October 21, 2026



Join us this weekend at

San Marco Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday October 24, 2026 for our Fall Stated Meeting.

2137 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207

*You can access the parking garage from either Mango Street or Mitchell Avenue.

Check-In/Fellowship Time: 

8:30AM - 9:30AM

Opening Worship 9:30AM

Advance registration is now closed but we still welcome you to show up.

Fall Stated Meeting Event Details

A livestream will be available for those who cannot attend in person.

Another one of our own is a published author. 

Check out “The Babbling Brook” by Glen A. Busby. 

This book contains poems, prose, and prayer. If you are interested, you can find it on Amazon. News Release

There are a few days left to register!

Join us at The Resilient Soul: Rest, Recharge, Reconnect

Clergy Retreat | Nov. 1-3, 2026 | Epworth By the Sea

100 Arthur J Moore Dr., St. Simons Island, GA 31522

The Resilient Soul is the theme for the Presbytery of St. Augustine’s Clergy, CRE, and Certified Educator retreat. 

We are encouraging you to join us to take a deep breath, to take a step away from the strains and stress of the ministry and make plans to be with us at Epworth By the Sea. Our retreat will take place November 1-3. The cost is $268 per person for single occupancy, which includes lodging and most meals. Or, only $134 per person for double occupancy, which includes lodging and most meals.

Click the button below for full details, schedule and registration information. There is still time to join us- the registration deadline and payment has been extended through October 26th.

SAVE THE DATE

The next meeting of the Presbytery of St. Augustine will be October 24, 2026, at San Marco Presbyterian Church.  More details can be found at the top of the newsletter.

You're invited to Money Matters in Ministry, a practical workshop exploring the role of money in church life and ministry.

Does your church have a "theology of money"? What role should pastors play in church finances? Did your pastoral training prepare you for the financial aspects of ministry? Join the conversation with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Swanson, pastor of Hodges Blvd Presbyterian Church, an economist and formerly of the Federal Reserve.

Saturday, November 7, 9 a.m.–noon

Hodges Blvd Presbyterian Church

Everyone is welcome, and there is no charge to attend. No meal will be provided.

Please register at emailjerie@gmail.com.

November Cluster Gatherings

Mon. Nov. 16th Jacksonville 12PM Southern Shores Seafood 5613-1 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32217

Tues. Nov. 17th St Augustine Cluster 12PM Metro Diner

1000 S Ponce De Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL

Wed. Nov. 18th Gainesville Cluster 12PM Sonny's BBQ

Sonny's BBQ, 2700 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL

Thurs. Nov. 19th Ocala Cluster 1PM Cheddars

4065 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474

SAVE THE DATE:

The Winter PW Gathering will be January 23, 2027.



The Association for Partners in Christian Education (APCE) will convene in Portland Oregon, January 27-30 for their annual conference. Everyone involved in Christian Education or Faith Formation is invited. Details on the APCE website. https://www.apcenet.org/welcome-to-the-2027-apce-annual-event

Pray for the Lord to guide the following church this week:

Peace

Jodi Dodge, Clerk

What’s Happening at Montgomery?

Good News from Camp: Celebrating Community and Looking Ahead

There is much to celebrate at camp, and we are excited to share the joy with our presbytery family!

The McIntosh 1890s Festival was a fun opportunity to connect with the community and share our enthusiasm for camp. Being part of this event reminds us that relationships are at the heart of this ministry—both around the campfire and beyond our gates.

This past weekend, we were delighted to welcome the presbytery youth retreat! Hosting our young people and their leaders was a joy and a reminder of why this ministry matters. Camp offers a special place to step away from everyday routines, build friendships, and grow in faith together in God’s creation.

Now we look forward to gathering with presbytery this Saturday at San Marco Presbyterian! We are eager to share the joys and progress of camp, celebrate what is taking shape, and look ahead together to the opportunities before us.

Thank you for your prayers, encouragement, and continued partnership. Camp is a ministry we share, and we are grateful for the people and congregations who help it flourish. We look forward to seeing you Saturday!

Rebekah Rodgers

Montgomery Center

www.montgomerycenter.org

October 26-31: Volunteer Work Week

November 13-15: Choose FI Jacksonville Retreat

December 5-13: Flint Hill K9 Training

Dec 30-Jan 2: Winter Camp

January 23: PW of St. Augustine Winter Gathering

February 20: Equipped to Serve '27

April 16-18: Spring Youth Retreat: Power of Love

June 4-6: Lifeguard Training with Mermaid Aquatics

June 13-18, 20-25, July 4-9: Summer Camp 2027

https://www.montgomerycenter.org/summer-camp

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Positions Available In Our Presbytery

Check out the many ministry opportunities throughout our presbytery here.



Blessings,



Barbara Darby, Moderator of the Presbytery

Charlie Evans, Stated Clerk

David Rollins, Lead Presbyter



Visit our website here: https://www.staugpres.org/

Call us: (904) 733 - 8277



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