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In Our Prayers
TE Brandon Gaide and the congregation of Memorial Drive Presbyterian, Houston - Brandon was ordained and installed Aug. 10 as Associate Pastor for Next Generation at MDPC.
TE Kristi Click and the congregation of Spring Branch Presbyterian, Houston, as they work together in ministry - Kristi was ordained Aug. 10 at North Park Presbyterian in Dallas and will be installed at Spring Branch Presbyterian Sept. 14.
Family and friends of RE Addison McElroy, Pines Presbyterian, Houston - Addison died July 20 in Houston, at the age of 90. Addison was very active in presbytery in the 70s and 80s. A memorial service was held Aug. 9 at Pines Presbyterian.
Austin Tice and his family as they await Austin's safe return; also pray for the others who are being unjustly held captive in Syria.
Kendall Boyd and family - Kendall is recovering from surgery yesterday to remove a tumor and rebuild his left leg. Kendall served as New Covenant's Director of Ike Recovery and is the brother of TE Kevin Boyd, St. Paul Presbyterian, Houston.
This week, please pray for the congregations listed here:
- First Presbyterian, Trinity
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Luther had said that grace alone can save; his followers took up his doctrine and repeated it word for word. But they left out its invariable corollary, the obligation to discipleship...The justification of the sinner in the world degenerated into the justification of sin and the world. Costly grace was turned into cheap grace without discipleship.
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
The Cost of Discipleship
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Lawsuit update
Our hopes that a settlement could be reached with First Presbyterian, Houston, have not been realized, so our attorneys are resuming preparation for the hearing on the temporary injunction on Sept. 16. Your General Council continues to monitor the progress of this legal action and prays for God's guidance and wisdom. Anyone interested in reviewing the legal brief for the hearing is welcome to do so at
https://sohj.egnyte.com/h-s/20140718/HQfFg3UuyG.
Since this document is a public document, it may be shared with anyone who is interested and wishes to see the foundations of our response to the lawsuit initiated by the session of FPCH.
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 Horizon Bible Study overviews
Please register if you are planning to attend the Fri., Aug. 22, overview at Northwoods Presbyterian or Sat., Aug. 23 overview at Crockett Presbyterian.
Northwoods Presbyterian, Houston - 9:30 a.m. to noon. Register with the church office / 281-444-8861 or contact Betty DeJarnett /281-251-0205.
First Presbyterian, Crockett - Registration 11:30 a.m. - Lunch (no charge) 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Overview 1:00-3:00 p.m. Register with Sue Hyde or call at 936-967-2531 or 605-880-1707.
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 Free immunization clinic St. Thomas Presbyterian, Houston, and Caring for Children Van Program will provide free immunizations for children ages 2 months to age 18 Tues., Aug. 19, 4:00-6:30 p.m. at St. Thomas Presbyterian (14100 Memorial Dr.) To receive immunizations, a parent or guardian must be present. Please bring the child's immunization record. Must be "Texas Vaccine for Children" eligible (have Medicaid, no insurance, or with insurance that does not cover vaccines - CHIP is no longer eligible). For additional information, contact http://www.carevan.org/. |
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Community Day at Westminster Presbyterian
Westminster Presbyterian, Houston, is having Community Day Sat., Aug. 16, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. with the purpose of learning about the needs of the community for future service. Commit for Life will be onsite for a blood drive. There will be information available from various organizations including the National Kidney Foundation, Houston Presbyterian Pilgrimage, and WellCare Medicare. There will also be music, food, games, karate demonstrations, and lots more! The church is located at 6298 Highway 6 South, Houston, 77083. Everyone is invited to join in this free family event designed to engage and serve our community.
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Texas Historical Commission recognizes New Covenant church
The Texas Historical Commission has recognized The First Presbyterian Church of Brazoria by awarding it an Official Texas Historical Marker. A dedication ceremony to commemorate the event will be held on Sat., Sept. 13, 10:30 a.m. at the church (310 S. Virginia Street in Brazoria.) This event will also mark the 101st anniversary of the organization of the church which was held Sept. 14, 2014.
Following a brief program, light refreshments will be served. Copies of the church history will be available for purchase. The First Presbyterian Church of Brazoria and the Brazoria County Historical Commission invite the public to share in and witness this significant historical event.
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Position opening: Church Relations Specialist
Schreiner University in Kerrville is now accepting applications for a Church Relations Specialist. This is a � time position that involves acting as the University's liaison with the governing bodies, officers, and members of the PC(USA). Ordained Ruling or Teaching Elder preferred. Questions? Contact Eldon Sheffer, Director of Church Relations/Faculty.
Information and application
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Prayer Vigil for release of Austin Tice
Austin Tice was taken captive near Damascus, Syria, while working as a freelance journalist. His parents invite you to join them at a prayer vigil Tues., Aug. 19, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Thomas More Parish Church (10330 Hillcroft, Houston 77096) to pray with them for his safe return, for the safety of others who are being unjustly held captive, and for peace in Syria and throughout the region. Austin's editors and friends lost contact with Austin in Aug. 2012. More information
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 Renovar� Prayer Retreat
"Responding to God's Love: Finding Joy and Grace in Celebrating the Disciplines" will be theme of the Renovar� Prayer Retreat, to be held Oct. 17-19 at Mo-Ranch. Prayer is the interactive conversation with God about what we are doing together. It is a process of lifelong learning as we seek to approach our Father with openness, honesty, and trust as his child. Details Register online or call 800-460-4401, ext. 229.
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