Grace Presbytery’s Educator Group meets virtually via Zoom every month.

Attendees share ideas and inspiration, as well as learn about new Presbyterian children’s curriculum and discussions focused on liturgical planning.

Join us for fellowship and sharing via Zoom*. Login information is available via Resource Center Director, Leah Wyckoff.

*in-person gatherings compliment these virtual gatherings. Contact Leah for complete details.

“Cyclical is a new and innovative way, positioned to do church differently in the 21st century. As the moderator of Grace Presbytery’s Church Development Committee, I invite all who are bold to join us as the Spirit ignites the fire of change with us.” ─ Rev. Princeton Abaraoha

Join us for a virtual conversation with Nick Warnes and Daniel So, principals with Cyclical, a nonprofit organization that exists to develop leaders who feel called to create and sustain ecosystems for starting new churches.

The proposal to partner with Cyclical will be offered for vote at the September stated meeting, hosted by First Presbyterian Church in Richardson.

Register to join us and learn more, Wednesday, August 17th via Zoom.

VIDEO INVITATION from Nick & Daniel

Learn more about Cyclical on Facebook

Questions? Email Rev. Princeton Abaraoha

We live in challenging times as church leaders. We are coming through a pandemic. Many of us are tired, even exhausted, and wondering about this ministry to which we have been called.

Grace Presbytery and Austin Seminary, together with Gilmont Camp & Conference Center are partnering to offer a “Come Away with Me” Retreat that will begin the evening of Wednesday, August 24th and continue through lunch on Friday, August 26th.

If you would like additional time of silence and meditation, you are encouraged to arrive Wednesday, or even Tuesday night.

This retreat is open to all who spend their hours and/or days in ministry. It is a time to get away. To breath. To be in communion and community with nature and others on the journey. Our goal is also to remember why we do what we do for Christ, and to create space to honor and love yourself.

Any and all can come. It doesn’t matter if this is your first or second “Come Away with Me” Retreat. Grace Presbytery, Austin Seminary, and Camp Gilmont invite you to come.

Grace Presbytery is paying half of the cost of this retreat to make it as financially feasible as possible.

Leadership:

Rev. Erica Knisely, Director of Educational Design, Education Beyond the Walls, Austin Seminary
Rev. Dr. Steve Shive, Interim General Presbyter, Grace Presbytery
Rev. Dr. Clay Brantley, Board President, Retreat House Spirituality Center & Parish Associate, Trinity Presbyterian Church, McKinney
Others: Austin Seminary Faculty & Retreat House Staff

Questions? Please email Rev. Dr. Clay Brantley or Rev. Dr. Steve Shive.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

The Young Adult Ministry Committee (YAMC) meets quarterly at the Presbyterian Mission Center.

Moderator of the committee is Rev. Owen Gray. Presbytery staff representative is Gary Holloman.

To learn more about the Young Adult Ministry Committee and the Young Adult program, please visit this page on the presbytery website.

Questions? Email Owen or the YAMC committee.

The regularly-scheduled meeting of the Grace Presbytery Council.

These meetings now take place virtually, via Zoom, and visitors are welcome to attend.

Council Moderator: Ruling Elder, Denyse Rodgers | Central Presbyterian Church, Waco

Stated Clerk: Rev. Dr. Gerry Tyer

Minutes and reports to council are published in the document library of this website.

Questions? Or would you like to register as a guest? Please contact staff representative, Gloria Beard.

Gilmont Camp & Conference Center will host the 2022 Council Retreat for Grace Presbytery.

Topics will include visioning and long-range planning.

Questions can be directed to Rev. Dr. Steve Shive, Interim General Presbyter.

Gilmont Camp & Conference Center will host the 2022 Council Retreat for Grace Presbytery.

Topics will include visioning and long-range planning.

Questions can be directed to Rev. Dr. Steve Shive, Interim General Presbyter.

Join Rev. Dr. Clay Brantley, keynote, and his colleagues, John Mark Solomon and Rev. Dr. Lil Smith, to explore the richness of patience as a practice, a gift, and a prayer.

This weekend retreat is centered in deepening faith and practices that enable us to lean into and grow in this space. Time is made for rest, reflection, and flexibility in terms of daily schedules.

Weekend rates start at $175 for cabin accommodations and include two overnight stays and meals. Linens are also provided.

Learn more and register to attend via the Camp Gilmont website.

Additional information: Leader Bios & Retreat Details

Questions? Please email Clay Brantley or call 903.797.6400.

Confirmation Retreat is for youth (grades 6 and up) who are beginning their confirmation journey.

Churches are invited to kick-off their confirmation year with a bang by inviting students and their mentors to join us for a weekend-long educational & transformational retreat.

Students and mentors will have the opportunity to grow, bond, and meet other Presbyterian confirmands from across the presbytery.

Registration is now open online.

