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“This vision of one presbytery has not changed since I first arrived in St. Louis. What is changing, however, are the boundaries I envision for ministry."
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Our Presbytery - Our Work
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Weekly Prayer Basket Update
- Please pray... for Hunter Memorial as they develop and implement a youth outreach initiative in Sikeston spearheaded by an ecumenical core committee.
- Please pray for.... Pastor Jeanne Zimmerman in her new position at New Horizons
- Please pray for...Puerto Rico who has sustained an earthquake and now preparing for a tropical storm all within 24 hours.
Click on the prayer basket to find our current prayers.
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Pastors
- did you receive a survey from the Pastoral Care Team of the Presbytery this week? If not, please check your spam filter - it might be caught! The Pastoral Care Team would love to hear how they can support your faith journey. If you can't find it in your spam filter,
click here.
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Support Ministry
Help Wanted
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Planning Calendars ARE IN
Stop by the office to pick up your copy today! $8.50
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2019-2021 Book of Order
Will be available at the November 9 Presbytery Gathering, held at Washington Presbyterian Church. $8/Each - Order your copy today! Call Leigh at 314-772-2395 or email her at
[email protected]
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Vibrant Congregation Presentation
We have had many people inquire about the presentation about Vibrant Congregations that was presented at our last Presbytery Gathering. If you missed that portion of the meeting, please find the presentation
here.
You may find more denominational material
here.
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NOTE:
Meeting locations are as follows:
Oaks
- is the meeting room next door to the presbytery office;
St.Andrew
- refers to the Board Room of St. Andrews on the second floor, directly above the presbytery office;
Pres
- refers to the Presbytery Office Resource Center;
Ladue
- refers to Ladue Chapel;
WG
- refers to Webster Groves Presbyterian. Contact the office at 314-772-2395 if you are unsure where you will be meeting.
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Week of: Sept. 26 to Oct. 2
Tues., Oct. 1
12 p.m. - CoRN (Oaks)
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The presbytery office will be closed on October 2 and 3, while we participate in remote office days in the South West portion of the presbytery. We will still reply to emails and calls, albeit with a time delay.
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Week of: Oct. 3 to Oct. 9
Mon., Oct. 7
5 pm. - Liaisons (Oaks)
Tues., Oct. 8
10 a.m. - Finance (Oaks)
11 a.m. - NWCC (St. Andrews)
1 p.m. - Mission/Outreach (Oaks)
4 p..m. - Admin/Support (Oaks)
Wed., Oct. 9
1:30 p.m. - PTCC (Oaks)
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Presbytery Staff will be traveling to Sullivan, Missouri October 2 & 3. We look forward to meeting with members and leadership of the congregations on the South West Side of our Presbytery.
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Uprooting Hunger - 2019 Presbytery Wide Goal
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Reformation Concert to Benefit Food Action
Sun., Oct. 27 | 5 p.m.
Woodlawn Chapel, Wildwood, MO
Soloist Dallas Blair returns to Woodlawn Chapel for a Reformation Sunday concert, Sunday, October 27 at 5 p.m. Featured works will include some of Mr. Blair's noted hymn arrangements, along with classical works for trumpet. He'll be joined by bassoonist Anthea Ybarra for Paul Hindemith's astonishing "Concerto for Trumpet & Bassoon." Sunghee Hinners, a member of the faculty at Washington University's music department will provide accompaniment. Lafayette High School senior Alex Norvell, a member of Woodlawn Chapel, will play an original composition for flute, oboe and piano. A free will offering will be received to assist Woodlawn Chapel's Coupon Club, which purchases food for local food pantries.
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Uprooting Hunger - Hunger Action Team
In 2019 the presbytery will work toward establishing Certified Hunger Action Congregations. This
handout
will be helpful to your congregation, as we journey together.
We welcome any questions you might have - email us at
[email protected]
or call 314-772-2395.
