Serving Christ, Enhancing Congregations, Connecting Communities
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Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
All around us are signs of the renewal of life; this is the gift of springtime. And we are yet in the season of Easter, the 6 week season in which we celebrate that our God is on the side of life, bringing life even from death. And at our last council meeting we noted many signs of renewed life in the Presbytery of Wabash Valley! Thanks be to God!
Our Stated Assembly Meeting on Tuesday, May 23, at Geneva Center will be a wonderful manifestation of the life erupting in our presbytery. We will focus on renewal as we...
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The Rev. Jan Edmiston_ Co-Moderator of GA
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- Welcome the Rev. Dr. Jan Edmiston, Co-Moderator of our national church, who will bring reflections on recent visits to Syria and Rwanda and signs of renewal in the PC(USA)- don't miss this dynamic speaker!
- Elect a new stated clerk for our Presbytery with joy and thanksgiving!
- Receive a budget that includes a tithe to support the mission work of congregations and that joyfully anticipates the full participation of all the congregations of this presbytery in shared support of the mission of the presbytery through per capita and mission pledges.
- Hear of the new Ministry Formation Program launching this fall.
- Receive a farewell sermon from me.
- Vote on the revised directory for worship sent to us by the General Assembly.
- Install a new moderator, TE Kevin Bowers
- Renew our baptismal vows and more...
In the Presbytery of Wabash Valley we are- Serving Christ, Enhancing Congregations, Connecting Communities. And you are a vital part of that work. Don't miss this exciting Assembly! Bring a carload or two from your church. Come experience the new life springing up in the PWV.
In Christ,
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Thank you for your ministry and your service...
- May 13, 2006 - CRE Roger Hartzler, Kouts First Presbyterian Church
- May 17, 1962 - The Rev. Leroy Fassett, Honorably Retired
- May 17, 1981 - The Rev. Dr. Maria Rutland, Hudson Salem Center Presbyterian Church
If we have inadvertently omitted your ordination please accept my apology. Help to update our records by sending your current information to vicki@ourpresbytery.org
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PRAYERS OF THE PRESBYTERY
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Dear Lord of all Creation, as the weather warms up and new life blossoms all around us, remind us that we are Easter People for whom every day's Resurrection Day. We pray that You will enable us to live our faith and to share our faith, with friends and strangers alike. In the Name of our Risen Savior. Amen.
May prayers submitted by the Reverend's John & Sally Gilbert, Honorably Retired
Please pray for...
- Rev. Paul Anderson of Dyer & Merrillville Presbyterian Churches, as he mourns the loss of his mother, Bernice.
- RE Arlene Quinn, Lebanon First Presbyterian Church & Committee on Representation member, as she seeks advice from doctors and recovers from a broken shoulder
- The daughter of Rev. Nancy Becker, Laura Becker-Smith who is slowly recovering from an extreme break of her ankle
- Frankfort Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church as they continue to serve Christ Jesus
AMEN
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Listen in and watch as the congregation of Rossville Presbyterian Church gathered as they sang Down to the River to Pray. "We haven't done this in several years and it is always a moving experience."
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Events, Opportunities, Webinars & Workshops
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Engaging to Lead Your Congregation to New Heights
NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Who: Anyone who loves their congregation
What: A FREE two-hour workshop offering practical activities for
use with your congregation.
When: Saturday, May 20, 2017
8:30-10:30 am (central) / 9:30-11:30 am (eastern)
Where: Bethany PC - 3305 Longlois Dr., Lafayette (map) First PC - 7898 Taft St., Merrillville (map)
Sunnyside PC - 115 S Frances St., South Bend (map)
A workshop designed to reach ministry teams and individuals - pastor, elders, deacons, committee members and church staff - who are interested in leadership for their congregations.
Training that explores visioning and leadership for local churches
Training to discover how ideas and vision transform to engagement
Learn how leadership can nurture ideas and excite your congregation for new, innovative ministries in the ever evolving environment.
The day looks like this:
- Coffee & Conversation
- Theocademy-A great resource to help your congregation achieve new heights
- New Approaches to Training Elders
- A workshop around what's new about leadership in the evolving church
- Next steps in partnership building
Your Leadership Development Team,
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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.
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THE MINISTRY FORMATION PROGRAM:
A GROWTH OPPORTUNITY FOR
CHURCH MEMBERS
INQUIRY DAY
JUNE 17, 2017
10:00 - NOON
AT
ROCHESTER COMMUNITY CHURCH
503 Jefferson St. Rochester, IN
(map)
There is wonderful news to share!
