Mission Presbytery News

Sharing communion, participating in the joyful feast of the people of God, is one the great privileges of our faith and a key part of our worship. However, we are aware that some congregations, without regular pastoral leadership, are not able to celebrate this sacrament. Your Mission Presbytery Commission on Ministry affirms the importance of the Lord’s Supper and as a part of Christian worship and is looking for ways to make the table more accessible. One option is for Ruling Elders of...

As digital payments become a normal part of everyday life, churches across the country are embracing platforms like Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App to make giving easier and more convenient. However convenience always comes with a cost—and in this case, that cost is increased fraud exposure, record‑keeping challenges, and stewardship risks that many ministries are not prepared to manage. A recent article from Church Law & Tax, “Should Churches Accept Donations Through Venmo, Zelle, and Cash...

From Rev. Libby Janes, Director of the Synod Partnership for Disaster Recovery: Be very cautious this week on roadways due to flash flooding. Some flash flood alerts have been happening over the past couple of days, and more flash flooding is expected this week. Please see the map above from the National Weather Service with rainfall projections. Here's a Texas Department of Transportation state resource that tracks road closures: https://drivetexas.org/?ll=-97.6200,30.4017&z=9 Flood Safety...