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The Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church of Clearwater, Florida Located in the heart of downtown Clearwater, The Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church is a vibrant worshiping community of fewer than 100 active disciples. We are seeking a part-time bridge pastor to preach, teach and serve alongside us from May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027 while we prayerfully seek our next shepherd. We know to whom we belong and to what we are called. Most of us are retired. A few of us are working pro

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is pleased to join a collaboration of other disaster, crisis, and preparedness organizations in offering the Spring 2026  Disaster Emotional and Spiritual Care Academy. Beginning March 23, 2026, six weeks of live webinars will offer pragmatic and informative sessions to help faith and community leaders address needs emerging from disasters and other crises. Webinars are offered at no cost to participants. Watch for more information in the com

This 7-week Wisdom Lab invites us into a layered conversation between contemporary witness and ancient scripture. We’ll read The Message alongside the Bible in its full range of voices—lament and protest, memory and hope, prophetic critique and hard-earned wisdom. The Message begins as a meditation on writing—but becomes something sharper: an autopsy of the stories that shape our lives and justify our suffering. Across three journeys—Senegal, South Carolina, and Palestine—

by Bobbie Wrenn Banks When Gum Creek Presbyterian Church in Oxford, GA (Greater Atlanta Presbytery) learned that Amani Women's Center (AWC) needed sewing machines, it struck a chord. They had not known of AWC before, but this small, strong church in Oxford, GA recognized the call to love. They purchased 5 new Singer Heavy Duty 4432 Sewing Machines, blessing them in worship with prayer and the laying on of hands. More machines followed and, to date, Gum Creek has delivered 14

Fort Frederica Presbyterian Church invites the Savannah Presbytery (and those beyond the Presbytery) to join a year-long Bible reading journey in 2026 using the Old/New Testament Daily Reading Plan. Participation is free, with flexible options to receive daily readings by email through Bible Gateway or see them shared on Facebook. Daily reading links will also be posted on the Fort Frederica Presbyterian Church Facebook page . Each Sunday afternoon, Fort Frederica will shar

My 12 th wedding anniversary was at the beginning of the year and, it’s got me thinking about how we celebrate our relationships and ministries together as a Church. Ordinations and Installations of a Minister of the Word and Sacrament are required to take place outside of Sunday morning, at a time that enables substantial participation of the presbytery. The reason for that is community. We celebrate in community. We can’t be present for our community outside of our own con

Save the Dates! Join with PC(USA) friends for a churchwide film study on Evicting the American Dream , produced by Counter Stories Productions. This documentary explores homelessness, the U.S. housing crisis, and its impact on children. The online gatherings will take place once a week on Mondays throughout February. Participants will hear from featured speakers and engage in conversations about redlining, housing commodification, eviction, the effects of housing insecurity

During the recent government shutdown, rising food costs and disrupted support systems have increased food insecurity for many families. In response, the generosity of our communities has been overwhelming. Members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) have stepped forward in powerful ways—organizing food drives, filling pantries, and sharing resources to ensure neighbors do not go without. This outpouring of care reflects our shared commitment to compassion and justice, especi

Devotions for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany Author and pastor the Rev. Dr. Robert Boak Slocum talks about his Advent/Christmas/Epiphany devotional on ‘A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast’   LOUISVILLE — What does it mean to find comfort and hope in the seasons of Advent and Christmas and then Epiphany? For their answer, the Rev. Lee Catoe and Simon Doong, the hosts of “A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast,” turned to the Rev. Dr. Robert Boak Slocum, the author of a book of m

Lord of Light, As we await the coming of Christ, we open our hearts to the gifts of this holy season. Fill us with hope , that we may trust in Your promises and eagerly anticipate the joy of Your arrival. Grant us peace , that we might live in harmony with one another and reflect Your calming presence in the world. Instill in us joy , that our hearts may rejoice in Your love and in the blessings of this season. And pour out Your love upon us, that we may share it freely with

