Developing, Nurturing
& Supporting Leaders
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Mark Your Calendar!
CLP Continuing Education
Pentecost I
Synod of Lincoln Trails
June 4, 2011
Philo, Ill.
Synod Presbyterian Women Gathering
June 10-12, 2011
Rochester, Ind.
PC(USA) Big Tent
June 30 - July 2, 2011
Indianapolis
Covenant Gathering
July 3-8, 2011
Hillsdale, Mich.
Synod of Lincoln Trails Quarterly Meeting
July 29, 2011
Urbana, Ill.
CLP Continuing Education
Pentecost II
Synod of Lincoln Trails
Aug. 20, 2011
Philo, Ill.
Gil Rendle Workshop
Journey in the Wilderness: New Life for Mainline Churches
Public Welcome ($25 Registration)
October 28
Urbana, Ill.
Synod of Lincoln Trails Quarterly Meeting
October 29, 2011
Philo, Ill.
CLP Continuing Education
Advent/Christmas/
Epiphany
Synod of Lincoln Trails
Nov. 5, 2011
Philo, Ill.
Check our website or contact the synod office for details!
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We Are Presbyterian
Former Moderator Launches Video Project
Bruce Reyes-Chow has invited all Presbyterians to record and submit 8-minute videos telling what their hopes, dreams and aspirations for the Presbyterian church are. The videos will be webcast for 8 hours on June 22. For more information, view this video. Deadline extended to June 15. There's still time to submit your video! | |
Your Invitation to the "We Are Presbyterian" Project
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 Renewed Energy and Connection to the Larger Picture Refresh Participants' Calling at APA Conference
by Judith A. Lucas, Executive Assistant, Synod of Lincoln Trails
I spent May 19 through 21 in Louisville, attending the Heartland Regional Conference of the Administrative Personnel Association (APA).
This was my first official meeting as president-elect and I wasn't sure what to expect. I knew it was going to be a good conference when the opening worship started with Marissa Galvan-Valle of General Assembly. The sermon and music were extraordinary and set the tone for the whole weekend. Sharon K. Youngs and Betty Meadows were no less extraordinary not to mention my classes and leaders.
I read on the website of pcusa-apa.org that a pastor said the APA was the best kept secret of the Presbyterian Church - why keep it a secret? The networking of church secretaries, administrative staff of presbyteries and synods actually bring to life what we do every day. The women are wonderful, the stories are fabulous, and spirit is moving!
Thank you to the synod and its personnel committee for supporting continuing education and keeping money available to attend these events.
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APA conference attendees included Deanna Alford from New Albany, Ind. (far right, second row) and Judy Lucas, Synod of Lincoln Trails, (third from left, back row).
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Conference attendees achieve certification.
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The Heartland region of APA includes Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan. The Greater Midwest region of APA includes Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois. |
Support for Flood and Tornado Victims
Join the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Ministry for a Webinar on June 6
Join Randy Ackley, coordinator for the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance ministry of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), for a webinar on Monday, June 6, 2-3 p.m. EDT to learn more about the church's support for the flood and tornado victims in their time of need.
In addition to Ackley's remarks you will be made aware of the resources available to help you communicate with your congregants and local communities exactly how the church is helping and how they can help during this time of need. Space is limited.
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PCUSA Event is June 30-July 2 in Indianapolis
Synod Scholarships Are Still Available
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 Godly Play Foundation Offers Training
Second Presbyterian Church, Indianapolis
June 17 and 18
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Chicago Seminary Offers Continuing Ed Opportunities
Certificate in Executive Leadership: designed to equip pastors, church staff and lay leaders to meet challenges of leadership in today's church. Certificate in Environmental Ministry and Leadership: provides clergy and lay leaders an opportunity to think deeply and broadly about the growing challenge of environmental ministry. 2012 Allen Lectures: Professor Emilie Townes will present the 2012 Allen Lecture Monday, Feb. 21, 2012. More information |
 POAMN/ARMSS Conference will be in San Antonio
October 11 through 14
Dr. Cynthia Rigby, Austin Seminary, will be the keynote speaker at this joint conference of the Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network and the Association of Retired Ministers, their Spouses and Survivors. The program offers numerous workshops and several leisure-time activities. Download a conference brochure and registration form.Partial scholarships are available for first-time attenders. Contact Ginny Nyhuis at gnyhuis@frontier.com or (615) 426-1545. Deadline for completed scholarship applications is September 23, 2011. Read the current POAMN newsletter. |
 Association of Presbyterian Tentmakers
Tentmakers, also known as bi-vocational pastors, are people who are also employed in work outside of parish ministry. Click here to read the latest issue of the association's newsletter, Tent Talk. |
Mission Co-Worker News
During a five-day visit to the Gambella region in southwest Ethiopia, Carolyn Weber preached at the Itan/Lare Women's Conference, which was attended by more than 3,000 women. Until recently, Carolyn was pastor at the United Church of Oneida (Ill.). |
Spring Issue of Education Talk Available
Each season, the Board of Pensions brings you new information and insight into ways in which you can enhance the well-being of your spirituality, vocation, finances, and health with its EducationTalk e-newsletter. This spring's issue offers articles about the positive values of inspiration, the latest Board Bulletin, the Board's Small Employer Healthcare Tax Credit information and resources, the value of eating your veggies, and much more. Read the spring issue here |
Summer Conferences at Princeton Seminary
Institute of Theology - July 18-22. Take some time this summer to explore your call. The Institute of Theology, Princeton Seminary's original continuing education event, is a five-day course for ministers and congregational members. This year's theme is Perspectives on Vocation for the 21st Century. More information
Institute of Worship and Kemp Church Music Symposium - July 24-28. PTS and Westminster Choir College are very pleased to announce a collaborative effort to bring the discussion of theology and music together for a week long review. This Symposium is offered to encourage preachers, worship leaders and church musicians to come together to reflect on the collaborative approach to leading and organizing meaningful worship to God. More information
Institute for Pastoral Leadership. Institutes that will inspire and equip you in your ongoing pastoral formation and renewal.
October 3-5
Media-Savvy Pastor
Pastoral Communication Beyond the Pulpit
Pastor as Steward: Wisely Leading Those Who Follow
October 6-7
Finance for Church Leaders
Women Clergy
The What and How of Mission
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