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| Lake Michigan Newsletter | December 30, 2011 |
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2012 Presbytery
Meeting Dates
Sat., Feb 11, 2012- Holt First
Sat., April 14, 2012
Tues., June 12, 2012
Tues., Sept 11, 2012
Tues., Nov 13, 2012 |
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Needs
Book of Occasional Services - A Liturgical Resource Supplementing the Book of Common Worship details
Give and Take -
Hard Hats - Available. Lyons-Muir Church, Phone 989-855-2247
Choir Robes - Available. First Presbyterian Church, Battle Creek, MI. |
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January Pastors
Birthdays
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General Presbyter's Note -
As I visit with my extended family in Pennsylvania, I am mindful of the blessings that come from family and long standing traditions. As I have followed God's call to ministry in Brazil, congregations in Pennsylvania, New York, and now in Lake Michigan Presbytery, these regular visits have provided a grounded center for me and
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From the Office
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Have You Registered?????
Please be sure to register for the Presbytery Meeting to be held on February 12th at Holt.
Click here to register
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 Celebrate "55" Years
The Rev. Darld Black will celebrate 55 years of being an ordained minister in 2012. |
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Board of Pensions
While taxes may be one of the few certainties in life, the same can't be said of tax laws - they can, and often do, change. And these changes could affect how you report income and expenses in a number of ways. By keeping informed and up to date on these changes, you could potentially save big on your tax return.
In 2011, tax law was under discussion and subject to change late into the year. The 2011 Tax Tips Webcast for Ministers and Churches, presented by the Board of Pensions, includes the most up-to-date information from last year. This e-learning module will be available on Pensions.org by January 13, 2012. It will be prerecorded, so you can access it 24/7 and easily go back to review and focus on topics of interest. No registration is necessary to view it. go here
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Mission Service - Latin America/Caribbean
Below are new PC(USA) mission service positions that are being recruited for Latin America and the Caribbean. A full list of positions, worldwide, may be found on the One Door recruitment website: https://onedoor.pcusa.org/
Please keep these searches in prayer and think about those you know who may have the gifts for one of these positions. Will you "call" them? Maybe it is you! to find out more
Professor of Bible, Systematic Theology, or Pastoral Theology, Peru click here
Professor of Biblical Studies, Colombia click here
Intercultural Encounter Facilitator, Guatemala click here
Facilitator for Joining Hands Network, Haiti click here |
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"Resonance: A Celebration of the Performing Arts"
Alma College proudly presents "Resonance: A Celebration of the Performing Arts" at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 4, 2012 at the historic Detroit Opera House in downtown Detroit. The Alma College Choir, Percussion Ensemble, Pipe Band and Highland Dancers join guest high school performers from the Detroit area for an exhilarating performance in one of Detroit's most elegant venues. Join us for an exciting concert that will resonate with our alumni, friends and future students.
Tickets are now available online at www.alma.edu/resonance as well as the Detroit Opera House Box Office, and Ticketmaster outlets. Complimentary tickets are available to high school students and may be obtained at www.alma.edu/resonance. For questions or additional information, please contact the Alma College Alumni Office by calling 989-463-7245 or emailing alumnihouse@alma.edu. |
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 APCE Annual Event
It's not too late to register for the APCE Annual Event on February 1 to 4 in Grand Rapids! If you cannot attend the entire conference, there are several options. On Tuesday, January 31 there are two pre-conference workshops. John Bell of the Iona Community is leading "Things They Never Told Me about Jesus" and John Roberto is leading "Faith Formation in the 21st Century." Friday, February 3 is a day of workshops, in which you can take up to four, with 80 choices available. Information and registration are at www.apcenet.org. Please look carefully at the schedule and workshops before registering. Contact Eileen Best (ebest@lakemichiganpresbytery.org) with any questions. |
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Presbytery Gathering for Lunch at APCE Annual Event
On Friday, February 3 all those who are in Grand Rapids for APCE are invited to attend lunch at the Westminster Presbyterian Church from 12:45 to 1:45 pm. The lunch will provide the opportunity to see familiar faces (and new ones!) and share APCE experiences. The cost of the lunch is $6.00 and can be paid at the door. Carpooling will be arranged from the hotel to the church. Please RSPV to Eileen Best (ebest@lakemichiganpresbytery.org) by January 26. |
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 Camp Greenwood Eblast!!
We live in a time and place where everything is immediately obtainable: food, entertainment, travel, information, etc. This leaves me to believe that instant gratification has turned into a necessity for many people, especially for my generation and younger. Times like these are why Camp Greenwood experiences are so crucial to our campers. The kids that come to our camp for the first time to continue |
New in the Resource Center
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Donations to the Resource Center
Cleaning out your library or office? Consider donating usable books or curriculum to the Resource Center. Just bring donations to the presbytery office or to a presbytery meeting. If we cannot use them, we will make them available to others who can. Thanks! |
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Youth Events -
For complete information or to download a flyer click here - www.lakemichiganpresbytery.org/youth
Confirmation Retreat, Holland First Presbyterian Church, January 20 & 21, 2012. If interested in attending, contact Rev. Matt Webber at 616 392-9022or matthew.webber@alum.ptsem.edu
Click herefor event Flyer
Click here for Guidelines for Church participation in Confirmation Retreat
Click here for Student Registration
Click here for Adult Registration
NOTE: Registration forms and payment due Monday, January 16, 2012
Middle High Youth Mix at FPC, Hastings, February 24-26, 2012 more information to follow.
Alma Youth Mix, March 9-11, 2012. Visit the AYM website (www.almayouthmix.com) for updates |
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Communication Corner
Fifty years ago a person moved to town, looked in the newspaper or phone book for a church of their denomination, visited a couple of them and then joined the church....click here to find out how it's done today
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2012 Kaleidoscope - March 2012
Stewardship
The PC(USA) Stewardship Kaleidoscope Conference will be held March 12-14, 2012 in Charlotte, NC. The theme is "Gratitude and Generosity, Living the Faith." Registration for the 2012 Stewardship Kaleidoscope has opened. Click here to register online. Click here download the electronic brochure and registration form. |
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Opportunities
There are two ministry opportunities in Lake Michigan Presbytery which are NOT posted on the Congregational Leadership Connection site yet. If you are interested, or know of someone interested in knowing more about these positions, please contact John Best, General Presbyter.
- Administrator - Hastings area church - more info
- Program Director at Camp Greenwood - more info
- Designated Pastor Postion at First Presbyterian Church in Dimondale - more
Volunteer Positions - click here |
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