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PC(USA) Invites Nominations for Delegates to the 2026 UN Commission on the Status of Women
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
Synod of South Atlantic
Nov 19, 20252 min read


Joyful Harmonies: A Holiday Celebration
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
Synod of South Atlantic
Nov 18, 20251 min read
Where's Valerie?
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

Valerie Young
Nov 18, 20251 min read


Responding with Gratitude
Pastor Christina Greenawalt Co-chair, Synod Inspire Committee Vice-Moderator Elect Synod of South Atlantic This November, as we approach Thanksgiving, our thoughts naturally turn to gratitude. It is a time for counting our blessings—the warmth of family, the comfort of home, and the richness of our shared life, the community, our churches and the synod. This year, let us consider what it means to be grateful not just for what we have, but for the very abundance of God that
Synod of South Atlantic
Nov 18, 20253 min read


Small and Mighty Presentations
Click HERE to return to the Small & Mighty page . Next Small and Mighty Zoom Gathering March 3rd 7:00 – 8:00 pm ET / 6:00 – 7:00 pm CT Topic: Making the Most of Polity in Small Churches Facilitator: Rev. Andy James, Stated Clerk of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta Summary: Sometimes it can feel like Presbyterian polity must be stretched and squeezed to make things fit for small churches, but small churches are also used to stretching resources to make the most of the gift
Synod of South Atlantic
Oct 16, 20254 min read


Teaching With Trauma Awareness
Robyn Mills, Scholarship Recipient It has been an honor to be a teacher at the MIPC ( Merrit Island Presbyterian Church, Merritt Island, FL ) for over 15 years now, I have grown over those years and continued to learn with these children. Starting as a teacher for 3-year-olds to now one of the preschool’s Co-Directors. Over the years, I have noticed that the children around me have changed, their behaviors, their needs. My eyes have been opened to see that our community needs
Synod of South Atlantic
Oct 16, 20252 min read


A Liturgy to Celebrate the Gifts of Service to the Larger Church
Today we are gathered to celebrate the wonderful people who have volunteered their time, talent, and treasure to the larger church, through service to Flint River Presbytery, Synod of the South Atlantic, and the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Paul tells us that there are variety of gifts and varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone as a manifestation of the Holy Spirit for the common good. There is no insig
Synod of South Atlantic
Oct 16, 20252 min read


October is "Clergy Appreciation Month"
Take a moment this month to focus on what you appreciate most about your pastoral leaders and any other staff you may have. Here are a few suggestions to share with your particular congregation. At the very least , send a hand-written note to your clergy to share your appreciation. Our words matter. Make it personal and thoughtful rather than a quick “shout out” on Facebook. Other tangible acts of appreciation may include the following: Offer gift cards or a “coupon” for
Synod of South Atlantic
Oct 16, 20252 min read
Where's Valerie?
Here’s where you might find our Synod Exec/Stated Clerk in the coming weeks: Oct 13 - Cultivate Committee via Zoom Oct 15 - Synod Exec forum via Zoom Oct 16 - Synod Task Force on Insurance via Zoom Oct 17-19 - Synod PW Conference, St. Simon’s Island, GA Oct 20 - Stated Meeting of Synod of South Atlantic via Zoom Oct 22 - Stated Clerks Gathering via Zoom EP/GP Gathering via Zoom Oct 23 - PC(USA) Leader Formation Webinar – Polity "Back to Basics" via Zoom Oct 26 - Pr

Valerie Young
Oct 16, 20251 min read


Because of YOU, SoSA changes lives!
What does it take to change a life? Is it a single event, a powerful sermon, or a charismatic leader? The truth is, it's something far more profound: it's the collective, faithful actions of people like you. When we say church changes lives, it’s not because of a grand master plan—it’s because of YOU. Every week, a new chapter is written in our story, and every commissioner, pastor, and volunteer in our synod is an author. For some, it's the chapter of a new beginning, a welc
Synod of South Atlantic
Oct 16, 20253 min read


Ministry Ideas
Ministry Idea from First Presbyterian Church of Quincy (Presbytery of Florida) Do you know how to sew? Would you like to share your...
Synod of South Atlantic
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Fresh Ideas Start Here: FISH 2.0 Conference
On August 22–23, Westminster By The Sea Presbyterian Church in Daytona Beach Shores hosted FISH 2.0 Fresh Ideas Start Here, a...
Synod of South Atlantic
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Valerie's View - Growth. It can be hard to see sometimes.
I’m not talking about numbers. That’s too obvious. I’m talking about the development of a growth mindset. I f you’ve been paying...

Valerie Young
Sep 17, 20252 min read


Presbyterian Women's Triennial Gathering
Online Registration Form - https://forms.gle/uheYGumVMMJBohY99 Link to Reserve Lodging at Epworth by the Sea - www.epworthbythesea.org...
Synod of South Atlantic
Aug 15, 20251 min read


Jesus and Justice: Young Adult Advocacy Conference
Registration is open for the PC(USA)'s Jesus and Justice Young Adult Advocacy conference, which will take place in Michigan this fall as...
Synod of South Atlantic
Aug 15, 20251 min read


Tampa Bay Practical Resources Summer Events
Presbytery of Tampa Bay offers Practical Resources for Churches (PRCs). The FREE upcoming summer 2025 online events are listed below. All...
Synod of South Atlantic
Aug 15, 20251 min read


Social Witness Policy on AI - Survey
The 226th General Assembly approved the creation of a new Social Witness Policy on Artificial Intelligence and Faith. The Committee of...
Synod of South Atlantic
Aug 15, 20251 min read


Courageous Conversations - Discipleship and Faith Formation
Jesus said the greatest commandment was to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. The next greatest commandment was to...
Synod of South Atlantic
Aug 14, 20251 min read


Back-to-School Bingo: Belle Terrace Presbyterian Church Thinks Outside the Box to Serve Youth
Belle Terrace Presbyterian Church in Augusta, Georgia (Northeast Georgia Presbytery) recently hosted its first-ever Back-to School Bingo,...
Synod of South Atlantic
Aug 14, 20252 min read


Valerie's View - The Cost of Reformation and Transformation
I have the privilege of serving with awesome leaders! The synod is blessed with talented, dedicated servants that chair each of the...

Valerie Young
Aug 14, 20252 min read
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