 For Your Prayers
Elder Charles Richter (Saginaw-First and Committee on Ministry Member) who is experiencing health issues. He has needed several blood transfusions recently. He will be visiting the Mayo Clinic next week for further testing.
Elder Steve Baille (CLP at Flint-First) whose brother-in-law David is battling cancer and at this time the treatments are not going as well as hoped.
Elder Roger Terrill (Fenton-First, Coordinating Team Member) whose granddaughter Elizabeth is facing surgery and radiation treatments.
The Rev. Lucy Der-Garabedian (LHP Member serving in the Army) who recently deployed to Iraq.
The Rev. Dr. David Pierce and wife Jenny (Midland-Memorial) on the recent birth of their first grandchild, a boy.
The Rev. Ron Grimes (Kinde-First and Elkton-Chandler) on his recent retirement.
The Rev. Robert Emrich (Saginaw-First) on the celebration of 25 years of ministry in Saginaw.
Isaac Chung (Bay City-Westminster) who was recently examined and approved as ready for Ordination by the presbytery. He will be Ordained and Installed as Associate Pastor at Bay City-Westminster later this month.
Contact information for anyone on this list may be obtained by calling
the presbytery office at 800-621-6905 or 989-799-7481.
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 Welcome Isaac Chung
At a special meeting of presbytery on August 24, 2010, Isaac Chung was
examined for Ordination and his call as Associate Pastor at Bay City-Westminster was approved. We welcome Isaac to Lake Huron Presbytery and look forward to working with him. Click here to learn more about him.
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 Session Records Review Coming Soon
October 9th
The annual review of session minutes and records will take place on Saturday, October 9th. Packets were mailed to all Clerks of Session on August 31st. All information regarding the review can also be found on our website on the Records Review page.
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 Continuing Education Opportunities
We have added a new page to our website that contains information on opportunities for Continuing Education and other learning events. Please check out our Continuing Education page today under the Resources tab.
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 Louise Brokaw on Vacation Through September 13th
The Rev. Louise Brokaw, General Presbyter for Lake Huron Presbytery, will be out of the office until September 13th.
When calling the Presbytery Office please press 0 for the operator and
she will direct your call to the appropriate staff member.
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 Board
of Pensions dues remain the same for 2011
Next year for the fourth consecutive year The
Board of Pensions' dues will remain at 31.5% of effective salary. This includes dues for medical, pension,
death and disability.
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 2011 Per Capita Apportionment
GA $ 6.50
Synod $ 3.25
Presby
$12.50
Total
$22.25
Apportionment
notices will be sent to Clerks in October.
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 Naomi Tutu Visits Flint-Trinity United
September 19
Naomi Tutu, daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, will be featured as part of a worship service at Flint-Trinity United
on Sunday, September 19th. It is a final worship in a three day
program entitled Race and Reconciliation taking place throughout Flint.
Click here for more details and for a printable brochure or call the church at (810) 720-5152.
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 Pews Available
Flint-Trinity United has two storage units of pews available similar to the ones shown here. Most are 9'-12' long and in good condition. Must be able to pick them up. Contact the church directly for more information at (810) 720-5152.
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 PW Fall Gathering
October 23rd at Bay City-Westminster
The Presbyterian Women of Lake Huron Presbytery are holding their annual Fall Gathering on Saturday, October 23rd from 9:30am to 2:00pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Bay City.
"Share God's Love"
Guest Speaker: Elder Chris Wolf, Vice Moderator for Justice and
Peace Churchwide Coordinating Team for the GAMC and CLP at
Marlette-First and Marlette-Second
Come share fellowship with others, learn more about the work of the
CCT Experience, an inspiring worship service, and share information on
mission projects throughout the presbytery.
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 How do you say "Thanks" to your pastor?
GOOD: "Nice sermon, Pastor," whispered in the narthex.
BETTER: "You're awesome, Pastor Mary McDonald!" flashed on a massive jumbotron in a sold-out football stadium.
BEST: Hope Church, Winter Haven, celebrates our pastor, the Rev. Dr. Thomas E. McGrath! A pastor with an open door and an open heart, he serves our community and us with knowledge, wisdom, and gentle humor. His sermons inspire us, and we thank him for his true leadership in Christ's love.
...PUBLISHED IN THE MAGAZINE THAT GETS READ BY THOUSANDS OF YOUR PASTOR'S FORMER CLASSMATES AND PRESENT COLLEAGUES.
