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I trust that the year is going well for you. I have just received word of two courses that are being offered which have been a great blessing to many seminarians in the past. You can download the specific information from www.pcusa.org/seminaries The first one is “Leadership in a Connectional Church”, January 7-11, 2008 at the Presbyterian Center, Louisville KY. Registration deadline is November 18. The second one is in conjunction with General Assembly: “Presbyterianism: Principles & Practices” June 20-28, 2008 at the 218 General Assembly in San Jose CA. Registration is due May 1, 2008. God’s richest blessing in your endeavors. In Christ, Bob Barcus
LYRA, an a cappella group from St. Petersburg, Russia, will perform at Cedar Grove Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 13, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. Lyra is a professional group specializing in traditional sacred and Russian folk music. A dessert reception will follow the performance. For tickets or more information, call the church office at 717-354-5573 or call 717-445-5901 or 717-656-8016. Or, Ann Ash can get you tickets, which are $7 each. Come enjoy a peaceful evening of beautiful music followed by dessert! stitcherama@yahoo.com
The Presbyterian Youth Worker Association has scheduled a Fall Retreat for Youth Workers (paid or volunteer adult youth leaders who feel passion for accompanying young people in their walk with Jesus Christ, people who enjoy teenagers and people who give endless amounts of time and empathy to youth) called “To The Hills”, November 12-15, 2007 in the beautiful hill country of Texas at the T Bar M Ranch and Resort. Cost is $349 per person. For registration and more information go to www.pcusa.org/youthministry/tothehills
Oxford Presbyterian Church APPLE FESTIVAL! On Saturday September 29th 10am – 4pm, Oxford Memorial Park, Proceeds benefit Oxford Presbyterian Church Bell Tower Restoration Fund. Fun for the whole family, fellowship, games & prizes for kids of all ages, food all day, apple butter-made on site, hay rides, face painting, entertainment-featuring the Princess of DUTCH WONDERLAND, Spiritual Lights gospel, Crabgrass bluegrass, Herr’s Chipper, magician Todd Garcia, and more, silent auction-from 10am until 3pm, crafts for kids-make and take, over 50 local craftspeople, kids contests with prizes, event will be at OPC in case of rain.
Everyone is invited to the upcoming Stewardship Event sponsored by the Presbytery of Philadelphia October 13, 2007 Ask, Thank, Tell: Cultivating Generosity in your Congregation. Led by Rev. Fred Milligan 10 am to 3 pm Marple Presbyterian Church, 105 North Sproul Road, Broomall , PA 19008 Marple Presbyterian is located just of Route 476 ( Blue Route) Cost $20 per person which includes lunch or $50 per church which includes lunch Registration brochure is available at http://www.presbyphl.org/pages.asp?pageid=57599 The purpose of this workshop is to help you: Learn how to discern and communicate about the Congregation’s Vision and Mission, Learn how to create a Culture of Gratitude in your congregation, Learn how to challenge your members- to help them understand the connection between giving commitments and spiritual growth, Decide what is the best approach to conducting the annual commitment program in your church, Share with and learn from others in your presbytery on the topic of financial stewardship, Registration Deadline is October 8th
Wayside Presbyterian Church is searching for a temporary supply Pastor for May 2008 through August 2008 during a sabbatical for our Pastor. Requirements are to serve 20 hours a week with primary responsibilities being Sunday service preparation, preaching and general support in office, committees, some visitation, lead the serving of Communion. Terms would include an hourly wage, mileage (excluding commute to/from church) and phone/cell phone use and reimbursement for calls from home.
Two Parish Associates and selected elders will cover the following duties: manage staff of Music Director, Youth Coordinator, Administrative Assistant and sexton; pastoral visitation; moderate session meetings, requests for funerals and weddings, provide office hours for drop by visits and Men’s Bible study.
If you can help or have questions, please contact Jeff Doane at 717-898-4165 weeknights after 5 PM.
The Rev Guy Dunham has a duplex to rent for a type of "mission outreach." It is a three bedroom, with a potential fourth on the third floor (it still needs to be painted), and two full baths, recently refurbished, all hardwood floors, newly renovated kitchen and a two car detached garage and small yard in the back. We may even furnish it if the potential renter would need that. We would like to make it a "mission outreach" of sorts, although we would have to charge rent in order to cover our mortgage payments, etc. We might even consider a "lease to purchase" option as well if someone is not able to secure a mortgage loan, but wants to buy it. For more information, call him at: 717.542.1446 or gwdunham@aol.com
Preaching Workshop! November 8th. The Rev Dr Sally Brown of Princeton Theological Seminary will hold a preaching workshop called, “Preaching in Advent: Facing Judgment, Embracing Hope”? We will look at the texts for Advent, Year A. Sally A. Brown, Elizabeth M. Engle Associate Professor of Preaching and Worship at Princeton Theological Seminary. This will be held at Bellevue Presbyterian Church on Thursday, Nov 8th from 9am till noon. Register with Kathy at 717.392.4035 or kathy@donegalpby.com
Please join English Presbyterian as we open our hearts and our doors in this new outreach ministry to the community of Marietta and beyond. We invite everyone to join us for songs, arts and laughter upon the occasion of our opening on October 5th from 6:30 until 9pm. Please pray for this new mission outreach and pray for the Church and community of Marietta as well as English Presbyterian - Peace, Kathy Taylor and the folks of English Presbyterian Church.
