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Passage to Ponder - Philippians 3:17-19 (MSG)
Stick with me, friends. Keep track of those you see running this same course, headed for this same goal. There are many out there taking other paths, choosing other goals, and trying to get you to go along with them. I've warned you of them many times; sadly, I'm having to do it again. All they want is easy street. They hate Christ's Cross. But easy street is a dead-end street. Those who live there make their bellies their gods; belches are their praise; all they can think of is their appetites.
(from Transformation Ministry Team 2013 Monthly Bible Reading and Reflection)
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The Presbytery of Wabash Valley creates, connects and nurtures congregations and other ministries to fulfill Christ's mission. |
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God Calls
Presbytery of Wabash Valley PWV Summer Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4 pm
Friday 8:00 am - NOON August 7, 2013 |
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A Wonderful Bonding Experience
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by Lyle Ewing, pastor of Auburn Presbyterian Church
 Presbyterians from Whitewater Valley Presbytery and Wabash Valley Presbytery flew to Cancun, Mexico, and together did construction on the Rocka Firma (Firm Rock) Presbyterian Church in Milagro, Mexico.
From July 13 - 19, fourteen Presbyterians of which eight were from Auburn Presbyterian Church built four concrete pillars measuring twelve feet high and three feet wide. All the work was done by hand using a bucket brigade to get the concrete from the mixer up to the top of the form. The mission team was able to complete four pillars during their time there.
Lyle Ewing, pastor of Auburn Presbyterian Church led the Sunday morning worship at Rocka Firma with their pastor, Rev. Eleazar Vela translating. They also had the opportunity to visit Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza.
It was a wonderful bonding experience with fellow Presbyterians from Whitewater Valley Presbytery and our brothers and sisters from the Rocka Firma Presbyterian Church which resides in the Northern Quintana Roo Presbytery.
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SAVE THE DATES
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2013 COUNCIL
August 27, 2013
October 22, 2013
December 10, 2013
2013 ASSEMBLY
September 13-14, 2013
November 19, 2013
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Quick Links
| 2013/2015 Book of Order
Downloadable Link
Hard copies available from the presbytery office complete
Order Form
and forward to presbytery office
or call 574-223-5678
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Association of Retired Ministers, Spouses, or Survivors and the Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network Conference
October 8 -11
Atlanta
Register at armss.org or poamn.org
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Resource Center In Partnership with PWV Congregational Resource Center ****** Center for Congregations
****** ALBAN WEEKLY THINKING BIG by Bob Sitze ******
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Prayers of the Presbytery
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Lord, God we lift our prayers of thankfulness to you. Help our hearts to be open to you as soil is to a seed so your word can flourish. May we do this in everything for roots to take hold.
Prayers are requested for Rev. Jeff Deardorff, Range Line Community Presbyterian Church, Hebron, as he prepares for August 14 surgery due to a torn rotator cuff.
Continued prayers for Frank Vardeman, General Presbyter, following complete knee replacement surgery yesterday.
We ask for continued prayers and support of our Mission co-workers for their safety as they spread the gospel to the world. We continue to pray for the safety of family and friends, for those on vacation, those returning to school, traveling to minister the sick and lonely, those who have lost loved ones and for our servicemen and women. We give thanks for Lake Village Presbyterian Church as they have faithfully served your church and ministered to their community since 1916. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
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Celebration of Ordination
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Thank you for your ministry and your service...
- August 8, 1961 - Rev. Louis Sandos, Honorably Retired
- August 9, 1987 - Rev. Bill Smutz, Pastor Central Presbyterian Church, Lafayette
If you have been omitted or your information is incorrect please accept my apology. Help to update your records by sending your current information to vicki@ourpresbytery.org.
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SAVE THE DATE:Presbytery of Wabash Valley Assembly Retreat
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More Than Being Polite: Hospitality in the 21st Century
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Directors Approve Recommendation for 2014-2015 Medical Dues At its June 29 meeting in Philadelphia, the Board of Directors of The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) approved an increase in Traditional Program dues, effective January 1, 2014, and a change to the medical dues model, effective January 1, 2015. The direction for medical dues for 2014 and 2015 was determined by the Healthcare Committee at its special meeting in Dallas on May 23. This recommendation was made to the Board of Directors, which authorized the applicable amendments to the Medical Plan. The direction for medical dues and other changes to address the Medical Plan's funding requirements over the next two years was communicated following the May 23 meeting and is available on healthcare.pensions.org. The Directors approved changes to the Medical Plan for 2014, and, where indicated, for 2015: Continue Reading... |
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News from the Big Tent...
