferences- formerly known as the Leadership Development Conference- and our summer camps.
While these ministries are a wondrous gift, they are only so if we are intentional about promoting them to our congregations and encouraging our members, friends and neighbors to participate in them to reap their benefits!
This passage from the Gospel of Mark comes to mind: “He said to them, “Is a lamp brought in to be put under the bushel basket, or under the bed, and not on the lampstand?” (4:21)
Prayerfully consider who you might extend an invitation to or what program from which you, yourself, could benefit and get involved. Registrations for the School of the Laity and Summer Camp are open now. Spread the word by personal invitation, forwarding our monthly emails to your membership and friends and posting the events on your bulletin boards and church communications.
Let’s each do what we can to shine our lamp!
Peace,
Marty Susie
Director of Mission & Program Advancement
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Most of us have heard of the School of the Laity program but…
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That as a participant you will learn Biblical, theological, and denominational lessons from both professors and pastors that are geared for NEW learners? In addition, you will meet and build relationships with other learners who share the same desire to learn and strengthen their faith!
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A new small group (Class of 2025) is forming NOW to start the full SOL Program this June? Visit www.savannahprebytery.org for how to take part!
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You can attend classes in-person at Epworth-by-the-Sea or ONLINE via Zoom for convenience? Each session we have classrooms where both in-person and online folks participate together!
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There are “Elective Classes” offered each March & October? These are great opportunities for both NEW FOLKS to try out the School of the Laity and for SOL GRADUATES to return for additional learning- with no homework assignment!
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That people feeling called into ministry as a Commissioned Lay Pastor can take SOL courses to help meet some of their requirements? The Committee on Preparation for Ministry can help!
For more information on the upcoming classes
or to register visit our website.
For the New Cohort brochure (Class of 2025), click on the button below.
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The evaluation results from attendees of the 2023 Faith Enrichment Conference are in and are overwhelmingly positive and encouraging! With comments of “Thank you for an inspiring time!” and “Our bodies are full and our spirits are full- I feel we are motivated to go out” our Faith Enrichment Committee is excited to plan for our next conference taking place on Feb. 24-24, 2024.
For those who were unable to attend this year’s conference -
WE MISSED YOU!
We want to do everything in our power to share this transformative experience
with the widest audience possible and are
asking YOU to complete a brief survey
to share the obstacles that prevented your attendance.
Thank you for helping us!
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Holy Conversations Registration |
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Our first conversation will be based on a book study of What Kind of Christianity? A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church (by William Yoo) which we have selected as a Lenten read.
This gathering is just about a week away!
We ask participants to read the book and REGISTER FOR A ZOOM CONVERSATION (link below) to discuss what we’ve read on
Thursday, April 20th from 6:30-8 PM
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SUMMER CAMP 2023 Registration is OPEN! |
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Don't let the children you know (rising 2nd through 12th grade) miss:
Summer Camp
June 19th-23rd
at Camp Montgomery
This camp is AMAZING!
Check out the camp video from 2022 and the promo poster for all the details.
Share with your families, friends & neighbors!
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Congratulations Rev. Stephen Robertson |
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On Sunday, March 19th Reverend Stephen Robertson was installed as the pastor of
Butler Memorial Presbyterian Church.
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Journey to Scotland April 22-30, 2024! |
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Members and friends of
First Presbyterian Church,
St. Marys invite you to travel with them to explore the "high and holy" places of this land of rich Presbyterian heritage, Celtic spirituality, and natural beauty.
or call 912-674-0142
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District II Luncheon Fun! |
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The District 2 Fellowship Luncheon at Saltwater Fishery in Dublin was so much fun!
Pictured from L-R, John Ricks,Elaine Ricks, Katie Hogan, Ricky Porter, Barbara Riddle, Rick Douylliez, Cathy Douylliez, Cathy Belles, Connie McDaniel, Wayne McDaniel, Charles Lang
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M.K. Pentecost Ecology Fund Coordinator |
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Cathy Douylliez has been a member of First Presbyterian Church in St. Marys since 1995. She was ordained as an Elder in her home church of Green Cove Springs, FL in 1986. While in Saint Marys, she has served in Presbyterian Women, Stephen Ministry, Christian Education, and the Music Ministry. She enjoys sewing, quilting and riding bikes. Cathy recently retired from teaching and has been looking for something to do in her spare time. She is excited to serve as the Coordinator for the M. K. Pentecost Ecology Fund.
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Tuesday, May 16, 2023 @10 AM
Spring Stated Meeting of Savannah Presbytery (Hybrid)
Allenhurst Presbyterian Church
Hinesville, GA
Stay tuned for registration information!
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Come see Columbia Seminary! |
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You are invited to
Come See Columbia Seminary!
April 20, 2023
For almost two hundred years, Columbia Seminary has nurtured pastors and leaders for the Presbyterian Church and beyond. Come experience your seminary for a day!
This is a perfect outing for your older adult ministry group or PW Circle!
Come enjoy an inspiring worship service led by students, a workshop by Professor of Old Testament, Bill Brown, or sit in on Reformed Theology Class, then enjoy a delicious lunch where you will hear more about the faith journeys of this year’s Columbia Friendship Circle Scholarship recipients. After lunch, take a tour of Mission Haven, a ministry of the Presbyterian Women.
The only cost for this outstanding event is lunch ($15). Overnight accommodations are available on campus on a first-come first-served basis.
Savannah Presbytery has close ties to some of the speakers!
Bill Brown was our Faith Enrichment Conference Keynoter in 2020 and Martha Moore-Keish leads our Intro to Reformed Theology course at June’s School of the Laity!
Registration deadline is April 13th
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