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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A dinner patron chats with Father Angel (right) who says that he wants homeless people to "eat with the same dignity as any other customer."
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SPAIN'S ROBIN HOOD RESTAURANT' CHARGE THE RICH AND FEED THE POOR
From NPR As Spain reels from it financial crisis, a new restaurant, run by a Catholic priest, lets paying daytime customers foot the dinner bill for homeless people to dine with dignity. On a frigid winter night, a man wearing two coats shuffles into a brightly lit brick restaurant in downtown Madrid. Staff greet him warmly; he's been here many times. The maître d' stamps his ID card, and the hungry man selects a table with a red tablecloth, under a big brass chandelier.
The man, Luis Gallardo, is homeless - and so are all the diners, every night, at the city's Robin Hood restaurant. Its mission is to charge the rich and feed the poor. Paying customers at breakfast and lunch foot the bill for the restaurant to serve dinner to homeless people, free of charge.
It's become Spain's most sought-after lunch reservation. The restaurant has poached staff from luxury hotels. Celebrity chefs are lining up to cook once a week. For paying clients, the lunch is fully booked through the end of March.
A dinner patron chats with Father Angel (right), who says that he wants homeless people to "eat with the same dignity as any other customer."
The restaurant opened in early December, and is run by an 80-year-old Catholic priest, Ángel García Rodriguez, whom everyone knows simply as "Padre Ángel."
"I want them to eat with the same dignity as any other customer," Father Ángel says. "And the same quality, with glasses made of crystal, not plastic, and in an atmosphere of friendship and conversation."
Outside, there's a sign listing the house rules: Patrons are allowed to sing as they please, as long as it doesn't disturb other customers. They can use the free wifi and borrow a cell phone if they need to make a call. They're free to bring their own food and order only drinks, if they prefer. Or they can take over the kitchen for a birthday party or other special celebration.
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Leadership Development Survey 2017
A group of interested and dedicated members of Presbytery are interested in leadership development in the 21st Century. True to the presbytery's mission statement, we are committed to awakening, enlivening and enhancing congregations in order that congregations may bear new fruit in the Spirit.
As we identify and develop tools and resources for delivery to congregations, we need to hear from you.
Would you take just a few minutes to complete this survey and offer your personal opinion?
Please share this survey with others who might also wish to respond, no later than February 3.
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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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PRAYERS of the PRESBYTERY
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Before praying , read Psalm 27:
Dear Lord, Father of our Savior, Jesus Christ: the Nation has just sworn in a new President, a few days ago. A new administration is assuming the reins of government, and many new faces have taken places in the seats of Congress. As this nation experiences these changes, I pray for President Trump, his Cabinet, and the Law Makers of our land. They face a daunting task: to govern a people who are divergent and opinionated, in the midst of a world filled with adversity. Give them your peace, and assure them of your love. I pray through Christ my Lord. Amen.
January prayers provided by Rev. Louis Sandos, Honorably Retired
Please pray for....
- Lafayette Bethany Presbyterian Church
- the Rev. Jack Hess, Honorably Retired
- our country and it's leaders
- all of those who suffer in silence.
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Thank you for your ministry and your service... - January 26, 1992 ~ The Reverend Sue Babovec, Chaplain Peabody Retirement Community
- January 27, 1980 ~ The Reverend David Smith, Honorably Retired
- January 30, 2005 ~ The Reverend Amy Jane Mildenberg, Minister Member at Large
- January 31, 1970 ~ The Reverend 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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2017 PER CAPITA
$39.76 total
General Assembly - $7.50
Synod of Lincoln Trails - $3.81
Presbytery of Wabash Valley - $28.45
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Save the Dates
2017 COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Kokomo Faith PC
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Winamac First PC
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Angola, Chapel of the Lakes PC
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Deer Creek PC
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Peabody Retirement Community
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Lafayette Bethany PC
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Rochester Community PC
2017 ASSEMBLY
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Valparaiso First PC
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Geneva Center
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Peabody Retirement Community
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Lafayette Bethany PC
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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 |
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Wanted:
Does your congregation have an old AV cart you'd like to get rid of? Michiana Youth Ministries is seeking a rolling cart roughly 16" x 24" x 48" for use in our weekend retreat program. Please contact Rev. Terry McBride at 574-274-5990 or terry@michianayouth.org. Thanks!
