Staying Connected

June 14, 2023

Dear Presbytery Family,

We greet you with grace and love today. This edition of Staying Connected provides an update from our Coordinating Council and other updates from around the presbytery.

Update From the Coordinating Council

As we await the arrival of a new Lead Presbyter, please contact the Stated Clerk, Charlie Evans, who will direct you to the appropriate person, ministry, committee or team to assist with your question. Our Presbytery Moderator, Susan Rose, and/or the Moderator of the Coordinating Council, Jerie Lukefahr, can field questions as well. For pastoral care matters, please contact your Area Relationship Coordinator. The presbytery website provides current contact information.

News From PC(USA)

The New Church Leadership Connection

For all call seekers and all churches in the search process, please take a look at this important article about changes to the Church Leadership Connection (CLC), our Presbyterian call system.

CLC specializes in assisting pastors, committees on ministry, committees on preparation for ministry, executive presbyters, stated clerks, pastor nominating committees and clerks of session. The new CLC includes a task-based interphase that allows calling organizations more flexibility carrying out steps involved in hiring a pastor; automated information sharing between call seekers and organizations; expedited application submission and approval; easy withdrawal from consideration by candidates; and easy notification of decisions by calling organizations. The new system also has an improved look and user experience, including a dashboard with to-do tasks and notifications from CLC staff members.

News From Montgomery Center

Upcoming Events at Montgomery Center

June 16-18 – Family Camp
June 16 through July 28 – Summer Camp
September 21-22 – FISH 2.0: Ministry Workers Retreat

Now Hiring

Montgomery Center is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to complement our kitchen staff team. Our culinary department prides itself on healthy and nutritious food for summer camp, year-round groups and catering opportunities. This position supports the mission of Montgomery Center by providing quality food with Christian hospitality. Reliability and flexibility are are a must with an interest and willingness to learn and grow in the culinary arts. Must pass a Level II background check. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter via email to Rebekah Rodgers, Executive Director for Montgomery Center.

Presbyterian Women

Presbyterian Women Summer Gathering

Save the Date for the Annual Presbyterian Women Summer Gathering and 2023-2024 Bible Study Kick-Off. The event will be held on August 26, at Montgomery center, from 9:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Bible Study will be lead by Rev. Dana Riley and Emily Heeg.

View the flyer here, and share it with your congregation.

Key Events

June 16-18 – Family Camp at Montgomery Center
June 16 – Summer Camp begins at Montgomery Center
June 18 – Father's Day
June 19 – Juneteenth
June 23-25 – School of the Laity
July 4 – Independence Day
July 28 – Summer Camp ends at Montgomery Center
August 26 – Presbyterian Women Summer Gathering at Montgomery Center
September 21-22 – FISH 2.0: Ministry Workers Retreat at Montgomery Center
October 3 – Fall Stated Presbytery Meeting at St. Giles Presbyterian Church

Share Your Events

We would be happy to publish your event in the coming weeks! Email Gabrielle@staugpres.org with the dates and details.

Blessings,

Susan Rose, Moderator of the Presbytery

Charlie Evans, Stated Clerk

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