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Nov 6, 2008 #108 |
New Format! New News in the top 2 pages! Re-run material below that!
Top Stories
Mission Info
News Issues
Christian Formation Info
Positions Available
Upcoming meetings!
One Good Idea |
Growing Faith Growing Churches |
Our next scheduled presbytery meeting is Nov 18th at 3pm at New London Presbyterian Church on Saginaw Road
Poster Sessions:
Equipping saints for ministry, Youth Ministry ideas, Rescuing girls in Thailand, and What the Willow Creek REVEAL Survey does
Presbytery meetings:
Do you need a baby sitter for presbytery meetings? Call the church directly and they will arrange for it!
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Personnel Resource Database! |
Need a contact in our presbytery with some special expertise? Go to our web site, www.donegalpby.com click on Resource Center and then Personnel and find some help! To add your own skills to the database, just use the password - dpres and you can add your own.
As of 11/6/08 there were 141 skilled people in this database. What skills do you need? Please Register your expertise today! |
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CONTACT |
Presbytery of Donegal
P.O. Box 10054
1861 Charter Lane ste 125
Lancaster, PA 17605-0054
717.392.4035 (phone)
717.392.8922 (fax)
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Important Note: If you want to have a confidential conversation regarding a possible sexual misconduct incident, call our Stated Clerk, Rev. Dr. William Netting, 717.548.3719, as indicated in our Presbytery Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Go see what's new at our constantly changing webpage!
http://www.presbyteryofdonegal.org |
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NEW NEWS FOR YOU - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR GROWING FAITH - GROWING CHURCHES |
PCUSA Stated Clerk Gradye Parsons will be preaching at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10 W. Pleasant Grove Rd., West Chester, PA 19382 on Sunday, November 16th, at the 8:00am, 9:00am and 10:30am services. We will also have a brief reception and time for Q&A following. Please feel free to join us that day for worship and/or reception with the Stated Clerk. Don Lincoln, Pastor. 610-399-3377 ext. 107, www.westminsterpc.org
Watch the video of Shane Claiborne at Dilworthtown: http://www.youtube.com/WPCDILWORTHTOWN
Meet some of our Inquirers and Candidates: Inquirer Erin Hayes http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCSYfV1t20k
Inquirer Emily Chudy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ2e1jbSyFA
Candidate Sarah Hill http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbWTEY3y2eM
Atlantic Coast School of Power Evangelism happening West Chester, PA from
December 3- 6! Click HERE to register or get more
info - enter the following in your web browser (too long for eNews format):
http://powerandlove.org/Groups/1000034472/Power_and_Love/Conferences/A
tlantic_Coast_School/Atlantic_Coast_School.aspx
I have a special need for a resource that was written for middle school to high school youth. In the late 1990s, Mariellen Sawada (former ASP staffer and California United Methodist pastor/district superintendent) wrote a study resource called, John Wesley: Holiness of Heart and Life - Youth Study. It is something that I would really like to see and it is now out of print. My request of you; would you possibly have a copy of this resource that you could loan/give me? I would be so happy to find this book. Mariellen has graciously offered her last copy - but that's not fair to the author - I can't take her last copy. Please let me know if you can help me. Blessings and thanks for all that you do for God's kingdom. Carolynn Bailey, Director of Volunteers, Appalachia Service Project. Contact Rob Alkhas (rob@epcyork.org).
Pastors’ Leadership Conference, Are You a Good Communicator? Or a Great One? Focus on Effective Leadership and Communication, Monday, March 16, 2009 at Country Cupboard Restaurant, Lewisburg, PA. Cost $85 includes all meals and materials. Bonus event for clergywomen on Sunday evening, March 15th at no extra cost. Meet with conference speaker, Bonnie Budzowski, for personal coaching. For more information about the speaker see www.InCredibleMessages.com. To register contact Elizabeth Affsprung at Elizabeth.affsprung@gmail.com. Sponsored by Presbytery of Northumberland.