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PWV STATED CLERK POSITION
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. As Wabash Valley Presbytery lives into its vision to awaken, enliven and enhance our worshipping communities, we are looking for a Stated Clerk who will bring creativity, clarity and integrity to the communication and implementation of our polity. As we cultivate and strengthen healthy congregations focused on discipleship and mission, we seek a Stated Clerk whose passion for people as well as polity builds relationships of support, accountability and trust, in service to our witness to Jesus Christ.
We are seeking either a Teaching or Ruling Elder with demonstrated leadership experience and skills for this 20 hour/wk, exempt position, with Board of Pensions benefits. This is a designated contract for a 3 year time period with a minimum annual salary of 30K. Please see the attached position description for more specific information. Applications will be received through March 3, 2017. Applications consist of a letter detailing your interest in the position, a resume, and 3 references submitted to Chair of the Search Team: pam.camren@gmail.com.
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 Resources for the Confession of Belhar If you have been considering how you might use the Confession of Belhar, you might want to use the resources found on the PCUSA webpage. I used it as an Affirmation of Faith for the season of advent.
Rick Ryan, CRE, Elston Presbyterian Church
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Upcoming Meetings, Events, Workshops and Webinars
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Wednesday, January 25
10 am - Confirmation Retreat Planning Team - Conference Call
10 am (CT) / 11 am (ET) - Coffee Office Hours - Fluid Coffeebar . 159 W Lincolnway . Valparaiso ( map)
Thursday, January 26 11 am - Hammer Support Group - Presbytery Office . 707 Main St . Rochester ( map) Tuesday, January 3110 am - CRE Revitalization Group - Presbytery Office . 707 Main St . Rochester ( map) Thursday, February 210 am - Commission on Ministry - Bethlehem PC . 5588 N SR 25 . Logansport ( map) 10 am - Commission on Preparation for Ministry - Bethlehem PC . 5588 N SR 25 . Logansport ( map) Friday, February 3 10 am ~ Coffee Office Hours ~ Red Cup Cafe Bar 115 Broadway Chesterton ( map)
Friday, February 3 - Sunday, February 56 pm - PWV Confirmation Retreat Begins @ Geneva Center . 5282 N Old US Hwy 31 . Rochester ( map) 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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Coffee office hours: 
- Wednesday, January 25: Fluid Coffee Bar 159 Lincolnway, Valparaiso 10-2 (central) (map)
- Friday, February 3 ~ Red Cup Coffee 115 Broadway Chesterton (map)
- Wednesday, February 8 ~ Sacred Grounds 724 Wabash Ave Lafayette (map)
- Tuesday, February 14 ~ Chicory Cafe 105 Jefferson Blvd Suite 103 South Bend (map)
- Thursday, February 23 ~ Aroma Coffee Shop 61 N Broadway Peru (map)
All coffee hours are 10 am-2 pm in the time zone in which the coffee house/restaurant is located.
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Serving Christ, Enhancing Congregations, Connecting Communities
Don't miss these opportunities!
February and March offer us great chances for congregations to learn more about growing and thriving in the 21st century:
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Healthy Pastor-Congregation Relations Workshop
Presbytery Assembly Meeting and Free Workshop!
Who: You!! Commissioners , congregation members, Session members, Personnel Committees, pastors, commissioned ruling elders, members of Commissions on Ministry and all those who loves their congregations and want to participate in helping them thrive.
