October 25, 2023

Greetings Presbytery Family,

May this newsletter find you embraced by the warmth of community and the spirit of shared purpose. This edition of Staying Connected shares updates from Montgomery Center as well as information about other upcoming events taking place around the presbytery.

Fall Fest

Montgomery Center's Second Annual Fall Fest will take place on Saturday, October 28, from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m., with a free Trunk-or Treat activity from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Click here for more information!

Thankful Pies

Enjoy a taste of Montgomery this season! Order your Thankful Pies online or by mail no later than November 9 (include payment payable to Montgomery Center). Each pie is $25, or 4/$85. Options include Dutch apple, citrus cream tart, bourbon pecan and mocha chess.

Pick-up or delivery to your home church will take place November 20 through 22. There is a minimum of 5 pies per church for delivery.

Christmas Under the Oaks

The Third Annual Gala: Christmas Under the Oaks will take place, at Montgomery Center, on December 2. Enjoy an evening of decadence at Montgomery Center as they celebrate God's provision throughout the year and support the upcoming year's programming. Learn more about the event and register here.

Upcoming Events at Montgomery Center

• October 28 – 2nd Annual Fall Fest
• November – Thankful Pies
• December 2 – 3rd Annual Gala: Christmas Under the Oaks
• January 3-5, 2024 – Snow Winter Camp
• January 20, 2024 – Back Together Again
• January 20, 2024 – Presbyterian Women Winter Gathering
• February 3, 2024 – Winter Stated Meeting
• March 1-3, 2024 – Montgomery Youth Retreat

News From Around the Presbytery

Crop Walk

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Crop Walk that took place over the weekend.

Pastor Appreciation

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! We'd love to see all the special ways you have cared for your pastor this month (or this year). Send photos to communications@staugpres.org. Need ideas? Click here to learn more.

Update on Designated Funds

The Coordinating Council has set a deadline for submitting a grant application for an award from Designated Funds. The application deadline is November 15, 2023. For more information, click here.

Validated Ministries

Presbyterian Social Ministries

Presbyterian Social Ministries (PSMJax) is a leading partner in efforts to end homelessness and operates as the community distributor of clothing by building a community where everyone has the access to the essential goods and resources they need. Click here to learn more about their programs and volunteer opportunities.

Presbyterian Women

Save the Date

Save the Date for the Presbyterian Women Winter Gathering on January 27, 2024, at Montgomery Center. The keynote speaker will be Olive Mahabir, author of our current Bible study. More details to come!

Key Events

• October 28 – 2nd Annual Fall Fest at Montgomery Center
• November – Thankful Pies
• December 2 – 3rd Annual Gala: Christmas Under the Oaks at Montgomery Center
• January 20, 2024 – Back Together Again Officer Training at Montgomery Center
• January 27, 2024 – Presbyterian Women Winter Gathering at Montgomery Center
• February 3, 2024 – Winter Stated Meeting at Montgomery Center
• March 1-3, 2024 – Montgomery Youth Retreat

Positions Available In Our Presbytery

Check out the many ministry opportunities throughout our presbytery here.