Chestnut Level Art and Music Series presents their own Chancel Choir & Praise Tem In Concert. Sunday, November 9, 2008 at 7:00 PM at the Chestnut Level Presbyterian Church, 1068 Chestnut Level Road, Quarryville, PA 17566. The Chancel Choir and Praise Team are made up of outstanding Chestnut Level musicians praising God Through song. Refreshments served after the program. Free will offering to benefit our new Family Life Center.
The Presbytery of Donegal and the Honey Brook Presbyterian Church invite you to attend the Service of Installation for Rev. William J. Wisneski as Pastor of the Honey Brook Presbyterian Church to be held at the Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, PA on Sunday, November 9, 2008 at 3:00 PM. A reception will follow.
S.P.I.R.E. MEETING (Spouses and Survivors are cordially invited) on November 10, 2008 at Manor Café, Lititz, PA, 11:45 a.m., Program: ???. Bill Brown, Sec. BRIEF DIRECTIONS TO MORAVIAN MANOR-- From Lancaster, go North on Rt. 501 to Lemon Street in Lititz. Turn left and go 2 blocks to the Manor. Park wherever you can. The 2 hour restrictions are for students at the High School.
Job available at ASP--The Home Repair Ministry Department is seeking a full-time, highly motivated individual for a Home Repair Coordinator. The position requires extensive travel throughout TN, KY, VA & WV. Responsibilities include: ensuring compliance with state, county, and local codes; construction problem solving; and training college-age staff on construction, supplies, project selection and management. Requirements include: expertise in home rehabilitation and construction, responsible work habits, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Salary based on experience. Excellent benefits will be provided. Position start date is negotiable, ranging from January to March. Send cover letter with earliest start date and resume to: HR Coordinator, 4523 Bristol Highway, Johnson City, TN 37601. Deadline for receiving resumes is November 28th. Carolynn Bailey, Director of Volunteers, Appalachia Service Project
Holiday Shopping Boutique, proceeds benefit Relay for Life (American Cancer Society), Saturday, December 6th , 11am-3pm, Oxford Presbyterian Church
Since 1987, the mission of the Samaritan Counseling Center has been to foster hope and healing through professional counseling, consultation and education while respecting and integrating spiritual values. As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we are significantly expanding our Clergy and Congregation Care Program. It is our goal to develop healthy and resilient clergy, professional staff and congregations through a specialized program that includes new opportunities for consultation, education, coaching, and leadership groups. We are asking clergy and professional staff to help us shape this exciting initiative we are undertaking in collaboration with the national Samaritan Institute by giving us your feedback and comments. We would greatly appreciate your taking a few minutes to complete a survey for which the link has been placed on our website at www.scclanc.org. We want to design our program based on your needs and preferences. If you prefer to receive a paper copy of the survey to submit please call us at 717.560.9969. All surveys submitted by November 14 will be included in a drawing for a $25 Barnes & Noble gift certificate. Please forward this information to any other pastor or professional staff at your church that did not receive an email directly from us. We would welcome their participation. With sincere appreciation, James W. Hanna, D.Min. Executive Director jhanna@scclanc.org (717) 560-9969 www.scclanc.org |
MISSION INFO |
The next Lancaster Missionary Fellowship Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2008 in the World Mission Resource Center - 600C Eden Road. Dr. David Shenk will be presenting on a variation of great world religions, in light of who Jesus is. The title of his presentation is "Jesus and the Religions." Dr. Shenk is a wealth of knowledge on the subject and I assure you that you will be enriched and encouraged. As always, lunch will be provided (on a donation basis) or you may bring your own. We will begin the luncheon at 12:00 noon and will end around 1:30pm. Kindly contact us ahead of time if you will be attending this event. You may reach us via email or by calling the Resource Center at (717) 299-1427. We look forward to having you join us! Glenn Schwartz
Fascinating New Concept! Connecting People With Missions via a Facebook type connection: http://www.servelancaster.com/index.php Thanks to the Rev Scott Fischer for this link!
Saturday, November 22, 2008 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Program Fee: $20
Moravian Theological Seminary, 60 W. Locust Street, Bethlehem, PA.
Curious about how to plan a short-term mission trip? Come hear the experts. Learn how to build a team, establish a presence on the mission field, develop long-term relationships and the logistics of what to take and how to ship supplies used in building relationships. Four presenters, will take you through a step-by-step process.
