| Hymn Fest |
 On May 17th, 6:30 pm, at John Knox Presbyterian Church in Greenville, chancel choirs from John Knox, St. Andrews, St. Giles and Greer First Presbyterian churches will combine for a celebration of hymns. It will be a fabulous worship service with magnificent music! In addition to the mass choir pieces, each choir will present a hymn-based anthem. Instrumentalists will include organ, piano, trumpet, trombone, timpani and handbells. The congregation will be invited to participate in hymn singing during worship. Please plan to attend! Donations of canned goods for United Ministries will be accepted at the door. Don't miss this wonderful time of great hymn singing! John Knox Presbyterian Church is located at 35 Shannon Drive in Greenville. |
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FAITHPOINT PRESBYTERIAN HOSTS EVENT
This past Saturday FaithPoint Presbyterian Church, the new church development of Foothills Presbytery, hosted a community event in the West Simpsonville area. The gathering was an opportunity to build community among neighbors in the area off of Rocky Creek Rd. and to introduce folks to Rob Klouw and Katherine Randall, organizing co-pastors. It was a beautiful day and everyone enjoyed the barbecue and fun events. If you are interested in knowing about this NCD, please contact Rob at 864-414-4110 or Katherine at 864-414-8717.
FOUNTAIN INN CHURCH HOSTS ANNUAL PW GATHERING
This past Saturday Fountain Inn Presbyterian Church hosted the Annual Spring Gathering of the Presbyterian Women of Foothills Presbytery. Approximately 40 ladies from 13 different area churches enjoyed a time of learning and fellowship. A love offering of $115 was collected to benefit Thornwell Home for Children. Donations of school supplies and two grocery gift cards were received to benefit a missionary family staying at Mission Haven. |
| Check out New Study Packs! |
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 The Thoughtful Christian
What They Saw: Telling Biblical Stories through New Eyes This six-session Bible study offers fresh insights on familiar Bible stories. Each session provides a playful and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved Bible stories by presenting them from the perspective of lesser-known biblical characters.
The Green Study Pack
This six-session study pack takes a down-to-earth look at the practical concerns of global climate change. Specifically, how is global climate change actually affecting our land, our water, our air? And what should we do about it?
The Summer Study Pack
Getting a headache trying to plan summer education events at your church? Consider purchasing a twelve-week Summer Study Pack. Each study is just one week long, so participants can join in as they are able. Each study comes with an easy-to-follow Leader's Guide.
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| First Greer Member Honored at PC |
 The Presbyterian College Department of Music recently honored seven students during its annual Honors Music Recital. These seven students were chosen through a rigorous selection process and represent the best in musical performance at PC. The honorees include Andrew Morehead, who performed in organ and voice. Andrew( pictured above) is a member of First Presbyterian Church in Greer and is completing his Junior year majoring in Sacred Music. Congratulations to Andrew and best wishes as he serves as a Student Intern at Montreat this summer. |
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College juniors and seniors: Apply now for the Student Opportunity Scholarship for a chance to receive up to $3,000 towards your studies. You may be eligible if you are seeking a bachelor degree with emphasis on the missions of PC(USA) in the following disciplines: Education, Health Service/Science, Religious Studies, Sacred Music or Social Service/Science. DEADLINE TO APPLY IS JUNE 15. |
| Volunteers Needed |
Mental Health America of Greenville County promotes positive mental health for all persons in our community through advocacy, education, and service. They provide housing in Greer and Simpsonville for individuals disabled with chronic mental illnesses. They are in need of on-site volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks. Volunteers should be highly motivated, possess strong organizational skills, able to work independently, be available a minimum of 3 hours per week and most of all be willing to make a difference in the lives of others. For more information, please email volunteer@mhagc.org or call 467-3344. |
| Amendment B Defeated |
After voting on Saturday, April 25, the tallies show that 69 presbyteries were in favor of Amendment B with 88 opposed. Amendment B which would replace the current Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) constitutional requirement that church officers live in "fidelity within the covenant of marriage between a man and a woman or chastity in singleness" with different language has been defeated. Three top leaders of the PC(USA) have sent a letter to the denominations' presbyteries and congregations praising the tone of debate on potentially divisive matters and "giving thanks for a faithful and diverse church." The full text of the letter, signed by General Assembly Moderator Bruce Reyes-Chow, General Assembly Stated Clerk Gradye Parsons and General Assembly Council Executive Director Linda Valentine can be found here.
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| Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
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On Sunday, April 26, 2009, the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services declared a public health emergency. The Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization have confirmed an outbreak of Swine Influenza A (H1N1).
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is blessed to have a team of committed volunteers who actively serve the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) known as the National Response Team. NRT members represent PDA following a disaster in the U.S. and represent the care and concern of the whole Presbyterian community. They are available to help should a crisis occur.
Listed below are resources for more information on Swine Flu:
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(The next disaster preparedness coordinator training will be held in Trinity Presbytery at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church in Lexington, SC on June 20, 9am-3pm. More information is available online.)
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