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| Lake Michigan Newsletter | September 15, 2010 |
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Elders and Deacons Workshop
When: October 23, 2010, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Westminster Grand Rapids
Come and explore how our spiritual growth affects our leadership styles. Keynote speaker: Rev. Joan Gray, Moderator of the 217th General Assembly.
Suggested fee: with book and lunch - $25
lunch only - $15
For more information and to register: http://www.lakemichiganpresbytery.org/index.php/elderdeacon-gathering |
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| Upcoming Events
View Presbytery Calendar
10.05 - 10.10 - Administrative Personnel Association (PCUSA) National Meeting
10.26 - 10.28 - Great Lakes APCE
Click here for Event Flyers and Registration Forms |
| Designated Associate Pastor Position
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Spiritual Directors of LMP
Come and receive the gifts of quiet oasis.
Spiritual Directors within the Presbytery are invited to an afternoon of prayer, reflection, and quiet.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, at Dominican Center of Marywood, 2025 East Fulton St., Grand rapids, MI 616.454.1241. No cost. For more information please contact Cathy Johnson, cathyjohnson18@gmail.com , 269.929.1458 |
Lake Michigan Presbytery Spousters Group Spousters Wanted! Spouster (n)-clergy spouse, female or male, interested in fellowship and mutual support with other clergy spouses. The group has been inactive for several years, but we would like to revive it if there is interest. Past activities included a retreat with spouses at Camp Greenwood and Saturday gatherings during Presbytery meetings, some with outside speakers and some to share our life experiences. We've been thinking of new ways to be connected including an online group and/or cluster groups. Through the ministry of the Shepherding Team, Karen Patrick (Lansing) and Donna Garrison (Hastings) are looking for clergy spouse input about who is interested in participating and what setting or format would meet your needs or preferences. Contact info: Donna Garrison donnalgarrison@gmail.com 269-948-8027 Karen Patrick kgpaap4179@comcast.net 517-374-6173 |
The Covenant Mission Exchange
Do you have a church project or mission that needs donated time, money, or items? Or maybe you are looking for a project to which you can donate any of these things. Covenant Mission Exchange might be just what you are seeking.
Covenant Mission Exchange (CMX) is now available through the Synod of the Covenant to match project needs with those who are looking to help.
Finding CMX information online is easy. You can use either of the websites mentioned above, or you can find CMX on Facebook.
· If you have a project or mission that needs help, the CMX website will tell you what to do to sign up. Just be sure your Presbytery is aware of the project, as they will be expected to acknowledge it before the project can be listed.
· If you want to donate, look on the CMX website and find one or more projects with which you can help. You will be given information so you and the project can be connected.
Don't forget to tell others about Covenant Mission Exchange, which serves as an invaluable tool that links missions together within the Synod of the Covenant.
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Camp Greenwood 2011
Camp Greenwood has 2011 schedule set and posted on-line. Save $25 dollars per camper with the Early Bird Registration by January 1. Check us out at www.campgreenwood.org. Junior High SERVE Week - June 19 - 24 The speaker will be Jonathan Kraker, Youth Pastor at Centerpointe Church in Kalamazoo with music provided by Bryan Kelly, Youth Pastor at 3rd CRC in Kalamazoo.
Senior High SERVE Week - July 11 - 16 The speaker will be Jonathan Kraker, Youth Pastor at Centerpointe Church in Kalamazoo with music provided by Bryan Kelly, Youth Pastor at 3rd CRC in Kalamazoo.
An Early Bird price of $175 by January 1, includes food, lodging, speaker, music, serve sites, Bible material and lodging for 5 days. Download the attachment Camp Greenwood Ministry check us out and email it to your friends. For further information check us out at www.campgreenwood.org or call Greg Hoekman, Camp Director at 231.224.3059.
