Presbytery of Wabash Valley
Summer Office Hours:
8 - 4 Monday - Thursday
8 - 12 Friday 
June 11,  2014 
God
Calls 

 
Passage to Ponder... Acts 2:5-6

Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native language of each.

(from the Presbytery of Wabash Valley 2014 Monthly Bible Study  Reading and Reflection)
Meet Geneva Center Summer Staff
(Front Row -left to right) Brian Bordner, Edmund Kubisz, Keiffer Williams, Kristian Jefferson, Nick Easley
(Back Row - left to right) Ellen Clark, Sara La Lone, Julia Thorn, Moriah Landon, Rev. John Ritchie

  

Brian Bordner is headed into his sophomore year at Ball State, studying News Broadcasting, Spanish, and Travel/Tourism. Brian loves rock climbing, being outdoors, swimming, and running. He enjoys reading, acting, and getting to know new people. Having fun is important to Brian and he makes sure he is always having fun. He has camped here since Elementary school. Getting to know the campers and encouraging them to have fun is a goal he has set for the summer.

 

Edmund Kubisz attends school at Indiana Tech in Fort Wayne with a major in computer security and investigations. His interests are computers, hunting, fishing, camping, and video games. This is Edmunds first year as a camp counselor after ten years as a Geneva Center camper. Edmund's expectation for this summer is to have another wonderful year at Geneva Center to remember.

 

Keiffer Williams is a junior at Butler University, studying biology. A 2nd year counselor and 8 years as a Geneva Center camper he expects to have a great summer of fun, bonding, and growth with both campers and counselors alike. He enjoys eating, reading, TV shows, and the outdoors.

 

Kristian Jefferson member of Rensselaer First PC and attends Saint Joseph's College in Rensselaer, majoring in Pre-Med. He enjoys doing any physical activities (sports, games, etc.) and likes to get everyone involved. His expectation for this year's summer camp is to make sure campers don't forget their time here. Kristian has been attending camp for 3 years, and it's never stopped being fun.

 

Nick Easley just finished his junior year at Trine University, where he studies Electrical Engineering. This is Nick's second year as a Geneva Center Counselor, but he has been coming here as a camper or volunteer for as long as he can remember. Nick is looking forward to getting to know and having fun with a new group of campers this summer.

 

Ellen Clark studies are in Early Childhood Education at Ball State University. She enjoys hiking, being around the mountains and swimming as often as she can. Ellen has been a camper at Geneva Center nearly her whole life. She is excited to see where God is leading this summer, and expects to have a summer to remember.

 

Sara La Lone is a junior at the University of Evansville. She has been attending Geneva Center camps since elementary school. She loves running, biking, and other outdoorsy things. Sara's hope is that the campers learn more about themselves and become closer to God during their time at here Geneva Center camp!

 

Julia Thorn is a student at the University of Indianapolis majoring in social work with a minor in religion. She hopes to one day be a licensed clinical counselor and enjoys art and religion. Julia was a Camper in Training (CIT) last year and is looking forward to meeting all the campers as a first year camp counselor.

 

Moriah Landon is a sophomore at IPFW as a music therapy major with a voice concentration. Her interests include music, books, rock wall climbing and being with friends and family. Moriah a member of First Presbyterian Church of Lebanon and has attended camp for eight years. She is looking forward to having fun and becoming even closer to God through nature and worship.

 

Rev. John Ritchie pastor at First Presbyterian Church Huntington and heads the Geneva Center summer camping program. John serves the Presbytery of Wabash in many ways. John is the chairperson of the Geneva Center Ministry Team, is a member of the Joshua Journey II Team, moderator of Pastoral Leadership Care Committee and is the Board of Pensions liaison.

 

To Register for Summer Camp click here

 


STAY CONNECTED


In This Issue
Meet Geneva Center Summer Staff
Prayers of the Presbytery
Ordination Celebration
Valparaiso Confirmation Class
Live Stream Access to 221st General Assembly
The Confession of Belhr
New Wilmington Mission Conference for Youth
Covenant Gathering
Nuts and Bolts of Nonprofit Accounting
Urgent Need for School Kits
Please submit your ministry stories
Save the Dates

2014 COUNCIL
June 24
July 15
August 19
October 21
December 9

2014 ASSEMBLY

September 12-13 Retreat
November 18

2014 RECORDS REVIEW
August 23 - Ligonier PC
September 6 - Lafayette Elston PC
September 12- Geneva Center

Boundaries and Ethics Training
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Saturday, October 4, 2014


Ministry Quick Links

 

PRESBYTERY OF WABASH VALLEY

Pulpit Supply List

 

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Church Wellness

Four keys to connecting with young adults

By Tom Ehrich

 

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National Multicultural Church Conference

Location: Historic Hilton Fort Worth, TX
July 31 - August 3
"Journeying and Awakening into God's Diverse World."   
Learn more  

 

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August 11-14, 2014
Evangelism and Church Growth Conference (ECG2014)

Go. Disciple. Live. 

