Blog Post by Cheryl Rainey,

Member of Pacific Presbyterian and Presbytery Commissioner to the Synod of Mid-American

with History of Pacific Presbyterian Church provided by Sue Reed 

In 1853 the railroad came west from St. Louis, into the small village of Franklin. In 1859, the Franklin was renamed as Pacific City, later to become simply Pacific. The folks that settled in this area were mostly of German and Irish descent.  In the spring of 1864, a group of 10 or so families were working together to form a new church in the small town, and on July 17, 1864, The Presbyterian Church of Pacific City was founded, by the Presbytery of St. Louis. 

Have you been watching GA#226th Online? If not, see if you can spot our commissioners in these submitted screenshots!

Please continue to keep them in prayers as they work and travel home.

Giddings-Lovejoy GA Commissioners

From left to right, Ruling Elder Matthew Miller, Rev. Dr. David Burgess, Ruling Elder Felica Ezell-Gillespie, Rev. Melanie Smith, and Young Adult Advisory Delegate Amelia Burgess

GA#226 UPDATE ON ACTIONS

Here is a quick summary of today's #GA226 actions. More information about these items of business can be found at https://www.pc-biz.org/.

For GA news, previous and current live streams, and other information visit pcusa.org/GA226!

WE NEED YOUR HELP! WE CANNOT DO THIS WITHOUT YOU!

We need your help in filling volunteer positions at the Presbyterian Churchwide Gathering. These positions will be based on your physical abilities, so there will be many opportunities for those with limited mobility, and stationary/sitting positions.

You do NOT have to be an active member of Presbyterian Women or even be a woman. We welcome the support of all people. If you are an older youth or college student in need of volunteer hours, this is the perfect opportunity to serve.

Please call, text or email Janice McMillen at

 jmcmillen@glpby.org or 573.578.3960

If you need to set up a meeting for your team or would like information on a team you might be interested in joining, contact the presbytery office at 314.772.2395

HHH-After School Tutoring and Summer Camp Program (HHH provides after-school tutoring during the school year and is a free summer lunch program at St. John UCC Church in Collinsville, IL) 

Rev. Zach Lysdahl, First United Presbyterian Church, Collinsville taught Bike Safety at HHH, last week. Always wear a helmet! As well as basic care. Checking tire pressure is important.

Olympic Bingo Fundraiser

for School Supply Drive

Saturday, July 13th

Games Begin at 6:00 pm

(doors open at 5:30p)

$10.00 per person. Popcorn/soda included.

Free extra card if you bring in school supplies. 

Florissant Presbyterian/John Knox Church, 13200 New Halls Ferry Rd in Florissant.

The New Horizons Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. We are looking for crafters and vendors to join us! For more information and/or to request an application, please call (314) 427-0841 or e-mail us at newhorizonspcusa@sbcglobal.net Applications will be accepted beginning on July 1st, 2024. Registration Deadline is September 13th, 2024. New Horizons Presbyterian Church is located at 9424 Everman Ave. in Overland, Missouri.

Resource Links



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

Friends,

I apologize for causing confusion and inconvenience. The BOP Overview will be held on Tuesday, August 6^th at 6:30 p.m. The original date conflicts with the Public Witness Book Study and I do not want folks to have to choose between the two.

Peace,

Liz Rolf Kanerva

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

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