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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250219
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SUMMARY:Jodi's Jungle Work Days at Gilmont
DESCRIPTION:COMPLETE THIS FORM TO SIGN UP\nFebruary 17 – 18\, 2025\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Highway 155 N\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nYou are invited to join at Gilmont as they honor Jodi’s legacy and begin construction of a new nature playscape. This playscape will feature several elements that invite child-initiated\, unstructured play and allow children to take developmentally appropriate risks in a controlled environment\, tap into their creativity\, and gain awareness of their bodies. Email andy@gilmont.org with any questions!
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/jodis-jungle-work-days-at-gilmont/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Community Partners,East Region,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
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SUMMARY:Presbytery Meeting 2025 - Longview
DESCRIPTION:The Stated Meeting of Grace Presbytery will take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, at First Presbyterian Church of Longview located at 301 N Center St. Longview\, TX 75601. Register by February 26\, 2025 by end of day. \n  \nBOOKLET\, AMENDMENTS\, & SLIDE LINKS HERE\n  \nStated Meeting Schedule\n9:00 AM        Registration & Fellowship \n10:00 AM     Call to Order and Worship \n11:15 AM     Plenary/Business Docket \n12:00 PM     LUNCH provided for those who register in advance   \n1:00 PM        Reconvene with Good News \n4:00 PM        Adjournment and Closing Prayer \n  \nDirect any questions to Kyle Walker or Tammy Stepka.  \nTo be counted present at the meeting\, you must attend in person.\nWORSHIP is the only portion of the meeting that will be live-streamed. \n 
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/presbytery-meeting-2025-longview/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, Longview\, TX\, 301 N Center St\, Longview\, TX\, 75601
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Meetings,Presbytery Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250116T222602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T012611Z
UID:10000012-1741347000-1741528800@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:North Texas Presbyterian Spring Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:North Texas Presbyterian Pilgrimage\nMarch 7th – 9th\, 2025 \nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nThere will be time and space to relax\, pray\, and find peace in Christ.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/north-texas-presbyterian-spring-pilgrimage/
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Events,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250117T011202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171118Z
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SUMMARY:GAP 2025
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nCLICK HERE FOR THE FLYER\nMarch 28 – 30\, 2025\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\nGod’s Awesome People (GAP) is a youth-led camp and conference event for 6th – 8th grade youth. God’s Awesome People (GAP) is a youth-led camp and conference event for 6th – 8th grade youth.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/gap-2025/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,East Region,Events,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250117T012011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171400Z
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SUMMARY:Kidquake #2 2025
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nCLICK HERE for the Flyer
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/kidquake-2-2025/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,East Region,Events,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250402T143757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T143757Z
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SUMMARY:Proposed Presbytery Committee Restructure Zoom Q & A
DESCRIPTION:Proposed Presbytery Committee Restructure Zoom Q & A\nMonday\, April 7\, 2025\nat 7:00 PM\, Online Only\nAll Are Invited to Participate\nREGISTER HERE\nAs promised in the presentation on the “first look” proposed presbytery committee restructure at the stated meeting on March 1 at FPC Longview\, the committee restructure task force is hosting a Zoom Q & A on Monday\, April 7 at 7:00 PM. \nThis Zoom Q&A is another opportunity for the task force to receive additional feedback and engage with people from across the presbytery. \nOnce all of the feedback has been reviewed and has been considered with CARE\, the task force will submit the final proposal to the Council on April 30. If approved\, the proposal will come before the presbytery at the May 31 stated meeting. If approved by the presbytery\, the new structure will go into operation on January 1\, 2026. \nYour perspective and participation in this work is valued. We hope you will join us online on April 7th. We are better together! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Click Here to Download and Review Restructure Presentation- PASSWORD: GRACE2025 \nView Proposed Committee and Commission Restructure \nView Previous Committee and Commission Structure
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/proposed-presbytery-committee-restructure-zoom-q-a/
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,North Region,Online Events,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250117T012120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171435Z
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SUMMARY:Kidquake #3 2025
