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Moderators Conversation Continues: An Invitation
This summer, four visioning meetings in various parts of the presbytery brought people together to share our experiences of the presbytery, as well as our concerns and our hopes for the future of our presbytery. Each conversation so far has been stimulating and positive. Those gathered are well aware of the challenges facing the presbytery, and yet have expressed great passion and imagination for what it can be. We are just getting started but clearly there is a powerful spirit working in and through these conversations.
We want to widen the circle of this conversation. So we are inviting you to attend one of the next meetings. You may also contact Cliff Lyda if you would like us to bring the conversation to you group (session, clergy gathering, mission council, covenant group, adult education, youth group, etc). We are also happy to sit down to talk with individuals over coffee. Learn more.
Next meeting dates:
October 27, 2011 at Hope Presbyterian Church in Wheaton, 6-8pm
November 29, 2011 at First Presbyterian in Arlington Heights, 6-8pm |
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 Gil Rendle Speaks October 28 in Urbana
Consultant and author Gil Rendle will present a study of his book "Journey in the Wilderness: New Life for Mainline Churches" on Friday, Oct. 28, in Urbana, Ill. The event is open to the public. Cost for the workshop will be $25. Read Bob Reynold's take on the book on page 2 of June's Our Common Ministry.
 Learn more + registration form |
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Youth-Church Revival
Pine Avenue United Church's Youth Ministry is looking to do new things in ministry in the Austin community. The theme of this time of revival is: "Following Christ Together While Praising as One."
Friday: October 28, 6-9 pm Worship
Saturday: October 29, Breakfast 9:00am - Workshops 10:30am - Talent Show 3:00pm
Sunday: October 30, 3-6pm combined Youth and Adult Worship Service
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Denise C. Howard at 773.852.2715, or call the church office at 773.287.4777.
Worship flier Workshops flier |
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Senior High Fall Retreat: Called to Action!  Blackhawk and Chicago Presbyteries
Nov 4-6, 2011
Covenant Harbor Retreat Center
Lake Geneva, WI
God calls each one of us to action! But what does that mean? How are we supposed to live out God's call in our everyday lives?
There are lots of scholarships available for this trip. We want you and your youth to come.
We need your youth leaders to be small group leaders! Mark their names on your registration forms. Download the registration form |
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 Sing a New Song: Exploring New Worship Music Resources
The first workshop in the 2011-12 Worship Alive! series. Two new worship songbooks will be presented by their editors. Learn more.
Saturday, Nov. 5, 2-5pm
Presbyterian Church of Western Springs | Sunday Nov. 6, 2-5pm
United Church of Rogers Park |
 The workshop is recommended for pastors, music directors, and choir and band members and will include lots of singing with suggestions on how to use these songs in worship. Contact Mark at 773-728-8274 or worshipalive@comcast.net to request a printed brochure. The Worship Alive! workshop series is co-sponsored by the Empower Ministry Team of the Presbytery of Chicago. Share registration form |
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Commissioned Ruling Elder Continuing Education
Preparing for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany
November 5, 2011
Deadline to register: October 28
Location: Philo (Ill.) Presbyterian Church, just outside Champaign/Urbana
Cost: $35 (includes lunch, a take-home packet with worship ideas, the lectionary texts for the season and a variety of other resources)
Workshops are led by the Rev. Dr. Laura Reason, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Highland, Ind. Every workshop in the series is unique, so first-time attendees and past attendees alike will find this a helpful learning experience. Click here for registration information.
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Bringing Hope in a Season of Violence
Multicultural Church Ministry Team and the Peacemaking Mission Team will host a panel discussion addressing the battle against violence in our communities. Hear examples of church-based programs from Sixth Grace, Chicago Hope, Lawndale, Urban Dolorosa, Hyde Park Union, Pullman, Fourth, Western Springs, and Lakeview Academy. 
Pre-Presbytery Event
Wheaton First Presbyterian Church
November 19, 2011
9:15 through 11:00 AM Start the conversation early - cast your vote for the greatest cause and best area for turnaround efforts. |
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Mission Yearbooks 2012
 The Presbyterian Mission Yearbook for Prayer & Study inspires thousands daily. Its easy-to-read, page-a-day format brings you 365 of these stories - each written by a Presbyterian actively involved in mission from all across the nation and the world.
Ordering through the Presbytery brings the price/book down from $14.95 to $9.95. To keep costs down, they will not be shipped out to churches. Place your order to be able to pick up your church's copies at the November 19th Assembly in Wheaton.
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Fall at Presbyterian Camps - Saugatuck, MI
Fall and Winter weekend and week long retreats are avilable. Book for your church or for a family reunion today!
Join us for a nice warm fire in the fireplace, picking apples at one of many local orchards, and see the beauty of the changing colors at Presbyterian Camps. Hope to see you this fall. Schedule of availability |
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Worship Alive! Scholarships
The Worship, Music, and the Arts (WMA) Work Group of the Presbytery of Chicago is offering scholarships to Worship Alive! in honor of the memory of
Charles E. Dickerman, former WMA moderator and newsletter editor. The Worship Alive! workshops are for those individuals interested in planning and leading worship. Learn more about Worship Alive! workshop topics, dates, and locations. Scholarship applicants must be a non-clergy member of a church within the Presbytery of Chicago. Scholarships are limited to two people from each congregation. Download the scholarship application form |
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Continuing Education Opportunities for 2011-2013:
Brawley Lectures: Dr. Raymond Pickett will present the 2011 Brawley Lectures on gospel studies on Monday, Nov. 14, 2011 |
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Want to hear the follow-up to these events and the stories of people and churches in this presbytery? Read Our Common Ministry. |
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Presbytery of Chicago has
Mission Co-Workers
in Latin America
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