"You may recall a popular television series from recent years titled “MythBusters” that put popular fan theories and myths to the test using the scientific method. Well, I invite you to join me in a two-part myth-busting series where I’ll take common procedural “facts” straight to the pages of Robert’s Rules of Order to see how they hold up..."

Blog Post by:

Rev. Dr. Brandan Eddy

Presbytery Stated Clerk

If you need to set up a meeting for your team or would like information on a team you might be interested in joining, contact the presbytery office at 314.772.2395

Some Presbytery Teams and Work Groups will recess in July. Please check with your team moderator, or call the presbytery office if you are unsure of the meeting schedule

2025-2027 PC(USA) BOOK OF ORDERS

NOW AVAILABLE

The Presbytery will be placing a small bulk pre-order (for GLPby congregations) for bound copies of the 2025-2027 Book of Order soon.

THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ORDERS IS JULY 15, 2025

Please reserve your copy or inquired about the BoO by emailing Janice at jmcmillen@glpby.org with any questions or special requests.

Third Presbyterian Church Women's Ministry is hosting a Women's Retreat. To register for the R3 – Refresh, Replenish and Renew Retreat, which will take place on September 26^th and 27^th at the Pallontine Retreat Center located in Florissant (15270 Old Halls Ferry Rd), Missouri. TPC has reserved the entire facility, which offers spacious bedrooms, meditation rooms, a beautiful chapel, a solarium, walking trails, garden areas, an exercise room, a pool, and much more. This will be a time for fun, relaxation, and socialization while learning how God wants us as women to take care of our minds, bodies, and souls. This is an opportunity to invite your friends to join you.

The cost of the retreat is $150.00 and includes overnight accommodations, retreat materials, dinner on Friday night, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday, along with all the snacks you can eat. The following is a schedule of activities.

FEES ARE DUE BEFORE AUGUST 3rd

For Questions, please contact Ramona Williams

 @ 314-868-9600  Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm

The deadline to submit your honoree(s) is July 31, 2025.

The registration form may be accessed by clicking HERE.

Dynamic Leaders invites Giddings-Lovejoy congregations to recognize two outstanding members whose commitment to the church's ministry serves as an inspiration. One honoree will be at least 50 years old, and the other will be under 50 years old. If you do not have anyone in one of these categories, it is also ok to just nominate one great ministry servant. Celebrating the contributions of both older and younger church members is a fantastic way to build community and appreciate the diverse talents within our congregation. We will honor the recipients with a worship celebration followed by brunch.

The Office of Public Witness and the Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations is excited to announce and invite your partnership for our annual Jesus & Justice Young Adult Advocacy Conference.

The Jesus & Justice Advocacy Conference is an excellent opportunity for college students and seminarians who are passionate about advocacy to learn practical skills, connect with peers and mentors, and engage in faith-based justice work. This year’s conference will take place from September 26–28, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church in Lansing, MI. Registration is just $15, with many scholarships available to ensure accessibility for all.

You can find more information and register by visiting our conference webpage or by scanning the QR code on the graphic above. 

SAVE the DATE

ANNUAL CROP WALK - SEPTEMBER 28TH

Save the date and plan to participate in the 2025 St. Louis Metro CROP Hunger Walk -- Sunday, September 28 at Eden Theological Seminary at 475 Lockwood Ave., in Webster Groves. Check in/register at 1:30 pm and walk at 2:00. See the website below where you can find further details and where you can pre-register, create a team, and/or donate, starting now! www.crophungerwalk.org/saintlouismo

Because of cuts to the federal budget involving programs like USAID, the support of organizations like CROP/CWS is more important than ever. For ways that our funds make a difference in addressing hunger and poverty, see the CWS website, as follows: www.cwsglobal.org

If you have questions or suggestions, or if you need further information or materials, contact Clint McCann at cmccann@eden.edu or 314-619-0599.

CRAFTERS & VENDORS NEEDED

The New Horizons Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. We are looking for crafters and vendors to join us! For more information and/or to request an application, please call (314) 427-0841 or e-mail us at newhorizonspcusa@sbcglobal.net. Applications will be accepted beginning on July 1st, 2025. The Registration deadline is September 11th, 2025. New Horizons Presbyterian Church is located at 9424 Everman Ave. in Overland, Missouri.

Stewardship Kaleidoscope Conference 2025

September 22-24 in New Orleans

Register by June 30 for the Early Bird Rate: $360

First Call Pastor: $200

PCUSA Grants: The Presbytery Foundation has grants available. For more information, visit: Church Financial Leadership Grant Program

Contact Dynamic Leader Moderator, Rev. Rob Dyer at rdyer@firstunitedpres.org if you need additional grant support. 

Rev. Ryan Landino

Presbytery Leader

Currently on Leave.

Please reach out to Associate Presbytery Leader Rev. Liz Kanerva

Rev. Liz Kanerva

Associate

Presbytery Leader

ekanerva@glpby.org

314.779.6809

Rev. Dr. Brandan Eddy

Stated Clerk

beddy@glpby.org

618.781.9615

Janice McMillen, Communications Associate

email jmcmillen@glpby.org or call or text 573.578.3960

Presbytery Moderator - Rev. Dr. Dave Burgess

Presbytery Vice-Moderator - Elder, Barbara Abbett

Vision Team Moderator - Elder, Lorenzo Clayton