Blog Post by Mike Willock

2018 Moderator of Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy

Member at Second Presbyterian Church, Saint Louis

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This summer the Office of Presbyterian Youth Triennium is releasing a series of youth service Quicksheets that can be used for Youth in the Church and World Sunday or at any time youth lead worship! The first in this series comes from Rev. Pepa Paniagua who writes, “In a world that demands so much of our time, so much of our attention, this worship service is meant to feel like a breath – a moment of rest.” Check out this creative approach to worship inspired by music and lyrics, and look for more youth service Quicksheets all summer! https://hubs.ly/Q02C5y-60 #PCUSA

Did you know June is Gun Violence Awareness Month? As part of the "Decade to End Gun Violence," the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program is taking applications for grants to help PC(USA) congregations, mid-councils, worshiping communities and institutions conduct events to combat gun violence. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02yRXmv0 #PCUSA #EndGunViolence

Westminster and First Presbyterian of Cape Girardeau began a Summer Series titled BIG SCREEN THEOLOGY on Sunday, June 16. They offer two weekly gatherings to watch a movie together and then Rev. Ellen Gurnon will preach a sermon based on the movie the following Sunday. They're keeping it light and fun – most, if not all of the films are animated by Disney / Pixar.

Resource Links



• https://seasonofrebuilding.pensions.org/2025-plan-changes/dues-packages
• https://www.pensions.org/decision-guide/

Saint Louis Metro CROP Hunger Walk Registration is Open

CROP WALK HELD - SEPTEMBER 29th

No one in this world should be hungry. That's why the Saint Louis Metro CROP Hunger Walk is more than just a gathering of people in a place. We're part of a movement, taking steps and raising funds to provide meals for those in our community who need them - and supporting programs that create greater food security in communities worldwide.

Please join us in the fight against hunger. The steps we take and the funds we raise will make a difference in the lives of others.

Learn How to Become Involved

Registration is open for the 2024 Evangelism Conference! Join us Oct. 3-5 at the Presbyterian Center in Louisville, Kentucky for a journey into a more expansive and authentic understanding and practice of evangelism. Learn more about the conference here: https://hubs.ly/Q02zRBhk0

In honor of Gun Violence Awareness Month, help your congregation, group or organization explore issues of gun violence and what we can do about it. Newly updated in 2024, the Gun Violence Prevention Congregational Toolkit from Presbyterian Peace Fellowship offers worship resources, case studies, action ideas and more. Access the toolkit here: https://hubs.ly/Q02xZhHc0

Real Tools for Real Ministry

September 23 - 25 | Portland, Oregon

Stewardship Kaleidoscope is an annual conference offering excellent plenary speakers, informative workshop leaders, provocative worship experiences, and incredible networking opportunities for all who are passionate about stewardship and generosity. Drawing leaders from across the Presbyterian Church (PCUSA), the Lutheran Church (ELCA), and other ecumenical partners, Stewardship Kaleidoscope is designed to help participants explore stewardship in its many colorful dimensions!

Our mission is to create an annual event that:

• Ignites Generosity
• It Gives Practical Tools for Cultivating Generosity in Congregations
• Expands the Leadership Capacity of Those Who Lead Stewardship Initiatives
• Cultivates Adaptive Approaches for Funding Christ’s Mission

Rev. Ryan Landino

Presbytery Leader

rlandino@glpby.org

314.409.9002

Rev. Liz Kanerva

Associate

Presbytery Leader

ekanerva@glpby.org

314.779.6809

Rev. Dr. Brandan Eddy

Stated Clerk

beddy@glpby.org

618.781.9615

Leigh Porter

Office Manager

lporter@glpby.org

314.225.9470

Janice McMillen

Communications Associate

jmcmillen@glpby.org

573.578.3960

Presbytery Moderator - Elder, Lorenzo Clayton

Presbytery Vice-Moderator - Rev. Dr. Dave Burgess

Vision Team Moderator - Rev. Mel Smith