Where you’ll spot me in January 2026 (All zoom unless noted): January 7 - 1 st Wednesday SACK Lunch with COM Leaders January 8 - Embody Committee Funding Model Development Team January 9&10 - Coordinating Committee online retreat January 12 - Cultivate Committee Florida Presbytery Search Committee January 13 - Staff meeting January 14 - Columbia Theological Seminary Mid Council Partnership January 20 - New Synod Commissioner Orientation 6:30 pm – 8 pm Eastern January 24 -

I have LOTS of words to describe what the world is going through right now. The ones I can list here include grief, dystopia, mourning, disbelief, etc. During the Advent season, a season of preparation for the arrival of Christ having come and coming again, the world continues to see grievous loss of human beings, culture, history and especially decency. When wars and senseless murders are happening in such rapid succession, how and where can we find hope? This isn’t about si

For over a decade, Grant Chapel Presbyterian Church and First Presbyterian Church in Darien, GA (Savannah Presbytery) have collaborated for a community event that brings together people of faith and goodwill to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas through prayer, song, and fellowship.   The joyous event will take place Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 4:30 pm at Grant Chapel Presbyterian Church in Darien (across the street from the Darien Post Office).   They are honored to welc

The Synod of South Atlantic recently awarded 14 grants to churches within the Synod. Some grants supported church building improvement, while others helped churches with new ministry ideas and cultivating community partnerships and peacemaking efforts. Two groups within Providence Presbytery received grants to support their ministries. Congratulations to the Graceful Threads Quilting Group at Grace Presbyterian Church in Fort Mill, SC for receiving a $3,000 grant. Part of the

The Presbyterian Historical Society is in the process of developing a resource and/or training to help churches research and write their own histories through an anti-racist lens. To inform the process, PHS staff would like to hear directly from churches and mid councils on what would be most useful for you as you engage in this work via this survey . As part of this effort, PHS is collecting and preserving products of self-study undertaken by PC(USA) congregations and mid c

Providence Presbytery is launching a new workplace justice initiative, and we need your help. Our first step is to use the gifts and skills in our Presbytery to create a "safety net" of sorts. Imagine how folks within our communities might benefit from the following: An employment lawyer to advocate for legal recourse in regards to unfair working conditions A realtor to help ensure people have the best housing option available Someone specializing in health care to help find

It was a joyful occasion at First Presbyterian Church of Brandon (Presbytery of Tampa Bay) as the congregation gathered on November 2nd All Saints’ Day to celebrate 35 years of Stephen Ministry—a caring ministry that has touched countless lives within the church and beyond. The celebration included a special visit from Rev. Paul Reiter, who helped organize and launch Stephen Ministry at First Presbyterian more than three decades ago. Rev. Reiter shared memories of the ministr

Greetings from the   Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations ! The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), along with Presbyterian Women, will form a joint delegation to attend the  70th Commission on the Status of Women  (CSW70) to be held March 9–20, 2026.  CSW is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women.  We are proud to be a part of this community of over 5,000 participants from around the

Dearest Choir Directors, Ensemble Leaders, Singers, Musicians, and Friends: I hope this message finds you well! As the holiday season approaches, I am excited to extend a heartfelt invitation to you and your choir or small ensemble to participate in our upcoming event, “Joyful Harmonies: A Holiday Celebration.” Join us at Light of Hope Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM for an afternoon filled with music, joy, and community spirit! On the day of the e

Here’s where you might find our Synod Exec/Stated Clerk in the coming weeks:   Nov 9-12 - Mid Council Leader Gathering, Louisville, KY Nov 10 - Cultivate Committee via Zoom Nov 13 - Embody Committee via Zoom Funding Model Development Team via Zoom Nov 19-21 - 2025 Mid Council Financial Conference, Chicago, IL Dec 2 - Central Florida Presbytery, New Smyrna Beach, FL Coordinating Committee via Zoom Dec 3 - Synod of South Atlantic S.A.C.K. Lunch via Zoom Dec 4 - Presbyter