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July 16 , 2024

The Challenge Of – and To - Reconciliation

"God wants reconciliation before He wants sacrifice. He doesn’t want sacrifice until He’s got reconciliation..."


Blog Post by Lanin Thomasma

Ruling Elder, Steelville Presbyterian Church

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LOVING OUR NEIGHBORS AS OURSELVES

  • Please pray for ... those who have been rocked by unexpected diagnoses


  • Please pray for... pastors and congregations in transition


  • Please pray for... former former Presbytery Moderator, Michelle Smith and her family, in the passing of her brother, Jeffrey Koepke
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Saddened to Report

Friends, please be in prayer for Rev. W. C. "Dub" Koon, and his family, in the passing of his beloved wife, Carolyn Koon, on June 24, 2024. Her obituary may be found by clicking here.

Rev. Koon, unfortunately, also experienced the passing of his son Brian Mark Koon on July 17, 2024. His obituary may be found by clicking here.

The services for both Carolyn and Brian were held at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church.

MINISTRY TEAMS UPCOMING MEETINGS

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

July 22 - July 28


Sun., July 28



  • 3:00 pm Clerk of Session Cohort CheckIn Click Here

July 29 - Aug. 5


Tues., July 30

  • 6:00 pm DRAWP Racial Equity/Antiracism Task Force Meeting (Diane sending link)

COMING SOON...

Aug. 5 - Aug. 11


Thurs., Aug. 8

  • 9:30 am History Team at Southminster Presbyterian
  • 1:00 pm Gather Planning Click Here

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

REGISTER TO ATTEND THIS IN-PERSON GATHERING

EXPERIENCES & EDUCATION IN THE NEWS

ADDRESSING HUNGER GLOBALLY

Wed., July 24 - 1:30 pm at Braeutigam Orchards


Presbyterian Friends Interested in Global Hunger...Jaff Bamenjo, the Coordinator of the Network for the Fight against Hunger (RELUFA), the Joining Hands partner of the Presbyterian Hunger Program in Cameroon, will be in the area soon.

On Wednesday, July 24 at 1:30 pm at Braeutigam Orchards, 2795 Turkey Hill Lane, Belleville, IL 62221, Jaff will be talking about his program in Cameroon, the Growing Hope Globally organizer will be talking about how churches in our area can support the program.

College and Young Adult Sunday Sunday, August 4


Check out these worship liturgies, commissioning, and other ideas to lift up and celebrate these young adults in your congregation.

https://hubs.ly/Q02FJmTn0

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION & TO REGISTER

Ronnie Osborn retired from St. Charles Presbyterian Church on May 19, 2024, after 19 years of service. His church family, friends from former churches where he served, and family members all gathered to celebrate him and his wife, Margaret. It was a joyous and bittersweet time, marked with laughter and tears. There was beautiful music, including a bagpiper and choir, and his last sermon was one of love for God and every one of us he served. Following worship, we continued the celebration with a luncheon of his favorite foods, several special gifts, and lots of Mickey Mouse decorations, another favorite of his. It was a wonderful time and a special opportunity to send him off in style knowing he is deeply appreciated and loved. He will be missed but not forgotten as he served SCPC well!


Use the QR Code or Click on the Link below to buy your tickets

https://bit.ly/DWGPC

 

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 6th 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

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Hunger Action Network Call

Wednesday, July 24 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

 Join Zoom Meeting - https://zoom.us/j/94785401914


If you are a Hunger Action Congregation, please remember that you are welcome to invite others to join our Hunger Action Network, whether they are part of a Hunger Action Congregation or others who are working to help eliminate the causes of hunger. Sign up by clicking here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey3uE5n3Qz0GMQxSMsF9H7T6doWXby1p-y4dav5diRl7Ib3w/viewform

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
LEARN MORE BY CLICKING HERE

Presbytery Staff Contact Information

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