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Indiana Ministries Update
April 18, 2011 - Vol 3, Issue 8
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Facing Reality by Dr. Doug Talley
People are masters at denial. We deny problems in our lives and churches because facing them will take us out of our comfort zones and maybe even cause us some pain. So we continue doing what we've always done even though it isn't working. Then we tell ourselves things aren't so bad and continue living in denial. Unfortunately, I see us do this all too often in our local churches.
I was recently invited to do a funeral service for a church that had been in decline for the last 15 years. As I talked with the leadership of the church, they told me that for years the church had made safe decisions to protect the status quo. Now that the congregation had declined from over 150 to under 25, they could no longer deny reality. Read more.
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Pastors - Please forward this email to your wives!
Pastors Wives Retreat - Rhythms of Grace
Friday, May 13 - Sunday, May 15
Camp Camby, IN
Ladies, mark your calendars for a relaxing getaway with other pastors' wives just like you at Camp Camby in Camby, Indiana (just southwest of Indy). Friday night we will be having FREE haircuts, getting acquainted, laughing and hanging out. Saturday will offer a couple times of worship together with the bulk of the day spent in Nashville, Indiana exploring all the wonderful shops and restaurants! The annual Birthday Party will be Saturday evening. Sunday morning will be our "church" and you'll be on your way home by noon. If you have never attended a wives retreat and you're a little nervous, please be assured that it is a very low-key weekend with no pressure...it's just a bunch of gals who like to hang out together away from the everyday stresses of home and church.
Registration fee is: $120
Make checks payable to Indiana Ministries and mail to:
Indiana Ministries
Attn: Cindy
13300 Olio Rd #303
Fishers, IN 46037
(Please designate "pastors wives retreat" in the memo line)
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2011 Important Dates May 13-15 - Pastors' Wives Retreat
Sept. 23-24 - 3SLI
Oct. 2 - Ordination Service
Oct. 3 - Annual Meeting
Oct. 27 - Credentials Planning Mtg
Nov. 4-6 - ISYC
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| The Parish Paper
Indiana Ministries has subscribed to this helpful monthly newsletter that provides ideas, insights, research-findings, and practical methods that strengthen the effectiveness of congregations in accomplishing God's purposes.
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Our staff lifted these congregations and their pastors in prayer recently.
Join us in saying a prayer on their behalf:
- Eaton FCOG
- Elkhart Adamsville Road Church
- Elkhart FCOG
- Elkhart Solid Rock COG
- Ellettsville FCOG
- Elwood FCOG
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NAC events for Pastors' Wives are happening
in June!
Click here to read about it.
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 Special Announcement! Indiana Ministries is excited to introduce our newest and long awaited staff member, Cassandra Michel. In the beginning of April, Cassandra moved from Perrysburg, OH to Noblesville to start her new job as our Executive Assistant. Cassandra graduated from Anderson University in 2008 with a BA in Family Science and Complimentary Psychology. She enjoys watching sports, especially football, playing with her dog Griffin and spending time with her friends. Cassandra listens to music as much as possible so you will typically find music playing at her desk when you walk in the door. Feel free to contact her at cmichel@indianaministries.org. Welcome to the Indiana Ministries staff, Cassandra!! |
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July 19-23, 2011
Anderson University Campus
Anderson, IN
Who are the Emerging Leaders in your High School Student Ministry you know who are ready for this incredible time of teaching, growing, stretching and learning how to answer God's call to them?
For nearly a decade, every two years, emerging High School and College leaders come together for a time of intensive, experiential, hands-on leadership development. Hearing key national leaders, participating in family group conversations, engaging the homeless, lonely and the lost in meaningful conversations and acts of Christian kindness and service, these young leaders grow as Great Commandment persons-loving God and loving others.
Click here for details!
Registration $285.00
Applications due April 29, 2011
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Small Business Health Care Credit
Attention Pastors, Overseers and State/Region Leaders:
Are you aware there is a credit that is available for churches who provide a health benefit and pay a health insurance premium for their pastors and employees. Even though our churches do not pay taxes they may be eligible for this benefit.
Jeff Jenness has secured permission from the Chief Counsel for GuideStone Financial Resources (Southern Baptist Convention) to share this webinar link with you. This webinar is presented by G. Daniel Miller who is the attorney for the Board of Pensions of the Church of God.
Health Care Credit Webinar
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Pastors may attend for FREE!
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