707 Main St. - PO Box 225 - Rochester, IN 46975
Phone: 574-223-5678 Fax: 888-215-6219 www.ourpresbytery.org
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8-12 & 1-5 Closed Friday
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As the beautiful fall colors fill our senses with the glory of God, we join with all creation to give thanks for the love of God. We are invited to respond to such grace by giving of our time, talent, creativity and praise through so many ways. One way is to assemble together in worship, fellowship and mission as the Presbytery of Wabash Valley.  You are encouraged to answer the call to worship on November 15 at 10 AM at 200 East Beardsley at the First Presbyterian Church of Elkhart, Indiana. We will install and commission the new moderator, vice moderator and other officers of the Presbytery; we will vote on the amendments to the Book of Order and the Directory for Worship; we will examine a candidate for ordination; we will give praise to our Lord, Jesus Christ in Bible study, prayer and song.
Make your reservation today.
David Smook,
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PRAYERS of the PRESBYTERY
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Sovereign God, as we come to you in prayer we ask for an extra measure of guidance in the coming days. Once again, this great nation of ours is casting ballots to elect a president and others to lead us into the
future. We ask that our decisions be made wisely, based on facts as we know them and not strictly on emotions. Whatever the outcomes, may civility prevail and may the results be accepted graciously if not applauded. We pray for this nation as it goes forward, that the major divisions evidenced in this election might begin to heal and that we might all come together for the greater good. Be with us, we pray, and grant us clarity and peace as we go to the polls. Amen.
Prayer provided by Rev. Paige Cantwell, Honorably Retired
Please pray for....
- Michigan City First Presbyterian Church
- Traveling mercies for Valparaiso First mission group who will be leaving for Cuba on Saturday
- Dot Smook and Rev. David Smook, PWV Moderator, as Dot undergoes treatment of her thyroid
- The Rev. Jack Hess, Honorably Retired, as he continues to struggle with health concerns
- Our world...
AMEN!
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Thank you for your ministry and your service...
- November 4, 2001 - The Rev. Kevin Bowers, Lafayette Bethany Presbyterian Church
- November 4, 1973 - The Rev. Dr. David Smook, Honorably Retired
- November 5, 1961 - The Rev. Ken Burris, 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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Nourished by the living waters of Jesus Christ, we awaken, enliven and enhance worshipping communities to courageously extend their branches and bear new fruit in the spirit.
-The Mission Statement of the Presbytery of Wabash Valley
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In recent weeks, employers have contacted the Board requesting an update to their Employer Agreement. As you know, a change in the Employer Agreement affects the benefits elections available to or made by your employees for 2017. It's important that employees have the opportunity to elect benefits by the November 11 close of annual enrollment. Therefore, please be mindful that we are unable to accept any changes to the Employer Agreement after November 4. If you have a question or need assistance, contact the Board at 800-773-7752 (800-PRESPLAN).
Thank you for your continued support, especially during this annual enrollment period.
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2017 Per Capita
Hear ye, hear ye! The Presbytery of Wabash Valley's Council announces that the per capita amount for 2017 as been approved and will be $39.76. This represents a .38 cent increase over 2016.
($28.45- PWV; $3.81- SOLT; $7.50- GA)
$28.45 of this directly benefits your presbytery, which is committed to strengthening congregations. How are we doing that? We promise to work on discovering the ways in which you can be supported for thriving ministry. We're on the road to identifying and training an advocate for each congregation, so that you have a consistent connection to the presbytery and our shared resources. We're focusing on developing a better presbytery web presence and to helping congregations do the same, through websites, technological
communication and social media training. Your per capita contributions allow us to more faithfully serve you in Christ's name. Thank you for your faithfulness and partnership in the gospel.
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Save the Dates
2016 COUNCIL
Tuesday, December 6 - Rochester, Community PC
2016 ASSEMBLY
Tuesday, November 15 -
Elkhart, First Presbyterian Church
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Commissioned to Validated Ministry Available to
Serve Communion
Jill Kitowski
(219) 325-0039
jill2536@comcast.net
David Abbott
(574) 234-2414
Carrie Munson
(574) 721-5225 Michael Shurn (574) 946-3851 judge66@pulaskicounty.in.gov |
2017 PER CAPITA
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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CONGREGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
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This week we especially lift the Rossville Presbyterian Church and the Rossville community in our prayers. A new ministry initiative with which they are heavily involved is ROCK (Rossville Organization of Christian Kids). ROCK is a joint community youth group supported by 4 local churches. All four pastors are involved, along with parents, student leaders and dozens of other Middle and High School students. Everyone is very excited about this effort to encourage teens in their faith and to reach their friends with the gospel. We pray for this ministry!