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Youth Events -
- Urban Plunge - October 8-10, 2010; First Presbyterian Church, Sturgis. Contact: Jeff Coney ( coneyjn@verizon.net This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
- SnowFest - February 18-20, 2011; First Presbyterian Church, Cadillac; Contact: Don Phillips (presbyeducator@sbcglobal.net This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
- Alma Youth Mix - March 11-13, 2011. Visit the Youth Mix website (http://www.almayouthmix.com) for more information.
For more information or to download a flyer click here - http://www.lakemichiganpresbytery.org/index.php/youthstrat
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| Youth Ministry Leader Seminars
One day can make a difference!! Bring your leaders and youth (grades 9-12) for a day of training. Thoughtful presentaations, engaging and experienced leaders, fresh thinkers, relevant ideas, and the sustenance of interaction with others who bear the same passion for Jesus Christ, for youth, and for the intersection of the two! Adult Track - offered by the Princeton Theological Seminary Institute for Youth Ministry/Youth Track - offered by the Office of Ministries with Youth and Office of Christian Vocation PC(USA). September 25, 2010 - Danvers, Massachusetts, October 16, 2010 - Cleveland, Ohio. Fee: $40.00 Youth; $65.00 Adults Details and regiatration at www.ptsem.edu/iym. |
Financial Aid for Studies
The Office of Financial Aid for Studies has a scholarship opportunity available to students attending any one of the following universities:
Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Wisconsin -
Madison, University of Indiana - Bloomington,
University of Iowa - Iowa City, Ohio State University,
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Michigan State
University, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities,
Northwestern University, Purdue University, or
Washburn University
The student must:
· Be an active member of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
· Be a graduate or undergraduate student majoring in natural and physical sciences, medicine, agriculture, business, or law
· Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
We were unable to identify applicants who could make use of this funding in the programs offered to students in the spring, so we are making a more targeted appeal through Presbytery and the university chaplains or campus ministries. The application is at: Wales-Fulkerson Educational Scholarship 2010-2011 . If you have any questions, please contact me at the number below or at finaid@pcusa.org.
Peace,
Laura A.Bryan, Associate
Financial Aid for Studies
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
100 Witherspoon St.
Louisville, KY 40202-1396
Toll free: 888-728-7228 ext 5735
Fax: 502-569-8766 |
"Being Reformed"
A new denominational series for adult education is available this fall entitled "Being Reformed: Faith Seeking Understanding." Donald K. McKim, the editor for the series says, "Our purpose is to enhance, enrich, and expand our insights. We want Presbyterians to grow in their understanding of the elements that are foundational and significant for their faith." "Being Reformed" is a series of biblically based mini-courses, written by well known and respected scholars. Each six session course has a reasonably priced participant's book and leader's guide. The titles published this fall are--
Worship as Evangelism Discipleship: The Way of Jesus Theology for Presbyterians John Calvin Islam and Christianity Samples are in the Resource Center. The curriculum can be ordered on the Presbyterian Church website www.pcusa.org. Look for "Church Store" at the top of the page. |
Medical Benevolence Foundation - Promote mission
Medical Benevolence Foundation is a validated mission organization of PC(USA), supporting Presbyterian health-related mission. As the Fall season and Alternative Giving approaches, MBF can be a resource for churches wanting to promote mission to their members, without impacting their mission budgets. Medical Benevolence Foundation has an established Alternative Giving program and provides free materials to churches. For more information please contact: Molly Wyenberg, Associate Marketing/Development Officer, Medical Benevolence Foundation,
800-547-7627, ext 120, 360-852-8262, mwyenberg@mbfoundation.org, www.MBFoundation.org |
New Website for - Journey Great learning opportunities at Journey. Please note we have a new website - www.westernsem.edu/journey.
Carol Ann Bailey, Administrative Associate
Journey, Center for the Church's Learning
Western Theological Seminary
101 E. 13th Street
Holland, MI 49423
616-392-8555 x167
carolann.bailey@westernsem.edu |
"News from the Board of Pensions"
REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE REVIEW - September, 2010
Included in report - Statement of Benefits, Adult Child Enrollment, Optional Dental Program and Supplemental Death Benefits Program, Quarterly Fee for Retirement Saving Plan Accounts, New E-learning Program Available in 2011. To view this report go to Board of Pensions September Review Letter |
Lunch with an Author!!!