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nCLICK HERE for the Flyer
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/kidquake-3-2025/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,East Region,Events,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250313T142115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T215159Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship and Generosity Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nMonday\, April 28\, 2025\nat the East Region Quarterly Lunch\nGilmont Camp & Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nat Noon \nA new vision of stewardship and generosity in Grace Presbytery  \nIn September 2024\, at the stated meeting of the presbytery in Waco\, representatives from the Budget & Finance Committee\, along with the Rev. Josh Kerr\, Ministry Relations Officer with the Presbyterian Foundation\, presented a new vision of stewardship and generosity in Grace Presbytery. In our work and witness as Christ’s church together\, we are seeking to equip churches with the tools needed to grow a culture of generosity\, grow in our connectional church relationships\, and strengthen funding for local and regional ministry. The plan to implement our vision includes: listening sessions\, financial health analysis\, education with experts\, regional opportunities\, and local church support. We are excited to announce that the first phase of our shared vision begins now!  \nYou are invited! Please join us for an upcoming Stewardship and Generosity Listening Session \nThe first phase of our plan calls for listening sessions focused on stewardship goals\, challenges\, and practical ideas for churches in different contexts. We will listen well and take notes that will be used to plan resourcing and learning opportunities throughout the rest of 2025. Upcoming listening sessions will include both in-person and Zoom gatherings; some are regional and some are presbytery-wide. \nWho should attend a listening session?\nWe encourage those who are involved in the financial health of congregations to join us at a regional listening session. That might be members of your session\, clerks of session\, church treasurers\, pastoral leadership\, or stewardship and finance committee members. As we share this vision and work together\, we hope to engage with as many congregations as possible. \nFinancial Health Assessments\nThe first phase of our plan also invites churches to complete a Financial Health Assessment\, a tool provided by the Presbyterian Foundation to help congregations better understand their church’s financial health. This assessment is best done by a church treasurer\, clerk\, pastor\, or finance chair. It is helpful\, but not required\, to complete this before attending a listening session. \nYour presence and perspective matter! We hope to see you soon at one of our listening sessions. We are better together! \nIf you have questions about the listening sessions\, please contact Christopher Lee\, Josh Kerr\, or your Regional Ministry Associate. \n\nChristopher Lee\, Executive Presbyter\, chris@gracepresbtyery.org\nJosh Kerr\, Ministry Relations Officer\, Presbyterian Foundation\, joshua.kerr@presbyterianfoundation.org\nLisa Wraith\, North RMA\, lisa@gracepresbytery.org\nJudith March-Hardie\, South RMA\, judith@gracepresbytery.org\nMichele Goff\, East RMA\, michele@gracepresbytery.org\nSharon Curry\, West RMA\, sharon@gracepresbytery.org
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/stewardship-and-generosity-listening-session-6/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Stewardship & Generosity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
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SUMMARY:(Re)Creation Women’s Retreat
DESCRIPTION:May 2 – 4\, 2025\nLearn More & Register Here\nRegister before March 15 for a t-shirt with the Women’s Retreat logo on it! \nGilmont Camp & Conference Center\n6075 State Highway 155 N\nGilmer\, TX 75644 \nThe retreat begins Friday\, May 2 with registration beginning at 4:00pm. Dinner will be served at 6:00\, followed by opening keynote and fellowship together. On Saturday\, May 3\, participants enjoy a morning and evening keynote session and free time to rest\, explore\, and recreate. Free time options include contemplative prayer stations\, painting and other crafts\, yoga\, guided hikes\, axe throwing\, disc golf\, and more! The retreat concludes Sunday\, May 4 following worship and lunch. Cost is all inclusive and includes room and meals. \nKeynote Speaker: Maddy Aaen is the Director of Children’s and Youth Ministry at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Denton\, Texas. She is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth. \nAt the 2025 Women’s Retreat\, we’ll be spending the weekend exploring God’s nearness in moments of leisure and recreation. We’ll wonder together about God as a Creator\, and what God’s creativity has to do with who we are. Our hope is that you will leave with a renewed love for slowing down\, enjoying the moment\, and noticing God’s presence in your leisure. \nLodge Rooms: Single Occupancy $350 per person\, Double Occupancy $250 per person\, If you are choosing Double Occupancy this means you are coordinating with your own roommate. Please list your roommate’s name on your registration form. Gilmont will not assign random roommates. \nCabin Community Space: $195 per person\, Up to 6 guests share a sleeping space and a restroom. \nDepending on retreat attendance\, cabin guests will be more spread out.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/recreation-womens-retreat/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Community Partners,East Region,Events,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Presbyterian Women,Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250225T225336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T225506Z
