August 24, 2012


Developing, Nurturing
& Supporting Leaders

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Synod of Lincoln Trails

2012 Meetings

 


October 26-27

Philo Presbyterian Church

Philo, IL

 

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November 3

CRE ConEd Advent/Christmas/Epiphany - Year C

Philo, IL

 

 

November 5-9

MALT Interim/Transitional Training

St. Louis, MO

 

 

November 9-12

MALT Interim Executive Training

St. Louis, MO 

 

 

 

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MALT

Regional Education for Interim/Transitional Ministry

 November 5-9, 2012

 

Interim Executive Training

 November 9-12, 2012

 

Sponsored by the Synod of Lincoln Trails and

The Synod of Mid-America

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

Mercy Center - St. Louis, MO

 

 
The interest in participating in Just.Good.Food., a mission effort of the synods of Lakes and Prairies, Lincoln Trails and Mid-America, continues to grow. Six states are now represented in a lengthening database. A curriculum -- an initial step in the project -- is under development. Some graphic-art materials, including the logo at right, have recently been completed. Project details can be found at "Hunger." Sarah More-Nokes associate executive presbyter in Winnebago Presbytery, is leading the pilot effort. She noted that congregations participating in the pilot program will be committing to the following: More...
 


 
Commissioned Ruling Elder Continuing Education Offered by the Synod of Lincoln Trails

 

The final class in the Synod of Lincoln Trails 2012 preaching series is November 3, 2012. This is a continuing education class for commissioned ruling elders. The Rev. Dr. Laura Reason, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Highland, Ind. will lead participants through the sacred seasons of the liturgical year. Dr. Reason is an eight-time teacher of preaching and worship leadership to Synod of Lincoln Trails ruling elders.

 

November 3, 2012
Preaching & Worship Advent/Christmas/Epiphany - Year C
 
Philo Presbyerian Church
Philo, IL
9:30am - 2:30pm (lunch included)
Cost: $35
 
Click here for the registration form.
 

   

Planning is underway for Big Tent 2013 which is expected to feature the Clergywomens' Leadership Institute, the Evangelism and Church Growth Conference, the Healthy Ministry Conference, the National Elders Conference, the National Multicultural Church Conference, the Presbyterian Communicators Network Conference, the World Mission Conference and the Racial Ethnic and Immigrants Convocation. More...  

 

 

  

Find out what's happening within the presbyteries of the Synod of Lincoln Trails. Click on links below to read the newsletters or visit their webpages. 

 

 

 

Certificate in Environmental Ministry and Leadership 2013 

 

Original Artwork by Shawna BowmanMcCormick will be offering the Certificate in Environmental Ministry and Leadership in 2013. The application process will open on September 1, 2012 and on February 15, 2013. Information about the program may be found on the McCormick website. To receive a copy of the flyer for Cohort 2 click here. McCormick has instituted an "early bird" discount for applications received before January 15, 2013.

 

Certificate in Executive Leadership for Pastors

and Church Leaders

2012-2013

 

McCormick Theological Seminary's highly acclaimed Certificate in Executive Leadership program equips pastors and other key leaders of Christian institutions with the skills and abilities necessary for effective leadership in today's rapidly changing landscapes. 

 

Click here to view the brochure.