Distributing Aid and Supplies - Nelson Randolph will speak about how to gather, ship and distribute aid and supplies, including packing, airline regulations, shipping, customs, etc.
Preparing a Team - Lisa Mixon, will speak about how to prepare a team, including the spiritual, logistical, and team building aspects to prepare for a trip.
Developing a Long-Term Presence - Rebecca Craver will look at how to develop a long-term presence and talk about the Moravian House on the Gulf Coast in Mississippi that serves Katrina victims.
Developing a Long-Term Relationship with a Church in Another Country- Jan Marsh will show how your congregation can develop a long-term relationship with a church in another country.
For more information or to register call 610-861-1519 or http://www.moravianseminary.edu/conted/schedul.html
Read Doug Baker’s letter dated Oct 29, 2008 about Kevin, Jessica and others! Praise God for those who go out to serve! http://www.pcusa.org/missionconnections/letters/bakerd/bakerd_0810.htm
COMPEER Lancaster is making a difference in the lives of real people by providing friendship matches! Check out their video and home page at: http://www.wgal.com/video/17517971/index.html
http://www.compeerlancaster.org/Home/tabid/77/Default.aspx
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PREVIOUSLY RUN NEWS FROM PRESBYTERY IN PAST ISSUES! |
Note! In an effort to conserve your time - these items were previously run.
Be Thankful for the Bounty in Your Life - Donate Blood! Central PA Blood Bank Blood Drive on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2-6pm at Stewartstown Presbyterian Church,14 College Ave., Stewartstown, PA, rear doors. Call Harry Nizer 717-993-6572 to schedule an appointment.
Parish Resource Center Offers Workshop On Ministry In A Changing Culture The Parish Resource Center, 633 Community Way, Lancaster, will offer a workshop titled “From Membership to Participation: Ministry in a Changing Culture” on Thursday, November 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center. Nationally known author, teacher, and consultant Gilbert Rendle will lead the workshop. The workshop is open to the public and is especially appropriate for pastors and congregational leaders. Because lunch will be included in the fee, registration must be made by November 13. To register and for more information, contact the Center at 299-9932 or infolancaster@parishresourcecenter.org or visit www.parishresourcecenter.org/lancaster. Rendle says that churches are among many North American organizations discovering that membership may not be the best way to define a relationship with people who want to participate. But the shift to a new relationship requires leaders to let go of old problem-solving ways. Leaders, he feels, need to learn how to see the opportunities of the new culture. Workshop participants will explore the cultural shift from membership to participation and the implications for the local church. Dr. Gilbert Rendle is senior consultant at Texas Methodist Foundation Institute for Clergy and Congregational Excellence in Austin. He is author of five widely acclaimed books on congregations and ministry and is well known for his engaging teaching style and insightful consulting with congregations. For further information, contact Joanna Smith or Debbie Sickles at 717-299-9932 or infolancaster@parishresourcecenter.org.
An opportunity for exercise and relaxation. Anyone is welcome to join in on some Noon time basketball on Fridays beginning Friday, October 10 at Avondale Presbyterian Church. This is pick-up basketball among friends. We will play for about 1 to 1 and 1/2 hours on Fridays. This is indoor basketball which will continue through the colder months. Ray Meute, Pastor
Upcoming Events at Camp Donegal 303 E. Telegraph Rd., Airville Harvest Happening--Camper Reunion Retreats--Fall Wood Cutting Day.
Camper Reunion Retreats, Relive the summer fun - Create new and lasting memories: Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-6 December 5-7, Grades 7-12 January 23-25
Campfire Reunion, Saturday, November 15th, 2-4pm. Come and join the Camp Donegal Family for an afternoon of singing, skits and s’mores. Hang out with your favorite counselors. See your camp friends. Share in the wonder of God’s Creation.
