The Commission on Spiritual Leader Development is offering the opportunity to join Zoom calls focused on the challenges of congregational ministry in the midst of the the COVID-19 pandemic—issues such as working from home with kids, meeting pastoral care needs in your congregation, and just taking care of yourself. On each call, a coach will […]
Spiritual Direction and COVID-19
Spiritual direction is a relatively new practice in Presbyterian Churches so many people do not know the benefits it offers. A spiritual director (or spiritual friend, companion) is not a spiritual super-hero, but rather a person who is also walking their own spiritual journey and learning along the way. Spiritual directors have been trained to […]
Thriving Congregations Technology Grant
The Commission on Thriving Congregations has announced the formation and availability of modest grants for COVID-19 related technology expenses encumbered by congregations seeking to develop and expand their electronic outreach. Up to $250/congregation for hardware/software (including subscriptions for apps such as Zoom) related to maintaining the worship, community, formation, and outreach of the church. The […]
Summaries of the CARES Act
The CARES Act 2020 has been signed into law by the President. Based upon the information derived from several webinars, below is a summary of how the Act can benefit your church. We encourage you to prepare for the loan application process ASAP as the funds are available on a first come first serve basis. […]
Report on 2019 Statistics
The Baltimore Presbytery membership statistics for 2019 are in thanks to our Clerks of Session and pastors. Their work on this, and so much else through the year, is greatly appreciated! The information reported gives all of us a good picture of where we are as a presbytery. And helps the denomination discern trends and plan better […]
An Introduction to Live Streaming for Congregations
Technology today gives us more than a few options for virtual outreach. In order to help facilitate, we’ve gathered a few helpful resources for those interested in sharing their worship online News and Resources PC(USA)’s Live Streaming Guidelines Ten Tips for Folks New to Online Meetings Three hundred participate in 1001 Zoom conversation on streaming […]
Coronavirus News & Resources
Faith leaders: Gov. Hogan is opening churches too soon, risking further spread of coronavirus – Presbyterian pastors have joined numerous interfaith and community leaders to express deep concern about the Governor’s May 27th decision to resume indoor gatherings at 50% capacity for worship. Now Available: Presbytery of Baltimore COVID-19 Relief Grant Thriving Congregations Technology Grant […]
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
PC(USA) Washington Office urges passage of coronavirus bill On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate will take up this vital legislation. Please join other people of faith in encouraging our Senators, Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, to vote for the strongest possible version of this Federal bill. Here are the principles that faith leaders are encouraging […]
Virtual Worship Services in the Presbytery
This is our list of churches that are presenting online alternatives for services. Please let us know if your congregation is planning a ministry or outreach that we can share online with everyone. (Listings marked with an “*” are hosting General Assembly visitors in June) Ark and Dove Presbyterian Church – 8:00 pm Tuesday & […]