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Prayer for Today
Loving God,
we offer our thanks for this world
and for the privilege of serving its people.
By your Holy Spirit,
inspire our vision and our responsiveness.
Help us see just how deep and vast
your call is for our engagement.
Help us to act with love and faithfulness.
This we ask in the name of the one
who came to reveal your reconciling love,
your Son, Jesus Christ.
Amen.
-- From the 2011 Mission Yearbook for September 7
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 In Our Prayers
The Rev. Andrew Miller (Mt. Pleasant-First), wife Martha and their children. Andrew has been called to serve as Pastor at Mt. Pleasant-First. His service began this past weekend.
The Rev. Dr. Rhonda Myers (Midland-Chapel Lane) her husband Dave and the congregation of Midland-Chapel Lane on her Installation as Pastor at Midland-Chapel Lane on October 16th.
Elder Kathy Nichol (Saginaw-Second) who has been facing many serious health issues, the most recent is a diagnosis of breast cancer.
Rebecca Cole Francek (Candidate Under Care of the Presbytery) who continues to experience serious health issues. Her husband has returned from his deployment to Afghanistan.
The Rev. Tom Brackbill and his wife Pam (Alma-First) on Pam's recent diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease.
Davison-St. Andrews The Rev. Annie Duncan , Temporary Supply Deckerville-First The Rev. Marjorie Ackerman, Pastor Elkton-Chandler Elder Kathy Grimes, Commissioned Ruling Elder Fairgrove The Rev. Richard Lawther, Pastor We encourage everyone to send a card or e-mail or make a phone call to those listed. Sometimes a small gesture creates a big smile. Contact information for anyone on this list may be obtained by calling the presbytery office at 800-621-6905 or 989-799-7482 |
 Presbytery Meeting Next Week
The next stated meeting of presbytery will be held on Tuesday, September 20th at 9:30am at Saginaw-Warren Avenue. All the materials that you will need for the meeting may be found on the Presbytery Meetings page on our website including an addendum that was just added today.
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2012 Mission Yearbooks - Order Now
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 Order Your 2012 Mission Yearbooks Now and Save
DEADLINE: Your order must be submitted and prepaid by September 16, 2011. The Presbytery offers the opportunity to order the 2012 Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study at the discount price of $12.50 per copy. If more than 249 copies are ordered the price will be reduced to $10.95 per copy. This special price (including shipping) is available to all individuals, groups and congregations who join in the prepaid bulk order coordinated through the Presbytery Office. The Mission Yearbooks will be distributed at the December 2011 presbytery meeting. Please complete and return the order form. Once the total order is determined an invoice will be sent to you. |
 Annual Church Records Review
The annual review of church records will take place on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 9am to noon in various locations throughout the presbytery. Complete details were sent to all Clerks of Sessions a couple of weeks ago and can also be found on the Records Review page on our website under the Around LHP tab.
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 Request Resources Online
We have a new feature on our website that now enables you to request materials from the Resource Center online. When you are searching our online catalog just place an item you are interested in borrowing in your cart. When you are done, go to your cart and follow the instructions on how to place your order. When you are done an e-mail will be sent to the Presbytery Office with your request. You can ask to have the items sent to you or to be made available for pick up at the Presbytery Office during normal business hours. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when your order is ready.
Start searching our catalog now of 1000s of books, DVDs and other materials for your free use on our Resource Center page. |
 Director of Youth Ministries (Part-Time)
Fenton-First is looking for a part-time Director of Youth Ministries (approximately 15-20/week). Director will work with youth in grades 6th-12th and their adult leaders and will coordinate all youth activities. For complete job description or inquiries please contact Dale Swihart at 810-629-7801. |
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 John Dau, One of The "Lost Boys of Sudan" Is Coming To Alma College
At the end of September, Alma College is hosting Mr. John Dau, one of the "Lost Boys of Sudan". Dau arrived in the United States in 2001 after experiencing the horrors of genocide in the Sudan. He has used his hardship to transform his own life and that of others in profound ways and now is an inspiration to many. In addition, Dau has founded a non-profit in order to improve the lives of the residents of South Sudan. See http://johndaufoundation.org/ On Wednesday, September 28, 2011 he is offering two events at Alma College that are open to the public. - An afternoon workshop, 2-4 pm in Jones Auditorium for community and religious leaders on "Working for Change"
- An evening lecture, 8 pm in the Heritage Center for the general public on "Journey to Leadership"
Please consider attending and invite your congregation to do the same. Click here for information on the afternoon workshop.
Click here for information on the evening lecture. |
 Presbyterian Women Fall Gathering
The Presbyterian Women in Lake Huron Presbytery will have their Fall Gathering on October 15th at Flint-Trinity United beginning at 9:30am.
Our mission project for the day - Everyone who can participate is asked to bring a Hand Bag containing personal items a woman can use when entering a women's shelter.
Cost for the lunch and program is $8 per person. For questions or more information contact Marydeana Duckworth at 989-463-0750 or Nadine Baxter at 810-694-4594. |
 Rhonda Myers' Installation
Please join the Rev. Dr. Rhonda Myers, her husband Dave and the congregation of Midland-Chapel Lane as they celebrate Rhonda's Installation as Pastor on Sunday, October 16th at 3:00pm at Midland-Chapel Lane. All clergy are asked to please wear their robes. |
 2011 Women of Color Consultation
Women of color in leadership from across the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), diverse in age, culture, geography, and theology, are welcome to join together in a consultation in Charlotte, North Carolina, October 20-23, 2011. The consultation is an opportunity for the voices of women of color of the PC(USA) to be heard. Middle governing body executives, staff from the Office of the General Assembly and the General Assembly Mission Council, and leaders in seminaries and colleges are invited to come as listening partners. Women of color from all over the church are invited to come as participants.