A new program for ministry formation in the Presbytery of Wabash Valley is beginning! This program offers opportunities for church members who are discerning a call to increase their participation in ministry, to strengthen their leadership in their churches, and to serve Christ's church in new ways.
Come to find out how you can be part of this exciting new program!
To register for Inquiry Day:
Email your
Name, home church, phone number, and email
To:
Rev. Chuck Compton
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You want to miss
Thursday, May 11, 2017
7:00 pm (ET)
Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church
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Engaging Young Adults
The learning community and grant phase of the Engaging Young Adults (EYA) initiative opens in May for Indiana congregations beyond the Indianapolis metro area. Information sessions about this opportunity are being held May 9 in Columbus and May 17 in Evansville. An informational on-demand video, together with the program application, are available on the website at https://centerforcongregations.org/page/engaging-young-adults-initiative.
Planning a New Ministry? Start by Listening
Despite best intentions, new ministries sometimes fail. Founding leaders move away; volunteers burnout; or the people you want to serve never show up. And you're left asking, "What went wrong?" Starting and sustaining a new program is more complex than it seems. An often overlooked first step is to listen... Click here to read the whole article...
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Another training weekend for those interested in starting a 3B Program in their church will take place at Faith Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, June 9, 10 and 11. The 3 B Program celebrates the whole person God has created - focusing on the body, brain and belief, especially of seniors within our congregations and is a great evangelism tool for congregations to invite the community into the church family. Initially created five years ago (by Rev. Sue Babovec (TE) and Angie Briner with the endorsement of Smock Senior Ministries) over 100 Presbyterians have been trained across Indiana and the program is being celebrated in at least 25 churches. There is NO CHARGE for this training (it is underwritten by Smock Ministries) and begins at 1PM on Friday, dismissing at 2PM on Sunday. Overnight accommodations (at the Holiday Inn Express) and all meals are covered - as well as all needed materials to immediately begin this class in local congregations (2 to 3 days a week, an hour each time) with 12 to 18 weeks of lesson plans included. For more information - or to register - please call Sue at 515-490-3982. Reservations are due by May 15th.
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RESOURCES & OTHER THINGS TO KNOW
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Retirement Savings Plan
Save More in 2017: The RSP Can Help
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ORDER TODAY
2017-2018 Presbyterian
Planning Calendar
This 19-month, official PC(USA) calendar (June 2017 - December 2018) is an
outstanding resource for pastors, church leaders and everyone interested in the life and mission of the church. Order calendars from the Presbytery Office by contacting Vicki at vicki@ourpresbytery.org or 574-223-5678. 100 calendars have been ordered at a cost savings to you of $9.00 each (shipping to you or your church is an extra fee). |
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ITEMS THAT NEED A HOME
The following items will be available at the May 23 Assembly at Geneva Center on a first come first serve basis. All items must be removed from Geneva Center on May 23rd so bring your truck.- Risograph - a Hi Speed Duplicator with some toner & supplies
- 6 lateral 4 drawer filing cabinets
- 1 - 4 drawer filing cabinet
- 4 Bookshelves - 5 shelves each
- Communion Trays with storage covers
- 3' Gold colored Cross
- 15" Viewsonic flat screen monitor
- 2 - Sliding desk mount keyboard and mouse trays
- Electric typewriter
- Framed print of the Lord's Supper approximately 3' x 5'
- Hanging file folders
- Numerous 3 ring binders
Please contact vicki@ourpresbytery.org or call 574-223-5678 if you have interest or questions.
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Friday, May 12
10 am - Up We Go - Technology Trial - (Go-to-Meeting)
Tuesday, May 16
1:30 pm - PWV Mission Team - PWV Office 707 Main St., Rochester (map)
Wednesday, May 17
3 pm - CRE Revitalization Team - (Go-to-meeting)
Saturday, May 20
9:30 - 11:30 (ET) / 8:30 - 10:30 (CT) - "Up We Go" Engaging to Lead Your Congregation to New Heights : Bethany PC Lafayette (map) & First PC Merrillville (map) & Sunnyside PC South Bend (map)
Tuesday, May 23
10 am - Presbytery Assembly - 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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Commissioned to Validated Ministry Available to Serve Communion
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Contact Information for Wabash Valley Officers, Staff and Consultant
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