Foothills Presbytery News
OCTOBER 18, 2024
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Honoring All Saints
Foothills Presbytery has a tradition of recognizing and celebrating the lives of Ruling Elders and Ministers (and their spouses), who have entered the Church Triumphant in the last year.
Please send the names of those Elders and Ministers (and their spouses) who have died since November 2023 through the present to Warren Templeton, by Thursday, October 31.
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Hurricane Helene Response
Helene caused devastating damage in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Foothills Presbytery is accepting donations to support the relief effort in communities located in our area. This response includes assisting the congregations and communities of Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Oconee, Pickens, and Spartanburg counties. Your generous gifts will bring hope and encouragement.
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SC Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Team Publication to Help Congregations
Linked below is a wonderful publication to help congregations prepare for the times when disasters may confront sessions and congregations. "Prepare to Care" is a PDA document to assist sessions and congregations.
Download the document.
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Need-based grants are available through the Board of Pensions for emergencies and unexpected expenses. These are available now to all eligible PC(USA) employees as they recover from the effects of Hurricane Helene. Two types of assistance are available:
Emergency grant up to $1,000
Who can apply: Any employee on your staff — even if they are not enrolled in the Benefits Plan.
How to apply: Please contact BOP Consultant Elizabeth Little, elittle@pensions.org
Emergency Assistance up to $5,000
Who can apply: Benefits Plan members and groups of members affected by a natural disaster.
How to apply: Employees can fill out this application (also available in Spanish) and email it to memberservices@pensions.org. Groups of affected members should contact their relationship manager or Church Consultant.
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Gaining a Better Understanding
Family Leave Policy
The COM is hosting two meetings to answer questions from Elders and Ministers about the Foothills Presbytery Family Leave Policy which was approved by COM in September and shared in the Commissioner’s Handbook for the November Presbytery Meeting.
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November 18th at noon in person, Foothills Presbytery
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November 18th at 3:00 via Zoom
REGISTER HERE
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Turn this Sunday into a Celebration!
Porchfest at Mattoon Church
Let’s take our Sunday beyond the walls of the church and into the heart of the community. Mattoon Presbyterian is one of the featured porches at Hampton-Pinckney Porchfest on October 20th!
Live R&B & Cuban Jazz performances on our lawn at 2 PM and 4:15 PM. Encourage your Sunday school class or small group to join in — a perfect opportunity for fellowship and fun while supporting your local Presbyterian family.
415 Hampton Avenue, Greenville, SC 29601
Detailed Flyer
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Christian Educators Gathering
Our next gathering is
Monday, October 21, 12 noon
at Easley
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Youth Leaders Roundtable
Our next meeting is
Thursday, November 7
10 am at Other Lands
(731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville)
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Music Ministry Leaders
Our next gathering is 9 am, Wednesday, November 13 by Zoom.
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A cryptologist and a pioneering opera star both hailed from Hopewell Presbyterian Church in South Carolina
by Dr. Kim Smith | Special to Presbyterian News Service
Travelers on Highway 5, the 50-mile stretch between Blacksburg and Rock Hill, South Carolina, often stop on the roadside to admire and take pictures of the small church perched off the highway. Hopewell Presbyterian Church, with its distinctive rock exterior, seems to glow when the afternoon sun hits at the right angle, highlighting its unique architectural charm that symbolizes strength and fortitude. Read More
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Montreat Status Update
Greetings from Montreat! As we approach the two-week mark since Helene passed through Western North Carolina, I share further updates from our perch here at Assembly Inn:
Read More HERE
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Let Justice Roll Down: God’s Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation
Please join Presbyterians for Earth Care (PEC) for this unique monthly opportunity for community and meaningful study!
Fourth Sundays: Sept. 22nd, Oct. 27th, Nov. 24th, Dec. 22nd, Jan. 26th, Feb. 23rd, Mar. 23rd, Apr. 28th, May 26th
7:00 pm Eastern- The study will run for 75 minutes each session. Click HERE for information & Zoom
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New Management Nov 1st at
South Carolina Inn at Montreat
South Carolina Inn at Montreat Board has transferred management of the Inn to the leadership of the William Black Lodge in Montreat. Tommy Brown, Director of the William Black Lodge will oversee operations of the South Carolina Inn at Montreat on November 1, 2024.
Complete Announcement
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Mason & Hamlin baby grand piano - owner willing to donate to a congregation that could use it. It is in very good condition and has been well maintained over the years. The estimated age is about 50 years.
It is currently on the showroom floor at Piano Central in Greenville.
If interested contact Steve Johnson, 864-818-6090
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The Clergy Collective - Online, October - 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, October–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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Camp Fellowship is honored to host Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI) caregiver training through Connie Maxwell. It is a free training through Connie Maxwell at this time. 20 for lunch - snacks provided through out the day.
If you registered previously for the October 8th date please check your email about your transferred registration.
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
8:30 AM 5:30 PM
Fellowship Camp & Conference
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1st Wednesday SACK Lunch
A monthly Zoom for sharing across our Synod.
11/6 Mental Health Ministries
12/4 Racial Justice/Social Witness
REGISTER
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Dementia 101: The Basics is a free, live, Zoom webinar providing education and resource information to anyone in the public who wants or needs to learn about the basics of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. First Session is Nov. 6.
This webinar is offered monthly. Pre-registration is required for each session.
To register, click here or scan the brain on this flyer.
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SOAP Regional Event
Content will be delivered via two 40-minute webinars with handouts and discussion questions. As follow up, there will be one live zoom call with keynoter Brittany Porch on Monday, November 18 from 7-8 pm.
The cost of the webinars, including live zoom meeting, is $20. Please register HERE.
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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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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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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 October
18-19 SC5 School of Theology
21 Educators gathering and Bills & Overtures meeting
22 Planning for the Future Leader Collective meeting
24 Finance & Stewardship meeting and Committee on Preparation for Ministry meeting
28 Antiracism Ministry Team meeting
29 Financial Forum
2024 November
2 Racial Ethnic Cabinet meeting
5 FP Staff meeting
7 Committee on Ministry meeting
8-10 PYC Middle School Retreat
12 #127 Stated Presbytery Meeting at John Knox
13 Music Leaders Gathering - Zoom
14 Committee on Shared Ministry meeting (Zoom), Committee on Preparation meeting and Examinations Committee meeting
18 Educator Gathering and Foothills Town Hall Event
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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