Because Presbyterians love potlucks!

First Presbyterian Church in Brownsville had a potluck and played lots of card games like Crazy 8s and Go Fish.

Better Together Grants are available!

They are due on April 15.

Follow this link to fill out the application: 

https://www.mission-presbytery.org/

Winsome Podcast

Austin Seminary's newest podcast, "Winsome," was conceived by two graduates who now serve in the the administration. Taking their cue from the most cherished word in our Mission Statement, Sarah Allen (MDiv’07, DMin’19), director of ministerial formation and advanced studies, and William West (MDiv’16), director of financial aid, converse with members of the Austin Seminary community about all things faith, life, vocation, and the beloved Polity Bowl. 

Earth Care Congregations

Congratulations to these PC(USA) Earth Care Congregations:



Westminster Presbyterian Church, Austin

Madison Square Presbyterian Church, San Antonio



University Presbyterian Church, San Antonio

They were recently certified as Earth Care Congregations by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)'s Presbyterian Hunger Program through February 2024. The Earth Care Congregation certification is designed to recognize churches that make the commitment to take seriously God’s charge to “till and keep” the garden.

This status speaks to the serious commitment that Westminster, Madison Square, and University Presbyterian Churches have made to care for God’s earth. To become an Earth Care Congregation, this congregation affirmed an Earth Care Pledge to integrate environmental practices and thinking into their worship, education, facilities, and outreach. 

Started in 2010 by the PC(USA), the goal of this program is to inspire churches to care for God’s earth in a holistic way, through integrating earth care into all aspects of their church life. The Earth Care Congregation certification honors churches that make that commitment and encourages others to follow their example.

For more information on the Earth Care Congregations program visit

www.pcusa.org/earthcarecongregations.

Do you have some great photos of what's going on in your church? Post them to Facebook and Instagram and tag us, or send them to Melody with a description, and we'll try to use as many as we can.

Summer Staff at JKR

Work outside, make lifelong friends, and positively impact kids' lives.

Are you searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of children and youth? Are you longing for a tangible way to grow in your faith and to share it with others? Do you love the outdoors and do you have a sense of adventure? Are you flexible, creative, patient, fun-loving, kind, and responsible? Do you want to wear shorts, t-shirts, and Chacos to work every day this summer? Positions available for rising juniors in high school through age 26.

https://johnknoxranch.org/summerstaff

Summer Camp Health Care Provider Needed

Are you a medical professional who also loves summer camp? Consider applying to serve as the Health Care Provider for a week or more at John Knox Ranch this summer. Applicants must have current EMT training or higher and must love working with kids in an outdoor setting. If interested, please email Henry Owen jkrdirector@missionpby.org

Presbyterian Foundation Hiring a Program Assistant

The Presbyerian Foundation is hiring a staff person to help serve churches and presbyteries west of the Mississippi. The Ministry Relations Officers (MROs) are the main relationship builders with Pastors as well as Church and Institutional leaders representing the Presbyterian Foundation and its services and support.

The Presbyterian Foundation is hiring a Program Associate to serve the Western US. More information can be found here:

https://www.presbyterianfoundation.org/careers/#PA

New Mo-Ranch Conference for 4th-6th Grade Students

Mo-Ranch is launching a BRAND-NEW Conference this summer just for tweens! During Summit46, youth who are entering 4th through 6th grade come together to be inspired to grow in their faith by learning and living the words and deeds of our Lord Jesus Christ. Youth participants will gather together in the Hill Country for an unforgettable Mo-Ranch experience that’s filled with new friends, spiritual enrichment, worship, study and recreation. Activities and recreation will include everything from taking a challenge on the Mo ropes course, games, energizers, vespers and popsicle parties, to sports, evening movies, swimming in the beautiful Guadalupe, singing God’s praises and more! Join us June 19-22, 2023 for this inaugural event! Register now at moranch.org/attend-a-conference. We can’t wait to see you!

Because Presbyterians love retreats!

The FPC Georgetown staff had a very enlightening retreat on March 8, where they were led through an analysis of the results from the Birkman Assessment.

Because Presbyterians love building!

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bunkbed Build!! All ages encouraged to come build on Saturday, March 25. Check out Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church website for more details https://www.dspres.org/events

Read more information about all of the following postings on the "Leadership Openings" page of our website at: https://www.mission-presbytery.org/leadership-openings

Part-Time Office Manager | St. Andrew/San Antonio

Part-Time Church Administrator | Holy Trinity/San Antonio

Part-Time Pastor | First/Beeville

Development Officer, Austin-Central TX |

Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services

Part-Time Children and Youth Ministry Coordinator |

Central Presbyterian Church/Austin

Part-Time Director of Worship Technology and IT |

First Presbyterian Church/Georgetown

Stated Supply Pastor | First/Mission

Part-time Church Life Administrator. | Emmanuel/San Antonio

PRN-on-call chaplain position. | Hospice Austin

As Mission Presbytery, we connect diverse leaders and congregations by

providing opportunities for worship, learning, and service so that all can flourish

through God’s grace.