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Where the Spirit Takes Flight

About Our Church
BALMORAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH'S MISSION STATEMENT
We are an open community who believes God is love and who lives our belief through praise and service.

A VISION of BALMORAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Balmoral PC people are spirit-driven. Its wind fills our sails and we go where God leads us, with servant leadership as a guiding principle. We encourage mutual love and support, and we welcome without hesitation — all orientations, races, denominations, points of view. Our members share their talents with each other and in the wider community. We focus on community and cross-border outreach. Our mission is to develop our spiritual growth so that we may better serve others, reflecting the presence of Christ in our lives. We listen to the spirit, the community, and each other. We live out this vision with our support of hunger and homeless programs; our commitment to racial reconciliation; sharing much of our building with community organizations; hosting a learning center for children with exceptional needs; employing music and art as forms of worship; and empowering and encouraging our members in their own volunteer interests.
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Sunday Mornings at 11 AM

Live at
6413 Quince Road
Memphis TN

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 - 26th Sunday After Pentecost
This Sunday's Message: Timing

This Sunday's Theme: All things happen according to the Lord's timing.

This Sunday's bulletin:

In November, Balmoral Presbyterian Church actively participated in the Operation Christmas Child ministry, spreading joy and hope to children around the world. Church members came together to pack shoeboxes with gifts, including toys, school supplies, and hygiene items, which will be sent to children in need across various countries. The congregation's heartfelt donations and dedication helped make this annual outreach a success, reflecting the church’s commitment to sharing the love of Christ through tangible acts of kindness. Through Operation Christmas Child, Balmoral Presbyterian Church continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of children, offering them not just material gifts, but a reminder that they are loved and remembered.

During worship on Sunday, November 17, the congregation prayed over the boxes and those children who will experience the love of God when they open them.

Tuesday, November 19 @ 8:00am - Tuesdays With Ted - Cracker Barrel Restaurant
Tuesday, November 19 @ 12:30pm - 
Chair Yoga - Classroom A
Wednesday, November 20 @ 2:00pm - SEED Task Force - Classroom A
Wednesday, November 20 @ 7:00pm - 
Choir Rehearsal - Choir Room
Thursday, November 21 @ 10:15am - 
Thursday Small Group - Classroom A
Thursday, November 21 @ 12:30pm - 
Chair Yoga - Classroom A
Sunday, November 24 @ 9:30am - 
Adult Studies - Classroom A
Sunday, November 24 @ 11:00am - 
Worship - Sanctuary
Sunday, November 24 @ 12:00pm - 
Soup Luncheon and Hanging of the Greens - Fellowship Area & Sanctuary
Sunday, November 24 @ 1:00pm -
Sandwich Making Ministry - Classroom A
Tuesday, November 26 @ 8:00am - 
Tuesdays With Ted - Cracker Barrel Restaurant
Tuesday, November 26 @ 12:30pm - 
Chair Yoga - Classroom A
Wednesday, November 27 @ 7:00pm - 
Choir Rehearsal - Choir Room
Thursday, November 28 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING - Office Closed
Sunday, December 1 @ 9:30am - 
Adult Studies - Classroom A
Sunday, December 1 @ 11:00am - 
Worship - Sanctuary
Sunday, December 1 @ 12:30pm - 
Worship Team - Classroom A

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Rev J Mark Howland

Pastor

Rev Howland began serving at Balmoral Presbyterian Church in June of 2023. He was installed as our pastor on September 2023.

Rev Elizabeth Dick

Parish Associate

Elizabeth provides Pastoral Care support for the congregation. She also leads worship when the pastor is out of town.

Ben Legett

Director of Music Ministry

Ben began as our Director of Music Ministry on March 1, 2023. Ben was not a stranger to Balmoral Presbyterian Church since he served as interim music director during the first quarter of 2022. Ben brings a wide knowledge of ecclesiastical music and has even composed some pieces.

Leiza Collins

Pianist

Leiza has provide musical support for the choir and our worship services for over 10 years. She also is a music instructor at St Louis Catholic School.

Quarter Sticks

Each Sunday morning our children go throughout the sanctuary collecting quarters during our time of offering.

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Food Cart

Every Sunday our congregation members bring canned food items to place in the food cart in our sanctuary. This food is taken to the food pantry at St Luke's United Methodist Church for distribution to approximately 80-100 food insecure families on a weekly basis.

