Dear Presbytery Family,
We rejoice with you in the spirit of Pentecost. This edition of Staying Connected provides information about Montgomery's Family Fun Day, updates for Presbyterian Women and other updates from around the presbytery.
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News From Montgomery Center |
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Family Fun Day
Join Montgomery Center for their Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Meet the summer staff and shop at the Camp Store. Arts and crafts, swimming and canoeing activities will be open. Cabin tours are available from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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3rd Friday Work Day
Join us every 3rd Friday, at Montgomery, for a workday! Projects range from construction and plumbing to cleaning and organizing. Can't make it on a Friday? Call the Montgomery office to schedule your service day for any time, 352-473-4516.
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FISH 2.0: Ministry Workers Retreat
The FISH 2.0: Ministry Workers Retreat will be held September 21 and 22, at Montgomery Center. FISH 2.0 provides leadership development for all volunteers and professionals in church ministry and leadership. The retreat is perfect for Sunday school teachers, Bible study leaders, pastors, deacons, elders, youth leaders and Christian educators. There will be a special keynote by Rev. Michelle Thomas Bush. Click here to register by September 8.
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June 3 – Family Fun Day
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June 16-18 – Family Camp
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June 16 through July 28 – Summer Camp
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September 21-22 – FISH 2.0: Ministry Workers Retreat
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News From Around The Presbytery |
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Medicare Information Event
Palms Presbyterian Church will host a Medicare Information Event on June 15, at 10:00 a.m. This informational event will include: getting started with Medicare, Medicare hospitals and doctors, choosing the best prescription plan and more. Refreshments will be served.
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Many Positions Available In Our Presbytery
Check out the many ministry opportunities throughout our presbytery here.
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We'd love to see unique ministries, activities and events that your congregation does this summer. Send your photos to gabrielle@staugpres.org.
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Presbyterian Women Summer Gathering
Save the Date for the Annual Presbyterian Women Summer Gathering and 2023-2024 Bible Study Kick-Off. The event will be held on August 26, at Montgomery center from 9:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Bible Study will be lead by Rev. Dana Riley and Emily Heeg.
View the flyer here, and share it with your congregation.
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Columbia Theological Seminary Offers PW Study Intro
Columbia Theological Seminary's Center for Lifelong Learning invites you to explore Sacred Encounter: The Power and Presence of Jesus Christ in Luke-Acts, the PW/Horizons 2023-2024 Bible Study, during its annual leader seminar August 7 through 9, on the seminary campus. This orientation to the new PW Bible study prepares leaders to facilitate its nine lessons. Register here.
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Mission Haven Newsletter
View the Mission Haven Newsletter here.
- Mission Haven provides affordable short-term housing and friendly hospitality to mission co-workers of PC(USA).
- Mission Haven furnishes a clothes closet of donated clothing for the missionary families as well as for students at local seminaries.
- Mission Haven offers prayers and spiritual support and is located adjacent to Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Ga.
- Mission Haven is supported and operated by Presbyterian Women in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee.
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Reclaiming Our Calling: Deacons & Ruling Elders and the Care of Souls
A Leader Formation Webinar
As a church officer – a Ruling Elder or Deacon - what words do we use to convey concern to others? What things don’t we want to say? A recent 90-minute Leader Formation webinar offered practical advice and tips for supporting and talking with others in times of crisis or illness. If you missed it, here is a link to the recording. PDF and PowerPoint documents are provided, at the link, for reference. Other Leader Formation webinars address other leadership topics and are free for viewing.
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Conferences and Learning Opportunities |
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Savannah Presbytery School of the Laity
The upcoming courses for the Savannah Presbytery School of the Laity are: Intro to Reformed Theology; Intro to the Bible; and Practical Ministries. This event will take place June 23 through 25, at Epworth By the Sea on St. Simons Island. Please register by June 2.
The School of the Laity courses are held hybrid with both online (via Zoom) and in-person participants. Participants can join a small cohort beginning each June and complete the full two-year program or can take a singular course as their schedule permits.
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Apply to Join the Mosaic of Peace Conference in Israel/Palestine in 2024
You are invited to join the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program’s conference to the Holy Land in Israel/Palestine March 4 through 15, 2024. During this conference, you will engage with Christian, Muslim and Jewish leaders; walk in the footsteps of the Prince of Peace and encounter contemporary Palestinians and Israelis; and connect with global and local partners to take meaningful action for a just and lasting peace in the region. Applications are due by Oct. 20, 2023. Browse the PC(USA) webpage for detailed information and to submit an application.
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Key Events
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June 3 – Family Fun Day at Montgomery Center
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June 16-18 – Family Camp at Montgomery Center
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June 16 – Summer Camp begins at Montgomery Center
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June 18 – Father's Day
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June 19 – Juneteenth
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June 23-25 – School of the Laity
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July 4 – Independence Day
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July 28 – Summer Camp ends at Montgomery Center
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August 26 – Presbyterian Women Summer Gathering at Montgomery Center
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September 21-22 – FISH 2.0: Ministry Workers Retreat at Montgomery Center
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October 3 – Fall Stated Presbytery Meeting at St. Giles Presbyterian Church
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Share Your Events
We would be happy to publish your event in the coming weeks! Email Gabrielle@staugpres.org with the dates and details.
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Blessings,
Susan Rose, Moderator of the Presbytery
Charlie Evans, Stated Clerk
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Previous Staying Connected emails are available on our website.
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