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RETREATS
WORKSHOPS
WEBINARS
AND EVENTS
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Upcoming Events and Meetings
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Thursday, November 3CANCELLED - Commission on Preparation for Ministry - Bethlehem Presbyterian Church 5588 N SR 25, Logansport
10 am - Commission on Ministry - Bethlehem Presbyterian Church 5588 N SR 25, Logansport (map)Friday, November 411 am - Crown Point Administrative Team (Go-To-Meeting) Saturday, November 510 am - Rebuild Kokomo - Faith Presbyterian Church 1608 Kirk Row, Kokomo (map)Monday, November 72 pm - Commissioned Ruling Elder Gathering - Bob Evans 4300 IN 26, Lafayette, IN 47905 (map)Tuesday, November 810 am - Nominating Committee (Go-To-Meeting) Wednesday, November 910 am - 2 pm - Coffee Office Hours with Jennifer at Cahoots Coffee Cafe 218 W Maumee St., Angola, IN 46703 (map)Thursday, November 1010 am - Stewardship Ministry Team (Go-To-Meeting) Friday, November 1111 am - Crown Point Administrative Team (Go-To-Meeting) All meetings & events posted on the PWV Calendar are eastern time (EDT) unless noted otherwise. Please call 574-223-5678 or visit http://www.ourpresbytery.org/calendar.htm for more information regarding meetings and events.
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Chief Theresa Kachindamoto
Wednesday, November 9, 2016 | Free and open to the public
5:00 p.m. | Displays
6:00 p.m. | Program/Talk with Q & A
7:00 p.m. | Meet & Greet
University of Notre Dame | DeBartolo Hall Room 101
Chief Kachindamoto became the Senior Traditional Authority to more than 900,000 people in the Dedza District of the southeastern country of Malawi, Africa thirteen years ago. She was shocked when she saw girls as young as 12 with babies and teenaged husbands. Learn More |
Healthy Congregation-Pastor Relations
Saturday, February 25, 2017
9am-4 pm
Save the date for the first presbytery assembly meeting of the year and this really great workshop! Attend in person at First Presbyterian, Valparaiso or at any of our three other streaming sites. This workshop, offered by the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center and facilitated by its director, Richard Blackburn, promises to be useful to every one of our congregations.
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November Coffee Office Hours with Jennifer...
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Stop by and connect with Jennifer at convenient coffee shops all over the presbytery. 
- Wednesday, November 9: 10 am - 2 pm - Cahoots Coffee Cafe 218 W. Maumee St., Angola
- Thursday, November 17: 10 am -2 pm - Bind Cafe 108 N. Main St., Kokomo
- Tuesday, November 22: 10 am - 2 pm - Klein Brot Haus Bakery 106 3rd Ave., Brookston
- Wednesday, November 30: 10 am - 2 pm - Temple News Agency 816 Jefferson Ave., La Porte
And know that you can always set another time to get together. Feel free to contact Jennifer at Jennifer@ourpresbytery.org or 574-653-1003.
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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 M
illennials. The workshop is November 9 in Fort Wayne and November 16 in Evansville.
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Understanding Yourself in a Team that Thrives
One of the ways to build thriving teams is to understand the personalities and behaviors of those who make up that team and how individual members contribute to the overall success of the team. Join Dr. Aleze Fulbright as she unpacks a tool for understanding personal and team dynamics: The Birkman Method. The Birkman Method is a scientifically developed, multi-dimensional personality assessment that helps individuals gain that deeper understanding of their behaviors. This live online workshop is December 7.
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Emily Enders Odom | Presbyterian News Service Conference for 6th-12th grade youth-featuring Perryn Rice and Sera Chung-continues online registration through November 15
Gregg Brekke | Presbyterian News Service Highlights include Benefits Connect, fossil-free investing, measured growth
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Contact Information for Wabash Valley Officers, Staff and Consultant
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