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SUMMARY:PW 2025 Spring Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 3\, 2025\nfrom 9:30 AM to  2:00 PM \nUnited Presbyterian Church\n5905 Stonewall St.\nGreenville\, TX 75402 \nFind Registration in the Latest Issue of the PW Innovator (Click Here) \nTheme: Audacious Hospitality \n“…But when you give a banquet\, invite the poor\, the crippled\,\nthe lame\, and the blind. And you will be blessed because they cannot repay you\, for you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” – Luke 14:13-14a \nIncluding: \n\nWorkshops\nMission Projects\n2025-2026 Bible Study Preview\nOfficer Training Class\nMission Table Shopping (checks/cash accepted for purchases)\n\n$15 fee includes registration and lunch. \nUnited Presbyterian Church’s half of the offering will go to Meals on Wheels; PW Coordinating Team’s half will go to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/pw-2025-spring-workshop/
LOCATION:United Presbyterian Church\, 5905 Stonewall St.\, Greenville\, TX\, 75402\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Events,Meetings,Presbyterian Women,Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T172036Z
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SUMMARY:Circle of Friends
DESCRIPTION:May 17 – 19\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nCircle of Friends Camps serve children with developmental and physical disabilities and their families. These camps provide a supportive community and respite care for caregivers\, while volunteers engage with the kids. This allows parents to relax\, read\, swim\, or connect with others. As one volunteer said\, “I came to care for these children but received so much more in return!” Thanks to the generosity of many\, participation in Circle of Friends Camps is free for all families and volunteers.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/circle-of-friends/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,Community Partners,East Region,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Young Adults,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T163512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T165140Z
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SUMMARY:Small Church Gathering
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nTuesday\, June 17\, 2025\nat 7:00 PM via Zoom\nTopic: Connecting the Dots Between Ministry and Mission and Social Justice and Public Witness
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/small-church-gathering-4/
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,North Region,South Region,Trainings,West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T163948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164600Z
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SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025\nIn Person Lunch at Noon\nBJ’s Brewhouse\n2609 S Stemmons Fwy\, Lewisville\, TX 75067 \nREGISTER FOR JUNE EVENT \nWe have learned that folks often see these gatherings and think “I don’t have a big idea” or “I don’t feel called to start a new church”\, and they self-select out (thinking that they don’t consider themselves an “innovator”) and don’t come. So we want to issue a NEW INVITATION that hopes to add some clarity about these gatherings: \nYou\, yes YOU\, are welcome and wanted here. Join these gatherings if you are hungry for creativity and collaboration. Join these gatherings if you are wondering about the work of innovation and new ministry development. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, your imaginings… whether you have a big idea or not\, there is room at the table (or on the zoom call) for you! We need to hear your voice\, understand your challenges\, and celebrate your successes. These gatherings are intended to be generative and relational\, a place of connection. If that sounds like something you are interested in\, we would love to see you!
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-in-person/
LOCATION:BJ’s Brewhouse Lewisville\, 2609 S Stemmons Fwy\, Lewisville\, TX 75067
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T164825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164825Z
UID:10000155-1750273200-1750276800@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025\nZoom (bring your dinner!) at 7:00 PM \nREGISTER FOR JUNE EVENT \nWe have learned that folks often see these gatherings and think “I don’t have a big idea” or “I don’t feel called to start a new church”\, and they self-select out (thinking that they don’t consider themselves an “innovator”) and don’t come. So we want to issue a NEW INVITATION that hopes to add some clarity about these gatherings: \nYou\, yes YOU\, are welcome and wanted here. Join these gatherings if you are hungry for creativity and collaboration. Join these gatherings if you are wondering about the work of innovation and new ministry development. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, your imaginings… whether you have a big idea or not\, there is room at the table (or on the zoom call) for you! We need to hear your voice\, understand your challenges\, and celebrate your successes. These gatherings are intended to be generative and relational\, a place of connection. If that sounds like something you are interested in\, we would love to see you! \nPlease register for the in-person or zoom gatherings so we can know who is joining in.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-zoom-3/
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,Online Events,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T164650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T172416Z