What: free workshop on Healthy Pastor-Congregation Relations
Dr. Richard Blackburn is the presenter, and you can learn much more about the workshop and
Dr. Blackburn here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event;jsessionid=7A576D49F07AF47FAA349A2D0662149C.worker_registrant?llr=o5h5t5cab&oeidk=a07ecvmlnz6515f6ed1
When: Saturday, February 25, 2017
8:30 am- 4:00 pm (central time) registration begins at 8:00 am
9:30 am -5:00 pm (eastern time) registration begins at 9:00 am
Where: LIVE at First Presbyterian Church of Valparaiso
or at one of three video-conference sites:
- Bethany Presbyterian in Lafayette,
- First Presbyterian in Elkhart, or
- First Presbyterian in Peru.
And: Attend the site closest to you and:
We will have a very brief presbytery assembly meeting at 8:30/9:30 and begin the workshop with only a very brief interlude.
Lunch ($10.00) will be provided, with a reservation, at each site, along with hosts and facilitators who will make this day a pleasure. To receive full benefit of the workshop registering by February 15 will include materials and lunch.
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Thursday, February 9 ~ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Central Time)
This free interactive live online workshop shares learnings from the Center for Congregations' recent investigation of successful young adult ministries in Indiana congregations across the geographical and theological spectrum. In this event, you will explore the common characteristics of those congregations as well as themes that emerged from these different ministries. Registration is required.
Community and Digital Ministry in the 21st Century
Thursday, March 23 ~ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Central Time)
Join Pastor and author Keith Anderson facilitates this workshop to lead you through a look at our changing religious and cultural landscape, particularly in regards to rising religious un-affiliation among young adults and advances in digital social media.
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The Art of the Flourishing Congregation
The Art of the Flourishing Congregation is another great opportunity. Council encourages congregations to put together working teams to engage for the day.
The workshop is sponsored by the Center for Congregations on Thursday, March 16, 2017 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Eastern Time) at Morris Inn on the Notre Dame campus in South Bend. Each team of three or more attending the day-long workshop is encouraged to identify a challenge or opportunity in their congregation, then address that opportunity together during breakout times with tools and coaching. Center for Congregations says attendees at this interactive workshop will:
- learn the benefits of positive change;
- explore how to hold and manage the three life-giving capacities that contribute to positive change;
- learn the five practices that promote positive change; discover how to assess the presence of the five practices currently in your congregation;
- experience the resources/processes that facilitate positive change;
- create a concrete and practical plan for affecting change and addressing challenges using positive change resources and practices.
Cost of this gathering is $50 for a congregational team of three or more registering together.
What great resources! We hope to see many of you in attendance.
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 No More "Church as Usual" - Inviting God to Do a New Thing (or Two)
A 90-minute presentation by Nate Phillips
February 14, 2016 - 2 p.m. ET (1 p.m. CT)
The mainline church has a morale problem. Nate Phillips, author of " Do Something Else," will guide a discussion on where churches can look for encouragement. This webinar will encourage faith communities and their leaders to reconsider "church as usual," reengage Spirit-led entrepreneurialism and reimagine new models of ministry bubbling up in your midst. Many churches and leaders are already setting the pace. They are establishing new gatherings in old buildings and using new buildings to do old things. They are emphasizing diversity, welcome, and friendship. If these stories are hidden from view, they shouldn't be. Through this webinar, we will - Uncover how these new expressions got started,
- How they are led,
- How they struggle, and
- How they are sustained.
Who should attend?
This webinar will encourage candidates for ministry who see limited options, ministers who wonder about staying in ministry, call-seekers trying to find hope in a desolate career landscape and churches attempting to manage staffs with limited resources. It will also offer permission to small churches resigned to be "without a pastor," larger churches looking to do a new thing in an unorthodox way and middle governing bodies who need promising examples of working models in order to take the risk on new opportunities.
Webinar (with on-demand replay) - $29.95 (1-6 participants) Click Here to Learn More
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Contact Information for Wabash Valley Officers, Staff and Consultant
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