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Welcome to John Calvin Presbytery!
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As of December 31, 2020 John Calvin Presbytery consists of 2,573 members of the body of Christ serving 6 counties in Southeast Kansas and 27 counties in Southwest Missouri through 46 congregations. We extend from Iola and Parsons, Kansas, to Rolla and West Plains, Missouri. Our site has been designed to meet the needs of the members and staff in our congregations. We now have a virtual office and are available to be in communities around the presbytery on a regular basis. If you would like to meet with us on one of those days, just give us a call and we will arrange a meeting.
However, if you are looking for a new church, upcoming events, and more information about us, this site is designed for you in mind, as well to help you locate a church that meets your needs.
We invite you to explore this site often, and return to see new and exciting things happening throughout the JCP.
John Calvin Presbytery has arranged for online giving through the Presbyterian Foundation. Click on the "Give Now" button below to be taken to our donation page. To give you'll need to make a profile first and enter your bank account information. The web page takes you through the steps.
You may also give by sending a check to our NEW ADDRESS:
John Calvin Presbytery, P. O. Box 1394, Ozark, MO 65721-1394
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Supports Afghan Resettlement
PDA is not a direct service provider. PDA supports the work of Church World Service financially and as a member of the Faith Solidarity Group. PDA also encourages PCUSA congregations to partner with local refugee serving organizations (there are over 200 local offices) and a link is included in the resource sheet. PDA staff is able to help with congregational education and technical assistance, including how to organize your local congregation for this type of ministry. The Presbyterian Church USA welcomes your gifts in support of our work on behalf of all refugees. https://pma.pcusa.org/donate/make-a-gift/gift-info/DR000095/#
If you are interested in being part of a group that will have direct contact with refugees in Springfield or Joplin, please let Jack Cormack bsfarm.jc@gmail.com know. The International Institute https://www.iistl.org/iismo/ requires a background check for any volunteer. Once you have completed that, you will be eligible to be added to a group. There are training and orientation sessions.
Some JCP churches have committed to helping one or more families or individuals. This work includes outfitting an entire apartment, picking the person(s) up at the airport, and helping the refugees get connected with healthcare, employment, and other needs. Some, but not all, of this work requires a background check for each volunteer.
You can see more about the Afghan work on the International Institute Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/IISTL
Called Meeting of John Calvin Presbytery
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 4: p.m.
Stated Presbytery Meetings for 2022
Saturday, February 26, 2022– To be determined ( Zoom meeting )
Thursday, May 19 – Ozark Presbyterian Church, 1932 State Highway 14, Ozark, Missouri (format to be determined)
Thursday, August 4 – First Presbyterian Church, 500 North Olive, Nevada, Missouri (format to be determined)
Saturday, November 5 – Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1900 E. Barataria St., Springfield, Missouri ( hybrid: Zoom & in-person )
Clerk of Session Handbook
Presbytery-wide Advent Study via Zoom
December 9, 16, 23 at 7:00 p.m.
Christmas in the Four Gospel Homes
By Cynthia M. Campbell
How might a house look for Christmas based on what each Gospel says about it? In Christmas in the Four Gospel Homes, beautiful illustrations from architect Kevin Burns reimagine each of the four Gospels as a “house,” which the church visits at Christmas. In each section, Cynthia M. Campbell reflects on the distinctive perspective of the birth of Jesus or the incarnation offered by each Gospel. Suitable for individual or group study, Christmas in the Four Gospel Homes creatively reimagines the season and inspires new and exciting reflection for Advent.
Register now for this upcoming study. Order books early to insure delivery before the end of November. For information on how to order books and receive the quantity discounts available and pricing, email Celeste Dahlgren at patchespasturellc@yahoo.com.
NEWS FROM PRESBYTERY MEETING
Thank you, people of the Presbytery of John Calvin for giving a moment at your latest meeting to the Presbyterian Historical Society! PHS continues to support the work of congregations and mid councils through our deposit and digitization programs, and our growing digital collections. We will continue to preserve and share your works and witness, with your support.
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Vital Congregations Initiative Informational Gathering
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Please use these videos to understand
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Per Capita Apportionment for the year 2022 is $38.50 per member.
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PRESBYTERY MINIMUMS
Committee on Ministry moved that the minimum salary for pastors in the presbytery, including the CE allowance, remain as it is for 2022 and be reviewed before the August 4, 2022 presbytery meeting.
MINIMUM TERMS OF CALL FOR 2021
All salary minimums for 2021 apply equally to Teaching Elders and Commissioned Ruling Elders.
The minimum full-time salary for 2021 is $ 43,750.00
Part-time salary minimums for 2021 should be calculated as a percentage of the full-time salary minimum.
For example:
1/4 time = $ 10,937.50
1/3 time = $ 14,583.33
1/2 time = $ 21,875.00
3/4 time = $ 32,812.50
The minimum Continuing Education allowance is $1,500 for both full-time and part-time calls of each church and each person.
Pulpit supply minimums for 2021 are:
$ 125.00 plus mileage at the current IRS rate for one service
$ 160.00 plus mileage at the current IRS rate for two services (on the same day)
$ 60.00 plus mileage at the current IRS rate for moderating a Session or Congregational meeting.