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We celebrate, in thanksgiving, our 17 Certified and 19 Covenanting Congregations for their dedication to eradicating hunger in their communities!
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Special Services of Celebration
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Upcoming Installation
Rev. Max Hill
Pastor - UKirk StL
Sat., Oct. 12 | 3 p.m.
Trinity Presbyterian
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Pendo Presbyterian
Constituting a Congregation
Celebration Service
Sun., Oct. 6 | 12 p.m.
All are welcome!
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Saturday, September 21 at Second Presbyterian Church, St. Louis, Rev. Eric Post was Ordained and Installed into Specialized Ministry of Presbytery of Giddings Lovejoy and will serve as a Chaplain at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
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Ministry Teams News & Activities
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1001/Vital Congregations Conference
Westin Crown Plaza - Kansas City
October 14-16
(FREE Registration by Sept. 20)
Perspectives: The Church then…now…beyond is an opportunity for church leaders of all ages, shapes, sizes and identities to take a new look at the ministry and mission of God. We hope this time together will provide a clearer view of ourselves as God’s beloved community, of our neighborhoods, and beyond – to the places God’s Spirit is leading us to love and serve. The conference offers time for faithful leaders longing for church revitalization to learn alongside hopeful church planters taking big risks for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
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Embracing Diversity without Division
Annual Interfaith Dinner & Celebration
Thurs., Oct. 24
Once a year, Interfaith Partnership convenes nearly 500 clergy, leaders and members of St. Louis’ faith communities for a dinner event robust with dialogue, food and more. This event remains our exclusive fundraiser and your participation not only ensures that you will engage meaningfully in interfaith dialogue during the dinner, but that you support the work that we do all year long to build relationships in St. Louis.
This year’s Annual Interfaith Dinner promises to be a special one. You can learn about this annual event by
clicking here.
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Kenyan Well Mission Trip
Thurs., Dec. 26 to Thurs., Jan. 9
This will be a mission trip to witness the completion of the well project which was started about five years ago. There will be a Thanksgiving ceremony on December 29th at Thome Church in Rumuruti, Kenya, a Presbyterian Church of East Africa congregation.
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Joining Hands
Your Mission Partnership with Peru!
The next meeting of Joining Hands will be held at Webster Groves Presbyterian Church on Wed., Sept. 25. We will begin at 6 pm with a pot-luck. (Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy the bounty of others.) The program will begin at 6:45 and feature a report (and pictures!) from our 2019 trip to Peru. We will also begin planning our 20
th Anniversary celebration in Peru in August 2020. Everyone is invited! Directions can be
found here.
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Presbyterian Women of Giddings-Lovejoy
Fall Gathering Set for October 5th
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CROP WALK 2019 - Sun., Oct. 6
The 2019 St. Louis CROP Hunger Walk and Concert
will be on Sunday, October 6 at Eden
Seminary, 475 E. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119 (
Directions found here) – check-in at 4:30 pm, Walk at 5:00 (1-mile and 3-mile routes), and Concert at 7:00. The Holy Crepe Food Truck will be onsite from 4:15 to 7:00 pm.
Register online here. where you can solicit donations, create or join a team (after you register as an individual), make donations, etc. The CROP Concert at 7 pm is also the 8th Annual Eden Festival of Psalms, featuring Richard Bruxvoort Colligan (who has two hymns in
Glory to God), Christopher Grundy, Paul Vasile and the Eden Seminary Choir, and more. It is free, and there will be the opportunity to donate to CROP/Church World Service. Local beneficiaries are Operation Food Search, Circle of Concern, and Webster-Rock Hill Ministries. Questions or need materials? Contact Clint McCann at
[email protected] or 314-619-0599.
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2019 Annual History Team Tour "Our Roots"
Tues., Nov. 12
Complete details of the day can be
found here. If you have any questions, or would like to purchase tickets, please contact Janet Stanford at 314-638-0195
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Congregational/Event Happenings
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First Presbyterian Church - Sullivan
September 25, 2019 |6 p.m.
