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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
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.
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
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
Ten Ways to Get Young Adults Involved in Ecumenism
1. World Council of Churches Stewards Programme -
http://www.ecumenicalyouth.org
2. World Council of Churches Internship Programme - www.ecumenicalyouth.org
3. National Council of Churches Stewards Program -
http://www.nccusa.org
4. Presbyterian Student Strategy Team (PSST) -
http://www.pcusa.org/collegiate/psst.htm
http://www.pcusa.org/collegiate/pdf/psstapplication.pdf
5. Ecumenical Advocacy Days
http://www.advocacydays.org
6. National Council of Churches Faith and Eco-Justice Fellowship
http://www.nccecojustice.org
7. Young Adult Ecumenical Forum
http://yaef.net
email: yaef07@gmail.com
8. National Council of Churches "Come to the Feast"
http://www.cometothefeast.org
9. The Council for Ecumenical Student Christian Ministry "Celebrate" Conference
http://www.cescm.org/homepage.html
10. Word Alliance of Reformed Churches Youth Network
http://www.warc.ch
Discussion Group: warc_youth@yahoo.com
CHRISTIAN FORMATION INFORMATION |
Computers in the Sunday School Classroom workshop. Oct 20th from 9am - 12:30pm at St Peter's Lutheran Church at 10 Delp Road, Lancaster, PA cost is $20. This seminar will introduce you to how churches are using kid-friendly multimedia Bible Software to create exciting lessons that stimulate student engagement, attendance, learning and Bible literacy. Neil MacQueen is the presenter. He is a Christian educator and pastor and President of Sunday Software, Inc. More info is available: 800.692.7282 x103 or pdrenner@lss-elca.org (Pam Drenner)
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!
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. |
POSITIONS AVAILABLE |
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 secretaryfpc@comcast.net or mail to: The First Presbyterian Church of Phoenixville, 145 Main Street Phoenixville , PA 19460 RE: Praise Team Leader.
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 |
Planning Ahead? Elaine Pennell (Nottingham) recommends scheduling Alison Adam as a good follow-up to John Bell's workshop and lecture. (John Bell of Iona will be at Lancaster Theological Seminary and Highland Church on October 22-23, 2007) Elaine Pennell from Nottingham Church offers Alison her unequivocal endorsement and recommendation as a song and worship leader. "She is truly a gift to the ecumenical and global church from the Iona Community where she studied and worked with John Bell. If you have an occasion to use her gifts, you will be blessed." Alison Adam will be in East Brunswick, NJ on June 30th and Cleveland, OH on July 8th. She has time to come to your church/organization to do any workshops on worship and/or song, Big Sings or the like between those dates. Her air fare to the U.S. is already covered. You can contact her at alison.adam@worshipworks.co.uk |
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