Presbytery of Wabash Valley
PWV Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8-4
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February 5, 2016
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Hopewell United Presbyterian Church of Avilla
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As you may remember, I have asked the churches of the Presbytery of Wabash Valley to pray for one another. Keeping one another in prayer and sharing reinforces our connections. As Presbyterians we take seriously the injunction in John 17 21 "that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me." Part of being made one is in finding the common ground we find that binds us together. The Presbytery Assembly is an opportunity to study scripture, worship God, and do the business of the Kingdom of God. We remember that which unifies us in the power and love of God in Jesus Christ. As you prepare to be part of the heart of the Presbyterian Polity found in the Presbytery Assembly, may we find Christ in one another as we gather in the name of Jesus. Prepare to celebrate that which unites us on February 20 at 10 AM at Rossville Presbyterian Church. 5434 W. SR 26. Rossville, IN 46065-9842 In Christ, Dr. David Smook Moderator
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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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Presbytery Office Nearly Moved!
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Be aware that the Presbytery Office will be closed Thursday, February 11 - Monday, February 15th to complete the move. If you don't get a response from the office keep in mind phones and internet service will be down for a little while. You may want to hold your emails during this time. The expectation is to be up and running late on Thursday but we don't want you to be frustrated if you can't reach us during this time. You are welcome to call Vicki at 574-205-2086 or any of the other staff and officers at the numbers listed below during this time.
Visit us... at 707 Main St. Rochester but our new mailing address is:
Presbytery of Wabash Valley
PO Box 225
Rochester, IN 46975
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Presbytery of Wabash Valley Contact Information
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The 2016 Presbyterian Youth Triennium
will be held at Purdue July 19-23. Rising high school freshmen through graduating high school seniors are welcome to attend this national event in which thousands of Presbyterian teens from across the nation and world will gather in our backyard! Want to know more about what Triennium is all about? Check out the 3 minute video at www.presbyterianyouthtriennium.org. Registration details will be available soon and more info is to come. Mark your calendars now so you don't miss out.
My Experience @ Triennium
By Brittany Diehl Glass
Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church (Crawfordsville) Member
I was part of the local crew for the 2004 Triennium. This was a way for me to get even more out of the Triennium experience by being both a participant and staff. I went to Purdue a week early to help get everything set up. Being on the local team was a rewarding experience: I made lots of friends and had a great time.
Welcoming people from all over the nation to Triennium was a real joy. When you are sharing God's love, you can see it in someone's eyes and face. The way their eyes light up and a huge smile comes across their features: you can feel God's warm embrace at that moment. You can feel God around you; you can feel that you are spreading God's love. There is nothing better to me than loving your neighbor and I was able to do that.
As for being a participant, I have two big memories: One was the world market and the other was the events in Elliott Hall of Music. At the world market, it was amazing to see all of the ways God works in the world; how each culture reflects different aspects of love, peace, and community.
Elliott Hall was where our worship services were held: Imagine yourself surrounded by thousands of people your age as you feel God's magnificence in that moment. It was breathtaking: feeling completely loved. Worship at Triennium was an experience I will never forget. The sense of community from all of us from around the world was astounding. I have never been more moved or so inspired by God than when I was at Triennium.
Going to Triennium is a no brainer. GO. Just GO. Just Do It. You will never regret it. If you are strong in your faith it will make you stronger. If you are wavering in your faith, it will lift you up. Triennium helps you understand that you are not alone in your journey with God. The path at times isn't easy, but to be surrounded at Triennium by teens from all over the world lets you know that there will always be someone beside you to help and lend a hand.
With all that is happening in the world today, we need to know that we are not alone and we are no longer strangers in our walk of faith. Going to Triennium opens your eyes to the vastness of God's grace. Triennium is an opportunity you do not want to miss. So: Go!
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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
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PRAYERS of the PRESBYTERY
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Lord, bless us as we enter a new month. Remind us of our connection to one another, as we pray for the congregation of Avilla Hopewell United Presbyterian Church. We do all that we do as individuals, and as the Presbytery of Wabash Valley reflecting your love, to our love-starved World.
- From TE Louis Sandos, Honorably Retired
We hold in prayer....
- Rev. George Frye, Honorably Retired, who is being treat at Elkhart General Hospital for nearly a month for multiple Myeloma
- Rev. Louis and Jan Sandos as they travel to Dallas, Texas on February 11th
- Those who suffer in silence...
- Our Presbytery as we find new ways to serve together
- Geneva Center, INC and their new board
In your Holy great name we pray. Amen.
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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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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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Wanted: Partner(s) to Resettle a Syrian Family
Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church in Crawfordsville is investigating the possibility of resettling a Syrian refugee family. If your congregation, organization, family, or just you would be interested in collaborating on this, please contact Robin Pebworth (765-362-3882, pebwortr@sbcglobal.net). Thanks.
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Thinking as Stewards Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received. 1Peter 4:10 I was talking with a friend about gifts. I was struggling to identify my own, and she said, like it was completely obvious to her, that I had a gift for listening. Once I thought about it, I realized that listening carefully and well is something I love to do. I have been part of a compassionate listening ministry for the past couple of years, and it truly has brought me great joy. I hadn't thought about my love of listening in terms of a spiritual gift, but it made sense. What are your gifts? How will you share them with others?
Reprinted from Forward Day by Day
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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.
Tuesday, February 9
9 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)
PRESBYTERY OFFICE CLOSED TO TRANSITION TO 707 MAIN ST ROCHESTER
Friday, February 12
PRESBYTERY OFFICE CLOSED TO TRANSITION TO 707 MAIN ST ROCHESTER
Monday, February 15
PRESIDENTS' DAY - PRESBYTERY OFFICE CLOSED
Thursday, February 18
10 am - Commission on Ministry (Go-To-Meeting)
Saturday, February 20
10 am - Presbytery Assembly at Rossville Presbyterian Church - 5434 W State Rd 26 - Rossville, IN 46065 (map)
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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