Joel's Jottings — News — Fondren Presbyterian Church

Joel's Jottings: A Message of Farewell

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkDecember 27, 2023Rev. Joel Alvis

Joel's Jottings: Thank You

A note of thanks from Rev. Alvis.

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkNovember 28, 2023Interim Pastor, Rev. Joel Alvis

Joel's Jottings: Tornado Victim Assistance

The Mississippi Presbytery’s Mission committee calls for all members to prepare hygiene kits for distribution to victims of the March 24 tornado outbreak. Learn how you can help.

Joel's Jottings: "Pleasure, Pain, and Balance"

This week, Joel shares his takeaways from the book “Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence” and highlights Dr. Anna Lembke’s advice on cultivating balance in our lives.

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkMarch 14, 2023Dopamine Nation, Dr. Anna Lembke

Joel's Jottings: "Shift Happens"

When one change sets off a ripple of new challenges, we can let anxiety get the better of us, but with the right mindset, we can also view an uncertain time as one of renewal and growth. Let’s talk about it!

Joel's Jottings: "The Money Talk"

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkJanuary 24, 20232023 Stewardship Campaign

Joel's Jottings: "Gratitude & Stewardship"

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkJanuary 17, 2023

Joel's Jottings: "Listening to Scriptures"

Rev. Alvis invites you to a series of contemplative conversations about listening to the scripture.

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkJanuary 3, 2023Weekly Series, Lectio Divina

Joel's Jottings: "Christmas 2022"

This year’s Christmas Eve promises carols, candlelight, and cold weather.

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkDecember 22, 2022Christmas Eve, Congregational Worship

Joel's Jottings: "The Gratitude Tree"

Share the things you are most grateful for with your Fondren Presbyterian family. The Gratitude Tree awaits your contribution!

Joel's Jottings: "The Time Is Now"

The “active” period of the capital campaign drive is nearing its end. Have you made your contribution?

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkNovember 21, 2022Building Blocks, 2022 Capital Campaign

Building Blocks: "What doorways do people use to enter a church?"

Doorways into church can take many different forms, and this week Rev. Alvis discusses the importance of maintaining these points of entry in the growth of the church body.

Joel's Jottings, 2022 Capital CampaignStacy M. ClarkNovember 8, 2022

Joel's Jottings: "We Are All Saints"

Let’s talk about the real reason for the Halloween season, All Saints’ Day.

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkOctober 31, 2022Halloween, All Saints' Day

Joel’s Jottings: “Reformation Sunday”

Joel's JottingsStacy M. ClarkOctober 25, 2022reformation sunday, martin luther, presbyterian church (usa)

Joel's Jottings: "What’s Next in the Water Crisis"

This week, Joel asks “what’s next” for the Jackson water crisis and shares a statement urging local, state, and federal leaders to come together to find a solution.