UID:10000154-1752753600-1752757200@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 17\, 2025\nZoom (bring your lunch!) at Noon \nREGISTER FOR JULY EVENT \nWe have learned that folks often see these gatherings and think “I don’t have a big idea” or “I don’t feel called to start a new church”\, and they self-select out (thinking that they don’t consider themselves an “innovator”) and don’t come. So we want to issue a NEW INVITATION that hopes to add some clarity about these gatherings: \nYou\, yes YOU\, are welcome and wanted here. Join these gatherings if you are hungry for creativity and collaboration. Join these gatherings if you are wondering about the work of innovation and new ministry development. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, your imaginings… whether you have a big idea or not\, there is room at the table (or on the zoom call) for you! We need to hear your voice\, understand your challenges\, and celebrate your successes. These gatherings are intended to be generative and relational\, a place of connection. If that sounds like something you are interested in\, we would love to see you! \nPlease register for the in-person or zoom gatherings so we can know who is joining in.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,Online Events,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T164146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164542Z
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SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 17\, 2025\nIn Person Dinner at 6:00 PM\nBlue Goose Cantina\n4757 W Park Blvd #05\, Plano\, TX 75093 \nREGISTER FOR JULY EVENT \nWe have learned that folks often see these gatherings and think “I don’t have a big idea” or “I don’t feel called to start a new church”\, and they self-select out (thinking that they don’t consider themselves an “innovator”) and don’t come. So we want to issue a NEW INVITATION that hopes to add some clarity about these gatherings: \nYou\, yes YOU\, are welcome and wanted here. Join these gatherings if you are hungry for creativity and collaboration. Join these gatherings if you are wondering about the work of innovation and new ministry development. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, your imaginings… whether you have a big idea or not\, there is room at the table (or on the zoom call) for you! We need to hear your voice\, understand your challenges\, and celebrate your successes. These gatherings are intended to be generative and relational\, a place of connection. If that sounds like something you are interested in\, we would love to see you!
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Blue Goose Cantina Plano\, 4757 W Park Blvd #05\, Plano\, TX 75093
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T163323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T163323Z
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SUMMARY:East Texas Pastors Quarterly Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 24\, 2025 at Noon\nHosted by Leigh Ann Min and\nFirst Presbyterian Church\n401 N Madison\, Mt. Pleasant\, TX 75455
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/east-texas-pastors-quarterly-luncheon/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church of Mt. Pleasant\, 401 N Madison\, Mt. Pleasant\, TX 75455
CATEGORIES:East Region,Gatherings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250306T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T174205Z
UID:10000086-1754092800-1754351999@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Circle of Friends
DESCRIPTION:August 2 – 4\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nCircle of Friends Camps serve children with developmental and physical disabilities and their families. These camps provide a supportive community and respite care for caregivers\, while volunteers engage with the kids. This allows parents to relax\, read\, swim\, or connect with others. As one volunteer said\, “I came to care for these children but received so much more in return!” Thanks to the generosity of many\, participation in Circle of Friends Camps is free for all families and volunteers.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/circle-of-friends-2/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,Community Partners,East Region,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Young Adults,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T164338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164527Z
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SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 19\, 2025\nIn Person Lunch at Noon\nButter and Grace\n1585 N Hwy 77\, Waxahachie\, TX 75165 \nREGISTER FOR AUGUST EVENT \nWe have learned that folks often see these gatherings and think “I don’t have a big idea” or “I don’t feel called to start a new church”\, and they self-select out (thinking that they don’t consider themselves an “innovator”) and don’t come. So we want to issue a NEW INVITATION that hopes to add some clarity about these gatherings: \nYou\, yes YOU\, are welcome and wanted here. Join these gatherings if you are hungry for creativity and collaboration. Join these gatherings if you are wondering about the work of innovation and new ministry development. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, your imaginings… whether you have a big idea or not\, there is room at the table (or on the zoom call) for you! We need to hear your voice\, understand your challenges\, and celebrate your successes. These gatherings are intended to be generative and relational\, a place of connection. If that sounds like something you are interested in\, we would love to see you!