Once a ruling elder, always a ruling elder
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End of term doesn't mean end of service, Barber tells National Elders Conference
Special to Presbyterian News Service
MIKE FERGUSON
LOUISVILLE
Ruling Elder Diana Barber, associate executive for leadership at the Synod of Lakes and Prairies and a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis, well remembers her ordination, which occurred in 1980.
"I gave myself a Bible to commemorate the occasion," she told the National Elders Conference at Big Tent Aug. 2.
Barber reminded ruling elders that their constitutional responsibilities stay with them whether they're serving on session on not. "The responsibility goes with ordination, not the function of the moment," she said. "Serving on session is only one role of a ruling elder." Continue Reading
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You Are Invited
to Celebrate 175 years of Ministry
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Sunday, August 11, 2013
First Presbyterian Church
401 N. Walnut Street Plymouth, IN
will be celebrating 175 years of ministry with two services. In the morning, during the regular 9:30 service, Rev. Dr. Ronald Naylor who grew up in the church will be giving the message. Then, in the afternoon at 2 p.m., we will have a special service of celebration and thanksgiving. Following the afternoon service will be a time to share in refreshments and conversation.
Please join us!
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Church Financial Excellence Workshops
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The Presbytery of Wabash Valley in partnership with Ministerial Excellence is offering a new workshop in August designed to provide training and resources to help you with the challenges of the work you do.
Church Stewardship, Church Financial Reporting and Church Management Software
The initial workshop will be held on August 15, 2013 from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. and will be repeated on August 22 and August 29. If you serve the church as treasurer, teaching/ruling elder, clerk of session, business administrator, etc. - we urge you to invest an afternoon to attend the workshop. The host locations ensure a short drive from any church in the presbytery and there is no fee for your attendance (workshop materials, dinner, snacks and beverages will be provided)!
August 15, 2013, 2:00-7:00 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church, Goshen - 215 E Lincoln Ave, Goshen, IN 46528
Please register for this workshop at: http://fpcgoshen.eventbrite.com/
August 22, 2013, 2:00-7:00 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church, Merrillville - 7898 Taft Street Merrillville, Indiana 46410
Please register for this workshop at: http://fpcmerrillville.eventbrite.com/
August 29, 2013, 2:00-7:00 p.m.
Bethany Presbyterian Church, Lafayette - 3305 Longlois Dr Lafayette, IN 47904
Please register for this workshop at: http://bethanypc.eventbrite.com/
Questions? - Please contact Eric Herzog, 574.223.5678 or eric@ourpresbytery.org.
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Where is your General Presbyter
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Frank will be home recuperating from knee surgery for up to two weeks. Please contact Gladys, Linda, or Vicki for assistance. |
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & MEETINGS
| Thursday, August 8
CANCELLED - Stewardship Ministry Team (Go-to-Meeting)
10 am - Nominating Committee
Friday, August 9 - Saturday, August 10
6 pm - 6 pm - Joshua Journey Gathering #3
Sunday, August 11
9:30 am Worship and 2:00 pm Celebration Service - First Presbyterian Church Plymouth Celebrates 175 Years Serving the Lord (map)
Thursday, August 15
10 am - Commission on Ministry Leadership Team (Conference Call)
2 pm - Church Financial Excellence Workshop - First Presbyterian Church, Goshen (map)
5:30 pm - University Church Board Meeting West Lafayette (map)
Tuesday, August 20
10 am - Commission on Preparation for Ministry
10 am - Geneva Center Ministry Team
Thursday, August 22
2 pm (CT) - Church Financial Excellence Workshop - First Presbyterian Church, Merrillville (map)
Sunday, August 25
2 pm - Jim Dougans Commissioning Service - First Presbyterian Church, Rensselaer (map)
All meetings posted on the PWV Calendar are eastern time (ET) unless noted otherwise. Please visit http://www.ourpresbytery.org/calendar.htm for more information regarding meetings and events or call 574-223-5678. |
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Presbytery of Wabash Valley & Geneva Center Contact Information
Presbytery Summer Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 to 4:00 pm
Friday 8:00 to NOON
Financial Consultant ~ Elder Eric Herzog ~ 574-223-5678 ext 105
Geneva Center Manager ~ Cathy Adley ~ 574-223-6915 ext 200
Geneva Center Maintenance Director ~ Jeff Winegardener ~ 574-223-6915 ext 204
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