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Jacquelyn Rembert, Synod Moderator 2025
In February, Commissioners travelled from the great states of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to set sail on their new spiritual journey with the Synod of South Atlanta at Epworth by the Sea, St. Simons Island, Georgia.
Upon arrival, Commissioners were greeted by members of the newly elected Coordinating Committee as they prepared to take off on their new adventure that lies ahead, with a lingering question often and constantly asked by their new Moderator, “What would happen if we gave ourselves permission to do what God has already called us to do?”
| | Side Note: Our Synod Moderator mentioned artwork depicting the Synod of South Atlantic guiding values that covered the walls at our Journey event in February. The coloring sheets are available for your use at this link. | | Small and Mighty: ASC Launches Monthly Zoom Series to Empower and Connect Smaller Churches | | |
he Association of Smaller Congregations (ASC) Board hosted the first in its series of monthly Zoom gatherings on Tuesday, June 3 at 7:00 pm. Fifty-two persons registered for the Small and Mighty Zoom Gathering and 38 were able to attend in person.
Board President, Caroline Dennis opened the June 3rd gathering with a greeting from the Board and a description of ASC and its commission to connect, equip, and encourage smaller congregations within the bounds of the Synod of the South Atlantic. Caroline shared that of those registered for the event, 22 were employed full time and 30 part time. In the group were two CREs, a congregational consultant, an educator, a clerk of session, a missionary, a member of our national office staff, several presbytery leaders, a small church coordinator, 17 ruling elders, and 20 teaching elders, representing the three states and 16 presbyteries of the Synod of the South Atlantic. There were 20 registrants from Georgia, 22 from Florida, nine from South Carolina, and one from Kentucky. Average weekly attendance of the churches represented ranged from 12 to 80.
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Presbytery of Florida Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of
Florida Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
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At their May 17 meeting, the Presbytery of Florida commemorated the 20th anniversary of Florida Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Network (FLAPDAN), welcoming FLAPDAN Executive Director Kathy Broyard as a special guest. The Presbytery is one of six in Florida in covenant agreement with FLAPDAN and Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA), enabling them to be prepared to respond to traumatic events within their bounds during times of disaster.
As part of the celebration, the meeting attendees formed a “bucket brigade” to assemble disaster cleanup supplies in orange buckets for stockpiling at the Presbytery’s Dogwood Acres Retreat Center and Summer Camp (see more pictures on our Instagram page at: https://www.instagram.com/synodsouthatlantic). In addition to storing the buckets for future needs within the hurricane-prone region, Dogwood Acres also is prepared to house relief workers and utility personnel as needed after a disaster.
As we celebrate FLAPDAN’s 20th anniversary, watch this new video that tells of the growth and amazing partnerships that have made FLAPDAN a success!
https://vimeo.com/1090992102/f3dcdcd0f5?share=copy
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While we are on the topic of disaster assistance ... NOAA predicts an above average 2025 Hurricane Season and now is the time to prepare!
Links to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance information are available on the Synod website: https://www.synodofsouthatlantic.org/disaster-assistance
| | A Sacred Offering Seeking a New Home | | |
PW SOSA has a beautifully preserved set of communion elements—complete with plates, serving pieces, and vintage juice-filling tools—carefully packed in a trunk and ready for a new chapter. While these items are no longer in active use, we believe they still hold meaningful value and would love to see them appreciated rather than tucked away. We’re not offering them for sale, simply hoping a church might welcome them into use, storage, or even display in a historical room. If your congregation might be interested, we’d love to hear from you. Interested? Contact Shelagh Wirth at (803) 629-7851 or by email at swirth1949@gmail.com
The available items include:
9 juice holders with 2 covers & 2 containers without the juice cup holder
7 plates
8 doilies
2 juice goblets
3 glass juice refill bottles, 1 w/o the bulb
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Western North Carolina Volunteer Opportunities | |
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has opened three host sites for the rebuilding efforts in Western North Carolina!
Please read the details below if you are a volunteer team that would like to come to WNC to spend a week helping in the rebuilding and recovery efforts. Then reach out to Anne Waple: awaple@presbyterywnc.org with your preferred dates and the approximate number of people you intend to bring. She will be in touch – usually within 24 hours.
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The National Black Presbyterian Caucus 48th Biennial Conference
Join us for the National Black Presbyterian Caucus (NBPC) 48th Biennial Conference, themed “Your Labor in the Lord is Not in Vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58). This transformative gathering will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina, from June 19–21, 2025. During this conference, you will experience dynamic worship services, engaging keynote addresses, interactive workshops, and opportunities for fellowship and networking. Attendees will explore topics central to faith, justice, and community empowerment.
Registration is now open. You can secure your spot today and be part of this empowering event.
For more information and to register, please visit the NBPC website: https://www.nationalnbpc.org/
| | Presbyterian Day of Learning is Back! | | |
Day of Learning is back!
The Presbyterian Foundation is bringing back our popular Day of Learning program to offer support for churches, ministries, and mid councils on financial sustainability.
Join us on Thursday, June 26 for a series of workshops on Storytelling, Stewardship, and Generosity, all online, and offered free of charge.
You’ll hear from experts on our staff who will share knowledge and tactics with you. You’ll walk away with actionable steps you can implement in your congregation, grounded in theology. Our focus is on you: helping you build generosity in your congregations to stabilize and grow your ministry.
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Save the Date - August 4-6, 2025
2025-26 Horizons Bible Study at Columbia Theological Seminary
Make plans to gather with other PW Bible Study leaders to dive deep into the study with author, Rhashell Hunter. Comfortable and affordable housing is available on campus on a first come, first served basis. Stay tuned for registration information this spring!
For questions, contact Helen Blier: blierh@ctsnet.edu.
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S.T.E.P.S.
Studying + Teaching + Equipping + Praying + Serving
| | Administrative Personnel Association | | |
Is Your Office Administrator, Administrative Assistant or Church Secretary Certified by the PC(USA)?
Did you know such a certification existed?
The Mission of APA is to offer opportunities for professional development and personal growth for those called by God to serve as support staff of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). This mission is accomplished by providing continuing education events for certification and occasions for fellowship, worship, and spiritual nurture and prayer at regional meetings. (adopted July 1999)
APA will be holding their Regional Conference in September. Below is the conference flyer and schedule. If you would like to join APA and attend the conference or have questions, please contact Membership Chair, Julie McCormick at jmccormick@capresbytery.org.
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