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In Our Prayers
TE Scott Harbison, St. Luke's Presbyterian, Houston - Scott's father, Billy Harbison died Oct. 22 in Greenviile, MS.
TE Mike Cole, General Presbyter of the presbytery - recovering from a fall from a tall ladder last weekend. Mike has no broken bones or serious injuries.
This week, please pray for the congregations listed here.
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Presbytery Center
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Shall I give you yet another reason why you should pray? I have preached my very heart out. I could not say any more than I have said. Will not your prayers accomplish that which my preaching fails to do? Is it not likely that the Church has been putting forth its preaching hand but not its praying hand? Oh dear friends! Let us agonize in prayer.
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Presbytery meeting news
If you are planning to attend the Nov. 9 presbytery meeting at Atascocita Presbyterian, don't forget to register online! Also, the Addendum for the meeting will be posted Friday on the presbytery website.
The Packet
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 Spotlight on the PC(USA)
With almost 200 mission workers in approximately 50 countries, the PC(USA) has been sending co-workers around the world continuously since 1837. More than 94 million Christians around the world now belong to churches that were founded or co-founded by Presbyterian Mission Workers. Video: how the long history of Presbyterian mission has led to partnerships with churches around the world
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Fall celebrations at Pinecrest
The Gentlemen of Pinecrest Presbyterian, Houston, would like to invite you to their annual Fall Breakfast, Sun., Nov. 10, at 9:00 a.m. Ronald Rodriguez, principal of Phillis Wheatley High School will be the guest speaker.
The Women of Pinecrest also invite you to join them at their Harvest Tea Sat., Nov. 16, at noon, with the Trinity Church of Christ Praise Team, the Project Move Praise Dancers, the Ebony Brass Quintet, and much more! $15 donation.
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 Free immunization clinic at St. Thomas
Working with the Caring for Children Care Van Program, St. Thomas Presbyterian, Houston, will hold an Immunization Clinic Tues., Nov. 19, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. at the church. The free immunizations are for newborns through 18 year-olds. To receive immunizations, a parent or guardian must be present. Bring the child's immunization record; no appointment necessary. Must be "Texas Vaccine for Children" eligible (have Medicaid, CHIP, no insurance, or with insurance that does not cover vaccines). For additional information, contact Larry Maple at 832-498-5560 or http://www.carevan.org .
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Music at St. Philip Concert Series
The St. Philip concert series will present "Music for a Princess" Sat., Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Cornell University organist Annette Richards joins Matthew Dirst and the Ars Lyrica ensemble for a program of music from the storied music library of Princess Anna Amalia of Prussia, including C. P. E. Bach's Concerto in G Major for organ and strings.
The program is family-friendly: children dressed in royal costumes (little princes and princesses) will be admitted free with the purchase of an adult ticket (one child per adult). Tickets ($10 cash) are available at the door only.
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Job opening in Israel
The presbytery is seeking a volunteer to be "on the ground" in Israel with an organization that is dedicated to improving the relationships between Israelis and Palestinians. The Hand In Hand Center was chosen because it focuses on building relationships between Israeli and Palestinian youth by engaging them in a fully integrated educational setting. This position is to be for twelve months in Israel (June-May). There will be a full stipend for this position.
Complete job description Hand in Hand application
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Job opening in Waxahachie
Central Presbyterian in Waxahachie, TX, is looking for a spirit-filled individual who will be responsible for planning, developing, and leading the ministry of education for the entire church. A large part of this job will be leading youth (grades 6-12) and coordinating the children's ministry. The person filling this position must be open to opportunities provided by Grace Presbytery and willing to be active in the larger church, as well as have a passion for building upon the strong relationship the church has developed with the Presbyterian Children Homes and Services. Send resume
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Federal tax-exempt status issue
If your church receives a letter from the IRS or a state taxing authority referencing possible revocation of exempt status, please do not ignore the letter concerning failure to file an annual information report (IRS Form 990). While it may be that no such submission was due, an incorrect coding by a taxing authority could lead to the revocation of tax-exempt status and the necessity to reapply in order to reinstate this necessary status for the furtherance of ministry.
If you receive a letter from the IRS, please retain the letter and contact April Davenport, Associate General Counsel, Presbyterian Mission Agency
(502-569-5350) or Rebecca Rayner, Senior Paralegal (502-569-8021).
The Legal Office of the Presbyterian Mission Agency may be able to provide a referral to an attorney in your jurisdiction if such a referral is needed.
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