Developing, Nurturing
& Supporting Leaders
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Mark Your Calendar!
Synod of Lincoln Trails
2012 Meetings
January 27
First Presbyterian Church, Urbana, IL
July 21
Philo Presbyterian Church
Philo, IL
October 26-27
Philo Presbyterian Church
Philo, IL
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January 16, 2012
Leadership Conversation
Hilton Garden Inn
Champaign, IL
April 17-18, 2012
Reading of the
Presbytery Minutes
Eastland Suites
Urbana, IL
May 7-11, 2012
Interim Pastor Training
Mercy Center
St. Louis, MO
June 30-July 7, 2012
General Assembly
Pittsburg, PA
Check our website or contact the synod office for details!
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Commissioned Ruling Elder Graduation
by Rev. Frank Vardeman, General Presbyter of Wabash Valley
Last Saturday afternoon about 150 Presbyterians from the Synod of Lincoln Trails gathered at the Philo Presbyterian Church in Philo, Illinois for the Graduation Worship Service for the Synod's 2011 Commissioned Ruling Elder graduates. Ten Ruling Elders graduated with seven of the ten from the Presbytery of Wabash Valley.
PWV was well represented in the worship service as the Rev Laura Reason was the preacher, the Rev. Bill McLean and the Rev. Carol McDonald participated. Our seven graduates are:
- David Abbott, Westminster PC, South Bend
- Nancy Brinklow, The Presbyterian Church, LaPorte
- Jill Kitowski, The Presbyterian Church, LaPorte
- Harry Pearce, Pulaski Presbyterian Church, Pulaski
- Joe Pease, Memorial Presbyterian Church, Dayton
- Steven Varys, Faith Presbyterian Church, West Lafayette
- Donald Yowell, First Presbyterian Church, Crown Point
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 Christmas Joy Offering
What is the Christmas Joy Offering?
A cherished Presbyterian tradition since the 1930s, the Christmas Joy Offering is one of the four special offerings designated by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Because Advent and Christmas shine a light not only on our world's greatest hope but also on our world's greatest need, the PC(USA) provides this timely opportunity for congregations to support causes specifically designed to bring Good News of Great Joy to the poor in circumstance or spirit. Alongside the message of promise and fulfillment in Luke's Gospel, we also hear the clear call to God's people to respond in faith as Christ calls us: "From everyone to whom much has been given, much will be required; and from the one to whom much has been entrusted, even more will be demanded" (Luke 12:48). For more information on the Christmas Joy Offering click here.
For year round Presbyterian Mission click here.
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March 12-14, 2012
Charlotte, North Carolina
Click here for conference updates, a downloadable registration form and information about online registration and payment.
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 Geneva Center Ministry Team Seeking Assistant Director for Summer Camp Programming
The person filling this position will create a positive environment to ensure camper and summer staff success and safety.
- Term - February 1 - July 31, 2012
- Salary - $12,000 plus housing
- Mileage - reimbursed at IRS rate
For a position description click here
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February 1-4, 2012
Grand Rapids, MI
"God's miracles are staggering, God's wonders are surprising. God's kingdom lasts and lasts, God's sovereign rule goes on forever."
Daniel 4:3 (The Message)
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Light Your Path to Leadership
Monmouth College Presbyterian Scholarship
* $5,000 annual scholarship
* Renewable up to three years
* Overnight visit for finalists
Apply or nominate a student today!
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