Presbytery of Wabash Valley
PWV Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 - 4
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January 27, 2016
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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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CONFIRMED
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The presbytery's January 8-10 Confirmation Retreat at Geneva Center was a wonderful experience: Good fellowship, learning, and fun plus little snow and lots of Geneva Center's signature homemade cinnamon rolls made for a perfect weekend.
The feedback we collected from the confirmands included the following comments: "I liked how fun this was and I like how much more I know about God and Jesus (Girl, 12)." "I liked making new friends and learning a lot about my Christian faith (Boy, 14)." "I liked meeting everyone and getting closer to God (Boy, 15)."
Other feedback included: "I did not like how short the retreat was. I would have liked to have more days being together (Boy, 12)." And one child on the final day asked me: "How many more confirmation retreats will there be this year that I can attend?"
We asked the confirmands what they would say to someone their age who was considering coming to the 2017 Confirmation Retreat (which is February 3-5, 2017). Here is what they said:
- It was a blast! The food was REALLY good. There are crafts that you get to do and free time is really fun! When you do stuff with Rev. Marcia, you get to use fire! J (Girl, 11)
- I think you should come because it helps you learn more about God and it's fun.(Girl, 12)
- You should come because it is so much fun and you get to learn a lot. (Girl, 13)
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Confirmands
(Photos compliments of
Rev. John Van Nuys, Wabash Avenue PC Crawfordsville)
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- I would definitely recommend this retreat. It made me understand how big a decision being confirmed really is. At first, I thought that it would be hard because I am pretty shy, but you make friends really easily. I think that if you want to be confirmed, you should definitely go to this retreat before making your decision. (Girl, 13)
- It was pretty fun. The best part was, of course, learning about God and Jesus, and, second, was the food and, third, was the Saturday night free time. I want to come back and do it again. (Boy, 12)
- Being here was awesome -- especially meeting new friends and learning so much from the kind Reverends. You get to ask questions and discuss them while learning amazing things about the Holy Trinity. (Boy, 12)
- It is a great social gathering. (Boy, 14)
- When you come here, you can learn about things that help you. (Boy, 14)
- The retreat is FUN and you learn a lot. (Boy, 15)
I hope you will include your confirmands in the 2017 Confirmation Retreat  (again, February 3-5, 2017). We have designed the retreat to serve both smaller and larger congregations either as a "stand alone," "all-in-one" confirmation course or as an anchor event in a longer confirmation process.
Presbytery funding of $2,000 was essential for the 2016 Confirmation Retreat happen. In other words, your per capita support of the ministry of our presbytery helped the Holy Spirit form the faith in the rising generation through this event. For investing in the work of God that shall outlive us all in the young Presbyterians who attended the retreat, thank you.
Several of us in the retreat leadership team would like to do a fall retreat focused on hands-on mission. Our idea is to gather kids to have fun, help others, and put their faith into action. If you would like to see that happen as well, please be in touch with me: jcvchurch@att.net
On behalf of the leadership team, thank you, this presbytery, for your nurture, care, and support of our kids, who are the future. Hanging out with them confirmed in me a deep, certain trust that our future as a church is in God's own, good hands - and that future is indeed bright and blessed.
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2016 PER CAPITA
$39.38 total
General Assembly - $7.12 Synod of Lincoln Trails - $3.81 Presbytery of Wabash Valley - $28.45
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Save the Dates
2016 COUNCIL Tuesday, March 15 - La Porte PC
Tuesday, April 19 - Peru, 1st PC
Tuesday, June 21 - Rochester, CPC
Tuesday, July 19 - Brookston, Federated
Tuesday, August 16 - Geneva Center
Tuesday, October 18 - Peabody
Tuesday, December 6 - TBA
2016 ASSEMBLY
Saturday, February 20 - Rossville PC
Tuesday, May 17 - Peru, 1st PC
Saturday, September 17 - Geneva Center
Tuesday, November 15 - Peabody
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Ministry Quick Links
PRESBYTERY OF WABASH VALLEY
 Presbytery of Wabash Valley2016 Monthly Bible Study Reclaiming Conversation:
The Power of Talk in a Digital Age
Drawing on the work of Sherry Turkle, Dwight Zscheile ponders the loss of relational interaction in our world where people are preoccupied with electronic communication devices. 
 by Dan Hotchkiss |
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PRAYERS of the PRESBYTERY
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Lord, when one of us hungers, make it our instinct to feed. When one of us is displaced, make it our instinct to share our home. When one of us is called illegal, make it our instinct to advocate for our sister's rights. May we find our peace in the peace of the places to which you have called us.
- From Common Prayer
We hold in prayer....
- For those who suffer in silence...
- Our Presbytery as we find new ways to serve together
We give you thanks and praise to you Lord for Brookston Federated Church who has faithfully served their community and you since 1919.
In your name we pray. Amen.
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Thank you for your ministry and your service...
