A Vigil for Unity and Hope |
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Even before today's verdict of Officer Chauvin’s trial for the death of George Floyd, The Presbytery of Baltimore had been planning a Prayer Service for Unity & Hope for members of our churches and community. The service will take place Thursday, April 22, online at 7 pm.
Worship organizers, led by the Rev. Karen Brown (Hope) and Rev. Phyllis Felton (Madison Avenue), include: Rev. Keith Paige (Cherry Hill), Presbytery Moderator Audrey Trapp (Faith), Rev. Michele Ward (Brown Memorial Park Avenue), Former Moderator Guy Moody (St. John United), and Susan Krehbiel (Presbytery staff).
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We invite you to join us for a time of prayer, scripture and music.
In contacting the planning team, Rev. Brown expressed her vision for the service: “As we anticipate the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial, I feel compelled to worship, pray, and praise God for being God. Regardless of the verdict of this trial and future trials, I feel we are compelled to be witnesses of peace, justice, and healing. I invite all who want to pray for unity and an end to hatred and racism to join us.”
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The Baltimore Presbytery Podcast
Episode 2: Rev. Kate Foster
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Rev. José López-Chapa is back this month with another conversation with pastors and leaders in our community and beyond. Through these conversations, we hope to share more about the incredible people connect to Baltimore Presbytery. In this month's episode, José is joined by the Rev. Kate Foster, Director of The Center Baltimore. Tune in for a candid discussion with Rev. Foster and learn more about about this incredible ministry!
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Thriving Congregations Grant season is here! |
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Many churches in our Presbytery are seeking to transform themselves through the development of viable and vibrant ministries, yet some lack the current leadership or membership capacity to fully realize their goals. The Commission on Thriving Congregations is aware of the growing number of congregations where assessment, planning and grant assistance may make the difference between continued ministry and closing.
The types of grants are:
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Board of Pensions Grant – Assistance for pension dues to supplement part-time pastoral leadership (up to 3 years MAXIMUM)
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Program Grant – Assistance for congregational transformation and intentional evangelism through programmatic initiatives (up to $35,000.00/year)
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Capital Grant – Assistance for capital building costs/repairs related to a programmatic initiative. Capital Grants are only available for existing programs or projects. (up to $35,000.00/year)
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SLD Coaching Grant – Assistance for clergy coaching for (1) any clergy entering our presbytery to take a new call or for (2) clergy who are pastoring churches that have completed an assessment process and are implementing a new vision for their congregation (up to $1,500/year to be distributed at the discretion of the POB SLD Liaison)
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Deadline for applications is May 14, 2021 |
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Katie Cannon Scholarship available for Presbyterian women of color |
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Clergywomen and other women of color are invited to apply for the Katie Cannon Scholarship, sponsored by the Women’s Ministry Fund. Awards up to $1,500 will be given to qualifying women for expenses for a leadership development event in the United States.
The Rev. Dr. Katie Geneva Cannon was a foundational voice in womanist theology, which seeks to escape the white- and male-centered views of religion and ethics and to value the experiences and insights of Black women in those areas. The deadline for applications is June 1. More information
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Rev. Francis E. Tennies died November 1, 2020 at the age of 82. He transferred into Baltimore Presbytery in 1998 from Pittsburgh Presbytery where he was Honorably Retired. He served as a Temporary Supply pastor at Fallston Presbyterian in 1998 and in 2004-2006 served as an Interim Pastor at the Bishop Cummins Memorial Reformed Episcopal Church in Catonsville. The Rt. Rev. David L. Hicks, Bishop Co-adjutor, wrote: "Rev. Tennies' training and experience in the interim process were of immeasurable benefit....his able leadership and sensitive pastoral skills were a blessing to all.”
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Presbyterian Women’s Directory Update |
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It’s almost May! That’s the traditional time for Presbyterian Women in the Presbytery of Baltimore (PWP) to update our directory. It has been a while since we did this. So, please send Joan Berry your current contact(s) for information by the end of May.
