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In Our Prayers
Chaplain Callie Candee and husband Brian - health concerns for Brian. Also prayers for Callie as she begins her service as Chaplain at St Luke's Hospital in Houston.
Grace Presbyterian, Houston - as the church enters a new era of ministry as part of the Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians (ECO).
The mission team from Woodlands Community and Pathways of Houston on their journey to Ayaviri, Peru. The team will conduct leadership training for Sunday school teachers and musicians throughout the area.
This week, please pray for the congregations listed here:
- Gulf Prairie Presbyterian, Jones Creek
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Quick Links
Postlude
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Publication
July 2014
GA In Brief
Summary Report on General Assembly
CONNECTIONS
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Be ruthless in one important area: Yourself. Be ruthless about your commitment to Christ. Be ruthless about your intellectual growth. Be ruthless about finishing well. One of the biggest areas we should be ruthless about is our time. How much time do you spend complaining about your problems to people who can't help you solve them? How much time do you talk when you should be doing? When it comes to others, be gracious. But when it comes to you and your time, be ruthless.
- Phil Cooke
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Sexual Misconduct Policies
A sexual misconduct policy for each church council became a Book of Order requirement in 2011. Would you mind sharing your policy with other congregations in the presbytery? We have a request asking for help in their drafting of a new policy and would like to have some resources to assist them. Please send yours to Lynn Hargrove. |
 Horizon Bible Study overview
Associate General Presbyter Mary Marcotte is presenting overviews ("whistle stops") of the 2014-2015 study book for Presbyterian Women, Reconciling Paul: a Contemporary Study of 2 Corinthians by Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty. The next review will be held Fri., Aug. 8, 9:30 a.m.-noon at St. Andrew's Presbyterian, Beaumont. Register with the church secretary or call 409-892-8611.
A complete listing of all "whistle stops" may be found on the presbytery website. If you wish to attend one of these "whistle stops," please register at least one week prior to the date.
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| Curriculum options
Is your Christian Education Team struggling to identify curriculum resources to use with children, youth and/or adults? Are you looking for mid-week options, cross-generational studies, or resources for small groups? Mary Marcotte will host a Curriculum Options Open House on Thurs., Aug. 7, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the Presbytery Resource Center. Drop in to look at samples, ask questions and perhaps connect with other church leaders. Reservations are not required, but if you are looking for something in particular, please email Mary Marcotte to aid in preparation.
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 Praise the Lord through singing and understanding hymns!
Jeff and Randy Adams will present a special program based on hymns Sun., Aug. 10, 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian, Angleton (130 S. Arcola, Angleton). Come learn the history of the composers and which scriptures inspire each hymn. Jeff will narrate the history of the hymn, accompanied by his brother Randy on acoustical guitar.
Scripture tells us to "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands: sing forth the honor of his name: make his praise glorious." The hymns of our forefathers are a great way to honor the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. All are invited to this free concert!
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About the immigrant children
"Thank you for your generosity and hospitality to the immigrants that have passed through El Paso to await their court dates and subsequent decisions on their future. Your financial donations, care packages, orders through Amazon, and other gifts have played an enormous role in the lives of these women and children. Even in times of unrest and discomfort with the PCUSA, it is encouraging and inspiring to see the Presbyterian network so alive.
We are no longer in need of donations, either financial or otherwise. Two airplanes scheduled for El Paso were cancelled at the end of last week, and there has been no word from ICE as to whether they intend to send any others. . . For now, we would not feel right receiving donations that would most likely remain unused. Please know how much of an impact your generosity has had on all of our lives here. We also still covet your prayers as we continue to wonder about the futures of those whom we all have served. . . Though it is quiet here in El Paso, the journey is nowhere near being over."
Rev. Jessica Vaughan Lower
Grace Presbyterian, El Paso
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 Read all about it!
Jacob and Aliamma, PC(USA) Mission Co-Workers write about what they found when they returned to South Sudan. Read their most recent letter.
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