- January 30, 2005 - Rev. Amy Mildenberg, Minister Member at Large
- January 31, 1970 - Rev. Michael Dunkelberger, Honorably Retired
If you have been omitted or your information is incorrect please accept my apology. Help to update our records by sending your current information to vicki@ourpresbytery.org.
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NEW LOGO IDEA CONTEST
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There are some changes going on at Presbytery of Wabash Valley
and we want you to be a part of them!
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WANTED: IDEAS FOR A PRESBYTERY LOGO
Inspired by the Revelation 22:1-2 scripture:
Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb through the middle of the street of the city. On either side of the river is the tree of life with its twelve kinds of fruit, producing its fruit each month; and the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations (ethnoi).
And reflective on our Presbytery Mission Study Statement:
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.
We are asking for ideas for a logo, a symbol of who we are and the new way God is leading us.
We know there are many creative, inspired people in our Presbytery who may want to submit a sketch or idea which represents who we are as the people of God.
An anonymous donor will give $100 to the chosen graphic designer.
The other change we would like you to help with is renaming the weekly eNews "God Call". No prize is being offered for this but we know there are many of you with some great ideas. We would like to hear them.
Just, send your idea or design to vicki@ourpresbytery.org between now and April 1, 2016. After April 1st Council will narrow the designs to the top three which will then be posted online for your votes. May the best design win! |
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PRESBYTERY OF WABASH VALLEY CHURCH MEMBERS
SEND US YOUR STORIES
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Every week, we publish this eNewsletter to hundreds of Wabash Valley and PC(USA) members and also post online! The Church Relations Coordinator accepts articles for entry and is always actively seeking new and original content sharing how your congregation is engaged in ministry. We would especially like to share photos 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 to vicki@ourpresbytery.org, due each Friday.
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Transitional Ministry Education (Interim Pastor Training)
The Synods of Lincoln Trails and Mid-America (MALT) have joined together to provide interim training every spring and fall to pastors nationwide. Transitional Ministry Education is intended for those presently engaged in interim ministry and those inquiring about this ministry. Committee on Ministry members and presbytery staff persons with responsibility for congregations in transition will also find the training helpful.
Scheduled interim pastor training's:
May 2-6, 2016 in Saint Louis, MO October 31 - November 4, 2016 in Saint Louis, MO Registration Deadline for May 2-6 Event: March 29, 2016 |
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Millennials and the Social Movement
What does it take to transform an idea into a viral movement to engage Millennials? Author and researcher Derrick Feldmann has spent the past two years talking with the people behind the biggest social movements of our time. He'll share their stories and some of their secrets and talk about what your congregation can do to make your message take off with Millennials. You can watch a video of Feldmann highlighting what you will learn in this workshop. This workshop is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Eastern time) Tuesday, March 8, 2016 in Carmel. Learn More
Developing an Effective Community Ministry
Learn the key elements to consider when developing a community ministry that has real impact. This workshop is an informative and interactive program that introduces ideas, key elements and tools to help your congregation empower people and make a difference in your community. Educator and pastor Kilen Gray explores community ministry conversations, capacity, thinking about those you serve, collaboration and more. This workshop is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Eastern time) on Thursday, March 31, 2016 in central Indiana. Learn More Look for more workshop opportunities
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DON'T HAVE PASTORAL LEADERSHIP?
NEED SOMEONE TO SERVE COMMUNION?
Just a reminder that the Presbytery Assembly commissioned four trained and experienced ruling elders to serve communion at the request of Session for small congregations without pastoral leadership who cannot find a teaching elder to serve them on a Sunday morning. They are:
COM has corrected its November minutes and report to Assembly to require reimbursement of mileage by congregations for all travel to congregations by ruling elders commissioned to special pastoral service with minimum compensation of $100 for leading worship and preaching, and $50 for just presiding at the communion table.
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Upcoming Events and Meetings
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Severe Weather Policy
Please contact the moderator of the team or committee you serve or check
http://www.ourpresbytery.org/calendar.htm for the status of scheduled meetings
or don't hesitate to call 574-223-5678 or 574-205-2086.
Friday, January 2910 am - PWV/GCI Lease Team Tuesday, February 2 - Friday, February 12 Presbytery Office begins moving - call Vicki at 574-205-2086 if you would like to find out how you can help.
Thursday, February 410 am - Commission on Ministry - Bethlehem Presbyterian Church 5588 N State Rd 25 Logansport, IN 46947 10 am - Commission on Preparation for Ministry - Bethlehem Presbyterian Church 5588 N State Rd 25 Logansport, IN 46947
Tuesday, February 9
10 am - Nominating Committee (Go-To-Meeting)
Wednesday, February 10
Noon (CST)/ 1 (EST) Northwest Church Professionals Gathering (TBD)
Thursday, February 11
10 am - Stewardship Ministry Team (Go-To-Meeting)
Friday, February 12
PRESBYTERY OFFICE CLOSED TO TRANSITION TO 707 MAIN ST ROCHESTER
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.
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Presbytery of Wabash Valley Contact InformationFinancial Consultant ~RE Eric Herzog ~ 574-223-5678 ext 105
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