In the online form, in the “YAV Details” text box, write:
Designated gift to YAV Mercer Phlegar, YAV-Chinook, MT, and ECO #E052125.

The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), A Corporation, is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Our tax identification number is 13-3462549.

The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Young Adult Volunteer (YAV) Program is a year-long service opportunity for young adults ages 19–30 to explore God’s call through mission, intentional Christian community, spiritual formation, and vocational discernment. YAVs serve in national and international sites, working alongside local partners in ministries that address the root causes of poverty, injustice, and social inequality. The program encourages a life of service, simplicity, and justice-oriented faithfulness.

Southminster’s Support of YAV Mercer Phlegar

Southminster Presbyterian Church is proud to sponsor and support Mercer Phlegar, a 2025 graduate of Carroll University, as she embarks on a year of service as a Young Adult Volunteer. Mercer’s commitment to living out her faith through compassionate action reflects our values as a congregation. Her participation in the YAV program embodies our mission to nurture young leaders, walk alongside those on the margins, and serve Christ in the world.

We look forward to praying, encouraging, and supporting Mercer throughout her journey.

Meet Mercer!

Hi, my name is Mercer Phlegar. I am 23 and grew up mainly in Georgia, Ohio, and Wisconsin. I recently graduated from Carroll University (WI), where I studied Elementary and Special Education. While at Carroll, I was a varsity lacrosse player and served as a Spiritual Life leadership team member, among other meaningful activities. My experience in college and my lifelong involvement in church have helped me hear strong calls to serve others and to strive to live more fully into my faith, especially by supporting and guiding children. The values of kindness, compassion, family, and faith are deeply important to me, and I look forward to putting these values into action during my YAV year. I am excited about living in Montana over the next year and hope to discern where God is leading me.

Thanks again to you and the church for helping me fundraise during my YAV year!

Sincerely,

Mercer Phlegar

Support the YAV Ministry in Chinook, Montana

Young Adult Volunteer Program. YAVs will live in the community and serve in various community-based ministries in Chinook, MT. Funds are raised to support programmatic expenses, stipends, health insurance, and food allowances. Any funds raised beyond the needs of the individual volunteer are used to support other volunteers and the general YAV program in Chinook.

• To give online, see the button and details to the left.

• To give by phone, call 800-872-3283. Please tell the mission representative that you want to give a designated gift to YAV Mercer Phlegar, YAV-Chinook, MT, and ECO #E052125.

• To send a check, please designate that you want your gift to go to YAV Mercer Phlegar, YAV-Chinook, MT, and ECO #E052125 on the memo line and mail to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700