This Saturday's Community Learning Day |
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We've been teasing the upcoming non-business Zoom assembly as a Learning Day, and hope you've saved Saturday morning for a terrific opportunity to hear from RE Elona Street-Stewart, Co-Moderator of the 224th General Assembly. She will be speaking about Mission as Formative Leadership – Inside and Outside the Church.
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Our time together will begin with morning prayer, and conclude with a Q&A session with our guest speaker. Stay online with us for a "Lunch Bunch" recess before we introduce afternoon open spaces at 12:30. Workshop topics to chose from include:
> The Maryland Environmental Human Rights Amendment
Led by Luca Grifo-Hahn, a young adult leader in the Student Campaign for Environmental Human Rights.
It is a moral imperative that we protect the basic human dignity of access to a healthful environment. Pollution and degradation is disproportionately concentrated in communities of color and low income neighborhoods. The Environmental Human Rights Amendment seeks to ameliorate this disparity by empowering Marylanders, state and local governments to protect and defend the right to a healthful environment and stable climate. This workshop will discuss in more detail what the Environmental Human Rights Amendment is, why it is important, how to pass it, the environmental and social justice implications that it will have, and what role people can play in passing it.
> Ministry Group Kaleidoscope
Led by Dr. Renee Mackey, MG Convener Chair.
An imaginative look into the turning cycles of the five Ministry Group outcomes as seen through a kaleidoscope lens. Discover some interesting MG trivia and creative ways of living out God’s calling in ministry. Come ready to share one exciting thing about your MG. Not sure of who/when/why/what? We’ll answer those questions too. Let’s celebrate the diversity and creative genius of who we are as God’s people.
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> The Dakota Presbytery Partnership Summer Learning Camps
With special guest, Rev. Fern Cloud.
The Baltimore Dakota Steering Committee (BDSC) is excited to announce the signing of a new 5 year extension to their partnership with the Dakota Presbytery. The document was signed on October 2nd at the Fall Dakota Presbytery meeting in Sisseton, South Dakota. Past BDSC Chair, Chrystie Adams, and BDSC Chair, Bob Steppling, were in attendance and spoke with the members of the Dakota Presbytery about the history of the learning camps and the process for requesting a new learning camp. Chrystie and Bob were approached about having two new camps. To start these camps will require a commitment from a Baltimore Presbytery church to become a partner church and also other members from the Presbytery will be needed to apply as staff members for these camps.
To find the right partner churches and other staff members, the BDSC will be having this workshop. The Rev. Fern Cloud, pastor of the Pejuhutazizi (Yellow Medicine) Presbyterian Church and Stated Clerk of the Dakota Presbytery will be in Baltimore to answer questions from the Dakota Presbytery perspective. The workshop will address current camps and proposed camps and what is required of a partner Church and members that are interested in attending as staff. This unique mission is based upon working together with our partners to establish and strengthen relationships between our two presbyteries. Please prayerfully consider joining them in this wonderful experiential partnership. Please visit their website at baltimoredakotalearningcamps.org
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Introducing Ruling Elder Facebook Group |
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It's a space to share news, get advice, ask questions, and find resources. We hope you'll join, and please help us spread the word!
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Contacting your Presbytery |
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We are constantly trying to improve our ability to listen and respond to the issues and concerns facing you and your congregation. This applies not only to our staff, but the dozen or so commissions and committees that faithfully serve our Presbytery.
If you ever have need to reach out and submit a recommendation or simply have a question that requires a thoughtful, and specific response, your query can be directed to the most knowledgeable and responsible among us. Every one of our commissions is tasked with areas of expertise and we are certain they'd want to hear from you directly. That is why we've added the option to select from the various commissions or committees to address your concern on our website's Contact Us page. We have also added a link to lists of members to the bottom of that page, which is regularly updated.
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IN MEMORIAM
Mildred Lillian Sherk Kreider, age 85, of Catonsville, Maryland passed away on October 19th. She was a Ruling Elder, past Moderator of the Presbytery and a member of Hunting Ridge Presbyterian Church. We are grateful for her life of service and commitment, and extend our prayers and condolences to Mildred's family. Obituary
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Young Families Hike – Join Govans Presbyterian Church to hike the loggers trail (~2 miles) at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, Maryland at 11:00 am this Saturday. Park and gather near the Nature Center to begin the hike. All families with children ages 1 to 18 are welcome. Email billy@govanspres.org for more information. Facebook Event
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The Color of Food – Exploring American foodways through the lens of Racial Justice, an ongoing series is presented by Derrick Weston runs until November 20 every Saturday at 2 pm
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November 6 – Junk: malnutrition and environmental racism
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November 13 – Disconnected: losing land and connection to nature
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November 20 – Edible Activism: Food justice is racial justice
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The In The Loop Ministry Group continues its dialogue on racial injustice with a workshop Zoom session Monday, November 15: Reparations: Part 2. As a follow-up to Part 1, participants will join facilitated small groups to reflect on the testimony and to develop recommendations for reparative action, to be presented to the Presbytery of Baltimore’s Dismantling Racism Team. More info and registration
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St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute hosts their Annual Dunning Lecture with Rev. Katherine Sonderegger, Ph.D. “The Mission of the Holy Son into an Unholy World” on Thursday, November 18. This talk will explore the Mission of the Holy Son under the complex and challenging idea of sacrifice, which best captures the kind of ‘sending’ that characterizes Christ’s life. Join via Zoom at 7:30 pm.
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The Spire Series is pleased to announce the first concert of the 2021-2022 season on Monday, November 22nd. Join them for a world-class performance of spirituals by tenor, Limmie Pulliam and pianist, Mark Markham. In order to comply with Baltimore City mandates, masks will be required for all in attendance and we encourage all attendees to be fully vaccinated in order to protect those most vulnerable among us. Tickets available here.
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Whatever you're doing, prepare to mask, encourage neighbors and loved ones to get vaccinated, and stay safe!
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Communion Plates from the 224th General Assembly (2) - $20 each contact aoukar@verizon.net if interested.
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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
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
Music Director and Organist
First Presbyterian Church of Annapolis, Maryland, an historic church in downtown Annapolis, is currently seeking to fill two part-time positions for Music Director and Organist. We are looking for applicants who will enhance our progressive congregation’s vision and continue our vibrant music ministry. Consideration may be made for one person to fill both positions. For detailed information visit: www.annapolis-presbyterian.com (Select Worship and Music – Music Ministry). To apply send cover letter and professional resume to musicsearch@annapolis-presbyterian.com
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
Part-time Administrative Secretary
Organized, proactive person with good communication skills sought by First & Franklin Presbyterian Church in the Mount Vernon neighborhood. Social media and website development experience is a plus, as well as familiarity with churches and other volunteer organizations advantageous. (20-25 daytime hours) Contact: Information@firstfranklin.org for full job description.
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