St. Pete Beach, Florida
Learn more

 

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PWV 2015 Mission Yearbook and Presbytery Planning Calendar

 Order Form  

Order Deadline June 20, 2014 

 Click Here

 

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 Synod Of Lincoln Trails

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Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
continues to work with affected mid-councils to assess needs

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Center for Congregations 

Helping Indiana Congregations find and use resources

 

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CONGREGATIONAL EVENTS
 

The Presbyterian Church, La Porte

2014 CARILLIION RECITALS

Sunday, July 27 - Mark Lee

Sunday, August 24 - Dennis Curry  

For more information

www.laportepresbyterianfinearts.org  

PRAYERS of the PRESBYTERY

Thank you, Lord God, for the promise that in your infinite faithfulness you will fulfill your purpose in our lives. We pray for congregational renewal and engagement. May the church serve and work alongside all those in need in our communities. May we share the good news that Jesus loves each and everyone giving an assurance of hope even in the most difficult of times.  

  

Please hold those listed below in your prayers:  

  • Geneva Center Staff & Summer Staff, campers and shepherds 
  • Rev. Tom Albaum, Monticello First PC; RE Judy Friend, Peru First PC and RE Jill Kitowski, The LaPorte PC; Rev. Bill McLean, Delphi First PC; as they prepare to attend General Assembly in Detroit, Michigan June 14-21
  • All those traveling and attending GA   
  • Our Mission Co-Workers  
We pray for and with Chapel-of-the-Lakes Presbyterian Church, Angola who has faithfully served the community and followed you O' Lord since 1982.

 

In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen!

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Thank you for your ministry and your service...
  • June 13, 2010 - Rev. Nelda Seger, First Presbyterian Church, Winamac   
  • June 13, 1987 - Rev. Lloyd Sewdin, Ogden Dunes Community Presbyterian Church  
  • June 15, 1982 - Rev. Frank Vardeman, General Presbyter, Presbytery of Wabash Valley 
  • June 16, 1959 - Rev. Richard Craig, Honorably Retired
  • June 18, 1970 - Rev. Doug Mankell, Honorably Retired

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.   

 

CONGRATULATIONS
First Presbyterian Church Valparaiso
2014 Confirmation Class

(Front Row) Teacher Craig Johnson, Taylor Rossetti, Hannah Scheller, Henry Hoham, Trey Buehler, Teacher Bob Marrs

(Back Row) Pastor Gretchen Seidler Gibbs, Ginger Hedrick, Gerrit Carlson, Zeke Highlan,

Pastor Beth Wagner


You have not only joined First Presbyterian Church of Valparaiso
but also the Presbytery of Wabash Valley and Presbyterian Church (USA). We are excited you have taken this step to serve God and join in the ministry of the church.


221st General Assembly Offerings

   

Don't miss opening worship live! 

The LIVE stream will be available at pcusa.org/ga221  starting with opening worship at 11am on Saturday, June 14 and will include all worship and plenaries for the Assembly. Be sure to check the schedule.  

 

 

 

Experience a video just produced by the General Assembly Special Committee on the Confession of Belhar which lifts up the words of the confession through a plethora of voices.  

 

NWMC 2014

 

New Wilmington Mission Conference

July 19-26, 2014
Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pennsylvania

What does the Lord require of you: act justly, love mercy, walk humbly.  

 

New Wilmington Mission Conference a week-long, multi-generational, Presbyterian Church (USA)-related, mission conference held on the campus of Westminster College in western PA (one hour north of Pittsburgh). The focus is on youth ages 12 to 24 but all ages are welcome. Last year 800+ people from 31 states and 19 countries were registered and 1,000 locals came to hear speakers.

 

Come, participate in small groups, service projects, Bible and mission study, and fun activities with peers. Join with other age groups for great speakers and worship. Free- time activities include organized and pick-up sports, choirs, crafts, games, swimming, visiting, mission workshops or just napping.


See complete information about this event for middle-schoolers, highschoolers, young adults, and adults at nwmcmission.org or contact us at: NWMC, 229 S. Market Street, New Wilmington, PA 16142  Phone: 724-946-9770   Email: office@nwmcmission.org

 


 
 
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JUNE 29-JULY 4

MICHINDOH CONFERENCE CENTER

HILLSDALE, MICHIGAN

A week of learning, laughter and worship presented by members and churches of The PCUSA

  Synod of the Covenant and Synod of Lincoln Trails.

