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Vision and Praxis Bible Study
 We are exploring ways to re-grow our relationships with each other and with those we serve. |
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Presbyterian Camps
 Come out for our Spring Fling Weekend April 5-7, and for our Memorial Day Work Weekend May 24-27, both at discounted prices!
Check our website, www.prescamps.org for more information, registration, and scholarships! |
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 Anti-Gun Violence Events
In the United States more than 30,000 people are killed every year by gun violence, and the disaster caused by gun violence is seen in almost every community. Your congregation can do something. - Legislative Information Meetings - April 3, Barrington
- Common Sense Gun Law Lobbying Day - April 11, Springfield (bus available)
- Forum on Anti-Gun Violence and "Trigger" documentary - April 13, Chicago
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Christian Hospitality Workshop
"Church members often have the aspiration to receive strangers but not the skills..."
Author Henry Brinton will discuss welcoming others through spiritual formation, reconciliation, and outreach. View flyer
Saturday, April 13, 2013 8:30am - 2pm |
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Mission Witness
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 Fabulous Tenors concert The music ministry of The Fabulous Tenors Sunday, April 21 at 3:30pm View flyer |
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Spirit of Life Concert
90 ecumenical singers lift their voices to form the Spirit of Life chorus. Their spring selections celebrate what a Great God we have, and what he did for our salvation. View flyer.
Sunday, April 21 4:30pm |
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Youth Mission and Retreat - AWOL
 A Work Of Love: A 24-hour retreat and hands on mission project with a local church and/or agency. For: all 6th-8th graders Location: Fourth Presbyterian Church in downtown Chicago More info and registrationApril 26 - 27 |
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Retreat: toward an undivided life
Slow down, reflect, reconnect who you are with God's power working in you and through you
Living From Within are seasonal retreats in the Parker Palmer Approach. View flyer.
Friday - Sunday, April 26-28
St. Mary of the Lake, Mundelein
Organized by Winnetka Presbyterian Church |
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PCUSA iPhone/iPad book
 "Gracie and the Big Storm"
This children's story relays how Gracie, the One Great Hour of Sharing fish, and her undersea friends come together to pray and seek answers about God's plan after a disaster affects their homes. As iPad app and book. |
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Pulpit Swap to Scotland
John Murning is a minister at Denny Old Parish Church, a Church of Scotland Congregation near Stirling in the heart of Scotland is looking to exchange his pulpit for 4-6 weeks in 2014 with someone in our Presbytery to learn a bit about the church in America. Read more.
Contact John at: Bridgebuilder@supanet.com
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Continuing Education Scholarships - for you!
 The Empower Ministry team is waiting to hear from you about your continuing education needs. Up to $600 in continuing education funds is available for pastors and other church leaders. More info and application. |
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Zondervan Tax Guides
Taxes for church or clergy can be tricky. Borrow these slim guides from the presbytery's shared resource center - a lending library.
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Job openings
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Our Churches in the News
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Chicago Second Presbyterian: Second joins the elite list of National Historic Landmarks, recognized as "nationally significant in American history and culture". Read more on driehausmuseum.org.
Presbyterian Church of Western Springs: Rev. Ashley-Anne Masters will be responsible for pastoral care, leading worship, and providing pastoral leadership. Read more on suntimes.comHow did these churches get news coverage? Press releases! Here's a template for crafting them to catch the attention of busy journalists. |
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Mission Day Pictures
At LaGrange First's Mission Day children practiced their faith with mission projects, art, and kind words. View more photos.  |
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