News
Out of This World Fun
Presbytery Youth Corn Hole Golf
By Diana Spencer, Youth Leadership Connection Coordinator
Posted November 18, 2025
What an out-of-this-world day it was! The Beaver-Butler Presbytery Youth “Mars Bethel Corn Hole Golf” event was super fun, and it wouldn’t have been possible without all of you who showed up, played, laughed, and made it such a memorable experience.
From the first toss to the final putt, the energy was electric. Teams of all ages brought their best game (and their best smiles!) to the course, combining friendly competition with the joy of fellowship. Whether you sank a perfect shot or just came for the fun, every moment was filled with laughter, encouragement, and fellowship.
First Church in Monaca Celebrates 140 Years
Posted September 23, 2025
First Church in Monaca is looking back on their history as they celebrate 140 years of ministry.
In 1865, Phillipsburg was a small German village when Presbyterian minister, William Taylor, came to town to found the Soldiers Orphan School. In a mainly Lutheran town, he helped the three Presbyterian families begin a church of their own.
Century Old Organ Being Restored
By H.T. Fink, Member of First Church, Midland Music Committee
Posted September 16, 2025
The congregation of the First Presbyterian Church of Midland, PA is rehabilitating their pipe organ. The organ was built and installed by the George Kilgen Organ Company of St. Louis, Missouri in 1927 (Opus 3936). The organ consists of the following six ranks: 16′ Pedal Bourdon, 8′ Open Diapson, 16′ Stopped Flute, 8′ Salicional, 8′ Duliciana, 8′ Oboe Gamba and Tubular Bells.
Introducing The Reverend Kerry Dowdy
Posted July 22, 2025
The Reverend Kerry Michelle Dowdy began a covenant contract with Friendship Presbyterian Church in Slippery Rock on July 1 to be their covenant pastor. She was ordained there on Sunday, July 6.
This is Kerry’s first call after graduating with a Master of Divinity degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in May of 2023 and receiving a graduate certificate in Missional Leadership in May of 2024.
Introducing Commissioned Pastor Tammy Hall
Posted June 17, 2025
Tamara Hall, who goes by Tammy, was commissioned at the May 25 Presbytery Meeting to begin serving First Church in Darlington and The Galilean Church in New Galilee.
In Memoriam—Elder Gerald “Jerry” Fry
Posted May 27, 2025
It is with sadness, yet assurance of the joy of resurrection, that we share the passing of Jerry Fry on Wednesday, May 14. Jerry was a long-time member of New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church where he was an Elder.
In Memoriam—Elder Peg Marshall
Posted May 20, 2025
We celebrate the life and resurrection of Mary Margaret ‘Peg’ (Fenchel) Marshall, of Big Beaver Boro, who passed away on Friday, May 9.
Encouraging One Another in Christ
Posted April 30, 2025
- Do you wonder if anyone really understands the challenges facing your congregation?
- Is your situation unique or are others facing the same hurdles?
- What successes has your church enjoyed in the last 5 years that may spark the imagination of a sister congregation?
At our May 27 Presbytery Meeting, Coordinating Team wants to hear from you—how mission, discipleship, fellowship, and worship are lived out in your church.
Training Workshops for Clerks of Session
Highlighting Leadership and Administrative Event
Posted February 25, 2025
There has been training for clerks of session at the Annual Leadership and Administrative Event for as long as Rev. Randall Clow can remember. As Stated Clerk of Beaver-Butler Presbytery, Clow has been conducting the training since 2022. Normally he sees a dozen or so clerks in attendance. Their experience ranges from those who are “just getting started” to those who have “seen it all.”
In Memoriam—Debra McCowin
Posted January 14, 2025
Debra McCowin, of Brighton Township and member of Park Presbyterian Church in Beaver, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024. Debra passed due to multiple complications after making a strong recovery from a recent stroke.
Hymnals Available…
The Hymnbook (red) — Presbyterian Denominations, 1955
If you are interested in them, contact ChrisAnn Goossen at the office at 724-452-7515, X112.
