JOINING HANDS MEETS TONIGHT

6:00 PM ON ZOOM

We will meet on Zoom. 

• Here is the link: CLICK HERE
• If using a Zoom App, use the Meeting ID 8401 635 8336
• Meeting ID: Passcode: 532134 (If you need it.)

Jed will have a very important update from Peru. The reorganization of the Presbyterian Mission has been completed. As of March 25, both Jed and Jenny will have titles as International Ecumenical Liasons.  They will continue to live in Lima. Jenny will continue to work with YAVs. Jed will no longer work directly with PHP and JH. Jed will help us understand all this and discuss the future of JH.

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

FEATURED OPENING OF THE WEEK:



Transitional/Interim Pastor

Steelville Presbyterian Church

Steelville Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time transitional/interim pastor to lead worship, perform the sacraments (communion, baptisms, weddings, funerals), moderate Session, and help us through the mission study process.

Details can be found at https://clc.pcusa.org/mdp/12322/view/.

Contact Caroline Viehman, Clerk of Session carolineviehman@me.com

Dr. Sarah Holt, First Presbyterian Church - Cape Girardeau

Selected and Served as PC(USA) Delegate to the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations

Sarah Holt, PhD, member of First Presbyterian Church of Cape Girardeau, Missouri and Moderator of the Presbytery Personnel, applied and was selected as a PC(USA) delegate to the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) held at the United Nations in New York City. The global conference, understanding that there are gender dimensions to all human rights, focuses on priority areas that serve its mandate to achieve gender equity and advance the empowerment of women and girls.

The topics covered during the conference, beginning March 7, 2025, were broad but of particular interest to Sarah are economic justice, education, and gender parity in leadership in both civil society and government. The keystone of gender equality is economic justice. In all sectors of society, women need skills and opportunity, to break the cycle of poverty. Education is fundamental. Around the world, women lack access to justice. Discriminatory laws must be eliminated if women are to experience the inherent dignity of all individuals. The conference seeks to inspire bold action so that gender equity becomes a lived reality. The conference provides an opportunity to hear the stories of women, share successes and failures, and learn the most effective way to advocate for gender equity, which result in a better world for all when achieved. 

Rev. Cedric Portis, Third Presbyterian Church

on the Cover of Delux. Magazine

Through past and present, through influence and innovation, DELUX has stood as a platform for the people who push St. Louis forward. With this 314-Day issue, we recognize 40 trailblazers shaping industries, shifting perspectives, and strengthening the foundation for what comes next. Some are icons whose impact still moves the city, while others are building their legacies right now, leading with vision, passion, and purpose. More than a moment, this cover is a celebration of the culture, the creators, and the community that make St. Louis a powerhouse. This is DELUX. This is the city. This is us.

The print version will be available on April 1. For information on how to subscribe please check out their website by clicking here.

Hybrid March Prayer Art Retreat

Thursday, March 20th at 6:00 p.m 

at Von Dell Gallery & Studios in Wood River, IL.

Companions will worship together, creating art in response to prayer and scripture, and sharing in Communion. Please RSVP via the form on the Upcoming Events page (http://www.aplaceofgrace-juliegvillo.net/upcoming-events.html) by Wednesday, March 19th at noon to reserve your space or to get the 

If you or your church have youth who are interested in attending the 2025 Triennium in Louisville, KY- our presbytery will be sending a delegation! This year's gathering from July 28th-31st is titled "As If We Were Dreaming". The focus will be on developing youth leadership and growth faith through fellowship, recreation, workshops, and worship. 

 The delegation will be considered a "community group", so youth will build and grow connections with other youth in their presbytery over the four-day period. There will also be two scheduled opportunities for youth to register in special interest groups where they can meet and learn with other interested Presbyterian youth from around the country- focusing on topics like music, worship and liturgical art, social justice and witness, mission and activism, and much more. 

Additional details on cost, transportation, and lodging for the presbytery delegation are coming soon, but preliminary details and FAQs about the Triennium event can be found at presbyterianyouthtriennium.org.  

If you or your church have youth who would be interested in this once-in-a-lifetime experience- please contact the GLPBY Triennium registrar, Matt Miller, at triennium@glpby.org. 

We look forward to seeing you there! 

Grace Camp: Mission Madness

In May, we have Grace Camp: Mission Madness May 27-30, where we will work with all the agencies in one week! We work all day with varying schedules. Participants may begin registering NOW by responding to this email for details. It is a great opportunity for a family staycation or for youth to get their community service hours (minors must be accompanied by a supervising adult). For details, watch the newsletter or reach out to juliegvillo.aplaceofgrace@gmail.com 

Rev. Ryan Landino

Presbytery Leader

rlandino@glpby.org

314.409.9002

Rev. Liz Kanerva

Associate

Presbytery Leader

ekanerva@glpby.org

314.779.6809

Rev. Dr. Brandan Eddy

Stated Clerk

beddy@glpby.org

618.781.9615

Leigh Porter

Office Manager

lporter@glpby.org

314.225.9470

Janice McMillen

Communications Associate

jmcmillen@glpby.org

573.578.3960

Presbytery Moderator - Rev. Dr. Dave Burgess

Presbytery Vice-Moderator - Elder, Barbara Abbett

Vision Team Moderator - Elder, Lorenzo Clayton