Bring a Snack & Have Great Fellowship with Us!!!
Free!!! Everyone Welcome!!
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14th Annual St. Luke's Golf Classic
Saturday, Sept. 27
To benefit the Gary Olson Employee Crisis Fund. Registration begins at 7:15 a.m., with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. The tournament will feature teams of four in a shamble format. Players can compete for prizes in a closest to pin, longest drive, putting challenge and a hole-in-one contest with a $10,000 cash prize. Registration is $110 per person. For more info, call 314-205-6628
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Annual Fall Luncheon to Benefit Mission
First Presbyterian - Hardin, Illinois
Wed., Oct. 9 | 11 a.m to 1 pm.
Join us in the fellowship hall for delicious homemade soup or chili, sandwiches, desert and a drink. Suggested $8 donation/plate. EAT IN or TAKE OUT!
Proceeds benefit local mission projects, Trunk or Treat and Stuff Your Stocking. We will also have a wreath on display for our Sherwood Forest Farms evergreen fundraiser. These were a HUGE hit last year - they are exceptional quality at a great price point. You can order at the luncheon.
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Annual Apple Butter Festival
Old Argo Presbyterian Church
Sat., Oct. 12
3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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Trivia Night - Sat., Oct. 12
The Florissant Presbyterian Church will hold a Trivia Night on Saturday, October 12. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with Trivia to begin at 7:00 p.m.
The cost to play is $20 per person at the door or $120 for a table of 8 with a Prepaid registration by Oct 9th
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Call church office to register and send payment. 314-837-8555
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UKirk Meal Sign-Up
Calling all chefs and potluck masters! - Would you support this ministry by signing up for meal coordination for this upcoming year? We gather at Trinity Presbyterian Church every Sunday evening. You can sign up and find more information
here.
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Seasonal Paraments Available
John Knox Presbyterian Church has a complete set of 4 separate paraments-seasonal colors of red, white, green, and purple damask design to donate to any church who can and would like to use them. The set in each color includes one chancel table runner/cover, two pulpit/lectern scarves, and one bookmark.
If interested, please call Elizabeth Thomas at 314-882-5211 or Mrs. Kim Chandler (office administrator) at John Knox at 314-921-5833.
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Space For Rent in Imperial
1600 square foot space, five rooms and common room, second floor. Perfect for office, preschool, daycare, etc. Rent all or individual rooms. Located at Rock Presbyterian Church, Imperial, Missouri. Call 314-420-9477
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Complete List of Educational Opportunities:
Found Here
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The Program for Psychology & Religion
St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute
Clergy and Ministers Free Workshop and Lunch
Wed., Oct. 9 | 9 a.m to 11:30 a.m.
In the Belly of the Whale: How to Manage Ministerial Expectations Better than Jonah: In celebration of Clergy and Ministers Appreciation Month, the Program for Psychology and Religion at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute is providing a morning reflection and lunch for all clergy and ministers on October 9, 2019.
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Fall Workshop
Social Media Springboard for Congregations
Thursday, October 10 | 9 a.m. to noon
Churches are at a crossroads these days. They are either thriving or dying. The ones that are thriving all have this in common: clear communication. The workshop will show you how to help your ministry rise above the noise of today's world and effectively use social media to share your mission with your community. This half day workshop will teach you how to reach your community where they are more than 20% of their time: online. The workshop will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 327 Woods Mill Rd., Ballwin, MO 63011. You may register online at:
lststl.org/courses
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Current Support Ministry Position Openings
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Young Adult's Co-Coordinator - Pendo Presbyterian
Director of Children’s Ministry - St. Mark Presbyterian
Youth Associate - St. Mark Presbyterian
Church Pianist - St. Charles Presbyterian Church
Christian Educator - First Presbyterian -Edwardsville
Children, Youth and Family Ministry - Second Presbyterian
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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
[email protected]
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