John Knox Presbytery is a community of communities: centered in Jesus Christ, linked to one another, and boldly responding to the Spirit's call to join God's mission.
Rooted in Christ. Connected in Spirit. Called to Mission.
Upcoming Presbytery Meetings
2026 theme: Centered on Jesus christ
Focus: Prayer
February 21
Join us on Zoom for connection, inspiration, and meaningful conversation around the theme of Prayer. Share stories of good news in your congregation and deepen our community together. Let's learn and inspire each other!
Focus: Study
May 19
Come to the WI Dells for a time of Study and connection! Explore the theme, share inspiring stories, and grow in faith together. This is your chance to participate in required Boundary Training with a lively cohort, fully sponsored by John Knox Presbytery.
Focus: Worship
August 15
Join us at Bread of Life in Dubuque for a time of Worship and celebration! Experience meaningful music, prayer, and reflection, share stories of faith, and celebrate the unity that binds us together as Presbyterians.
Focus: Service
November 17
Come together at First Presbyterian in La Crosse for a time of Service and mission! Reflect on how acts of service are central to the ministry of Christ, share stories of meaningful outreach, and explore ways to live out God’s call in our communities.
A message from our Moderator, Jim Scaife
This year, the theme for our Presbytery meetings is, “centered on Jesus Christ,” a phrase from our JKP Vision Statement. At each Presbytery meeting we will focus on a different aspect of centering on Christ. At our February meeting, the focus was prayer. We took time to begin the year in prayer, seeking Christ’s blessing on the various ministries of our congregations.
At our May meeting the focus for Centering on Christ will be study. Consistent with our Reformed heritage, thoughtful study of the Scriptures and the current issues facing the Church keeps our ministries centered on our Lord—even when we do not know all the answers. At this meeting, we will deal with a special area of study for church leaders…BOUNDARIES!!
Issues related to boundaries show up throughout the Scriptures. Remember Abraham, Sarah and Pharaoh; David, Uriah and Bathsheba; and, of course, our dear mothers and fathers in Corinth. In each case, the confusion of boundaries led to great hurt and a loss of God at the center.
One of the greatest parts of study is the sharing of experiences and the lessons learned. Join us for our May Presbytery meeting and plan now to stay as we study boundaries together so our ministries in JKP stay centered on Jesus Christ.
Boundary Training
Registration Open
This is your opportunity to complete your required boundary training in a fun and connectional environment sponsored by John Knox Presbytery! Boundary Training is required every 3 years for all Installed Pastors, those serving under contract (including CREs), Moderators, individuals in Validated Ministries, and everyone on the JKP Pulpit Supply List.
Lunch will be offered at noon for all presbytery meeting attendees for $10, and JKP will provide dinner following the training. To make participation smooth and enjoyable, the presbytery is arranging a discounted hotel rate for those wishing to stay overnight on Monday and/or Tuesday. In addition, fun fellowship activities in the Dells are being planned for both evenings—perfect for connecting, unwinding, and enjoying some time together in a beautiful setting. Child care will be available for the meeting and training.
With meaningful conversation, shared meals, and a warm sense of community, this session of Boundary Training promises to be not only informative but genuinely uplifting. We hope you’ll join us for this important and energizing day in the life of our presbytery!
Details
- Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 after the presbytery meeting
- Time: 12:45pm—7:00pm
- Location: United Presbyterian Church, WI Dells
- Format: In-person only
- Register by April 30
By Kathleen Owens
A Prayer for our Presbytery
O Christ, you call us into one body with many gifts.
Emmanuel, help us listen for your guidance.
Teacher, guide our curiosity as we seek your way.
Bread of life, hear our honesty in confession and joy in celebration.
Messiah, enable us to respond with grace and love to the needs of your people.
As one, we give thanks for our Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who gathers us in prayer, study, worship, and service.
AMEN
Volunteer for General Assembly
Sign Up today!
PC(USA) will need around 100 volunteers to make the 2026 General Assembly in Milwaukee a safe and uplifting experience for all. Join our presbytery team in helping bring this event to life!
- Location: Baird Convention Center
- Session 1:
Sunday, June 21 to
Wednesday, June 24 -
Online Plenary & Hospitality - Session 2:
Thursday, June 25 to
Thursday, July 2 -
In-Person Plenary & other activities
Undue Medical Debt
A Ministry of Hope
In the last three years, John Knox Presbytery has raised over $83,000.00 and sent it to our mission partner, Undue Medical Debt. God continues to multiply our gifts! Our efforts led to the erasure of over $11 million of medical debt for almost 9,500 families.
With God's help, the congregations and friends of John Knox
Presbytery are again coming together to lift the burden of debt for families, give them a chance to catch their breath and renew their hope. We are changing lives!
BE PART OF THE SOLUTION & DONATE TODAY
You can be a part of this life-changing ministry by helping eliminate the burden of medical debt for those who need relief the most. As part of our ongoing commitment through the T.H.E.E. Alliance (Transforming Health Equity and Empowerment), John Knox Presbytery is partnering to address the injustice of crushing medical bills that trap individuals and families in cycles of poverty.
Your contribution—no matter the size—can make a powerful impact.
Click the button below to donate securely online via Vanco's E-Giving Portal. Your generosity brings hope, healing, and financial freedom to our neighbors in need.
ABOUT UNDUE MEDICAL DEBT
Undue Medical Debt is a nonprofit organization committed to relieving the burden of medical debt for individuals and families across the United States. By purchasing bundled medical debt at a fraction of the cost—often pennies on the dollar—they are able to erase millions in debt for those who need it most. Their work brings real, lasting relief to people who would otherwise remain trapped by medical bills they cannot afford.
John Knox Presbytery is proud to partner with Undue Medical Debt through the T.H.E.E. Alliance, joining a larger movement to promote compassion, justice, and systemic change in healthcare.
ABOUT THE T.H.E.E. ALLIANCE
The T.H.E.E. Alliance—Transforming Health Equity and Empowerment—is a coalition of Presbyterian churches and organizations working together to tackle health inequities in our communities. As a proud member of this alliance, John Knox Presbytery partners in efforts to eliminate medical debt, advocate for accessible healthcare, and uplift those most impacted by unjust systems. Together, we are putting our faith into action through tangible change.
Presbytery Meetings
Members of the Presbytery gather at least four times a year to conduct important business. Learn more about our upcoming meetings, register, and access documents below.
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Open Pastoral Searches
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