MPC is delighted to welcome our guest pastor this Sunday, the Reverend Bill Buchanan who, among his many interests, taught a class at Union Presbyterian Seminary "about how jazz is our model for post empire church and how funk is the music of the kingdom of God"
Rev. Merri, Judy, Wayne, Howard May 24, 2026
It was a delight to welcome Judy and Wayne Hash from Massie's Mill Presbyterian Church to our Pentecost service. Massie's Mill was one of the first congregations to send much-needed support in the weeks following Hurricane Helene. They did so because, many years ago, they too had to rebuild after losing their own church home. They knew what it was like, and they wanted us to know we weren't alone.
This support mattered financially, of course, but it also gave us the understanding that our recovering from this devastating flood mattered not only to our own congregation, but to those who may live far away, places we've never been, and people we've never met. It gave us strength to rebuild, even through those dark hours when rebuilding seemed a fool's mission. And when we sent donations to Kerr County, Texas, after their own flooding last summer, we did so at least in part as a result of Judy and Wayne Hash's church's support for us.
Today we learned that the congregation at Massie's Mill continues to follow our recovery; that they print out our newsletter and post it on their own bulletin board; that they pray for us every Sunday. We are humbled by their kindness, their dedication, and by their example. May we always live together in fellowship and joy.
Public vs. Private PrisonsA Community Conversation
Let us introduce ourselves: we (l-r: Carolyn, Dannie, Lynne) are the PNC (Paster Nominating Committee) elected by the Session. We’ve been having a wonderful time considering candidates who feel called to serve at Marshall Presbyterian. As our dear transitional pastor, Merri Alexander, reminds us, our next pastor has already been chosen for us by God. More will be revealed!
Neighbors In Need, Inc., a 501(c)(3) crisis organization, active in Madison County, NC for over 40 years, is now operating from the fellowship hall of Marshall Presbyterian Church, 165 South Main Street, Marshall, NC. The fellowship hall is located at the rear of the Church building through the double doors at the top of the parking area ramp.
NIN continues to assist Madison County residents with utility assistance in times of financial crisis on an annual 12 month rolling basis and helps with critical heating needs from December 01 through March 31 each year. As all equipment and supplies were lost during the 2024 flood, there is currently no food pantry offered, but Help may be available from Beacon of Hope Services.
Neighbors in need is open each Tuesday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. An in-person visit is strongly encouraged but is required at least once a year. However, if needed, a message with a question can be left at (828) 206-2001. Please, use the (828) 206-2001 number for a more timely response rather than leaving a voice-mail on the church's phone; speak slowly, leaving your name, your question, and return telephone number.