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Mobile Food Pantry

Every first and third Thursday of the month, a group of volunteers meet at Colonial Park United Methodist Church to assist in working at the MidSouth Food Bank.

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First Presbyterian Church Soup Kitchen

The Soup Kitchen at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Memphis serves a hot meal to approximately 75 guests every Sunday at 1:30 PM.

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Johnson Auxiliary

This ministry was founded in April of 1973 by members of Balmoral Presbyterian Church and other Presbyterian churches in Memphis to serve the patients of the Regional Medical Center (now Regional One Health) in Memphis and their families.

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Meals on Wheels

Every Tuesday we have teams of people who travel to the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association to pick up meals and deliver them to senior citizens in our city who are food insecure.

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Mexico Cistern Ministry

The mission of poroviding clean water for families in the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula is one of Balmoral Presbyterian Church's largest and most far-reaching ministries.

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Boy Scouts & Cub Scouts

Scout Troop 364 has been active and thriving at Balmoral Presbyterian Church for over 50 years.

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Voter Hospitality

Balmoral Presbyterian Church strives to be a light in our community and takes great pride in being named the Friendliest Voting Precinct in Shelby County.

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Balmoral Presbyterian Church provides a meeting location five days per week for this organization.

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Al-Anon

Balmoral Presbyterian Church provides a meeting location for a local Al-Anon Group.

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Hospitality HUB

The Hospitality HUB is a hospitality, counseling, and resource center for homeless persons located in downtown Memphis.

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MLGW/MIFA Plus One

Memphis Light, Gas, and Water and the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association Plus One program helps keep the lights on and heat functioning for the financially stressed members of our community during the cold months.

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Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association

MIFA supports the independence of vulnerable seniors and families in crisis through the high-impact programs such as emergency services.

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Memphis Child Advocacy Center

Balmoral Presbyterian Church provides financial support to the Child Advocacy Center.

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PCUSA Special Offerings

Balmoral Presbyterian Church participates in the four churchwide special offerings of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

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Sandwich Making Ministry

Meets on the 4th Sunday of every month following the worship service.

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Choir

Our choir provides musical offerings for our worship services and special services from September through May. Members of the choir also provide special music throughout the summer months. The choir meets every Wednesday night Mid-August through May at 7 PM. For more information, contact Ben Legett, our Director of Music Ministry.

Handbell Choir

We have a handbell choir which provides a musical offering during our worship services on some Sunday mornings. The handbell choir is under the direction of Lynn Ward. They rehearse most Wednesday evenings from 6-7 pm during the months of September through May.

Church Membership

In Jesus Christ, God calls people to faith and to membership in the Church, the body of Christ. Balmoral Presbyterian Church believes that all individuals who trust in God's grace in Jesus Christ and desire to become a part of the fellowship and ministry of our congregation, shall be welcomed into membership as sojourners on the journey of faith.

Adult Studies

Current Study Topic: Book Study, "Peaceful Neighbor: Discovering the Countercultural Mister Rogers" We offer a variety of topic-driven and Bible-driven adult study opportunities throughout the year. Our normal pattern is to have a topic-driven study during the fall months, a short Advent study, a Bible-driven study in the early part of the year, and a topic-driven study in the spring. The adult studies meet each Sunday at 9:30 AM in Classroom A.

Chair Yoga

Join us for a rejuvenating Chair Yoga class every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM in Classroom A. This accessible, gentle yoga practice is designed for all levels, especially for those who may have mobility challenges or prefer a seated routine. The class focuses on improving flexibility, strength, and relaxation through simple movements and breathing exercises, all while seated in a sturdy chair. Whether you're new to yoga or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, this class provides a supportive, welcoming environment to nurture both your body and mind. Come experience the benefits of chair yoga in a calm, community-focused space!

The Session is the governing body of our congregation.

Janice Hill

Clerk of Session

Beverly Hooker

Erich Shultz

Barry Dotson

Karen Pilkington

Linda Warren

Paul Below

Art Hall

Mary Schmitz


  • 6413 Quince Road, Memphis, TN, USA
  • P O Box 17309 Memphis, TN 38187
  •  Mon - Thurs 10:00-3:00 Sun 9:00 - 12:30

We are a congregation which responds to our call to share bread with the hungry, befriend the marginalized, and engage our minds, talents, and treasures toward building a community reflective of God's kingdom.


Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

Synod of the Living Waters

Presbytery of the Mid-South

Covenant Network of Presbyterians