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-in-person-3/
LOCATION:Butter and Grace\, 1585 N Hwy 77\, Waxahachie\, TX 75165
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,South Region,West Region
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250529T164504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164948Z
UID:10000153-1755630000-1755633600@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 19\, 2025\nZoom (bring your dinner!) at 7:00 PM \nREGISTER FOR AUGUST EVENT \nWe have learned that folks often see these gatherings and think “I don’t have a big idea” or “I don’t feel called to start a new church”\, and they self-select out (thinking that they don’t consider themselves an “innovator”) and don’t come. So we want to issue a NEW INVITATION that hopes to add some clarity about these gatherings: \nYou\, yes YOU\, are welcome and wanted here. Join these gatherings if you are hungry for creativity and collaboration. Join these gatherings if you are wondering about the work of innovation and new ministry development. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, your imaginings… whether you have a big idea or not\, there is room at the table (or on the zoom call) for you! We need to hear your voice\, understand your challenges\, and celebrate your successes. These gatherings are intended to be generative and relational\, a place of connection. If that sounds like something you are interested in\, we would love to see you! \nPlease register for the in-person or zoom gatherings so we can know who is joining in.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-zoom/
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,Online Events,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250306T174327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T174327Z
UID:10000087-1756512000-1756771199@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Circle of Friends
DESCRIPTION:August 30 – Seprtmber 1\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nCircle of Friends Camps serve children with developmental and physical disabilities and their families. These camps provide a supportive community and respite care for caregivers\, while volunteers engage with the kids. This allows parents to relax\, read\, swim\, or connect with others. As one volunteer said\, “I came to care for these children but received so much more in return!” Thanks to the generosity of many\, participation in Circle of Friends Camps is free for all families and volunteers.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/circle-of-friends-3/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,Community Partners,East Region,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Young Adults,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250306T180048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T094538Z
UID:10000091-1757635200-1757894399@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Spiritual Practices Retreat
DESCRIPTION:September 12 – 14\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644 \nExperience God’s presence in beloved community. This retreat is centered around going deeper in our faith\, practicing things that cause us to lean into and grow in that space. There is time for rest\, reflection\, and flexibility in the schedule for you to respond to the call of the Holy Spirit.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/spiritual-practices-retreat/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Community Partners,East Region,Events,Gatherings,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250828T191844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T191844Z
UID:10000216-1758195000-1758200400@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Innovator Gathering - In Person
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nSeptember 18\, 2025\nfrom 11:30 AM to 1 PM\nGrace Presbytery Office\n6100 Colwell Blvd. Suite #100 in Irving\, TX 75039\nJoin us for lunch and a special premiere of our new Podcast Studio! \nYOU are welcome here. Come if you’re curious\, creative\, or simply wondering about innovation and new ministry. Whether you have a big idea or just questions\, there’s a place for you – whether we’re at a table or on a Zoom call. Your voice\, challenges\, and insights matter. These gatherings are about connection\, collaboration\, and possibility. If that speaks to you\, we’d love to have you join us.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/innovator-gathering-in-person-4/
LOCATION:Grace Presbytery Office\, 6100 Colwell Blvd.\, Ste. 100\, Irving\, TX 75039
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Communications & Media,East Region,Gatherings,Innovation & New Ministry,North Region,South Region,West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250903T191220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T205050Z
UID:10000221-1758628800-1758628800@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship & Generosity Conversation: East Region
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nSeptember 23\, 2025\nTuesday at Noon\nFirst Presbyterian Church \n301 N Center St\, Longview\, TX 75601 \nYou are cordially invited to gather with your presbytery colleagues for a time of fellowship\, prayer and to hear a special presentation from Rev. Christopher M. Lee\, Executive Presbyter\, regarding stewardship and generosity within the bounds of Grace Presbytery. We hope that you will join us in celebrating God’s abundant provision for the ministries of Grace Presbytery in 2025 while we look forward to 2026! Our shared ministry unites us and bears witness to God’s desire for justice\, mercy\, and love. \nAs we consider our shared ministry\, I am reminded of the words of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who once said\, “Whatever affects one directly\, affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be\, and you can never be what you ought to be until I am what I ought to be. This is the inter-related structure of reality.” Our time together will include a conversation on the importance of the continued support of our shared ministry. All are welcome to join us.\nFood will be provided so we kindly ask that you RSVP. \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Tammy Stepka\, Coordinator of Office & Ministry Support\, via email at tammy@gracepresbytery.org or by phone\, (214) 393-5607.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/stewardship-generosity-conversation-east-region/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, Longview\, TX\, 301 N Center St\, Longview\, TX\, 75601
CATEGORIES:All Regions,East Region,Events,Gatherings,Stewardship & Generosity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250306T180650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T180650Z
UID:10000092-1760176800-1760198400@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Battle of the Bags
DESCRIPTION:October 11\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644 \nJoin us for the Fourth Annual Battle Of The Bags at Gilmont! An exciting fall fundraising event with live music\, a delicious BBQ lunch\, a signature raffle\, a cornhole tournament\, an (online) silent auction\, and a variety of activities to enjoy throughout the day!
