Because Presbyterian Women celebrate children at Christmastime

Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church in Victoria once again coordinated and sponsored an annual Angel Tree project in partnership with the Salvation Army and Perpetual Help Home, a local shelter for women and their children. With generous support from the entire congregation, the Angel Tree provides many happy children with Christmas gifts selected especially for them during this season of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. Alleluia!

All checks to Mission Presbytery must be RECEIVED at the office by Thursday, December 18th in order to be recorded in 2025. Thank you!

Are You the One?

A Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent (Year A)

Rev. Bobby Musengwa

Transitional General Presbyter

Jesus's response to John’s doubt, and ours, is remarkable. He doesn't offer theological arguments or proof texts. He doesn't defend his credentials or rebuke John's question. Instead, he says simply: ‘Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them.’ Look at the evidence. Trust the fruit.

Stated Clerk's Notes

Rev. Laurie Palmer

Stated Clerk

The Presbytery is sending out updated 2026 forms on December 12, including clergy contracts, clerk/treasurer info, and the annual statistical report. Laurie also shares her holiday office schedule and offered a warm word of thanks for God’s guidance this year.

A few times per month, we will be praying for a specific list of churches in our Presbytery. Please join us in praying for the congregations, clergy, and staff of Westminster Presbyterian Church Austin, First Presbyterian Church Junction, First Presbyterian Church Elgin, First Presbyterian Church New Braunfels, and Iglesia Presbiteriana Getsemani. 

It's that time of year again!

The Souper Bowl Championship is Almost Upon Us!

The Souper Bowl of Caring’s vision is to channel the excitement of the NFL’s Super Bowl into a powerful movement that unites youth and churches in the fight against hunger in their local communities. In that same spirit, the Mission Presbytery Souper Bowl Championship brings our congregations together in a friendly but meaningful competition — rallying energy, generosity, and teamwork to care for our neighbors in need.

The Rules

Promoting begins: During the month of December

Collecting begins: Thursday, January 1

Collecting ends: Sunday, February 8

Totals due: Wednesday, February 11

Churches donate their collections to the recipient of their choice, but we gather the total items collected for the competition. 

Register your church for the championship here

(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIGcxXxh-QN3iwe20eWZ_XpQ0sVsQ0bXhnW-5ia_gPs5rdUQ/viewform?usp=header).

And for more information and all game rules, click the link below.

All checks to Mission Presbytery must be RECEIVED at the office by Thursday, December 18th in order to be recorded in 2025. Thank you! 

A weekend retreat for families and individuals from small churches in Mission Presbytery. This retreat is a collaboration between the Austin College ACtivators, the Mission Presbytery Connect Committee, and John Knox Ranch.

Where: John Knox Ranch. 1661 John Knox Rd. Fischer, TX 78623

When: February 27 - March 1, 2026

Who: For families and individuals from small churches (membership of 75 or less) who would love to have a church retreat, but would benefit from combining with members from other churches.

Cost: All inclusive pricing ranges from $75 per person to $175 per person depending on housing selection. Scholarships available!

Keynote: John Williams, Austin College Chaplain. “Being Presbyterian Right Here and Right Now”

Mo-Ranch December Minute for Mission

Because Presbytery staff people love to serve

Last week, the Mission Presbytery staff spent the afternoon packing produce boxes at San Antonio Food Bank. We had a great time and look forward to serving there again soon. See more pictures and read Bobby Musengwa's reflection in "Are You the One?" HERE: https://www.mission-presbytery.org/post/are-you-the-one

Because Presbyterians love ordinations

Last weekend, Mission Presbytery joyfully ordained the Rev. Dr. Carlos Baladez to the ministry of Word and Sacrament at Crestholme Presbyterian Church in San Antonio. To God be the glory! See pictures from the event on our Instagram feed at:

https://www.instagram.com/missionpby

Because Presbyterians serve on the 5th Sundays

The fifth Sunday of November, also Thanksgiving/First Sunday of Advent Sunday, at First Presbyterian Church of San Marcos meant the church served at two locations. They could be found at San Marcos Youth Council and ramp building at Mission Able.

Read more information about all of the following postings on the "Leadership Openings" page of our website at: https://www.mission-presbytery.org/leadership-openings

Day School Director | Northwood Presbyterian Dayschool/San Antonio

Executive Director | National Alliance of Mental Illness/San Antonio

Part-Time Youth Ministry Coordinator | University Presbyterian/Austin

PT/FT Solo Pastor | Oak Hills Presbyterian/San Antonio

Part-Time Solo Pastor | Forest Hills/Helotes

Associate Pastor: Pastor to Children, Youth, and Pastoral Care | Madison Square/San Antonio

Part-Time Stated Supply or CRE | First/Kingsville

Organist/Pianist | Burnet/Burnet

Part-Time Stated Supply Pastor | First/Copperas Cove

Part-Time Minister | First/Palacios

Part-Time Piano/Organ Musician | First/Port Lavaca

Job Opportunities with Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

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PRN-on-call chaplain position. | Hospice Austin

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providing opportunities for worship, learning, and service so that all can flourish

through God’s grace.