We'll Meet Again in Two Weeks

This Time, It's All Online.

Here's a friendly reminder that our next Stated Meeting of Presbytery is scheduled for Thursday, November 9th, at 10 am., via Zoom.

We'll have important business to discuss, and as usual, a complete docket and meeting papers will be published in advance of the meeting on our website. Meanwhile, registration has opened, so please let us know if you can join us.

We look forward to your participation and discernment as we approach the year's end, and chart a course together for 2024!

Synod of the Mid Atlantic 252nd Assembly Highlights

A summary of the most recent Mid-Atlantic Synod Assembly has been published for our convenience. Although a range of topics was discussed, there was a certain focus on the state of Black Church Health and Leadership.

One result was the launch of the Next Generation Initiative (NGI), designed to address the shortage of Black Presbyterian Clergy Leadership for churches, mid-councils, agencies, and beyond.

With a quarter of Black Churches in the PC(USA) located in the Mid-Atlantic Synod, the assembly undertook the gathering of essential data to support the development and implementation of the NGI. Collaboration plays a pivotal role in this initiative's success, with participants from various backgrounds and organizations contributing to its growth and direction.

Read the full highlights here.

Healing Words: A Spiritual Practice of Writing and Grief

Join Outlook Editor/Publisher Teri McDowell Ott for a conversation with Julie Hester about using writing as a way to carry grief. They’ll explore how reflective writing and generous listening, alone and with others, can help us navigate the upcoming holidays — and any day.

Whether you are in a new season of grief, are long-acquainted, or just want to add to your toolbox of spiritual practices, you are welcome to join this upcoming 60-minute webinar on November 16, at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit The Presbyterian Outlook's website.

College Scholarships for Those Discerning a Call to Ministry

Do you know someone considering a call to Christian ministry? Whether it’s a call to preaching, mission work, faith-based non-profit leadership, music ministry, youth ministry, chaplaincy... the Church needs young leaders who are prepared to guide us into the future.

Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, VA is the oldest continuously operating Methodist College in the U.S. and is committed to nurturing a new generation of church leaders. Their Bailey Scholars program awards a half-tuition scholarship for the first two years followed by a full tuition scholarship for a student’s final two years at R-MC. 

Bailey Scholars also benefit from two internships (one for academic credit and one for a $3,000 stipend) and a weekly meeting with other pre-ministerial students. Bailey Scholars complete their B.A. or B.S. degree (their major/minor is their choice) at Randolph-Macon College and then they select an A.T.S. accredited seminary/theology school to pursue a Masters Degree that best suits their call and the requirements of their tradition/denomination. Students from all Christian traditions are welcome into the program. They’d love to meet any potential students you can recommend! Learn more.

Attend a Forum on Ukraine

Sunday, November 12 - The Christian Education Ministry Area of First Presbyterian Church of Howard County invites you to join a special after-church forum on Ukraine, at 11:45 am - 12:45 pm. Featured speakers will be Susan Krehbiel, PC(USA) Associate for Refugees and Asylum, and Ms. Anastasiia Tuz, a Ukrainian attorney living in capital city Kyiv who has worked for the federal anti-corruption agency (both will join live by Zoom). Ms. Krehbiel will talk about PC(USA)’s work in Ukraine, at the UN and in the region through its local partners.

Ms. Tuz is living in the midst of the war, with friends and family serving on the front lines. She will talk about Ukraine’s culture, history with Russia, and life now. Every week we pray for Ukraine - please join this unique opportunity to learn about this country’s rich traditions and hear about the war first-hand.

Pianist/Organist

First Presbyterian Church in Bel Air, MD (FPC) is seeking a part-time Pianist/Organist. The Pianist or Organist works in conjunction with the Pastor and Music Director by performing music from the piano or organ which contributes to the musical portion of worship services. This includes using the piano and/or organ to provide a prelude and postlude for Sunday and Special services, leading the congregation in hymns, and providing accompaniment for the choir, soloists, and musicians for the praise of God. Please submit resume, and references to office@firstpresbelair.org

Head of Staff

Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church is seeking a called Head of Staff to lead our 1200 member, Severna Park congregation. The PNC is accepting self-referrals at this time, including those from clergy couples, at the following address: PNC@woodschurch.org. For more information, visit the church’s website at www.woodschurch.org/interim-ministry.

Director of Music and Pianist/Keyboardist

Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church of Crofton, MD is seeking a Director of Music and Pianist/Keyboardist. Duties include rehearsing the chancel choir (one hour/week), playing organ or piano and directing the choir at Sunday morning worship services (one hour/week). Salary range $24K-30K per year, depending on experience. For full position description go to http://www.popchurch.org.

Visit the Presbytery's website for additional employment listings.