Dates are set for the mandatory Sexual Misconduct Prevention Training! Please mark these dates on your calendar and spread them around. These are the dates for the mandatory “every three years” sexual misconduct prevention training sponsored by the Committee on Ministry and Human Resources. Thursday, Oct 25th from 9:30am to 12:30pm with lunch provided at First Strasburg Pres. It will be taught by the Rev Bob Barcus. Thursday, April 10th from 9:30am to 12:30pm with lunch provided at Bellevue Presbyterian. Also taught by the Rev Bob Barcus. The list of those who have not had this recurring training will be circulated at COM and all (who have not had the training in the last 3 years) will be expected to attend one of these. Thanks very much!
The Summer Collegium, a project in support of small congregations, is now accepting applications for the Summer 2008 event, which will take place at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, VA, from June 25-July 3, 2008. This nine-day, all expenses paid conference for clergy and their spouses or partners is open to those who pastor small congregations (100 or fewer average Sunday attendance) and are committed to small church ministry. Singles and non-ordained pastors are welcome to apply for the one of the 25 openings. The conference consists of keynotes and workshops on all aspects of small church ministry, with a special emphasis on worship and preaching. Keynotes include Tony Pappas, who has written extensively on small church life, and Peter Bush and Christine O'Reilly, authors of the new book Where 20 or 30 are Gathered: Leading Worship in the Small Church. John Bell of the Iona Community in Scotland will be our music leader. This is an ecumenical project sponsored by the Lilly Endowment Inc. Applications may be downloaded from our website, www.vts.edu/education/collegium, or contact Marilyn Johns (mjohns@vts.edu or 703-461-1760); applications must be postmarked by December 15, 2007. Thank you very much, and please contact me if you have any questions. Marilyn Johns, D. Min. Project Manager, The Summer Collegium
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John Bell of Iona is coming to Lancaster on October 22-23! Best known as one of the leaders of the Wild Goose Worship Group of Iona, Scotland, John Bell joins traditional lyrics and passages from scripture with music influenced by the Celtic Christian tradition. He will be on the Lancaster Theological Seminary campus in the Santee Chapel on Monday, October 22, 2007 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. On Monday, October 22 from 3 p.m.-5:00 p.m, Bell will be leading an interactive workshop for clergy and church musicians at Lancaster Theological Seminary’s Santee Chapel, entitled “Worshipping the Incarnate Jesus.” On Monday and Tuesday evenings of that week at 7:00 p.m., Bell will be giving the Carson Lectures at Highland Presbyterian Church in Lancaster on the theme of “God in the Ordinary.” Editor's note: Doug Baker knows John Bell and sent in a wonderful recommendation to attend this!
Please join Lancaster Seminary for a book signing and talk, featuring Kent Groff’s new book, Writing Tides: Finding Grace and Growth through Writing, Tuesday, October 2, 3:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Theological Seminary Refectory. Book signing will be at 3:30 p.m., followed by a dialogue between Kent Groff and Bruce Epperly at 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Through spiritual exercises, storytelling, and focus strategies, Writing Tides invites the reader to see writing as a spiritual practice and way to deepen our experiences of God in our everyday lives. Kent Ira Groff is the author of numerous books, including Active Spirituality: A Spiritual Guide for Seekers and Ministers; The Soul of Tomorrow’s Church: Weaving Spiritual Practices in Ministry; Journeymen: A Spiritual Guide for Men; and What Would I Believe if I Didn’t Believe Anything. Groff served as adjunct professor of spirituality at Lancaster Theological Seminary from 1991-2006 and is founding mentor of Oasis Ministries for Spiritual Development.
What's going on in the religious and spiritual lives of American teenagers? Come hear Tony Compolo and Bob McCarty address this on Oct 15th from 10am till 2:30pm at: Cardinal Keeler Center, 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 717.657.4804 or register at: http://www.pachurches.org Register before October 5th. |
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Wrightsville Presbyterian Church, an equal opportunity employer, seeks a Director of Christian Education. This newly established, part-time position will evaluate, resource and direct the educational needs for children, youth and adults. This includes extended programming, seasonal events, Vacation Bible School, and the recruitment, development, and training of volunteers. Must be able to build relationships with children and adults of all ages in order to engage them in learning and in service to the Lord. Additional qualifications include: education in graduate, undergraduate, or seminary specializing in Christian education preferred; leadership skills and ability to work with volunteers; applicable clearances; ability to work 15-20 hours per week. Qualified candidates should send resume with applicable experience, cover letter, and references to attention: Chair, Search Committee, Wrightsville Presbyterian Church, 205 North Second Street, Wrightsville, PA 17368.
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 anne.park@verizon.net or mail to: The First Presbyterian Church of Phoenixville, 145 Main Street Phoenixville , PA 19460 RE: Praise Team Leader.
The Presbytery of West Jersey is seeking a faith-filled EXECUTIVE PRESBYTER who is: Dedicated to spiritual and organizational transformation within our presbytery body and within our individual churches; Committed to inspiring the work of unity in the midst of diversity; Motivated to lead while working with us to develop a unified vision and mission as the people of God. Please visit our Web site to learn more about this position at www.wjpresbytery.org (on the home page, click the button for "Executive Presbyter Search") or contact the Rev. Richard Sindall, search committee chair, at: rsind@earthlink.net or 107 W. Commerce Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302.
First Presbyterian Church of Allentown has an immediate opening for an interim pastoral staff position. There are 2600 members. Call the Clerk of Session - Marsha Heimann at 610.437.6341 or email her at mheimann@ptd.net To contact someone after Sept 1st (Marsha will be on vacation), call Cheryl Dravuschak at 610.395.3781 or Cheryl@fpcallentown.org |
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