Fall Wood Cutting Day, Saturday, November 8, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This Presbytery-wide work day is an opportunity to clean up any downed trees at camp as well as to stock the woodpiles for the next year. Come as a youth group, a Church School class, a family, or an individual. All hands needed and welcomed! Cutting, splitting, chipping, raking, hauling and stacking jobs available. If you’ve got a desire to help, we’ve got a job for you! Lunch will be served. No advanced registration required. Many tools provided, more always needed. Please bring work gloves.
For more information on these and all Camp Donegal events, please contact us at (717)862-3722 or www.campdonegal.org
Leadership and Anxiety in the Church: A Family Systems Perspective, December 4, 2008, 9 am to 4 pm, First Presbyterian Church, 3231 W Tilghman St., Allentown, PA 18104, (610) 395-3781. Since the publication of Dr. Edwin Friedman’s Generation to Generation, many pastors and other church leaders have become aware of Bowen family systems theory as a way of understanding congregational dynamics. Family systems theory identifies differentiation of self and anxiety as two key variables impacting human functioning. The seminar on Leadership and Anxiety in the Church looks at the challenge presented by the rising levels of anxiety being experienced in churches today, as well as the role that self-differentiated leadership can play in calming such anxiety. The facilitator for the seminar is the Rev. Richard Blackburn, Lombard Mennonite Peace Center, Executive Director. He has led hundreds of workshops on conflict transformation and mediation skills, and serves as a mediator and consultant for individuals, churches, and other organizations. He participated in Dr. Edwin Friedman’s Post Graduate Clergy Seminar in Family Emotional Process and the Georgetown Family Center’s Post Graduate Program in Family Systems Theory and Its Applications. The Synod Transformation Network will be hosting this event on December 4 at First Presbyterian Church in Allentown, PA. The Cost is $10 per person for lunch. Pay at the door. Deadline for registration is November 24. You do need to register!!!! To register please send your name, address, phone, email and Presbytery to Cinthia Andjuar at candujar@presbyphl.org . Let the Donegal office know as well so that we might carpool. Everyone is invited to participate in the event. You do not need to be part of a presbytery Conflict Management Team.
New Updated Policy – Presbytery of Donegal – Sexual Misconduct Prevention Training Workshop. Thursday, November 13, 2008 Time - 9:30am–12:30pm Place - Bellevue Presbyterian Church, 810 Newport Ave., Gap, PA 17527 - lunch included - please PRE-REGISTER with Kathy kathy@donegalpby.com. http://www.bellevuepresbyterian.org/MainPages/directions.htm[Church phone: 717.442.4077] All ministers of Word and Sacrament (except Honorably Retired ministers who are not serving a church staff position or serving as a Parish Associate), Commissioned Lay Pastors, Christian Educators, Youth Ministers, presbytery staff and employees of the presbytery are required to get this training. If you haven't had this training in the last 3 years, you need to come! If you have had it, make sure that Rev. Dr. Bill Netting (the Stated Clerk) has your proof. Contact him at: netting@epix.net
Dear Partners in Ministry, I, David Hall, wanted to let you know that I have added a posting to our blog - http://www.davidleehall.blogspot.com Enjoy!
A number of our churches are serving in this ministry in Honduras called Serving at the Cross Roads. Check out the web site: http://www.servingatthecrossroads.org
CHRISTIAN FORMATION INFORMATION |
NEW FOR 11-6-08! Does your church have Adult Education plans for the Spring? If not, Lancaster Theological Seminary would like to invite your congegration to participate in our Lent/Spring Adult Series on "The Epistle of James," led by Professor Chuck Melchert. This series, focusing on wisdom, ethics, and faith in "The Epistle of James" will include the following:
1) Introductory and Concluding Lectures at Lancaster Theological Seminary
2) Study guides for 15 participants spiral bound (with template for photocopying)
3) DVD or Video introduction to each session (please specify which you prefer)
The cost of this series is $150. A registration form is attached. (Currently 30 congregations and approximately 500 pesons are participating in our Fall study on "Render Unto Caesar: Faith and the Presidential Election.") For more information, please contact Bruce Epperly, Director, Continuing Education, Professor of Practical Theology at bepperly@lancasterseminary.edu. |
POSITIONS AVAILABLE |
NEW - Central Presbyterian Church, Downingtown, PA, is seeking a Youth Director (full-time, 40 hours per week.) The Youth Director is responsible for the coordination and oversight of youth ministry programs from 3rd grade through high school. Major duties include outreach to and discipleship of students in and out of the church and recruiting, equipping and training of ministry teams ministering Sunday evenings for Sr. High and Wednesday evenings for Upper Elementary and Middle School. Candidates must have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, a great love for youth and a strong desire to nature them in their Christian journey. In addition, strong relational skills, proven organization skills, attention to details, and written and oral communications skills are needed. Qualifications are a degree in youth ministry and/or 2 years proven experience. Email resumes to: personnel@cpcdowningtown.org, mail to: Youth Director Search Committee, 100 Uwchlan Ave. Downingtown, PA 19335 or fax to 610-269-9842.