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/battle-of-the-bags/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Community Partners,East Region,Events,Gatherings,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250911T173459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T173604Z
UID:10000223-1761825600-1761825600@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:East Texas Pastors Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 30\, 2025\nat Noon\nUnited Presbyterian Church\n5905 Stonewall St\, Greenville\, TX 75402\nemail Michele Goff if you plan to attend at michele@gracepresbytery.org
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/east-texas-pastors-lunch/
LOCATION:United Presbyterian Church\, Greenville\, 5905 Stonewall St\, Greenville\, TX 75402
CATEGORIES:East Region,Gatherings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251125
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250306T174811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T174811Z
UID:10000088-1763769600-1764028799@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:GGE Family Camp
DESCRIPTION:November 22 – 24\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644\nGGE Family Camp is a modified weekend camping experience for families with kids of all ages. Bring the whole family and enjoy 400 acres of natural beauty and choices of a variety of recreation activities. It’s the perfect getaway and bonding experience! AND…All the food served will prepared in a safe kitchen environment and be GLUTEN FREE!
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/gge-family-camp/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,Community Partners,East Region,Events,Gatherings,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Retreats,Young Adults,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20250306T175232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T175232Z
UID:10000089-1766102400-1766361599@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Winter Retreat
DESCRIPTION:December 19 – 21\, 2025\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE\nGilmont Camp and Conference Center\n6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX 75644 \nJoin us for your favorite camp activities as well as a few special winter games and treats! Campers decorate cookies\, carol around the camp fire\, and build their own “snowmen.” We can’t promise snow – but we can guarantee it will be a good time! \nLast year’s Winter Retreat theme – Light The Way – focused on the Advent Candles of love\, hope\, joy\, and peace. Candles provide light and warmth and show us what is around us. Similarly\, love\, hope\, joy\, and peace provide us wisdom and guide us as we live out our faith in the world. As we prepared to celebrate the birth of Jesus\, we also considered what the Advent season teaches us about right and faithful ways of living. \nRight before Christmas\, Winter Retreat is the perfect opportunity to get the kids out of the house for last-minute Christmas shopping or can be gifted as an early Christmas present to grandkids\, nieces and nephews\, and other younger family members or friends.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/winter-retreat/
LOCATION:Gilmont Camp and Conference Center\, 6075 State Hwy 155\, Gilmer\, TX\, 75644\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Regions,Camps,Children,Community Partners,East Region,Events,Gatherings,Generational Leadership,Gilmont Camp and Conference Center,Retreats,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20260106T212947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T213020Z
UID:10000304-1769083200-1769083200@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:East Region Pastors Quarterly Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 22\, 2026\nat Noon\nFirst Presbyterian Church\n302 S Chestnut St\, Winnsboro\, TX\nJoin colleagues from across the region for a shared lunch\, fellowship\, and meaningful conversation about our life and ministry together. Email Michele Goff at michele@gracepresbytery.org if you plan to attend.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/east-region-pastors-quarterly-luncheon/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, Winnsboro\, 302 S Chestnut St\, Winnsboro\, TX
CATEGORIES:East Region,Gatherings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T214755
CREATED:20260407T162800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T162800Z
UID:10000351-1776528000-1776535200@gracepresbytery.org
SUMMARY:Longview Screening of The Librarians
DESCRIPTION:RSVP HERE\nWATCH THE TRAILER\nSaturday\, April 18\, 2026\nfrom 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM\nUnitarian Universalist Church\n2301 Alpine Road\, Longview\, TX\nThe Social Justice Public Witness Committee and St. Andrew Presbyterian are co-sponsoring a free public screening of the groundbreaking documentary\, The Librarians\, at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Longview. The documentary is the story of Texas librarians defending intellectual freedom and privacy by standing up to government surveillance\, censorship\, and pressure to restrict access to information. Join the conversation on the dangers of censorship and book banning.
URL:https://gracepresbytery.org/event/longview-screening-of-the-librarians/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 2301 Alpine Road\, Longview\, TX
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,East Region,Events
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