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In Our Prayers
The many people who have been affected by the recent tragedies in Boston and in West, Texas, and those who have responded with courage, support, and compassion. PDA has sent response teams to both areas.
TE Jolene Currie (Chaplain) and family - Jolene's father died Apr. 15.
TE Carol Tompkins, HR - recovering from recent surgery.
Family and friends of the Rev. Harry B. Wood, Jr. - Harry died Apr. 16 in Greenville, PA, at age 88. Harry served as Pastor of Windwood Presbyterian, Cypress, for many years.
Sharyl Davis and family - Sharyl's husband, Wes Sorg, died Apr. 16. Sharyl is the Director of Missions at Northwoods PC, Houston.
Family and friends of RE Nancye Bright - Nancye died April 18. She was a member of West Isle Presbyterian, Galveston.
TE David Green (First Presbyterian, Conroe) and family - David's father-in-law, Robert J. Lankford, died Apr. 19 in Dallas.
This week, please pray for the congregations listed here.
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The scriptures show us that God's people go through periods of spiritual renewal and periods of spiritual decline. We might think of these times like waves and troughs, or like mountains and valleys. During a renewal, or awakening, there will be not only a great reviving of Christians, but also a large impact on the problems of society.
-"Spiritual Awakenings in North America," Christian History, no. 23
The theme of our 2013 presbytery meetings is
"Revival." In keeping with that theme,
Tuesday Connect is running "Revival Thoughts"
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Presbyterian Disaster Response
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has set up a special fund to assist the community of West, Texas. Contributions may be made to PDA Account # DR000015 - West, TX. Although we do not have a Presbyterian Church in West, Grace Presbytery does have 2 churches in Waco, and they are assisting in recovery efforts.
PDA recognizes that as the Church, our first and best response to tragedies is prayer. Worship Resources |
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Need a hotel for next presbytery meeting?
The next presbytery meeting is Sat., June 8, at First Presbyterian in Galveston. If you would like a hotel room for Friday night or the weekend, please contact Carrie Walker by Mon., May 6, so we can try to make hotel arrangements for you. |
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Church Treasurers Workshop
If you plan to attend the next workshop for church treasurers - Sat., May 4, (9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) at First Presbyterian, Wharton - contact Lynn Hargrove. Bookkeepers and business administrators, as well as church treasurers, will find this event most informative. |
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 Come experience this wonderful piece of music!
The choir of St. Thomas Presbyterian with chamber orchestra is presenting a free performance of Faure's Requiem Sun., Apr. 28, at 11:00 a.m. "It has been said that my Requiem does not express the fear of death and someone has called it a lullaby of death. But it is thus that I see death: as a happy deliverance, an aspiration towards happiness above, rather than as a painful experience." - Gabriel Faur�, 1902. |
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Catch the video!
Atascocita Presbyterian, Houston, burned to the ground April 8, 2010, but that is not the end of the story. This small church rebuilt itself and dedicated its new sanctuary building Apr. 14, 2013. Now you can view their 3-year journey on YouTube! |
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Barbara Tucker to headline gospel concert!
Northwoods Presbyterian, Houston, presents Barbara Tucker in Concert with the Sanctuary Choir under the direction of guest conductor, Keith Eason, Sun., Apr. 28, at 4:00 p.m. Ms. Tucker has long been a maven of the Houston Gospel music scene. Keith Eason is director of Music Ministries at The Fort Bend Church, the second largest black church in Houston. The program will be accompanied by some of Houston's best Gospel instrumentalists. The concert is free and open to the public. |
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National Day of Prayer
Grace Presbyterian, Houston, invites you to join them for lunch Thurs., May 2, 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on National Day of Prayer to pray for our city, state, and nation. David Weekley will be the keynote speaker. Please RSVP. |
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Job opening: Music Director
First Presbyterian, Alvin, is seeking a music director. If interested in more details, contact the church office (281-585-4506). The church is located at 302 South Johnson St. in Alvin. |
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 Job Opening: Ministry Relations Officer
The Presbyterian Foundation is seeking a full-time, salaried Ministry Relations Officer for its Texas territory. Applicants may come from varied backgrounds, including clergy and those with experience in funds development, sales, financial services, education, and marketing. Nominations, referrals, and expressions of interest should be directed to Angie Bailey (1-800-858-6127, ext. 5952). Complete job description |
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 Time for Big Tent!
Discover a Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) that is more exciting, more faithful, and more diverse than you have ever imagined. Big Tent will inspire you and make you proud to be a Presbyterian. The event will be celebratory, diverse, and participatory, with intergenerational activities. It combines 10 national Presbyterian conferences, gathering thousands of Presbyterian pastors, elders, and other church leaders under one roof Aug. 1-3 in Louisville. Choose one of the ten conferences to attend - or sample several - each with numerous offerings. You can also register children/youth for one of the children and youth programs!
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