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Epiphany and the Gift Of Metanoia
Blog Post by Ruling Elder, Diane McCullough
Co-chair DRAWP Apology/Overture Task Force
Member of Webster Groves Presbyterian Church
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"We were also seeking knowledge – how do we actually make a difference around issues of racial inequity within our own presbytery?"
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Our Presbytery - Our Work
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Weekly Prayer Basket
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Please pray for... our blogger, Ruling Elder, Diane McCullough, and her work as co-chair DRAWP Apology/Overture task force, and as a member of Webster Groves Presbyterian Church.
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Please pray for... for the safety of our friends in the Jewish community that is the target of terrorism
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Please pray for... for those impacted by rough winter weather; or adequate heat, clothing, food, health, and safe travels.
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Support Ministry
Help Wanted
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Upcoming Ministry Team Meetings
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Thurs., Jan. 20
Fri., Jan. 21
10 am PW Coordinating Council
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Mon., Jan. 24
Wed., Jan. 26
10 am Honorably Retired Pastors
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2022 - Presbytery Year of Evangelism
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What Is Evangelism?
Evangelism is the proclamation and manifestation of good news. The following passage from the prophet Isaiah illuminates the expansive, wondrous nature of God’s good news:
“How beautiful upon the mountains
are the feet of the messenger who announces peace,
who brings good news,
who announces salvation,
who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” (Isaiah 52:7)
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Let's Get Started - Called to Gather
Thursday, February 3 | 9 a.m.
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Rev. Ryan Landino
Presbytery Leader Installation
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Rev. Dr. Kathryn Threadgill
Associate for Vital Congregations of the Presbyterian Mission Agency.
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Rev. Dr. Teri
McDowell Ott
Editor / Publisher of The Presbyterian Outlook
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Exciting Presbytery Gathering to Begin our Year of Evangelism!
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We will install our new Presbytery Leader, have worship with Rev. Dr. Teri
McDowell Ott, and will have our education portion led by Rev. Dr. Kathryn Threadgill. All of our members and treasured friends are welcome. Please share with all in your congregation. All have a vision and voice in the presbytery, Watch the newsletter for the Gathering Binder, and more information as it becomes available. Join us:
Thursday, February 3rd at 9 a.m.
(Zoom Fellowship Begins at 8:15 am)
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Pastor Boundary Training Event February 16
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If you are new to our presbytery and/or were unable to attend the September 30, 2021 training, you should plan to be at this online event.
Wednesday, February 16
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Zoom
You must register for the event, and we welcome you to do that as soon as possible by clicking here.
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This training will be facilitated by Christopher Grimes, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist and director of the Program for Psychology and Religion at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute. Dr. Grimes and his staff specialize in the assessment and treatment of clergy and lay ministers, evaluating clients, and providing direction for the psychological and social aspects of formation, treatment, and future growth of religious professionals and candidates for ordination and religious vocations. Dr. Grimes is an ordained ruling elder in the Presbyterian Church-USA and he is a member of Dardenne Presbyterian Church, Dardenne Prairie, MO.
If you have already participated in boundary training within the last three years, you must submit a copy of the certificate of completion to the Stated Clerk, Rev. Joy Myers, at jmyers@glpby.org or by mailing it to 1001 Craig Rd., Suite 170, St. Louis, MO 63146. If you have any questions, please call her at 314.772.2395. We look forward to seeing you February 16!
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St. Stephen Presbyterian Church Youth Searching for Mission Location
Week of July 25-29
St. Stephen Presbyterian Youth, a small but hearty youth group, is looking in several places in the USA to offer our services for a Vacation Bible School and possibly a small construction project at a church or needy organization in your area. We are mostly a group of girls, with a few guys, looking to hold a VBS in a location this particular week of the summer: Their resume of past summer experiences can be found by clicking here.
Contact Beth Fultz, Director of Christian Education
St. Stephen Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth, Texas 76109
817.927.8411 office | 817.875.9704 cell
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Pastors Save the Dates of May 15-20
Mid-America and Lincoln Trails Synod have announced they will have Transitional Ministry Training at the Mercy Center in St Louis May 15-20, 2022. Please watch the newsletter or other direct emails for further information.
