Because Presbyterians love SNOW!:
Many parts of Mission Presbytery were blessed with a bit of snow on Sunday, January 10th, creating picturesque photos like this one from Hyde Park Presbyterian Church in Austin. Keep all of this cold, blustery weather as a pleasant memory when the calendar rolls around to August.
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MISSION PRESBYTERY
WEEKLY NEWS
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Vital Congregations Update |
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Because of the pandemic, the Vital Congregations Initiative "two-year timeline" took quite a hit - almost just out of the starting gate. Things have been delayed and in some cases put on hold since last March for several of our congregations taking part. We also said farewell, with our thanks, to facilitators Leon Bloder and John Roberts. They both were doing so much heavy lifting with their own congregations that they felt unable to give all that was necessary to working with other congregations.
Two pieces of good news:
- We're happy to share that our new facilitators will be Carol Clarke and Al Krummenacher! Both are well-known and well-loved across the Presbytery. They'll be doing some training with the folks at PMA, then will be starting up in earnest with our congregations.
- The folks at PMA learned from the pandemic that God's timeline is a lot more important than our own! And so they have encouraged everyone to take the initiative at their own pace - the pace that is right for your congregation.
What these things mean, when put together: now is a great opportunity for your congregation to consider signing on to be part of the Vital Congregations Initiative. We are going to open to registration back up from now through the end of February. This would be a GREAT time for you and your Session to consider/reconsider whether you want to focus on congregational vitality in this new year. As we begin to emerge from the pandemic, the timing would be perfect for you to consider where God may be calling you, and what you can do to revitalize your congregation. Please talk to Sallie, Carol or Al if you're interested!
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MOJC Call for Grant Applications is January 22 |
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The Mission, Outreach and Justice Committee of Mission Presbytery is pleased to re-announce the call for 2021 grant applications. The deadline is January 22. The MOJC grants are aimed at equipping our ministry partners who are making a positive impact in the community by responding to ongoing or emergent community needs as recognized by our regional congregations and nonprofit partners serving those in need. Any congregation or organization is eligible to apply for a MOJC grant.
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Third Sunday Resources for Jan. 17th now online |
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Mission Presbytery offers "Third Sunday" worship services for your congregation. These resources include video sermons and liturgical elements.
You can find liturgical and video resources for Sunday, January 17th on the Mission Presbytery website now.
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Before her weekly "miscellany", Laurie writes: I pray that in these days you are finding ways to “glorify God, enjoy God, and worship God.” I know that my prayers have been deep into those who are ill, for the unemployed, and for our governmental leadership from my burg to the White House. I pray for our congregations, for pastors and other leaders who have worked tirelessly in new ways over the past year. I thank God for those who engineered the vaccine and ask for blessings upon those receiving it.
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Sallie's message is short, sweet, and simple.
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Register for Summer Camp 2021 at
John Knox Ranch
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At John Knox Ranch, we foster experiences of Christian community in the beauty of God’s creation. JKR is a place where love, acceptance, grace, and FUN flow freely.JKR offers resident camp for students entering grades 2 – 12 and day camp for kids ages 4 – 8.
We don’t know how Coronavirus cases will look in our nation or local area next summer but we are planning an amazing summer of outdoor adventures, fresh air, and friendships. We will develop a safety plan that is appropriate for whatever the reality is when we get to summer 2021 and we will keep you posted throughout the spring. Register at no financial risk to you. You can request a full refund at any time.
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NEXT Church 2021 National Gathering is Virtual and Free |
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GOOD NEWS! The NEXT Church 2021 National Gathering is happening! We’ve been dreaming, praying, contemplating, and planning how to make this happen and there are a few things that you need know: The 2021 National Gathering will be live online March 5-7. This means you can attend the gathering from anywhere!
This event is for ALL church leaders. Not just clergy or professional church workers. We have carefully designed this gathering for all church leaders to learn and grow, and that means elders, deacons, youth workers, volunteers, active members, and YOU!
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Free Webinars on Foster Care and Adoption |
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Sunday, January 10 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, January 14 at 8:00 PM
Tuesday, January 19 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, January 23 at 10:00 AM
Wednesday, January 27 at 8:00 PM
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Because Presbyterians love SNOW!:
Another picturesque snowscape photo, this time from First Presbyterian Church in Elgin.
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Church Worship and Meeting Plans Worksheet |
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The Presbytery office has compiled a listing of worship opportunities and programs being offered by the Presbytery's churches. The file is in Excel format and can be downloaded from the website Virtual Community page. Please contact Melody Gonzalez at the Presbytery office with any updates. |
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Find it on our "Virtual Community" Web Page |
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- Scattered Church Resource Support Survey - NEW
- Online Giving in 2020 - NEW
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Northminster Presbyterian Church in Northwest San Antonio is seeking a full time pastor. Interested candidates may email his or her PIF to ramsdoc918@gmail.com or mail it to Northminster Presbyterian Church, 6800 Tezel Road, San Antonio, TX 78250, ATTN: PNC Chair.
St. Mark Presbyterian Church, in rapidly growing Boerne, Texas located in the beautiful hill country, is seeking a full-time Solo Pastor. You are invited to email your PIF to pncstmarktx@gmail.com or mail to St. Mark, P.O. Box 1274, Boerne, Texas 78006.
Canyon Lake Presbyterian Church is searching for a part-time Administrator.
First Presbyterian Church of Kingsville is seeking a full-time or part-time Pastor.
Northminster Presbyterian Church in San Antonio is seeking a part-time Director of Christian Education.
Hospice Austin has a PRN-on-call chaplain position.
First Presbyterian Church of Uvalde is seeking a part-time Pastoral Leader.
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We are Mission Presbytery, serving Christ in the World. In the Reformed Tradition, together we,
- Establish and equip congregations and session to carry out their missions;
- Recruit, receive, ordain, develop, and care for those called to service in the church;
- Enable mission and witness to the Gospel that congregations cannot accomplish alone; and
- Steward our resources faithfully and generously.
We are better together.
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