Be a member, be a congregation that praises in public, declaring for thousands of Presbyterians to hear how much you appreciate your pastor. Place a PASTOR APPRECIATION AD (or two!) for just $25 for 25 words ($1 for each additional word) in one or both upcoming Outlook Pastor Appreciation issues (cover dates Oct. 4 and Nov. 1)
Place your ad with George Whipple via fax (804) 363-6369) or e-mail gwhipple@pres-outlook.org
DEADLINE for Oct. 4 edition: Aug. 26
DEADLINE for Nov. 1 edition: Sept. 23Click here to view the printable brochure. |
 Missionary Coming to LHP
October 8-13
Thirty years
ago the 192nd General Assembly (1980) of the United Presbyterian Church in the
U.S.A. adopted Peacemaking:
The Believers' Calling. This statement affirmed that peacemaking is central
to the gospel message and to living as disciples of Jesus. It affirmed past and
ongoing Presbyterian peacemaking efforts and called for a renewed emphasis on
peacemaking. Since 1980, individual Presbyterians, congregations, middle
governing bodies, and General Assembly programs have engaged in amazing
peacemaking ministries in the name of Jesus Christ.
As part of the 30th
Anniversary of the Peacemaking Program, International Peacemakers from 8
countries are scheduled to visit the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) from
September 24 through October 18, 2009. These individuals from our partner
churches will share about ministries in their countries that seek justice and
pursue peace in the name of Jesus Christ. The Rev. Augustin Mukendi Kabongo an
International Peacemaker from the Democratic Republic of Congo will visit the
Presbytery of Lake Huron, October 8-13. Among other responsibilities he has
ministries that focus on working with children and issues that impact children.
International
Peacemakers are leaders who are engaged in peacemaking in their own areas of
the world. They are invited by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to visit with
Presbyterians in the United States and to help us understand the peace and
justice concerns of others around the world. International Peacemakers help
Presbyterians broaden their view of the world, deepen their understanding of
peace and justice issues in our own communities, and faithfully follow Jesus in
ministries extending compassion, seeking peace, and doing justice.
Churches are needed to host the Rev. Augustin Mukendi Kabongo for lunch, dinner or worship events during this time. Please contact Ralph Hillman if you are able to help out. |
 New Hogan Center Enhances Student Experience
After nearly 18 months of construction, Alma College's new Hogan Center
addition is finished and ready to serve students and the greater
community as the College's primary venue for commencement,
convocations, major events and athletics.
The $10.2 million project includes renovated locker rooms, athletic
training space, natatorium, coaches offices and classrooms in the
existing athletics building along with the addition of the
29,000-square-foot Art Smith Arena, which provides space for major
College events as well as a new home court for the men's and women's
basketball and women's volleyball teams.
The Art Smith Arena
"This is a fabulous arena with a beautiful lobby that will enhance
the student experience at Alma and serve as a showcase for the campus
not only in our local community but regionally and nationally," says
Alma College President Jeff Abernathy. "This will be an excellent
community gathering place for speakers, concert and other events. We
continue to welcome those who attend games and College events as well
as those who swim in the pool or play racquetball."
A dedication ceremony is planned for noon Friday, Oct. 8. The project
is funded by a combination of gifts and the sale of bonds. Fund raising
continues for the project, says Carol Hyble, vice president for
advancement.
"We continue to focus on..." keep reading
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 Save These Dates!
June 30 - July 3, 2011
The PC(USA) is having another Big Tent Event. This time in Indianapolis. The Big Tent Event is a collection of conferences of various ministry groups within the PC(USA) which would normally host an annual conference on their own. By hosting them at the same time, in the same place attendees are able to attend training and plenary sessions of any group. Offering an amazing learning opportunity and for meeting new people with a wide variety of interests and gifts. The fellowship and worship are unmatched! Start planning now to attend. Watch for more information after the first of the year.
Click here to watch a video summary of the first Big Tent Event held in Atlanta in June 2009.
Click here to watch a video from the PC(USA) about the event.
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Upcoming Meetings and Events
(All meetings are at the Presbytery Office unless otherwise noted.)
Labor Day
Presbytery Office Closed
September 6
Coordinating Team
(CT)
September 8
10:00am
Presbyterian Women (PW)
September 9
10:00am
Health Fairs Committee
September 10
10:00am
Nominating Team
(NOM)
September 13
10:00am
Ministry Dinner
September 13
5:00pm
Saginaw Art Museum
Interim Pastors Gathering
September 16
9:30am
Commissioned Lay Pastor (CLP)
Class
September 18
9:00am
Presbytery Meeting
September 21
9:30am
Midland-Chapel Lane
Committee on Ministry
(COM)
September 28
12:00pm
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