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Matthew 25 - Films That Matter
Beginning Thurs., Jan. 20
Woodlawn Chapel Presbyterian will be sponsoring an Epiphany learning & fellowship event via Zoom using Matthew 25 curriculum on engaging racism through film. We are excited to offer this to the community and presbytery! We will begin on Thursday, January 20 from 7-8:30 p.m. and continue on consecutive Thursday evenings through February 17. It's not necessary to attend all the events, but we're asking for persons to preregister with us by sending an email to officemanager@woodlawnchapel.com or to me at pastor@woodlawnchapel.com so they can receive the link. Flyer with details found here
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Ferguson Eco Team Movie Night
Facing Adversity, Choosing Earth, Choosing Life
Thursday, January 20, 7 pm | On ZOOM
Facing Adversity: Choosing Earth, Choosing Life is a 70-minute documentary that explores the speed, depth, and magnitude of our growing planetary crisis, and the opportunity we have to meet this crisis consciously – with eyes and hearts wide open. Through a broad, whole-systems perspective, the film examines key challenges (climate change, inequities, species extinction, overconsumption, and more) and explores the deeper transformation being called forth from humanity. Woven throughout are stories from around the world illustrating both heart-breaking impacts and inspiring resilience. Engaging with this paradox — an unfolding global crisis paired with the opportunity to awaken to and serve the well-being of all of life — is the work of our lifetimes. The film features Duane Elgin, Victoria Santos, Jack Kornfield, Joanna Macy, Nate Hagens, Beena Sharma, Lynne Twist, and other contributors who are grappling with this paradox and offering guidance for navigating the times ahead. The shareable flyer can be found here.
FACING ADVERSITY is based on the important 2020 book CHOOSING EARTH, Humanity's Great Transition to a Mature Planetary Civilization, by Duane Elgin, also the author of the popular 1981 book, VOLUNTARY SIMPLICITY.
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Coaching Cohorts
Beginning January 19
NEXT Church offers coaching cohorts as part of our NEXT Steps Coaching initiative. Coaching cohorts are a combination of scheduled group cohorts gathered around a particular topic led by teachers and experts, along with individual coaching sessions to accompany those cohort meetings with trained/certified coaches to help you apply and wrestle with the topic for your particular context. We are excited to launch the 2022 slate of offerings. Grab a seat using any remaining continuing ed funds from this year. You will be transformed and renewed.
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Retirement Savings Plan Webinar - February 1
Fidelity will be offering a 30-minute webinar on February 1, which will interest ministers and employees enrolled in the Retirement Savings Plan. Those who participate may earn Call to Health points!
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Month of Grace + Prayer:
A Retreat in Everyday Life
Pray on your own 20 minutes each day and meet one-on-one with a spiritual companion one hour each week for four consecutive weeks. Starts on February 6. All meetings will be virtual (Zoom or phone if you prefer). Weekly meeting times set around your schedule. This is an individually directed retreat tailored to your own deep desires. Committed couples also have the option to participate as a couple. All adults are welcome regardless of denomination or affiliation. For more information, visit www.momentsofgraceandprayer.org and to register contact Clarence Heller at clarenceheller@gmail.com.
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Changes are coming to Triennium, a life-changing event for thousands of Presbyterian youth and young adults
July 24-27, 2022
God has called us to be together to SEE God’s people and to SEE and explore what it means to truly SEE each other. There is a place for you to be, to see, and to be seen…in July 2022. A place where young Presbyterians will gather together to activate their next steps in faith, exploring the intersection of justice, courage, connection, and vision. When we SEE each other at the Presbyterian Youth Triennium... We will SEE God | We will SEE Ourselves We will SEE OTHERS | We will SEE ALL We will understand what it means to truly SEE!
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Mon., Jan 24, 2022
6:00-7:30 pm Eastern Time
Zoom Meeting ID: 993 3006 0674
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Thurs., Jan 27, 2022
2:00-3:30 pm Eastern Time
Zoom Meeting ID: 993 3006 0674
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Save the Date!
Changes in a federal student loan forgiveness program to
have a positive impact on ministers and church leaders
The Presbyterian Mission Agency is offering two webinars in January for all PC(USA) leaders. These webinars will be a launching point for a year-long push to make sure every PC(USA) leader with student loan debt has the information they need to take advantage of a limited waiver from the Department of Education. Many who may not have qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness previously, could have their loans forgiven much sooner than expected. Any PC(USA) leader is welcome to join either meeting. Student Loan experts from PeopleJoy will present the material and be available to answer general questions. Live simultaneous interpretation will be provided in Spanish and Korean. Visit pcusa.org/loanassist for more information.
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Synod of Mid-America Spirit of Stewardship
Fri., Mar. 4 & Sat., Mar. 5
POSTPONED
New Dates - To Be Announced
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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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Organist/Accompanist - First Presbyterian - Cape Girardeau, MO
Office Administrator - First Presbyterian - Cape Girardeau, MO
Director of Youth Ministry + Digital Media - First United, Belleville, IL
Audio and Video Tech (15 hours/week) - First United, Belleville
Music Director - Glendale Presbyterian Church, Glendale, MO
Head of Music - First United Presbyterian, Collinsville, IL
Associate Pastor - Dardenne Presbyterian, Dardenne Prarie, MO
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Off Hours Help Needed? Contacts Found Below
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Rev. Liz Kanerva
Associate Presbytery Leader
314.779.6809
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Rev. Joy Myers
Stated Clerk
815.501.5522
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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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