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Foothills Presbytery News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
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PYC Middle School Retreat | |
Cost: $175
Youth & Adult
(includes all meals on Sat, breakfast on Sun, lodging, programming & t-shirt
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Cost: $175
Youth & Adult
(includes Sat breakfast & lunch, Sunday bfst, snacks, lodging, programming and t-shirt. (Note: Dinner will be on your own during free time.)
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DISASTER THROUGH A THEOLOGICAL LENS
October 18 - 19, 2024
Presbyterian College
A series of four workshops designed to expose the participants to the importance of awareness in disaster preparedness from a theological viewpoint. This class is offered through the SC5 School of Theology at Presbyterian College. Read More
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At the River: A Memoir of Struggle and Grace in the Segregated South (videorecording) [Black Mountain, NC], Carolyn Crowder, 2024. (DVD 285.137 At)
"When did you realize that what you were being taught about race as a white Southerner was wrong?" Filmmaker Carolyn Crowder, raised in Montgomery, Alabama, during the Civil Rights era, set out to ask this question of Presbyterian ministers she knew who had taken stands during those turbulent times.
The Resource Center has a DVD version of this film available for loan. If you are unable to use this format, speak with Pressley Cox in the Presbytery office about an alternate format.
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Mental Health in the Digital Age: From Challenges to Solutions
Bethesda Church invites the community to a panel discussion on the growing mental health crisis, exacerbated by the pandemic and the impact of social media. This event will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29, from 3 to 4 p.m. at Bethesda Presbyterian Church, 431 Hetty Hill St., Gaffney, S.C.
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SC5 School of Theology
Registration for the 2024 Fall Semester of the SC5 School of Theology is now open. Classes will be held at Presbyterian College on October 18 & 19.
Click HERE for Registration Flyer
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Youth Leaders Roundtable
Our next meeting is
Thursday, October 3
at Other Lands
(731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville)
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Validated Ministry Pastor Gathering & Lunch
Wednesday, October 9
11:30 am at the
Foothills Retirement Community.
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Music Ministry Leaders
Our next gathering is 9 am, Wednesday, October 9
by Zoom.
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Christian Educators Gathering
Our next gathering is
Monday, October 21, 12 noon
at Easley
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Resources
we have found challenging
& inspirational:
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FALL FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 5th 10:00 - 2:00 p.m.
at Midway Presbyterian Church
3238 Midway Road
HOLIDAY DÉCOR SALE CHURCH LADIES BAKE SALE
$5 HOT DOG PLATES
See Flyer for Details
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at St. Michael's Lutheran Church
2619 Augusta Street Greenville, SC 29605
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Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI)
Camp Fellowship is honored to host TBRI caregiver training through Connie Maxwell. This training is the most in-depth, lasting about 8 hours. Camp Fellowship is asking that each participant pay $20 for lunch and snacks provided through out the day.
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The Insurance Board offers the TULIP Program for Ministries, designed for churches in our network that rent or lease their facilities to tenants without insurance.
TULIP provides affordable general liability coverage for both one-time and recurring events, protecting both the tenant and the church.
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1st Wednesday SACK Lunch
A monthly Zoom for sharing across the Synod.
10/2 Facilities Safety Ministries
11/6 Mental Health Ministries
12/4 Racial Justice/Social Witness
REGISTER
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ONE Choir - TWO Performances! - ONE message of Hope!
November 13 and 17!
Bringing a Message of Hope - Again
Four years later, the choir has returned to the community that supported them so kindly during their 2020 pandemic sheltering at Camp Fellowship to say “Thank You!” and to share TWO performances as they wrap-up their 2024 tour – LIGHT OF HOPE!
Learn More
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Click HERE for Full Newsletter
Including a List of Upcoming WOW Events
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Presbyterians Supporting Christian Education (PSCE)
This program hopes to provide collegial, personal, and professional support for those engaged in ministry. In 2025, the program will provide two different types of cohorts: one for professional educators, volunteer educators, and pastors; the second for Commissioned Ruling Elders (CRE/CP), those persons serving as solo pastors in small congregations. Cohorts will meet together monthly for a year and will be guided by a facilitator. Click HERE to learn more. Applications due November 30, 2024.
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All the fun of camp and winter activities combined for one great weekend! Campers will craft, play games, watch movies, roast marshmallows, decorate cookies and our Christmas Tree, and so much more! We invite all families to join us for a free campfire side dinner before we say goodbye on Saturday evening. All participants will receive a discount code for Summer Camp 2025 registration!
REGISTER
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Sermon in my Pocket - New Date!
February 1, 2025
| This workshop is designed to equip you for writing and preparing to preach or teach a sermon in six manageable steps. As Ruling Elders, we have the responsibility (and privilege) to “provide for the church’s worship and encourage the people’s participation.” | | |
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South Carolina Inn Offering Discount for September
To kick off the season The South Carolina Inn at Montreat is offering 20% off lodging at our facility which is owned and operated by the Presbyteries of South Carolina.
visit www.scinnatmontreat.org
We are looking forward to hosting you at Your Home in the Mountains!
