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Greetings Presbytery Family!
As the month draws to a close, may we embrace the changing season with renewed faith, gratitude and community. This edition of Staying Connected includes an update about our Back Together Again (Again) event and upcoming events to help you stay connected.
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Pastor Appreciation Month
As the month comes to a close, we would like to say thank you to our pastors for all that you do for your congregations, the community and for the presbytery.
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Back Together Again (Again)
Save the date for Back Together Again (Again)! The event will take place on January 11, 2025, at Montgomery Center from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This is a day to gather from all ends of the Presbytery of St. Augustine to join together in fellowship, learning how to best serve the church locally and in the world through church officer training and spiritual development. Stay tuned for workshop listings!
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Highlands Handbell Concert
Highlands United PC will host a handbell concert on Saturday, November 9, at 4:00 p.m. The concert will feature hymns, spirituals and even a few tunes by The Beatles. All are welcome to attend.
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David LaMotte Concert and Workshop
World renowned David LaMotte will be performing a concert at First Fernandina Beach on Friday, November 8, at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, November 9, he will present a workshop on being neighbors, being together as the body of Christ and how we are changing the world simply by being in it, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All are invited for a time of fun, fellowship and learning. There is no cost for the events, however, due to limited seating, registration is required.
Click here to register for the concert.
Click here to register for the workshop.
For questions, contact Julie Higbee at 904-261-3837.
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Stained Glass Restoration Referral Needed
Palms PC is seeking a referral for a company that works with stained glass window restoration. Their sanctuary has a huge stained glass cross approximately 26 feet by 8 feet on the east wall within a wooden frame with repair issues. This is a delicate and big restoration project that requires special handing of the heavy but fragile stained glass which is very rare. If you have a person or company in mind that could help with a restoration such as this, please email the Facilities Manager, Alex Crawford.
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From the Stated Clerk
Twice a year, the presbytery offers the opportunity to apply for grants from Designated Funds. Click to view the information and application for these grants. This deadline is November 11. All applications must be submitted to Charlie Evans, Stated Clerk, by the deadline dates via email or mail.
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Presbyterian Planning Calendars
The 2024-2025 Presbyterian Planning Calendars are now available. The price is $15 per calendar. Click here to order.
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Prayer Corner
Please pray for the Lord to guide the following church (its staff and session) this week:
St. Giles Presbyterian Church
Leadership
Susan Rose
Jessi Higginbotham
Tim Wilson
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Training Thursdays
Join us on Thursday, October 31, at 2:00 p.m., for our Training Thursdays webinar! The Training Thursdays webinar for the month of October will be on How to Build a Church Community Library with Materials on Diversity and Inclusion, led by Randi Hamner (South Jacksonville PC). Click here to register on Zoom.
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SOAP Regional Event
Registration for the regional SOAP event is now open! The event will take place on November 9. This event is for educators, youth leaders, paid staff, volunteers and pastors. Registration is $35, and lunch will be coordinated at each host site. Click here to learn more and to register.
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Opening to Grace Retreat Day
The Opening to Grace Retreat Day will take place on Friday, November 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Riverside Park United Methodist Church. This retreat will allow ou to experience a model of healing ministry that integrated Gestalt growth work with spiritual companioning and healing prayer. Gestalt Pastoral Care trusts that God desires to heal holistically in a way that is unique to each person.
The cost is $75 for a full participant and lunch is provided. for more information, contact Susan Silhan. Click here to register.
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First Wednesday Sack Lunch
The First Wednesday Sack Lunch for November will be on November 6, at noon. A monthly Zoom conversation will allow you to learn and share resources and best practices on a new topic each month. The topic is Mental Health Ministries.
Click here to register.
Upcoming Topics:
- December - Racial Justice/Social Witness
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Annual Gathering
Save the date for the 41 Annual Gathering of Presbyterian Women in the Presbytery of St. Augustine! The event will take place at Montgomery Center on January 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Click here to register.
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Justice and Peace Calendar
Click here to view the 2024 PW Justice and Peace Calendar.
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Christmas Under the Oaks
Enjoy an evening of decadence, at Montgomery Center, as they celebrate God's provision throughout the year and support the upcoming year's programming. They will reflect on all those who have brought life to the ministry throughout the years and discover ways to branch out and support this vital ministry.
Both childcare and lodging is available for the evening. Individual tickets are priced at $60 and a table for six is priced at $320. Click here to purchase tickets.
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Winter Camp
Camp Montgomery Winter Camp will take place January 3 through 5, 2025. Children ages 6 to 16 are welcome to attend at the cost of $220 per camper. There will also be an opportunity for youth ages 17 to 18 to participate as a Winter Counselor in Training (CIT). For more information, click here.
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Summer Camp 2025
Registration for Camp Montgomery Summer Camp 2025 is now live! Click here to view the schedule and learn more about the various camps. Register today with a special early bird discount.
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Upcoming Events at Montgomery Center
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Dec. 6, 2025 – 4th Annual Gala
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Jan. 3 through 5, 2025 – Winter Camp
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Jan 6 through 12, 2025 – Cruising with Montgomery
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Jan. 11, 2025 – Back Together Again (Again)
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Jan. 25, 2025 – PW Winter Gathering
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Feb. 28 through Mar. 2, 2025 – POSA Spring Youth Retreat
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Mar. 7, 2025 – Fish Fry Fridays Begin
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Positions Available In Our Presbytery
Check out the many ministry opportunities throughout our presbytery here.
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Blessings,
Steve Crowley, Moderator of the Presbytery
Charlie Evans, Stated Clerk
David Rollins, Lead Presbyter
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Previous Staying Connected emails are available on our website.
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