Here is a letter from the National Taiwanese Presbyterian Council, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) addressed to all churches and leaders in PC(USA), dated May 23, 2022. [link to letter]

Here is the statement from the leadership of the Dismantling Racism and White Privilege Team distributed on May 20^th calling for solidarity and a call to prayer in the wake of violence against the Irvine Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, CA and the Black community in Buffalo, NY. DRAWP Communications Update (constantcontact.com)

On behalf of the leadership of the General Assembly Special Committee on Racism Truth and Reconciliation, all interested in the work of dismantling racism are invited to attend a Riverside Conversation, where the commissioners, delegates, and members of the larger community will hear about the process and work that shaped our final report and recommendations to this summer’s General Assembly. Our presbytery leader Ryan Landino is a member of the Special Committee and was one of the writers of this report!

To be most fully present with the presentation, you are invited to read the final report of the Special Committee on Racism Truth and Reconciliation ahead of this meeting: https://www.pc-biz.org/#/search/3000989

You will need to register in advance of this Riverside Conversation: Click Here

Visit PCUSA's Financial Aid for Studies website and learn about denominational scholarships, loans, and grants.

The Synod of Mid-America has funds available for Presbyterians to use for higher education. These scholarships can be used for any accredited institution of higher learning (including trade schools and graduate study programs). Scholarships are available/awarded per school year and renewable with application annually.

Scholarships are open to active Presbyterians within the Synod of Mid-America, and whose church of membership qualifies as follows:

- in Kansas (total of 90 members or less),

- in Missouri or Illinois (total of 50 members or less),

as determined by membership reported December 31, 2021.

Applicants will be judged on financial need, academic achievement, and involvement in the local church, school, and community. All scholarship applicants must be endorsed by their session, and obtain a letter of support from the Clerk of Session or Pastor.

The deadline for application for Higher Education Scholarships is August 1, 2022 at 5:00pm. Scholarship recipients will be notified by August 31, 2022.

Click here to download a Higher Education Scholarship form.

Why Mental Health First Aid (for Adults and Youth)? Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders (in adults and youth). It gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.

If you are looking for an creative reading of the Acts 2 text, please check out this innovative video that Light for the Darkness created:

January-Wabash Park Bandshell, Ferguson, Missouri. Presented in partnership with PROUD - Directions Found Here

Shaping the next generation of public service leaders: An increasingly globalized world needs young leaders who can bridge divides and help solve our biggest challenges together.

The Voyager Scholarship was created by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, Airbnb CEO, to help shape such leaders. Even though they come from different backgrounds, both the President and Brian believe that exposure to new places and experiences generates understanding, empathy, and cooperation which equips the next generation to create meaningful change.

This scholarship gives college students financial aid to alleviate the burden of college debt, meaningful travel experiences to expand their horizons, and a network of mentors and leaders to support them.

Jump to full eligibility requirements.| Apply Now

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.

GLPby App Form (Word) | GLPby App Form (fillable PDF)