Ministry & Mission Matters

Weekly News

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May 7, 2024

Musings from the Field: The Joy of Different Lenses

LOVING OUR NEIGHBORS AS OURSELVES

Please pray for... those impacted by the strong thunderstorms and tornadoes this week, and for the emergency responders who attend to those in need.

Please pray for... students of any age who are taking finals, are heading home for the summer, or graduating and entering the workforce.

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Caring for Our Planet

From the Stated Clerk

Minister ID Cards

Minister ID Cards are now available for pick up at the Presbytery office. If you are unable to pick yours up and would like it mailed to you, please contact the Stated Clerk with the address you would like it mailed.

MINISTRY TEAMS UPCOMING MEETINGS

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

May 6 - May 12

Wed., May 8

11:00 am Transitional Pastors Click Here

Thurs., May 9

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

May 13 - May 19

Mon., May 13

7:00 pm DRAWP Click Here

Tues., May 14

2:00 pm Dynamic Leaders Click Here

Wed., May 15

6:30 pm COM Click Here

Thur., May 16

1:30 pm Vision Team (Oaks Conference Room)

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

Synod of Mid-America Scholarships Available

DEADLINE is July 15, 2024

Funds are available for Presbyterians to use at any accredited institution of higher learning (including trade schools and graduate study programs.)

Scholarships are awarded per school year and are renewable with an annual application. Open to active Presbyterians within the Synod of Mid-America, and whose church membership qualiﬁes as reported December 31, 2023.

Kansas - Total of 100 members or less | Missouri - Total of 50 members or less

Applicants will be judged on academic achievement, and involvement in their local church, school, and community. For more information visit http://synodma.org/college-scholarships

EXPERIENCES & EDUCATION IN THE NEWS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Missouri Right to

Reproductive Freedom Amendment

The Missouri Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment Initiative Petition is collecting signatures now. If enough signatures are collected, this will appear on the ballot in November 2024.

The amendment will amend the Missouri Constitution to provide the right to reproductive freedom.

The Public Witness Team offers an opportunity for all Giddings-Lovejoy churches. One of our team will come to your church with Reproductive Freedom petition sheets to collect signatures. The most successful time to collect signatures is after Sunday services during the Fellowship Hour, but we can come whenever is best for you.

To learn more or if you are interested in participating, please click here for more information.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED

PRESBYTERY WOMEN FROM AROUND THE NATION

GATHER IN ST LOUIS IN AUGUST

Monthly Gathering Quest Emails

Stay informed about the Presbyterian Women Churchwide Gathering opportunities and news with the Gathering Quest emails! These emails—sent the 5th of each month leading up to the Gathering—include news, a reflection, a savings calculator, a fun download, and much more. To be added to the list, email patricia.longfellow@pcusa.org with “Gathering Quest” in the subject line.

Registration Now Open

Registration Options Gathering registration will be available at presbyterianwomen.org/gathering, March 1–July 7, 2024. Know that by registering early, you’ll have the fullest selection of workshops (which can fill up), the option to purchase a Gathering tote bag (which sold out in 2018) and if you register by May 1, you’ll receive the early registration incentives! After July 7, you may register on-site at the Marriott St. Louis Grand.