CROP Walks
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Presbyterian Camps - Saugatuck, MI
 The Summer camping season of 2012 has come it its end. But you can still spend time at camp! Fall Work Weekend is October 12-14th We'll provide the meals and housing, just bring your elbow grease! Contact us at registrar@prescamps.org.  |
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Stuck?
 Come and See how "New Beginnings" can help your congregation make a decision about its future ministry.
Saturday, October 13, 2012
1:00 in Evanston
4:00 in Tinley Park
Sponsored by Commission on Ministry (COM) |
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 McCormick Days
"Global Churches, Local Ministry"
15 - 16 October 2012
Engage questions around the shifting ecclesiastical landscape of the United States and the impact of global churches on local ministry.
Open to the public as well as McCormick Seminary alums. Learn more.
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Church Accounting with NACBA
What is NACBA? The National Association of Church Business Administration, (NACBA®) is an inter-denominational association of churches and individuals that advances professional excellence in individuals serving Christ through administration in local churches.
 Thursday, October 18, 10:30am - 2pm
Presentations on "Accounting Principles - Mechanisms to Manage Your Church's Money"
More info and registration for this professional development opportunity |
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Photo by sean dreilinger
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Feed Our Community Day
Riverside, IL
October 20, 2012
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Volunteers will be packaging meals for local food pantries. The event is sponsored by the Riverside/North Riverside Covenant of Churches, of which both Riverside Presbyterian Church and Christ Presbyterian Church (North Riverside) are actively involved. More info. |
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Interfaith Mental Health Conference
 Learn about mental illness awareness and local resources. Interfaith Mental Health Coalition unites mental health related organizations and faith communities who are working together to better address the mental health needs in the Western suburbs. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 October 23, 2012, 7:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. View flyer and registration |
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True North Boundary Training
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Masquerade Ball 
at the Clarion Hotel
Friday October 26, 7pm - Midnight
Door prizes, Raffles, Best, Ugliest, Most Creative and Best Theme Costumes, Line Dancing, and Creepy Menu. View flyer. |
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Senior High Youth Retreat
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Presbyterian Multicultural Institute 2012
 November 5-9, 2012Montreat, NC
The 3rd Annual Montreat Multicultural Institute offers courses to enable and inspire clergy and laity in cultivating God's biblical vision to gather people of diverse identities into inclusive communities of faith. More info and course descriptions. |
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Fernando Ortega at Evanston First
First Presbyterian Church of Evanston is thrilled to present an evening with Fernando Ortega Live in Concert
Originally trained as a classical pianist, Fernando Ortega has risen to prominence in the Christian community as a singer and songwriter of immense sensitivity and charm. Fernando has a unique ability to draw God's people into authentic worship through classic hymns and worship songs of his own creation.
Friday, November 16, 2012 at 7:30pm
Tickets are available online or through the First Pres office (847-864-1472). All proceeds will benefit Emmaus Ministries.
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Leading Congregations in Change
 Our culture and neighborhoods are changing; are we? For pastors and congregational leaders. Learn more
November 17 9:15- 10:45 am, Pre-Presbytery event Oak Lawn Community Church |
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Union Presbyterian Seminary
Alumni/ae Reception November 18th, 7:30pm Palmer House Hilton, Chicago While the reception is convenient for our alums attending the AAR/SBL annual meeting, all alums are invited, especially those in the Chicago area. View invitation. |
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APCE Conference
 The Association of Presbyterian Church Educators (APCE, pron. APP-see) is having an annual event in February - for professionals or volunteers involved in Adult Christian Education, there are workshops, inspiration, and networking. Browse the workshops and registration info
February 6-9th, 2013 Orlando, FL |
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Israel/Palestine Trip
Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Ramallah.... The Middle East Task Force invites you to travel in the guided tour, "Abraham's Children in Contemporary Israel and Palestine," June 15 - 29, 2013.
Many pastors have received small grants from the Presbytery continuing education fund for past trips. More info. |
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Hygiene Kit Harvest
 The Advance Justice Mission Priority Leadership Team and Church World Service invite your congregation to join in the 2012 POC Hygiene Kit Harvest for disaster relief. Join the fun and support the harvest. Show your support on Facebook. |
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Order 2013 Mission Yearbooks
 Read a mission story each day from Presbyterians around the nation and globe.
All the Mission Yearbooks we ordered are spoken for except 38! Is your church on the order list?
Each church will receive a free office copy, for pickup at the November 17, 2012 Assembly meeting. For more books, email Laura Cathey to order together through the presbytery to bring the price down from $16.95 to $12.95 apiece. |
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Our Churches in the News
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Sunday Dialogue: Conflicts Over Religion - Readers Respond to Rev. Anne-Marie Hislop nytimes.com
"Crafter applications are being accepted for the annual Arts and Crafts Fair of the Presbyterian Church in Orland Park" suntimes.com "The church's stained glass windows and church pews will be salvaged and reintegrated into the park." suntimes.com Instagram photos for #fourthpresbyterian statigr.am |
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 Alternative Gifts at Christmas Hosting a Church World Service Alternate Gift Fair allows church memebers to give gifts of farm animals, tool sets, or mosquito nets on behalf of loved ones, changing lives overseas and opening a dialogue at home around the true meaning and purpose of gift giving. Learn more. |
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Connect: Church and Neighborhood
Carol Stream Heritage Presbyterian Church dedicated Peace Park September 16, 2012. View photos or post your own photos or stories of involvement your church has in the community on our wall. |
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Job openings
- Niles Community Church has an opening for an organist/choir director.
- Deerfield First is in search of a Youth Intern to provide support for Junior and Senior High Youth Ministries.
- Heritage Presbyterian Church in Carol Stream is looking for a part-time pianist.
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