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"partner with and equip present and emerging
PC(USA) faith communities in central Alabama
to serve Christ and our neighbors"
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The Presbytery office will be closed the day after Presbytery, November 19th. We will also be closed November 24-26th in recognition of Thanksgiving. We wish you all a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
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In Case you Missed It -
From Presbyterian Outlook
"Little did I realize that every day, in diligently practicing piano and lifting my experience to God, I was, in effect, training my heart to call upon God." — Katy Shevel
In this easy-to-read book, Elizabeth Hagan shares her experience broaching uncomfortable conversations and draws from the work of Brian Arao and Kristi Clemens in “From Safe Spaces to Brave Spaces.” — Sarah Dennis
Tod Bolsinger is convinced there is much for church leaders to learn, unlearn and relearn.
What do we do then, when we’re tired of change but must continue to change to survive? — Rachel Young
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2022 Presbyterian Youth Triennium
Sun July 24-Wed July 25
Indianapolis, Indiana
(Indiana Convention Center and Downtown Hotels)
Will we SEE you at the Youth Triennium?
When we DO SEE you we will be overjoyed! There is a place where you can SEE and be SEEN. Where the church sees YOU and Celebrates YOU. Where God’s people gather to SING, CELEBRATE,
EXPLORE and learn to SEE what God is doing! Triennium is a gathering for high school age youth (rising high school freshmen through graduated seniors) from the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. All Presbytery of Sheppards and Lapsley participants are registered through the Presbytery registrar, Pat Goodman [email protected]. More information about registration, event plans, venue can be found on the Triennium website www.presbyterianyouthtriennium.org
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2021-2022 Planning Calendars
The Presbytery still has approximately 25 planning calendars left at a discounted price of $10.50 each. If you or your church would like to reserve a copy, please contact Tammy.
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Southminster
Presbyterian Church
Foundation for Ministry
The purpose of the Southminster Presbyterian church Foundation is to expand the Ministry and Mission of Southminster by supporting community service agencies and special missions of the Church in the community, Presbytery, Synod, region and the world. The Foundation awards grants annually to support this ministry and mission. The Foundation is now accepting grant applications for 2021. The total funds available are up to $39,000. All grant requests must be received by September 1. Grants will be awarded in late November.
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PHFC Thrift Store Monthly Donation day at SVPC
The next collection date is Saturday,
December 4, 2021. Bring your usable discards, gently used clothing, etc., to the Presbyterian Home for Children's reception center in the rear parking lot, below the playground of Shades Valley Presbyterian Church.
Volunteers will be on hand to unload your vehicle and to give you a receipt for your tax-deductible donation. The center will be open from 8 AM - 12 noon. To volunteer or for more information, contact Terry Tingle, 256-339-4030.
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Mark your calendars for this retreat! |
Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network
Legacies of Faith & Belonging:
Turning Discipleship into Relationship
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
Click here for more information on the workshop.
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Make a Difference This #GivingTuesday!—A message from Mission Engagement and Support
Join us on #GivingTuesday, November 30, for an eight-hour virtual celebration of the collective power of Presbyterian generosity, as we profess by our actions—and with our gifts—that we can accomplish far more together than any one of us can do alone.
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the potential of social media and the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following up on the success of last year’s livestreamed event, the PC(USA) will once again be hosting a virtual program on #GivingTuesday with the theme, “We are the Church, together.” Inspired by telethons of the past and the PC(USA) Week of Action, we will present an eight-hour, multi-site livestream on #GivingTuesday which will include a game show, Hold on! Hold on…Stop Talking!, featuring distinguished former GA Moderators and Co-Moderators. The streaming event will also offer worship, prayer, ministry area updates, and—a new feature—#PresbyPets! All gifts given on #GivingTuesday will be directed to Shared Mission/Matthew 25 (25%), Per Capita (25%), and Special Offerings (50%). Learn more.
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200th Anniversary
Congratulations to Leeds Presbyterian on their 200th Anniversary!
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Pandemic Ponderings by:
Rev. Dr. Sue Westfall
Twice a month our Transitional Executive Presbyter, Rev. Dr. Sue Westfall sends out a meaningful, informative and uplifting blog during these unusual and strange times we are all going through together. Be sure to watch for the email or you may to read her "Ponderings" so far.
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Happening at Mountain Brook
Sat., November 20, 3-6:30 PM: Chili Cook Off
Do you like candy and costumes? Well, come on and join us in the MBPC parking lot to celebrate Halloween!
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Refer a Student to
UKirk Campus Ministries
The PC(USA) college ministries in our Presbytery (UKirk) would love to connect with your college students as they head off to school this fall! If your congregation has students who may be interested in UKirk, please fill out this form and share it widely in your congregations. The UKirk ministry leaders (Rev. Caroline Barnett - UKirk Auburn, Rev. Andy Spaulding - UKirk Bama, The Steering Team for UKirk Birmingham, and Lin Veasey - UKirk JSU) will check submissions regularly and get in touch with students to welcome them to campus. And most importantly, tell your college students to look up UKirk when they arrive to campus; a word of mouth recommendation from someone they trust is the most effective form of referral. We can’t wait to welcome your students to our communities this fall.
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So what does it mean to be a Matthew 25 church – one that lives into Jesus’ teaching from Matthew’s Gospel to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, care for the stranger, the prisoner, those in need? Click the link above to read more.
If your church has recently become a Matthew 25 church, would you please let the Presbytery office know? You may email Tammy to confirm. Also, please register on the Matthew 25 website below and your church will receive a packet of resources from PMA:
Bulletin Inserts Available
Click here to read shared stories.
Click here to share your story.
A new video has been released that shares a powerful story about two churches who answered the Matthew 25 invitation to focus on racism and poverty and its impact on their congregational vitality. It models a way to address difficult topics from a place of grace and reconciliation. The video is available to download and use in your journey.
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Online Church Services
Several churches in our presbytery have made available live-streaming, Facebook live, or other platforms of their Sunday worship services. We are aware of the following churches (click the link below) that are offering these platforms and will plan to continue services on Sundays so their church members can participate in worship from home. If you are not on the list and would like to be added, please let Tammy know.
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Perry Dallas County Fund
The Perry and Dallas County Fund has been set up to provide aid to mission work in Perry and Dallas Counties. In particular, funds will be provided to a local agency, C.E.T. Ministries. Please consider donating to this fund. Contact Ralls Coston for more information. Read more... View the flyer
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PRESBYTERY OPERATING FINANCES September 2021 YTD
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Sue Westfall
Transitional Presbyter
Tammy Strickland
Presbytery Administrator
Assistant to the Stated Clerk
Bookkeeping
Tom Winter
Stated Clerk
Linda Burrowes
Recording Clerk
Jean Russell
Treasurer
Ralls Coston
Volunteer Mission Coordinator
Pat Goodman
Volunteer Nurture Coordinator
James Ephraim
Volunteer Liaison for
African American Churches
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Updated Presbytery office hours for staff during the Pandemic:
9 AM - 4 PM Monday, Wednesday and Friday, staff works from home Tuesday and Thursday.
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First Presbyterian Church
of Phenix City, AL is looking for a
New Part-time Pastor. Click here for the job description.
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First Presbyterian Church
of Tuscaloosa, AL is looking for a
a Youth Director to join their team to Connect, Grow and Serve. Click here for more information
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3603 Lorna Ridge Drive ~ Birmingham, AL 35216
Phone: 205-978-0320 ~ Fax: 205-978-0330
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