We'd like to invite you to a lunch gathering for clergy and Christian Educators on Wednesday, September 29, at noon, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Portage, with Dorothy C. Bass. Dorothy is the author of Receiving the Day: Christian Practices for Opening the Gift of Time. She is a historian of American religion and director of the Valpaiaiso University Project on the Education and Formation of People in Faith. She will talk about sabbath-keeping and other faith practices, and there will be opportunity for discussion.
Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by calling the church at 344-3966 by September 24.
Dorothy Bass's book was the focus of a "congregational reading together" program at Westminster this summer. We still have a few copies available; if you would like a copy, please ask when you call the church.
The noon-time event will be specifically geared to clergy and church educators; Dorothy Bass will speak for a general audience at 7 pm at the church. Anyone is welcome to attend that presentation.
We'd love to have you join us.
Peace,
Janet & Jerry Duggins |
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Opportunities
Director of Christian Education for Children - The Peoples Church, East Lansing, MI
Full-time Director of Christian Education for Children at a large interdenominational congregation in East Lansing, MI. This high energy, self-disciplined, and self-motivated person needs a love for children and the Lord. Responsibilities include:
· Maintaining and growing the Sunday School program for Infants through 5th graders
· Directing a Christmas Program for 5 year olds through 5th graders
· Administrating Vacation Bible School for participants and volunteers ages 3 and up
· Coordinating programs for children and families that will help them become connected with the church
Candidate must be able to work autonomously as well as with the church staff, programming staff, on-site preschool, and the ministries, small groups and members of the church. Candidate must be available to work on Sundays, Wednesday evenings, and the second Tuesday evening of each month.
Qualifications include:
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook
· Experience recruiting, directing and leading volunteers
· Outgoing personality and take charge attitude
This position reports to the Senior Pastor. Salary commensurate with experience.
Please send hard copy resume and contact information to: mclsspllc, 605 S. Capitol Ave. Lansing, MI 48933
DIRECTOR OF CHILDRENS MINISTRIES.
Forest Hills PC, Grand Rapids, seeks a person to help imagine, develop and implement ministries for children and their families. This person will work collaboratively with a creative pastoral and program team, including a Director of Youth Ministries. Information about the position and church may be found at the church's website -- www.fhpcusa.org. Or, call 616-942-2751. Resumes may be sent to dcm.fhpcusa@yahoo.com.
Minister of Music and Youth
1st Presbyterian Church of Paw Paw is accepting applications and resumes for a position of "Minister of Music and Youth."
This part-time position will be responsible for:
Directing the music program of Choir, worship musicians, contemporary music team, elementary music.
Coordinating and Planning the programs for the Elementary, Middle School, and High School Youth groups and volunteers.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Able to work well with people of all ages.
Enjoys teaching and has a passion for music and worship.
Two years related experience or equivalent.
Has a developed faith life that includes prayer, study of Scripture, and gathering with others to discuss the life of faith and service.
Must be a member of a Christian church
Interested persons may apply by sending an email or letter to: Athorburn65@gmail.com or
1st Presbyterian Church
Attn: Minister of Music and Youth
120 Pine Street
Paw Paw, MI 49079
Director of Christian Education
First Presbyterian Church, Muskegon is seeking applicants for a Director of Christian Education position and also a Director of Youth Ministries position. These are part time positions but applicants qualified in both are encouraged to apply for both jobs for full time employment. Email info@fpcmuskegon.org for detail information.
Other Opportunities
There are several ministry opportunities in Lake Michigan Presbytery which are NOT posted on the Congregational Leadership Connection site:
- Interim Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Coldwater
- Interim Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Marshall
- Interim Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Muskegon
Please contact John Best, General Presbyter ASAP if you are interested or know of someone interested in knowing more about these positions. Click here to see all opportunities available in the Presbytery. |
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