Tides of Grief and Words of Comfort
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"That’s when the sneaky undertow of grief grabbed me and tried to pull me under. Those gravitational forces pull against and are especially pronounced during the holiday seasons.... "
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Blog Post by Rev. Dr. Christopher Keating
Pastor, Woodlawn Chapel Presbyterian Church
Chaplain, St Louis County Police, West County Precinct
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Our Presbytery - Our Work
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Please pray for... International conflicts on territory and religion
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Please pray for... those hospitalized unexpectedly
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Please pray for... those experiencing grief in the loss of family or friends.
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Please pray for ... the pastors who lead us through Advent, the Chaplains caring for us in difficult moments during the holidays, and the educators who will help students move into their next journey.
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Support Ministry
Help Wanted
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Upcoming Ministry Team Meetings
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Thurs., Dec. 7
11 am - Public Witness (Presbytery Conference Room)
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Please note that some Ministry Teams recess in December. If you currently serve on a Ministry Team, please contact your Team Moderator or the office to confirm you will be meeting in December.
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TIPS FOR AN EARTH-FRIENDLY HOLIDAY:
Give fewer gifts, eco-friendly gifts, recycled gifts, battery-free gifts, and use environmentally friendly wrapping paper.
"TIPS" is brought to you by the Earth Care Work Group of the presbytery, monitoring the ten Earth Care Congregations in the presbytery and advocating for low-income, people of color, indigenous people, and GLBTQ communities that are often harmed first and most by environmental degradation. Contact: carletonstock@aol.com.
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Saturday, December 9
Children and Youth Workgroup (a Presbytery-wide coalition of Christian educators and supporters) under Dynamic Leaders is sponsoring a Mini Youth Mission Trip in December. Are your children and youth registered yet?
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Breakfast with Santa at First Presbyterian Church - Ferguson
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Saturday, December 9
9:30 am to 11 am
Please bring canned food to support the community food program.
FPC Ferguson is located at 401 Darst Rd, Ferguson, MO 63135
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Dismantling Racism and White Privilege Team
Putting Peace into Action
Saturday, December 9 • 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Hosted by: Webster Groves Presbyterian Church, 45 W. Lockwood Ave, 63119 (enter parking lot on Lockwood and follow the signs)
NOTE: Please only bring guns to be surrendered. All guns should be unloaded and in the trunk of the vehicle. Guns will be dismantled on site while you wait.
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This Advent, Let's Journey Together
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APCE Needs YOU
The Association of Partners in Christian Education is coming to St. Louis Union Station from January 24th through the 27th. Your Local Committee needs your help! We will need volunteers.
We also need assistance with providing supplies for participants. The QR code previously shared no longer works. Please, use this link instead to access the Amazon Wish List and watch for additions to the list in the next few months. Orders should be sent in the care of Rev. Pat Cleeland at Second Presbyterian Church, 4501 Westminster Pl., St. Louis, MO 63108. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your help!
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Is it a Cloned or Scam Email?
It may be!
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Please note that presbytery staff will never text or email you requesting gift cards, cash, or any private account information. If you receive any email or text like that, please contact the presbytery office at 314.772.2395.
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Called to Serve? We Need You!
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Have You Considered Presbytery Service?
There are many ministry team positions available in the coming year, and we just know you would be a good fit for a committee or commission
Please fill out and return the form below.
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Current Support Ministry Position Openings
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- Part-Time Custodian - Second Presbyterian, Saint Louis, Missouri
- Organist - First Presbyterian Church, Alton, Illinois
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Off Hours Help Needed? Contacts Found Below
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Rev. Ryan Landino
Presbytery Leader
314-409-9002
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Rev. Liz Kanerva
Associate
Presbytery Leader
314.779.6809
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Rev. Dr. Brandan Eddy
Stated Clerk
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Leigh Porter
Office Manager
314.225.9470
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Janice McMillen
Communications Associate
573.578.3960
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Keep Connected
We love to hear about the work of the Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy Congregations. Have an event, fundraiser, or concert and want to get the word out? Simply email that information in by 6 p.m. on Monday of the week you want your event published. Help keep us connected by simply emailing your information to jmcmillen@glpby.org
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