Mission Presbytery Weekly News

Because Presbyterians love event selfies!

The hard workers at FPC/Brownsville who hosted a potluck so the children and youth of the church have an opportunity to attend summer camp.

February 13, 2025

Registration for childcare for the March Presbytery meeting is now open. Childcare will be available from 1:30-6:00 on Friday and 8:30- noon on Saturday.

All children must be registered by Thursday, February 27.

Click HERE for Registration

2025 Souper Bowl of Caring has ended and Mission Presbytery turned out ready to compete! We ended up with 19 churches that competed this year from all over the Presbytery!

Grace Presbyterian Church in Round Rock returned to the top as the Souper Bowl of Caring Champion and won the coveted championship belt! This is decided by total items per capita! Also, Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church in Austin was victorious in the inaugural Total Items Trophy for the most items collected!

We're already excited and gearing up for 2026's Souper Bowl of Caring! If you're interested in helping in any capacity please reach out to Neil McKown (neil@shpc.org)! Thank you to everyone who competed--thank you for tackling hunger together!

Frank Shirley: Self-Determination

For Black History Month, a blog post about Frank Shirley, "a keen educator of African American presbyters, and a dedicated church administrator in the old Synod of Catawba" who was "devoted to Black people's self-determination."

Interim Unified Agency of the PC(USA) announces shift in approach to global ministry engagement

LOUISVILLE - Leaders in the Interim Unified Agency have taken the next step in reimagining Christ's global ministry work through the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A). This week, IUA staff were notified of the changes that will move global ministry to a new approach designed to build stronger connections with faith communities around the world.

Click below for the Proposed Amendments Booklet and Summary Chart of Amendments

We will vote on these proposed amendments at the March 7-8, 2025, Mission Presbytery meeting at FPC, Kerrville.

Proposed Amendments

Summary Chart of Amendments

In the News

Welcome Pastor Lora East to University Presbyterian Church

University Presbyterian Church joyfully welcomes Pastor Lora East as our new pastor, starting February 2025. A Texas native, Pastor Lora brings extensive ministry experience (most recently serving as Associate Pastor at Brentwood Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles) and advanced theological education, including a Master of Divinity from San Francisco Theological Seminary.

Pastor Lora’s faith focus centers on God’s presence and grace, the reconciling work of Jesus Christ, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and the church’s role in spreading the gospel and promoting justice. She envisions Christian community as a place of relationship, worship, and inclusive action, modeling God’s kingdom for the world.

We are excited for Pastor Lora to join us and look forward to her leadership and ministry in our community!

February Mo Ranch Minute for Mission

Find comfort, hope, and encouragement at a special weekend retreat for adults who have experienced the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, or friend. Held at Mo-Ranch in Hunt, TX, this Faith & Grief retreat offers a compassionate space to navigate grief’s challenges—whether you’re in the depths of raw grief or navigating its lingering waves, this retreat is here to offer hope and encouragement.

Through scripture, spiritual practices, and a supportive community, you’ll connect with others who understand the heartache and find meaningful ways to heal.

Click here to learn more and register.

Here is the direct link: https://www.moranch.org/attend-a-conference/adult-conferences/comfort-hope-journey-grief/

Click HERE for more information and registration

We See You!

Because Presbyterians love Scout Sunday

Pack 52, Troop 52, and Troop 652 were all a part of Scout Sunday at Jackson Woods Presbyterian Church in Corpus Christi.

Because Presbyterians love a potluck!

The Souperbowl of Caring Chili lunch at FPC/McAllen was a rousing success, raising $450 to address hunger issues in the RGV.

Leadership Openings

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

Associate Pastor: Pastor to Children, Youth, and Pastoral Care | Madison Square/San Antonio

Part-Time Stated Supply or CRE | First/Kingsville

Organist/Pianist | Burnet/Burnet

Interim Pastor | Oak Hills/San Antonio

Part-Time Office Administrator and Bookkeeper |

Alamo Heights/San Antonio

Transitional General Presbyter | Mission Presbytery

Part-Time Pastor | First/Cotulla

Part-Time Stated Supply Pastor | First/Copperas Cove

Part-Time Minister | First/Palacios

Head of Staff/Senior Pastor | New Braunfels/New Braunfels

Long Term Substitute Math Teacher | Presbyterian Pan American School