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The Clergy Collective - Online, September - May
For any ministers from any denomination interested in sharpening as leaders through a stimulating Seminar and implementation coaching group. We meet once a month during the academic year.
- Seminars: Monthly, 75-minutes, September–May, online only, instructor-led
- Coaching Groups: Monthly, 90-minutes, September–May, online or in-person options, small group with a coach
Learn more.
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Happy Fall Y'all!
Join us every Saturday in October for a day packed with exciting activities, entertainment, and more for the whole family.
Gates Open 10 AM to 5 PM, Day Pass $15 person or $45 for family of four.
www.lushacresfarm.com (at Thornwell)
Corn Maze, Corn Cannons, Barnyard Animals, Hayride, Face Painting, Playground, GaGa Ball, - Mini-Corn Maze, Barnyard Basketball, Mini-Train Rides, Jump Pad, Corn Pit,
Photo Opportunities
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The Lead Pastor Base Camp
from Pinnacle Leadership Associates is a quality immersive training experience, designed to equip pastors from any denomination for serving effectively in the Lead Pastor role.
Implementation Coaching Groups beyond the Base Camp provide support and accountability for living out the Lead Pastor Ministry Guide participants develop during the Base Camp.
Learn More
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Biblical Preaching and Pastoral Leadership for Complicated Times
Led by Rev. Drs. Alex Evans and Brian Blount
Feeling overwhelmed by the world's complexities? Join us October 7th - October 9th! This workshop equips pastors and church leaders to navigate difficult times with the enduring strength of biblical preaching and compassionate leadership. Read More
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Emmanuel Living!
October 21–23, 2024
The Wee Kirk conference aspires to provide Christ-centered opportunities for inspiration, encouragement, and community among leaders of small membership churches so they can do the same in their congregations and regions.
Rev. Audrey Hartness Reese – Conference Preacher
Event Information & Registration
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The Art of Transitional
Ministry Part 2
Educates pastors to think about change from a leadership perspective as we seek to guide systems from where they are to God’s promised future. Must have completed Part 1.
This class meets for 7 weeks from 10:00-1:30 pm EST, beginning October 5, 2023 and ending November 16, 2023.
Learn More
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The Jesus & Justice Advocacy Conference for young adults is
coming to Charlotte this fall!
Calling all young adults with a passion for advocacy and leadership! The free event, which will be held annually at sites across the U.S., is scheduled to take place this year at the Union Presbyterian Seminary Charlotte Campus from Oct. 18–20. College students, seminarians and young adults in or near Charlotte are invited to attend in person.
Learn more and register today!
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Walk to Fight Suicide with Your Place of Worship
Greenville Out of the Darkness Walk
November 9, 2024, Conestee Park, Greenville
Why Start a Team? Members from communities of all types can make a difference by walking in the Out of the Darkness Community Walk, on Community Walks are a great team-building event, and a way to promote health and wellness by encouraging you to get out and walk together for a common cause. Download Sponsorship Packet/ Flyer Here
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SOAP Regional Event
November 9, 2024, 9 - 3 pm
Why does the Church matter in 2024 and beyond? What makes the Church unique?
Join Educators, Youth Leaders, Volunteers, and Pastors in your area to explore these questions and more. Participants will gather in satellite locations throughout the Synod of the South Atlantic to enjoy discussions, games, fun, and meaningful conversations.
Registration is $35, lunch will be coordinated at host sites. Keynote Presenter: Brittany Porch
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Women of the Church Day
at the Lake!
Saturday, February 22, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Clemson Outdoor Lab & Retreat Center
415 Charlie White Trail
Pendleton, SC 29670
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2025 Presbyterian Youth Triennium
The 2025 Presbyterian Youth Trienniumwill take place on July 28-31, 2025 in Louisville, KY, at the Kentucky International Convention Center and surrounding hotels – all located very close to the Presbyterian Center in downtown Louisville.
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Mark your Calendars for these Upcoming Events
2024 September
19 Examinations Committee meeting
25 Personnel Committee meeting & Planning for the Future Leadership Collective Launch
26 Committee on Preparation for Ministry meeting
30 Worship Committee meeting
2024 October
3 Committee on Ministry meeting and Youth Roundtable
8 Coordinating Council meeting
9 Music Leaders gathering (Zoom) and Validated Ministers lunch
10 Investment Committee meeting, Finance & Stewardship Committee meeting and Committee on Shared Ministry meeting (at the FP ofc)
17 Examinations Committee meeting
18-19 SC5 School of Theology
21 Educators gathering
24 Committee on Preparation for Ministry meeting
Foothills Presbytery Featured Events
Foothills Presbytery Calendar
Foothills Presbytery Stated Meetings
- November 12, 2024, at John Knox
- February 18, 2025, Location TBA
- May 17, 2025, at Westminister Greenville
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