By a vote of the congregation, the First Presbyterian Church of Cuba, Missouri, has decided to end its ministry. They will hold a closing worship service on Sunday, December 11 at 3 p.m. The church is located at 701 W. Main, Cuba, Missouri. Directions may be found by clicking here.

Be on the lookout for an email from the presbytery with the presbytery forms to be completed and attached. A Zoom call will be available on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 6:30 pm and Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 2:30 pm, which will cover specific details related to the statistical reports. The zoom information is the same for both meetings. Come to whichever is most convenient for you. I will also send an email reminder next week with the following link. 

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84513566307   

Join A Place of Grace in a Walk to Bethlehem. The original goal was to make the 6416.84 mile trek to Bethlehem in time for Christmas, however because of the distance, we may expand the journey with an estimated arrival time on Epiphany. Either way, we're going to need a lot more people with us on this journey. Twenty minutes of intentional movement equals one mile. Each day, you'll be guided by a musical prayer prompt, and you'll be asked to report your mileage by email or through the designated Facebook group. You can RSVP via the Event Form at this link: https://www.aplaceofgrace-juliegvillo.net/upcoming-events.html . We hope you'll join us ... it's never too late to join the search for Jesus in our world!

Have you heard the uninvited guest’s cruel voice? This is one glimpse of what depression feels like to me, and it may feel different to others. Read about Light for the Darkness in Presbyterian Outlook by clicking here.

The social and economic disparities that young people experience outside the classroom create disparities in the classroom. We are committed to removing the barrier of inequality in St. Louis by improving the academics outcomes of low-middle income students. Students in our community are performing well below the standard and we want to rectify that with this program.

Hosted by First Presbyterian Church, Union, Missouri at 105 E. Main St. Directions can be found by clicking here.

Finger foods and desserts will be served in the Narthex, following the program, with music by Melissa Fyr.

New Horizons Presbyterian Church, located at 9424 Everman Avenue in Overland, will be hosting this community cantata. Click here for directions.

You will definitely be in the Christmas spirit after listening to the beautiful message of Jesus and His birth. After all, Jesus is the Reason for the Season! Invite your friends and neighbors. We would love to have you join us! If you have any questions, please contact our office at (314) 427-0841 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Tues., Dec. 13 ● 6 pm to 9 pm

On Tuesday, December 13th, Julie Gvillo, Pastor and Certified Zentangle Teacher, will offer the December Prayer Art Retreat at Von Dell Gallery & Studios (102 E Ferguson) in Wood River, Illinois from 6 to 9 p.m. Worship will unfold, and art will be created in response to scripture and prayer. Communion will be served. Participants do not need any previous art experience. All materials will be supplied. Registration is required by Saturday, December 10th to reserve your spot: https://www.aplaceofgrace-juliegvillo.net/upcoming-events.html. The ministry of A Place of Grace is supported by offerings which can be made in person or electronically at PayPal.me/JulieGvillo or via Venmo (@Julie-Gvillo. 

On Sunday, December 18th, First Presbyterian Church, Alton, together with A Place of Grace, will present an interactive cantata. Congregants will be invited to create an original, once-in-a-lifetime piece of art during creating spaces throughout the course of the cantata that will be completed by the end of the musical offering. The cantata will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 18th at First Presbyterian Church, Alton, IL at the corner of E 4th and Alby Streets. Art materials will be provided. The event is open to the public. We hope you'll join us for this experience of art and sabbath.

The underlying message of all eco-friendly holidays is to simplify the buying and the busyness. Enjoy the spirit of preparation for the coming of the Word into our lives! Here are some earth-friendly ideas: shop locally-owned. Use sustainable wrapping paper. Donate to the PC(USA) Christmas Joy Offering and to local charities. Consider giving "experiential" gifts rather than material things. Use energy-efficient LED lights. Put Christmas lights on timers. Use reusable dinnerware rather than disposable. Avoid soda bottles or cans.

Learn more by clicking here.

Register now for the Calvin Symposium on Worship, held on the campus of Calvin University and Calvin Seminary in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

This annual, ecumenical conference gathers worshipers from across Canada, the US, and beyond; brings together people from a variety of roles in worship and leadership, including pastors, worship planners and leaders, musicians, scholars, students, worship bands and teams, organists, visual artists, preachers, chaplains, missionaries, liturgists, council and session leaders, and more; and encourages leaders in churches and worshiping communities of all sizes and settings.

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

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