Presbytery office is closed for the holidays |
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Greetings, Friends! It's been decided out of a preponderance of caution to close the Presbytery office, to not only honor the Christmas holiday, but to ensure that we are all able to celebrate the week as safely as possible.
The desire to get together with loved ones is high as our year comes to a close. In light of the surging COVID pandemic, its variants, and the scarcity of hospital beds, we urge everyone to get vaccinated, boosted, and prepare to mask-up, PLEASE.
Presbytery staff are working remotely until further notice, but will continue to respond to calls and emails as we look forward to a joyous holiday.
All staff, commissioners, and presbytery officers wish you a blessed Christmas and wonderful New Year!
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The "You don't have to plan this one" Clergy Bible Study
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The Commission on Spiritual Leader Development will be offering a Bible Study facilitated by New Testament Seminary Professor Dr. Greg Carey for the purpose of creating space for clergy to gather around The Word and grow in community.
The topic of our Bible Study will be "Fresh Takes on Luke and Acts"
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This year, the RCL will journey through Luke. Although the Lectionary includes a good deal of Luke and Acts, it doesn’t necessarily address all the questions contemporary readers may ask. In this series we’ll address a variety of topics: Jesus, Sinners, and the Church; Luke’s Unique Parables; Ethnicity in Acts; Gender and Poverty in Luke; Jesus’ Death and the Holy Spirit in Acts; and What’s Luke Doing to Mark?
The Bible Study will be the first and fourth Mondays January-March on Zoom. If Monday is traditionally your day of Sabbath, have no fear, you can still participate by listening to the podcast that will be available later in the week on Presbytery Podcasts!
A life in ministry is a great blessing but we can only serve as effective leaders if we remain healthy and whole in our spiritual and personal lives. As such, we hope that you will join us as we gather around The Word to nourish our relationships with other clergy in the presbytery and grow in our personal relationship with Christ. For more information, visit the Presbytery website.
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Have you signed the EHR Petition? |
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Since we’ve updated everyone on the Maryland Environmental Human Rights Amendment, many folks have joined us in recognizing that this can be a critical means for pursuing a healthy, supportive, and regenerative global environment for generations to come. The Commission on Reconciliation and a number of of Earth Care Congregations encourage you and your congregations to support its passage.
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Attention Clerks of Session and Pastors |
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Pulpit supply honoraria for 2022 and beyond |
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The Commission on Ministry has revised its suggested honorarium for Pulpit Supply: beginning in January, the suggested honorarium for Sunday pulpit supply is $175 for one service, and $225 for two services. Churches are also encouraged to pay round trip mileage.
It has been several years since the honorarium standard has been raised, and COM wants to point out that the suggested increase of $25 per Sunday would, in many cases, likely to be only an increase of about $100 to $150 a year in the annual budget, assuming the need to provide pulpit supply 4 to 6 times a year.
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Monday, Noon - 1pm: The first “You don’t have to plan this one” Clergy Bible Study - Every first and fourth Monday through March. Organized by the Commission for Spiritual Leader Development. Visit our website for more information
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Hybrid Ministry in a Post-Pandemic Church
January 6, 13, and 20 webinar - Featuring Ryan Panzer and an engaged learning cohort of faith leaders live and online, Three 2-hour sessions will break down the need for hybrid ministry and the ways to accomplish it. $$ Register
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January 17th - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Spoken Word Contest, Sponsored by the In The Loop Ministry Group
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Whatever you're doing, prepare to mask, encourage neighbors and loved ones to get fully vaccinated and boosted, and stay safe!
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Contemporary Music Leader
Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church is a small and welcoming congregation in the Cape St. Claire neighborhood of Annapolis, MD. This church plans to offer two worship services for all ages; one traditional and one contemporary and is seeking a music leader for the contemporary service. The ideal candidate would be creative, patient, organized, accepting, encouraging and demonstrates familiarity with contemporary Christian worship music. The Contemporary Music Leader shall be responsible to the Session of the church through the Worship Committee and shall be supervised by the Pastor. Job description – Website description
Development Director
The Center is looking for a part-time Development Director. Responsibilities include annual campaign, grantwriting, data management, and major donor cultivation. For more information, visit our website at www.thecenterbaltimore.org. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Rev. Kate Foster.
Office Administrator
Catonsville Presbyterian Church, Maryland, a church of approximately 400 members, is seeking an individual to join our team. Job duties will include: Publishing the weekly worship bulletin and newsletter, typical office tasks, welcoming visitors, answering calls, managing office workflow, and scheduling the use of the buildings as well as maintenance of church records in support of the pastor and leadership of the church. More info and application
Interim Minister
The Presbytery of Baltimore is seeking a Minister of Word and Sacrament to serve on the presbytery staff as an Interim for our congregations. This individual will be available to serve one full time interim or two part time interims. Job description
Music Director
Mt. Hebron Presbyterian Church is seeking a leader to play for services and lead musical groups. The position is for about 10 hours a week, and includes a choir, a chime choir, and potential seasonal groups of children and youth. As Mt. Hebron is revising its vision, we seek someone to help us discern our musical direction. For more information, including job description and salary starting range, please email Elder Albert Lee at albertlee@mthebronpc.org
Summer 2022 Interns
The Center Baltimore is seeking Interns to split their time among three main tasks: Working with our summer groups, providing administrative support, and helping the Director and Assistant Director with other tasks, Full position description
Director of Music
Second Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, MD seeks a Director of Music to work in a leadership role to actively engage the congregation in the music ministry of the Church. People of all ages, cultures, and talents will be encouraged to participate in order to enhance the worship experience and encourage spiritual growth through music. She/he reports directly to the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff. The position is currently vacant with flexibility regarding start date. This is an exempt, part-time position. Benefits may be available, including paid vacation annually. Salary range is commensurate with skills and experience. Job Description
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