Questions? Please contact Gary Holloman, Director of Youth & Young Adult Programs, or Emily Cox.

Retreat design based on/written by PCUSA Office of Christian Formation.

The Committee on Representation will visit the east region of Grace Presbytery on Saturday, September 17th.

First Presbyterian Church in Tyler will host this fellowship gathering from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

All churches of Grace Presbytery, pastors, elders, and members, are encouraged to join.

Please RSVP to Tammy Stepka with your name, contact information, and any dietary restrictions.

Contact COR moderator, Crysta Brantley, or Joanna Kim with questions.

Your Committee on Representation looks forward to connecting!

Rev. Clay Allard | Oak Cliff Presbyterian, Dallas
Crysta Brantley (Moderator) | Trinity Presbyterian, McKinney
Karenna Malavanti | First Presbyterian, Waco
Brendan McLean| First Presbyterian, Tyler
Martin Osea | Woodhaven Ghanaian Fellowship, Irving (pictured above, right)
Sean Price | NorthPark Presbyterian, Dallas
Rev. Shane Webb | Woodhaven Presbyterian, Irving (pictured above, left)

The stated meeting of Grace Presbytery will take place Thursday, September 22, 2022, at First Presbyterian Church in Richardson.

First Presbyterian Church is located at 271 N. Walton Street in Richardson, Texas.

Please note: This meeting will be offered in a HYBRID format.

Members of the presbytery and elected commissioners have the option to attend in-person and will be asked to practice social distancing and follow any necessary masking protocol.

Those who prefer to attend virtually will be able to participate via the AirMeet platform. Details and links provided upon registration.

Registration will open online 21 days in advance of the stated meeting.

Questions may be directed to the presbytery office or Rev. Gerry Tyer, Stated Clerk.

Led by the Crossroads College Ministry, YouthFest takes place in the fall each year at Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center in Glen Rose, Texas.

Anyone in 6th–12th grade is invited to attend. Participants enjoy energizers, music, and small group activities, as well as free time to enjoy the facilities and outdoor activities at the camp.

Save the date and make plans to join us Friday, October 14th – Sunday, October 16th.

Registration for YouthFest will open this summer.

Questions? Email Gary Holloman, Director of Youth & Young Adult Programs.

The regularly-scheduled meeting of the Grace Presbytery Council.

These meetings now take place virtually, via Zoom, and visitors are welcome to attend.

Council Moderator: Ruling Elder, Denyse Rodgers | Central Presbyterian Church, Waco

Stated Clerk: Rev. Dr. Gerry Tyer

Minutes and reports to council are published in the document library of this website.

Questions? Or would you like to register as a guest? Please contact staff representative, Gloria Beard.

The Fall Gathering of Grace Presbytery’s Presbyterian Women will take place at Presbyterian Children’s Homes & Services Foster Home Village on October 22nd.

Keynote Speaker: Laura Fleming, PCHAS Director of Development

Attendees will also take part in nominating, election & installation, and budget approval.

Come hear about the great work underway by Presbyterian Children’s Homes & Services (PCHAS) and enjoy fellowship with new friends and old.

Questions? Contact Meg Garver Hamilton, moderator, Presbyterian Women.

Are you a pastor, serving currently or retired, in the East Texas region of Grace Presbytery?

Are you a commissioned pastor? Looking to connect with fellow teaching elders?

The East Texas Pastor Gathering is the perfect option! These fellowship events are most often scheduled during the lunch hour, early to mid-afternoon, and locations vary depending on the church available to host.

These gatherings take place quarterly and are usually scheduled several months in advance.

If you would like to learn more, including specific times and locations, please reach out to Jimmy Chapman, our consultant to the Committee on Ministry and East Texas liaison.

The Young Adult Ministry Committee (YAMC) meets quarterly at the Presbyterian Mission Center.

Moderator of the committee is Rev. Owen Gray. Presbytery staff representative is Gary Holloman.

To learn more about the Young Adult Ministry Committee and the Young Adult program, please visit this page on the presbytery website.

Questions? Email Owen or the YAMC committee.

Formally known as Youthquake, Youth Connection is a NEW DESIGN WITH NEW EXPECTATIONS!

Youth Connection is a retreat weekend for 6th – 12th grade youth from all over the presbytery at Camp Gilmont in Gilmer, Texas.

During the weekend, participants experience the beauty of creation, worship, singing, energizing, canoeing, hiking, archery, sharing in small groups, seeing old friends, and making new ones.

Registration will open September 1st.
Cost is $140 per person.

Groups travel to and from camp together and stay in cabins. Event leadership is provided by the Children & Youth Ministry Committee of Grace Presbytery.

Questions? Email Gary Holloman, Youth & Young Adult Program Director.

Youth Connection offers another opportunity to be at camp – other than during the summer – to experience outdoor recreation and a shared mission project.

