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In Our Prayers
CRE Debbie Battise-Kleinman, Indian Presbyterian, Livingston, and family - Debbie's house was gutted by fire Sept. 14.
(CRE=Commissioned
Ruling Elder)
TE Leigh Wisner-Hargis and Mitch Hargis, First Presbyterian, Texas City - a son, Jonah Luke, was born Sept. 17.
Keatan King and the congregation of St. Philip Presbyterian, Houston - Keatan will be ordained and installed as a Teaching Elder at St. Philip Presbyterian, Houston, Sun., Sept. 29, at 4:00 p.m.
TE Don Landis, HR, and his wife Joyce Ann - Joyce Ann is in Austin Lake Hospital; she has been sick with early stage dementia/Alzheimer's. Rev. Landis is a member of this presbytery, now living in Round Rock.
Candidate Shelley and RE
Paul Homeyer (First Presbyterian, Houston) and family - Paul's father, Howard Charles Homeyer, died Sept. 17. Howard was a member of MDPC. His wife Dorothy is an elder and member of MDPC.
This week, please pray for the congregations listed here.
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The one concern of the devil is to keep Christians from praying. He fears nothing from prayerless studies, prayerless work, and prayerless religion. He laughs at our toil, mocks at our wisdom, but trembles when we pray.
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 Don't miss Celebrate Mission 2013!
Everyone is invited to attend presbytery's Celebrate Mission Sat., Oct. 5, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Grace Presbyterian, Houston. It's a networking opportunity to talk with others about ideas for short-term mission opportunities and see displays about mission projects in our presbytery.
There's still time to make a reservation for lunch ($6) - deadline Sat., Sept. 28. Make reservations online or contact Carrie Walker.
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Session Records Review and Treasurer's Workshop
It's not too late to register for this coming Saturday's events at First Presbyterian, Bryan. Contact Lynn Hargrove if you plan to attend the records review, which starts at 10:00 a.m., or Forbes Baker for the treasurer's workshop, which starts at 9:30 a.m.
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 An invitation for women of the cloth
As a retired PC(USA) pastor and a former moderator of this presbytery, TE Pat Clark invites all Presbyterian women teaching elders to her home (3114 Carnegie St. 77005 in West University) Tues., Oct. 8, for lunch and a time to get to know one another better. (Lunch at noon). You don't need to bring anything, but please RSVP by Sun., Oct. 6 to let Pat know if you are coming. |
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Blessing of the Animals
Prayers of blessings will be spoken and songs of praise will be lifted in the courtyard of St. John's Presbyterian, Houston, honoring our animal friends Sun., Oct. 6, at 4:00 p.m. A reception will follow with treats for everyone - animals and humans. Donations for the Fill the Ark project (for Heifer International) and AniMeals on Wheels will be accepted.
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 Concert for Peace
Music at St. Philip Concert Series presents the Concert for Peace Sat., Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m. It features poetry by Laurie Clements Lambeth and Hayan Charara and music by jazz pianist and composer Paul English with vocalist April Sloan-Hubert and soprano Julia Fox, PIVO (Paul's Improvising Vocal Orchestra), the St. Philip Choir, and much more! A portion of the offering received will support the humanitarian efforts of the Presbyterian Church (USA) for Syrian refugees.
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Church archives workshop
"Preserving Generations of Faith," a one-day workshop for those who work with historical records but are not trained archivists, will be presented Tues., Oct. 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at St. John the Divine Episcopal. The workshop will be an introduction to the basic elements of archives will assist attendees in gaining control over their church records. Conducted by professional archivists, the workshop will include lecture, discussion, hands-on activities, and the opportunity to ask questions of people who have experience with church records and archives. Cost $30 includes all materials and lunch. Flyer Registration
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Job opening: Director of Children's Ministries
Pines Presbyterian, Houston, is seeking a full-time Director of Children's Ministries to begin working in January. The successful candidate will discern God's will to develop, implement, manage, support and energize programs in the ministry for children and their families.
Complete job description
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Job opening: Ministries Coordinator
Spring Branch Presbyterian is seeking a Ministries Coordinator. The person in this position will coordinate and support the ministries of the church, weaving together education, fellowship, and mission. He/she should have education and/or experience in Christian ministry and/or Christian education. If interested, contact Lu Taylor.
Complete job description
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Job opening: piano player
First Presbyterian, Tomball, is seeking a piano player. Must be able to accompany the choir and play hymns for a traditional worship service. Wednesday night choir rehearsals and one service on Sunday morning. If interested, contact Chris Randolph at 281-376-1985.
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 Available: children's playset
Woodlands Community Presbyterian is offering a Rainbow Playset to a church who could use it. It is about 5 years old with a picnic table, rock wall, slide, tire swing, glider, swing, and monkey bars. The fort part is five feet off the ground. If interested and able to pick it up, contact Katrina Cassidy. |
Job opening: Preschool Director
First Presbyterian, Lufkin, is seeking a qualified preschool director to open and operate a brand new Christian preschool. A qualified candidate should have experience as an early childhood teacher, 3 years experience in administration, college degree with a minimum of 24 hours in early childhood education, knowledge of general learning theories, ability to evaluate developmental needs of children, experience in selecting both educational and Christian curriculum, demonstrated ability to develop and administer a budget, knowledge of government requirements, experience with NAEYC standards, and ability to plan a preschool program in conjunction with the board of directors. Competitive salary and benefits. If interested, contact TE Brian Wiggins.
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