Contact the Rev. Cathy Chang, Associate Pastor at Midland-Memorial who also serves on the planning team for this consultation. Her phone number is 989-631-0760.
Visit their website for more information. |
 Does Being an Elder Leave You Feeling Like You're Swimming In a Sea of Change?
Our culture is changing, our denomination is changing, our communities are changing and our churches are constantly changing. In the midst of such baffling changes, how can elders lead and shape their congregations to become thriving, committed, Christian communities? The key to our future lies in the foundations of our past and the practices we emphasize today. On October 21 and 22, elders from throughout the Presbytery will gather for a conversation about Futuring the Church.
- Dr. Jack Stewart, retired professor from Princeton Seminary, resourcing the conversation
- Elders from across the Presbytery sharing disciple-forming practices
- Uplifting worship, prayers & praise
- Practical training on creatives practices that inspire and shape congregations
Who: Ruling and Teaching Elders
When: October 21, 6 pm - 9 pm; October 22, 8 am - 4 pm
Where: First Presbyterian Church, Vassar, MI
Cost: $25 per person
Lodging: Overnight arrangements to be provided by FPC Vassar
Included: Friday evening meet & greet; Saturday breakfast & lunch; Resource materials
Registration: Click here to register online or call 989-823-7671.
Inquiries to vassarpres@att.net.
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 What's That Funny Square Thing?
Have you noticed these popping up all over lately? Wonder what they are? They are called QR Codes. The "QR" being short for Quick Response. They were originally used in the automotive industry but have become very popular in the general population due to its fast readability and comparatively large storage capacity and the prevalence of smartphones.
They are easily generated - for free - on several websites, one of the most popular one is Kaywa. You just type or paste the web address that you want the code to link to and it generates a code and picture for you that you can place just about anywhere. You can generate a QR Code to link to your website, your Facebook page (in fact the code seen here will link to the presbytery's Facebook page), your church's phone number, text to be read by the viewer or SMS message.
So why would you want to use them? Here are a few ideas:
- Place a QR Code in your bulletin linking to your Facebook page encouraging members and visitors to "like" your page for regular updates on happenings within the church
- Put a QR Code that links to your website on the poster that you placed in the local grocery store advertising your upcoming Holiday Craft Fair or Fish Fry so they can get more information and add the date to their calendar
- Add a QR Code linking the church's phone number on the pastor's - or other employee's - business cards
- Add a QR Code containing text (up to 250 characters) of a bible verse, event details, contact information, etc to just about any publication that you have
When the PC(USA) held the Big Tent in Indianapolis this summer stores, restaurants and other businesses all around town had posters on their doors welcoming attendees to their city. On the poster was a QR Code that when read by a smartphone linked users to the VisitIndy website that is designed to help you find anything you could possibly want in the area: restaurants, shopping centers, local attractions, etc. Not only was it a very hospitable showing it was also very helpful to those unfamiliar with the area.
(Note: There is a very similar code that is also widely used called a Data Matrix Code. It is very similar is looks to the QR code however, there are some licensing issues with Data Matrix Codes. The owners of the QR Code patent rights has chosen not to exercise them making them available to anyone.)
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 Apply For the 2013 Youth Triennium Production Team!
Approximately 20 PC(USA) youth and adults will be selected to serve as volunteer production team members. Youth applicants must be in high school or scheduled to graduate from high school by July 16, 2013. Adult applicants must be 21 years or older at the time of application. Selected applicants will be notified and confirmed and then all applicants notified of decision following. All applications must be postmarked by September 30.
Production team application First meeting for the production team is set for March 7-12, 2013. The Triennium dates are July 16-20, 2013 Expenses for production team members are paid for. Visit the Ministries With Youth page on the PC(USA) website for other youth ideas and opportunities. |
 Group For Church Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Are you a church secretary or administrative assistant? If so, there are a couple of wonderful groups on Facebook just for you. They are called Church Secretaries Rock! and have hundreds of members who are doing many of the same things you do. They are very active groups with posts regarding all aspects of working in a church setting. Click here for the closed group (whose posts can only be seen by members and not the general public). Check them both out today. |
 'Like' Us On Facebook
The Presbytery has a Facebook page and would like you to join us. Get updates and information faster. Connect with others to share ideas and to post information about events happening in your congregation. Join us today! |
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Staci Percy
Communications Manager/Recording Clerk
spercy@presbylh.org
989-799-7481 x2
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Upcoming Meetings
and Events
(All meetings are at the Presbytery Office unless otherwise noted)
Presbytery Meeting September 20 9:00am Saginaw-Warren Avenue Pastors in Transistion Seminar September 27-28 St. Francis Retreat Center DeWitt, MI Committee on Ministry September 28 12:00pm Church Records Review October 1 9:00am - noon Various locations Coordinating Team October 5 10:00am Presbyterian Women Fall Gathering October 15 9:30am Flint-Trinity United Rhonda Myers' Installation October 16 3:00pm Midland-Chapel Lane Elder Training October 21-22 Vassar-First Committee on Ministry October 26 12:00pm | |
Details on these meetings can be found on the presbytery's website on the calendar.
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