Foothills Presbytery News

June 18, 2026

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Juneteenth Celebration

JUNE 19, 5:30 - 7:30 PM

at Mattoon Presbyterian Church

415 Hampton Avenue, Greenville

Speakers: Lillian Brock Fleming, Chandra Dillard & Sylvia Palmer

Kids Corner featuring RaAmen Stallings

Today's Antioch Fellowship Choir

Grill Master Baby Boi: $10/plate

Tee and Jo's Sweets: $4 cupcakes, $7 loaf cakes

Libation African Drum & Dance

GA227 Bulletin Inserts & Road Ahead to GA Issue

The Presbyterian Outlook’s pre-GA bulletin insert is now available —

a simple way to help your congregation understand what’s ahead at the

227th General Assembly.

It’s an easy resource for pastors, church leaders and congregations who want to stay informed without getting lost in denominational language or assembly procedure.

Whether your congregation closely follows GA or simply wants a better understanding of what the assembly is and why it matters, this resource was created to help.

(We will share post-GA bulletin inserts after July 15.)

Pre-GA insert: What to know before the assembly

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Issue 11 of GA227's "On the Road to GA" is now available: MAY 2026 ISSUE

THINK TANK REPORT

Embracing God's Future:

The Foothills Presbytery Think Tank (August 2024 – May 2026) has released its comprehensive report, charting a faithful path forward from institutional maintenance to spiritual imagination. Grounded in deep communal discernment, the report provides a vital roadmap for navigating systemic cultural and generational shifts. Below is a summary of the core findings, frameworks, and actionable steps detailed in the document.

We are sharing the full report here and asking for your feedback and reflections.

Foothills Presbytery Peer Ministry

Christian Educators

Summer fellowship time and a Mahjong lesson by Elizabeth Kelly Pope!

July 29 5:00-7:30 pm @ the home of Joan Jones. More details are to follow!

Our next gathering is Monday, August 17,

12 noon at the Presbytery office.

Youth Leaders Roundtable

The next meeting will be on

Thursday, August 20.

Music Ministry Leaders

Our next gathering is in August.

Details coming soon.

Validated Ministers

Our next gathering is September 16 at noon at Re:Center.

Re:Center Flyer

Full Work Days Flyer

Re: Center

Work Days & Open House

Re:Center is a community hub for connection, art, and spirituality. Opening soon in Greenville! Come lend a hand and make a difference with us at our upcoming Work Days!

June 20th: 9 am - 12 pm

July 10th: 9 am - 12 pm

OPEN HOUSE & RIBBON CUTTING

July 12, 3-5pm

125 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615

June in Montreat

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Beyond Fight or Flight

-a five-week leadership series from the Center for Healthy Churches designed to help congregations navigate tension with clarity, courage, and care. Conflict is not the enemy. Unaddressed conflict is.

Each week in this series introduces one practical leadership step you can use immediately with your team. Learn More

The story of Éleos has been a story of stumbling forward — and seeing God create a massive snowball of grace through the tangled-up mess of His people saying yes.

Today, we look back on a ministry marked by God's grace. We just watched 100% of our 2026 seniors graduate from high school with concrete plans for their future.

Come Celebrate 10 Years With Us!

We want to celebrate this milestone with the neighborhood, the mentors, the students, and the partners who made it possible. You are a huge part of this story, and we would love for you to join us for our 10-Year Birthday Block Party! It’s a completely family-friendly event, so bring the kids and come ready to share some memories.

When: Sunday, July 12th | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Where: Lead Collective (110 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville)

What: Food trucks, a live DJ, awesome kids' activities, and a whole lot of joy.

Read the full Éleos story here.

Cafe' Justo Coffee Crisis

In November, the Café Justo cooperative was unsure if they would be able to continue the incredible work that they had begun over 22 years before. A combination of inflation, pricing of their coffee that had not been adjusted for years, the devaluation of the dollar which led to them receiving 15% less for their already underpriced coffee, and pressures in the global market led to cash flow issues and eventually supply issues leading them to run out of coffee before this year's harvest came in which, in turn, frustrated many customers and exacerbated Café Justo's cash flow issues.

The cooperative is emerging from the 2025 crisis .... Read More

Read Cafe Justo newsletter & Order Link here.

COM SACK Lunch Conversation

We added a new monthly Zoom for sharing across the synod! Conversations on the 3rd Wednesday of the month will focus on topics related to Committees on Ministry. We meet from 12-1 pm (Eastern Time). Register to receive the monthly invitation. You aren’t obligated to attend every session.

July 15: COMs Role in Pastoral Care for Ministers

Click HERE to Register.

Family Faith Formation Resources

Support the faith journeys of children and families with resources designed to be used both in church and at home. These books equip educators, ministry leaders, parents, and caregivers with practical tools for nurturing faith in everyday life. From trusted guides and conversation starters to hands-on practices, these resources help churches and homes partner together to share stories, spark meaningful conversations, and grow faith across generations. Visit the resource page.

Christian Education &

Ministry Online Resources

PC9USA) Store, 2026-2027

Click HERE for their online

Resource Catalogue.

Save the date for the

2027 Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women!

August 5 - 7, 2027

Visit presbyterianwomen.org/gathering for more information. And don’t forget to share your enthusiasm for the Gathering on social media! #PWGathering #2027ChurchwideGathering

"Caring for the Earth - Stories from Faith Communities"

Gather your church groups in-person or online for this 7-part short film series designed to connect your faith to caring for God’s good earth. The 20-minute films highlight the powerful voices of leaders of many faiths who are leading with hope, compassion, and courage. Created for Sunday school classes, youth groups, and gatherings of all sizes, the series includes a study and discussion guide with suggested scriptures, prayers, questions, and resources for action. Learn More

The Art of Transitional Ministry

August 16–21, 2026

Adult Continuing Education

Click here to learn more.

Sponsored by Montreat Conference Center, in cooperation with the Transitional Ministry Education Consortium

S. T. E. P. S. 2026

Share Abundantly in every good work

2 Corinthians 9:8

Mt. Pleasant Church

August 29

8:45 am - 1:45 pm

Pre-registration Deadline: August 12

Registration Fee: $25

SC5 Leader of Leaders Event

Awed by All the Things

The five Presbyteries of South Carolina will host a workshop on Intergenerational Ministry on Thursday, September 3, 2026 (New date!) at Seven Oaks Presbyterian in Columbia.

Event fee: $40 per participant for workshop, including lunch. Registration deadline – Thursday, August 20, 2026. Space is limited.

Presbyterian Peace Fellowship - Gun Violence Prevention Ministry

Concerned about Gun Violence? Learn Faith-Based Skills for Gun Violence Prevention Sept. 15-18, 2026 Kansas City, MO The Presbyterian Peace Fellowship invites you to the 3rd annual Atwood Institute for Congregational Courage, a national training event at the Heartland Center near Kansas City. MO on Sept. 15-18, 2026. The Institute offers continuing education for lay leaders and clergy on educational, pastoral and action steps for gun violence prevention mission with congregations.

Space is limited. Click HERE to learn more.