Serving Christ, Enhancing Congregations, Connecting Communities
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One last reminder to register for the May 23rd Assembly.
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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- 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,
Moderator Sarah Sanderson-Doughty
If you didn't register by May 9 then please plan to bring your lunch but we encourage you to still attend to "Celebrate Renewal in the Presbytery of Wabash Valley" first hand.
Register Now
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Thank you for your ministry and your service...
- May 21, 1972 - The Rev. Carol McDonald, Honorably Reitred
- May 22, 2012 - CRE Jeff Brown, Faith Presbyterian Church Kokomo
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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CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulate, the Reverend Dr. Jamie Miller, who received his Doctor of Ministry degree from McCormick Theological Seminary on Saturday, May 13!
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PRAYERS OF THE PRESBYTERY
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Gracious God, today we pray for the entire Presbytery. Help us, each and all, to be builders of bridges and instruments of your peace. May our faith shine for all to see, as we are led by our Victorious, Living Savior to make wise decisions. We rejoice in being Christ's disciples, striving to become all we're meant to be. In Christ's Glorious Name we pray. Amen.
May prayers submitted by the Reverend's John & Sally Gilbert, Honorably Retired
Please pray for...
- RE Arlene Quinn, Lebanon First Presbyterian Church & Committee on Representation member, as she recovers from shoulder replacement surgery.
- Milligan Memorial Presbyterian Church of Crawfordsville as they seek the means to repair a major leak in the church.
- The daughter of Rev. Nancy Becker, Laura Becker-Smith who is slowly recovering from an extreme break of her ankle
- Fowler Presbyterian Church as they continue to faithfully serve Christ Jesus even in the midst of transition.
AMEN
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CONGREGATION NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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Save This Church
Leaky tower threatens
Milligan Memorial Presbyterian Church of Crawfordsville
Journal Review by Nick Hedrick |
| | Milligan Memorial Presbyterian Church Crawfordsville |
It likely would have been the last time the congregation gathered in the beloved church on the hill.
When worship was over the Sunday before last, leaders of Milligan Memorial Presbyterian Church broke the news to the mostly elderly members.
After nearly 121 years, the church was probably going to close. A leak in the bell tower was to blame. A week earlier, the deluge from recent heavy rains caused the ceiling under the tower to collapse.
Elder Ron Addler arrived that Sunday morning to find several members - including a woman on oxygen - scrambling to clean up the mess. With water still pouring in to the building, the church called several contractors to get a price. When it was clear it would be far too expensive to plug the leak professionally, Addler and pastor Jene McVay explained the gravity of the situation. "It was very emotional, because you could actually see it on their faces and, of course, I felt it also," said Addler, the church's organist.
That's when McVay's adult children chimed in.Though members of other churches, they came to the meeting as moral support for their father. They offered to round up friends and others from their own church families to start the project.
"It was something I hadn't even thought of, honestly," McVay said. "I just didn't think there was anybody wanting to do that."
But it will take the rest of the community to finish the job.
The church needs volunteers and donations to fix the roof and make other repairs, in hopes of saving the east-end landmark.
GET INVOLVED
It's expected to cost $15,000 to repair the building.
Checks can be mailed to Milligan Memorial Presbyterian Church, 802 Mill Street, Crawfordsville, IN 47933. Put "Bell Tower Fund" in the memo line. Meantime, Rock Point Church - where McVay's daughter attends - is sending an engineer and retired contractor for advice. And a former member has come
The church hopes to begin the project in the next month.
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Events, Opportunities, Webinars & Workshops
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THIS SATURDAY, MAY 20TH
DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO
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.
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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Reaching Out to the Latino Community
Outreach to the Latino community has been on the minds of many Indiana congregations. In some parts of the state, the Latino community wasn't very visible until recent population growth. But elsewhere, Latinos have been Hoosiers for generations. Workshop leader and pastor Felipe Martinez will help you as a congregational leader consider your options for starting, expanding or refocusing ministry efforts with the Latino community. The workshop, which is June 1 in Hobart, will be presented in English and Spanish.
Exceptional Program Planning
How can your congregation move with greater confidence from creative ideas to initiating great programs? This learning experience, led by Center President Tim Shapiro, will help you improve program planning so that your board, staff, team or committee can successfully address your congregation's challenges and opportunities. This live online workshop is June 7 and June 13.
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A week of learning, laughter and worship presented by members and churches of the PCUSA Synod of the Covenant and Synod of Lincoln Trails
Together with Courage and Strength
July 16, 4 pm-July 21, 11 am
Geneva Retreat and Conference Center
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RESOURCES & OTHER THINGS TO KNOW
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Church financial leadership grants
Grants are available through the Presbyterian Foundation to assist pastors to attend continuing education opportunities to help them in leading their congregations toward financial and missional vitality.
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2017-2018 Presbyterian
Planning Calendar Have Arrived at the Presbytery Office
Order calendars from the Presbytery Office at $9.00 each (shipping to you or your church is an extra fee) by contacting Vicki at vicki@ourpresbytery.org or 574-223-5678. Your orders will be available for pick-up at Geneva Center on May 23rd at the Presbytery Assembly meeting. Haven't placed your order yet? We have few extras. |
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ITEMS THAT NEED A HOME CAN BEEN SEEN AT GENEVA CENTER ON MAY 23RD ASSEMBLY
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 (will need a truck to transport)
- 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
- Electric typewriter
- Framed print of the Lord's Supper approximately 3' x 5'
- Hanging file folders
- Pocket 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 19
10 am - Up We Go - Technology Trial - (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)
Monday, May 29
PRESBYTERY OFFICE CLOSED TO OBSERVE MEMORIAL DAY
Thursday, June 1
10 am - Commission on Preparation for Ministry - Bethlehem PC 5588 N SR 25 Logansport (map)
10 am - Commission on Ministry - Bethlehem PC 5588 N SR 25 Logansport (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
Stated Clerk ~ RE Linda Long ~ 219-926-7098
Presbytery Moderator ~ TE Sarah Sanderson Doughty
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