 

More Information
Indiana Nonprofit Resource Network

Nuts and Bolts of Nonprofit Accounting 

  
This course builds the foundation for financial management within all nonprofits. By the end of the course, participants will be able to read and understand financial statements as well as the concepts that go into creating them such as:

  • Accrual vs. cash basis accounting
  • Activity vs. source based accounting 
  • Accounting for income including earned revenue vs. contributed support and unrestricted funding vs. temporarily restricted vs. permanently restricted
  • Capitalization and depreciation
  • Functional expense classifications and allocation of common costs, and
  • Identify internal control risks and implement an initial control system

When:  Tuesday, June 24, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM EDT

Where:  Immaculate Conception Church (Parish hall), 2500 East 7th St, Auburn, IN 

Presenter:  Steven Zimmerman, CPA, MBA, Principal of Spectrum Nonprofit Services
Sponsor:  United Way of DeKalb County 

Cost: $50, includes materials and lunch, FREE-DeKalb County Nonprofits (up to the first 20 registrations)

Register:  http://www.unitedwayec.org/nrn-workshops.htm  

  

For more information, contact Denise Lamphier, Director, Indiana Nonprofit Resource Network, Northern Region.

 

PDA
Making Gift of the Heart Kits


Gift of the Heart kits or other kits are an excellent "hands on" project for youth groups and other groups that want a tangible way to be involved. School Kits and Hygiene Kits are often the most in demand.

 

URGENT NEED FOR SCHOOL KITS

We need to replenish these supplies immediately.

Gift of the Heart School Kits give children in impoverished schools, refugee camps, or other difficult settings some of the basic tools for learning, so it is vitally important that we replenish our supplies as quickly as possible.

  • In the case of Syria, IOCC supports one of the largest established networks to deliver life-saving humanitarian aid inside Syria, where more than 9.3 million people are currently in need of assistance.
  • In November 2013, approximately 3,000 School Kits were shipped for distribution in Syria.
  • Gift of the Heart School Kits include some of the basic necessities for learning, including notebooks, pencils and crayons.
  • These kits help children return to normalcy faster, helping them avoid the long-term effects of trauma.

Learn how to assemble Gift of the Heart School Kits.

 

Frank Vardeman

Where is your General Presbyter

 Rev. Frank Vardeman
  
June 15- 21
- 221st General Assembly - Detroit

To inquire or invite Rev. Frank Vardeman, General Presbyter, to visit your church, please feel free to contact Gladys - 574-223-5678 or gladys@ourpresbytery.org.

 

Upcoming Events and Meetings

  


Thursday, June 12
5 pm - Property Committee (Conference Call)

Saturday, June 14 - Saturday, June 21

General Assembly - Detroit Michigan

Sunday, June 15
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Tuesday, June 17

10 am - Commission on Preparation for Ministry

Thursday, June 19
10 am - Commission on Ministry (Go-To-Meeting)

Tuesday, June 24
10 am - Council

Wednesday, June 25
Noon - Lafayette Pastors Gathering - Lafayette Brewing Company (map)
Noon - 3 pm - AC for Plymouth First Presbyterian Church


All meetings & events 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.

Presbytery Office would like to lift up your ministry stories...


Every week, we publish this eNewsletter...also available online!  The Church Relations Coordinator  accepts articles for entry and is actively seeking new and original content sharing how your congregation is engaged in ministry. We would especially like to share photo's and stories of your confirmands, new members, VBS, mission trips and other special ministries that are occurring in your congregation and community. Please forward your stories and photos, due each Friday.



Presbytery of Wabash Valley & Geneva Center Contact Information

Board of Pensions Liaison ~ Rev. John Ritchie ~ 260-356-8680
General Presbyter ~ Rev. Frank Vardeman ~ 574-223-5678 ext 101
Stated Clerk ~ Elder Linda Long ~ 219-926-7098
Office Manager ~ Gladys Sargent ~ 574-223-5678 ext 102
Financial Consultant ~ Eric Herzog ~ 574-223-5678 ext 105
Church Relations Coordinator ~ Elder Vicki Dreibelbis ~ 574-223-5678 ext 100
IT Consultant ~ Bonnie Kern ~ 574-223-5678 ext 109
Geneva Center Manager ~ Cathy Adley ~ 574-223-6915 ext 200
Geneva Center Maintenance Director ~ Jeff Winegardener ~ 574-223-6915 ext 204
Nourished by the living waters of Jesus Christ,

we awaken, enliven and enhance worshiping communities

to courageously extend their branches  

and bear new fruit in the Spirit.

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