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"I experienced a great sense of “we are all in this together.” And with that spirit, people conducted business in a civil and orderly way."
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Presbytery Address Coronavirus (Covid-19)
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Common-sense tips for the Coronavirus
(COVI-19) Outbreak
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Our Presbytery - Our Work
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Weekly Prayer Basket
- Please pray for...all those with Covid-19, those in quarantine and those in recovery
- Please pray for... for medical personnel who are working the front lines to combat this virus and who are getting sick themselves.
- Please pray for...our mission personnel around the world.
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Support Ministry
Help Wanted
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NOTE: In light of the Covid-19 Pandemic, meetings will be restricted to Zoom or conference call. If you are unsure how to participate, please contact your team moderator, or call the office 314-772-2395, and select Leigh Porter, Office Manager.
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Becoming Matthew 25
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How Do We Engage Socially Distancing and still participate in Mission & Ministry?
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What makes for Effective Matthew 25 Ministry During a Pandemic
Despite disruptions and challenges that this pandemic has presented, churches are adapting to this new normal amid financial concerns, member anxieties and changing communication technologies. And while the nation continues to see a rapid rise in new cases, PC(USA) churches are displaying an abundance of resilience, compassion and ingenuity in the middle of widespread anxiety.
Continue to read by
clicking here
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Read how First United Belleville continues to live into Matthew 25, during the pandemic.
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Ministry Teams News & Activities
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Technology Grants Now Available
We need technology now more than ever. There are grants available to help your congregation in acquiring what you need to get your congregation on the technology track
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Summer 2020 Mission & Outreach Team
Grant Applications Now Available
The Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy Mission and Outreach Moderator, Joyce Wilks-Love has announced that 2020 Summer Grant Applications are now available. You can find the application and details about the grants
here.
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Light for the Darkness
We're starting a New Community Group for anyone with any mental illness, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar. If you would like to explore where God may be in the midst of your mental health struggles, while connecting with people who understand, please join us. Email
[email protected], for details. Be a part of the ministry by engaging through Social Media and "Liking" on
Facebook here.
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An invitation to daily prayer from Rev. Thirza Sayers
You are dear to me, so I’m inviting you to pray together with me daily at 6:30 p.m. central time. Links to connect, found below:
- Order of Prayer -This is linked to a google doc that may be updated daily.
- Join Zoom Meeting Connect by Video (first download Zoom app)
- Join Conference Call - Connect by Audio (Call in using one of these numbers)
+1 312 626 6799 US +1 929 205 6099 US +1 346 248 7799 US
+1 669 900 6833 US +1 253 215 8782 US +1 301 715 8592 US
Then type in the Meeting ID: 813 950 8462. If it asks for a participant id, just hit #.
If you want to join but need help with technology, email me or call me, preferably before 6:30 p.m. Rev. Thirza Sayers Call 404.313.4549
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Spiritual Direction
As we hold ourselves accountable and responsible in facing this challenge of the Coronavirus Pandemic, remember to keep in place spiritual practices to keep yourselves nurtured and sustained. One way to do that is by connecting with a spiritual director.
Learn more about Spiritual Direction, and those who are called to that role by
clicking here.
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2020 Mission Opportunities
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PPE Mission Project While Self Distancing
Calling all sewers! I am forwarding this pattern for sewing face masks from our daughter
Chenoa, a PC(USA) Mission Co-Worker in Peru (now sequestered at home during Peru's mandatory, military enforced lockdown). This might be of interest to some of you sewers or someone you know who sews. Ellie Stock
[email protected]
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Overseas Trips
Please be Aware these Plans May Change
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2020 GLPBY Annual Mission Trip to Nicaragua
Plan Grande #2, Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua
July 11-18, 2020
Join us for an
Exciting, Multi-Generational Opportunity to follow Christ’s example to love one another. This is an ideal experience for Christians hoping to expand perspectives and be active peacemakers.
Learn more here.
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2020 Joining Hands Partnership
20th Anniversary Peru Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage:
A long journey to a sacred place
as an act of devotion.
Your are invited to be part of the 2020 Joining Hands Partnership 20th Anniversary Peru Pilgrimage. This pilgrimage includes journeying to the coastal, mountain and rainforest regions of Peru, to meet with our Joining Hand's Partners, to hear updates about the socio/economic context of Peru, to experience historical and cultural events and places, and to join with Red Uniendo Manos Peru (Peru Joining Hands Network) and others in a 20th Anniversary Celebration.
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Current Support Ministry Position Openings
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Executive Director of Child-Care Center
AMEN St. Louis Director - Oak Hill Presbyterian
Called Pastor - Faith DesPeres 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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