The stated meeting of Grace Presbytery will take place Saturday, November 12, 2022, at NorthPark Presbyterian Church in Dallas.

NorthPark Presbyterian Church is located at 9555 N. Central Expressway in Dallas, Texas.

Please note: This meeting will be offered in a HYBRID format.

Members of the presbytery and elected commissioners have the option to attend in-person and will be asked to practice social distancing and follow any necessary masking protocol.

Those who prefer to attend virtually will be able to participate via the AirMeet platform. Details and links provided upon registration.

Registration will open online 21 days in advance of the stated meeting.

Questions may be directed to the presbytery office or Rev. Gerry Tyer, Stated Clerk.

Are you a pastor, serving currently or retired, in the East Texas region of Grace Presbytery?

Are you a commissioned pastor? Looking to connect with fellow teaching elders?

The East Texas Pastor Gathering is the perfect option! These fellowship events are most often scheduled during the lunch hour, early to mid-afternoon, and locations vary depending on the church available to host.

These gatherings take place quarterly and are usually scheduled several months in advance.

If you would like to learn more, including specific times and locations, please reach out to Jimmy Chapman, our consultant to the Committee on Ministry and East Texas liaison.

The senior high youth of Grace Presbytery gather each year for SHYC – a high energy weekend of challenging theme presentations, thought-provoking and encouraging small groups, music, worship, and of course, energizers.

Senior High Youth Connection (SHYC) is planned by a special team of adults and youth from across the presbytery in partnership with the Austin College ACtivators and takes place at Austin College.

Registration typically opens online two months prior to the event. Save the dates and join us!

Friday, January 27 – Sunday, January 29, 2023

Questions? Email Gary Holloman, Youth & Young Adult Program Director.

Austin College is located at 900 N. Grand Avenue in Sherman, Texas.

One weekend only! GAP (God’s Awesome People) Weekend is open to all presbytery youth in 6th – 8th grade.

Participants will grow in faith in Jesus Christ, experience the beauty of creation, and worship God.

This adventuresome weekend in the piney woods also features mission projects, singing, canoeing, low ropes, hiking, archery, and small group activities.

Come see old friends and make new ones at GAP! We want to see you there!

Registration for GAP weekend will open online in early 2023. Save the dates and join us!

Friday, March 24 – Sunday, March 26, 2023

Questions? Email Gary Holloman, Youth & Young Adult Program Director.

GAP weekend takes place at Gilmont Camp and Conference Center in East Texas.

KidQuake weekends are a little like summer camp and a precursor to Youth Connection.

1st – 6th grade children are invited to attend. Participants enjoy outdoor activities, small group Bible studies, mission projects, and old and new friends.

Churches must send sponsors with children and children must come with a church; however, the sponsors will not be responsible for programming at the event. The sponsors concentrate on participation and supervising their group.

Past and future youth camp counselors provide the programming along with Austin College ACtivators and other presbytery leaders. A team of Grace Presbytery educators plan the event.

Registration cost per child includes housing, meals, all programs and a t-shirt.

KidQuake Registration Packet and online registration will be available in early 2023.

KidQuake weekends are a little like summer camp and a precursor to Youth Connection.

1st – 6th grade children are invited to attend. Participants enjoy outdoor activities, small group Bible studies, mission projects, and old and new friends.

Churches must send sponsors with children and children must come with a church; however, the sponsors will not be responsible for programming at the event. The sponsors concentrate on participation and supervising their group.

Past and future youth camp counselors provide the programming along with Austin College ACtivators and other presbytery leaders. A team of Grace Presbytery educators plan the event.

Registration cost per child includes housing, meals, all programs and a t-shirt.

KidQuake Registration Packet and online registration will be available in early 2023.

KidQuake weekends are a little like summer camp and a precursor to Youth Connection.

1st – 6th grade children are invited to attend. Participants enjoy outdoor activities, small group Bible studies, mission projects, and old and new friends.

Churches must send sponsors with children and children must come with a church; however, the sponsors will not be responsible for programming at the event. The sponsors concentrate on participation and supervising their group.

Past and future youth camp counselors provide the programming along with Austin College ACtivators and other presbytery leaders. A team of Grace Presbytery educators plan the event.

Registration cost per child includes housing, meals, all programs and a t-shirt.

KidQuake Registration Packet and online registration will be available in early 2023.

Grace Presbytery’s annual youth mission trip takes place each summer.

It’s a great opportunity for youth throughout our presbytery to enjoy fellowship and hands-on mission work at a low cost to participants, while experiencing new communities each year.

Save the dates and join us next year!

Sunday, June 18 – Saturday, June 24, 2023

To learn more, and make plans for your youth group to participate, please contact Gary Holloman in the presbytery office or Jessica Karlinski at St. Barnabas Presbyterian Church in Richardson.