We need to have: The church; Contact name, and associated activity, address, email, and phone number(s). If you don’t have a formal PW, perhaps you can locate a contact in women’s bible study or other women’s clubs within your church. Or, you may simply want information sent to someone in the church administration. Whoever it is, please let us know the basic information listed above and affiliation so we can get our news and questions to the right person.
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Educational Opportunities |
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9th Annual William S. Perper Faith-Health Symposium |
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All are welcome to join this free virtual series. This year’s symposium will focus solely on substance use disorder and will feature health professionals, clergy and individuals who have “lived” experience with substance use. We invite you to tune in to one or all of the keynote presentation listed below.
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SESSION 1 Thursday, April 29 – 12 to 1:30 pm: History of Opioids
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SESSION 2 Thursday, May 6 – 12 to 1:30 pm: Re-Painting the Canvas: Recovery from Alcohol Use Disorder
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SESSION 3 Thursday, May 6 – 12 to 1:30 pm: Panel Discussion: Ministry and Addiction
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Deepen your faith and develop practical tools for an engaged ministry |
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Registration for the Summer Semester at St. Mary's Ecumenical Institute is now open. The regular registration period runs from Monday, April 12 – Friday, April 23. New students are able to register any time before May 15th. Visit our website to view course descriptions, to enroll email Kaye Guidugli.
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April 12 - Registration Opens
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May 15 - Summer 2021 Class Begin
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June 28 - Summer 2021 Class Meetings End
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The Circle of Life - The Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network features Rev. Fern Cloud, pastor of Pejuhutazizi Presbyterian Church on the Upper Sioux Dakota Community, Granite Falls, MN. In our culture we view life’s journey as a circle. There are four stages in our life’s journey, as there are four seasons, four directions. The circle of life is referred to as medicine wheel, in that are many teaching for a good long life. Register here.
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Installation Service of Rev. Sungjin Kim - The Administrative Commission of Glen Burnie Korean Presbyterian Church would like to cordially invite the Presbytery of Baltimore to attend the service on Sunday, April 25th, at 3 pm on Zoom.
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May 6 - Community Engagement Conversations - Center staff gather on Zoom to facilitate a conversation about your congregation’s efforts to engage with the local community. Bring success stories, frustrations, questions, or places you are stuck, and we will brainstorm together. Register here.
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891st Gathering of the Presbytery of Baltimore
Save the date: Thursday May 13, 2021, 10 am – 12 noon. In addition to business and worship, there will be opportunities to attend break-out sessions later in the afternoon focused on timely topics TBA. More information will be shared on our website and in future editions of this Tidings e-newsletter.
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Worship and Music Conferences in Montreat
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This year, the conference theme is Gathered in My Name, and fitting with the name, The Presbyterian Association of Musicians are pleased to offer both in-person and online options for attending. They have assembled a stellar conference faculty that will be offering classes for all interests: musicians, pastors, educators, and church members - anyone interested in collaborative worship. Everyone is invited to visit their website to learn more about the plans for this summer.
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In-Person Conference Dates:
Week 1: June 20 - 25, 2021
Week 2: June 27 - July 2, 2021
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Online Conference Dates:
June 27 - July 2, 2021
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Office Administrator
Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church in Crofton MD seeks a part-time office administrator to support the church staff and congregation. Candidate should possess strong organizational skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office & website maintenance software, and ability to work independently. Other assets are a willingness to deal with the public, discretion, and ethical standards. Position is 24 hours per week. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to church.office@popchurch.org
Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church, in Annapolis, Maryland, seeks an individual to oversee all aspects of their childcare program. Read the full job description at link above for more information.
Havenwood Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time Church Office Administrator with strong organizational skills to provide administrative and secretarial assistance to the pastor, staff, clerk, elders, and committee chairpersons to facilitate the day to day operations of the church. Applicants should send cover letters and resumes to havenwoodptp@gmail.com.
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The Presbytery offices are closed for visits or appointments until further notice, but staff and commissions continue to meet regularly online.
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