Director of Children’s Ministry (DCM) opening at Unionville Presbyterian Church, Unionville, PA. DCM job includes planning and implementation of children educational programs, infant through 5th grade, developing Christian-based curricula, coordination of Sunday school teachers, and family programs. Please direct all inquiries and submit resumes to UPC Office, attn: CE Ministry Team, 610-347-2327. Address: 815 Wollaston Rd, P.O. Box 447, Unionville PA, 19375, or via e-mail at: upcoffice@bee.net
Unionville Presbyterian Church in Unionville, PA is seeking a Director of Youth Ministry (DYM). The DYM responsibilities include; lead planning and implementation of youth ministries for middle school, high school, and college-aged youth, serving as lead resource and support for Confirmation Class, and supervision of youth programs including Sunday school, Sunday night youth group and other projects, trips, etc. Please direct all inquiries and submit resumes to UPC Office, attn: CE Ministry Team, 610-347-2327. Address: 815 Wollaston Rd, P.O. Box 447, Unionville PA, 19375, or via e-mail at: upcoffice@bee.net
Stewartstown Presbyterian Church announces an immediate opening for the position of Church Organist. Duties include playing for one service per week plus additional special services throughout the year. For full information regarding job description, terms, and salary, please contact our church office via phone (717-993-6278) or email (stpresby@verizon.net).
The First Presbyterian Church of Phoenixville is seeking a Worship & Praise Team Leader to lead the music and direct our Praise Team during our contemporary Rise & Shine service. This is a salaried, part-time position (approximately 10 hours per week). This is your opportunity to contribute to a loving, growing and thriving church. Interested musicians should forward their resume to secretaryfpc@comcast.net or mail to: The First Presbyterian Church of Phoenixville, 145 Main Street Phoenixville , PA 19460 RE: Praise Team Leader. |
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CALENDAR OF COMING MEETINGS! |
Use the webpage calendar at: http://www.donegalpby.com/cgi-bin/calendar.pl or:
Saturday, Nov. 8 – Wood Cutting at Camp Donegal 8am-1pm at Camp Donegal
Monday, Nov. 10 – Steering Committee 4pm followed by Council 7pm at presbytery office; SPIRE 11:45am at Manor Café
Tuesday, Nov. 11 – New Church Development 1:30pm at Bellevue Gap; Resurrection Chapel Admin Comm 5:15 at First PC, Lancaster; Heifer Project 6-8pm at presbytery office
Thursday, Nov. 13 – Sexual Misconduct Prevention Training 9:30-12:30pm at Bellevue Gap
Saturday, Nov. 15 – Reunion Campfire at Camp Donegal, 2-4pm
Tuesday, Nov. 18 – Overtures, Amendments and Review Committee meet at New London Church, 1pm; Sexual Misconduct Support Team meets for training at New London Church at 1:30pm; Presbytery meeting at New London Church, 3pm
Thursday, Nov. 20 – Interim Pastors’ Gathering at First Church in Strasburg, 1:30-3pm |
ONE GOOD IDEA |
One Great Idea - This Youtube Video explains it all when it comes to Men's Brains and Women's Brains! Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxtUH_bHBxs
Extravagant Blessings! Charlie
If you have a good idea, I'd love to share it in this eNews letter. Send it to me via: cwgross@gmail.com Thank-You Very Much! |
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