"Decisions of the General Assembly are being praised by some and criticized by others, particularly regarding two issues: 

(a) gay marriage and (b) divestment of church funds. 

"Whatever our personal views may be, we have important pastoral responsibilities of listening to and caring for people impacted by these monumental decisions." --Read more from Bob Reynolds

Also online: Assembly In Brief (8 page booklet)

12 year veteran of the Presbytery's Peacemaking Mission Team and First United of Oak Park member, Bud Hayes was profiled for his social justice work, including overturing this year's General Assembly on unmanned drones. --Read more on oakpark.com

National Multicultural Church Conference.

Fort-Worth, TX.

July 31st - August 3rd.

Theme "Journeying and Awakening into God's Diverse World."

An opportunity for inspiration and education of church leaders, telecast live to partner locations August 14-15. More info. 

Join us for brunch! We will tell stories, share justice advocacy ideas, network, and pray together. More info.

Saturday, August 16, 2014, 10am-2pm 

Elmhurst Yorkfield Presbyterian Church

Come join other Chicagoland youth workers to share games, look at calendars, talk about retreats/ mission trips, and meet other youth workers! More info.

Saturday August 23, 11am-2pm

A mission of Elmhurst Presbyterian Church

September 12, 6pm - 11pm

Elmhurst Wilder Mansion.

Photo by digitalgamemuseum.org

This workshop is designed to help your congregation create a safe place for children, youth, and those at risk.

Wheaton First Presbyterian Church

September 20,  9am - noon

Fee: FREE! A gift from the Wheaton First Presbyterian Church

Participants will share stories; worship together; and learn what is happening with US/Cuba relations and what we can do. 

October 1-4, 2014 

This year in Chicago! At the Cenacle Retreat Center. 

Presbyterian Pastoral Care Network. Theme: "Rediscovering the Beloved Community - Overcoming Isolation."

Share with your colleagues from across the nation in exploring new resources for strengthening the health of clergy.

October 27 - 30

Fort Worth, TX

Honoring copyrights on music, movies, and images is a great way to celebrate the gifts of the artists who made them...plus, it's the law. 

How well your church is doing? Answer these quick questions from Christian Copyright Solutions.

Don't miss: Senior High Fall Retreat - November 7-9, 2014 at Covenant Harbor, Lake Geneva. Download the calendar. 

Browse 20 inspiring videos to hear firsthand stories of the impact of congregational giving. Feel free to show these to church members during worship or as discussion starters.

Young Adult Volunteers: A Year of Service for a Lifetime of Change

Two newly approved policies are available for download: Medical-Pensions Dues and Commission on Preparation for Ministry (CPM) Manual

The 2014 directory lists Congregations, Teaching Elders, Certified Christian Educators, Elected Ruling Elders and Congregation Members, work groups, committees, and more.

Use your Assembly password to download the directory.

By Juan Pablo Bravo for The Noun Project

Job Openings

• Naperville River Glen is seeking a Youth and Family Ministries Director
• Northbrook The Village Presbyterian is searching for a Children's Minister
• Wilmette First seeks a Director of Student Ministries

More opportunities on chicagopresbytery.org

Search for a call on PCUSA Church Leadership Connection

2014 Moderator's Theme: 

"Proclamation of the Gospel for the Salvation of Humankind"

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