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In Our Prayers
TE Jeff Smith and the congregation of St. Andrew's Presbyterian, Houston - celebrating 10 years of ministry together.
All those who have served our churches in many ways for many years - prayers of thanksgiving. The Board of Pensions will host a Retirees Luncheon Thurs., Nov. 20, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at St. Philip Presbyterian, Houston.
The New Covenant group that visited Israel last week - prayers of thanksgiving for their safe return.
The Presbytery Meeting, that takes place next Saturday at Indian Presbyterian, Livingston.
This week, please pray for the congregations listed here:
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Quick Links
Youth Conclaves
Connections
Nov/Dec Issue
Presbytery Website
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Anyone may subscribe to Tuesday Connect through the presbytery website. See the box, "Stay Connected," at the bottom of the homepage
Did you know that you can update your email address by clicking the link, "Update Profile/Email," at the
bottom of this e-newsletter.
Copy deadline for each week's Tuesday Connect:
Noon Mondays
Send announcements to
Helen Wolf.
Presbytery Center
1110 Lovett Blvd.
Houston, TX 77006
713-526-2585
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 We need to shed our unearthly and nonsocial and idealistic and romantic and uber-spiritual visions of kingdom and get back to what Jesus meant. By kingdom, Jesus means: God's Dream Society on earth, spreading out from the land of Israel to encompass the whole world.
Scot McKnight
One Life: Jesus Calls, We Follow
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Presbytery meeting - Nov. 15, 9:30 a.m.
Commissioners: Download the meeting materials (known as The Packet)
or print them before coming to the meeting at Indian Presbyterian, Livingston. There is no Wi-Fi at the facility. The Packet can also be accessed on the homepage of the presbytery's website. Also, be on the lookout for the Addendum for Saturday's meeting. It should be posted on the presbytery's website soon!
Deadline for online registration is Fri., Nov. 14, at 12 noon. When registering online, you may also make a lunch reservation for which you pay when you arrive at the meeting.
Hotel reservations - call Hampton Inn (1510 US Highway 59, Livingston) 936-327-2300. Be sure to mention the Presbytery of New Covenant when making reservations.
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Clerks of Session
There will be a session records review following the Nov. 15 presbytery meeting. Please contact Lynn Hargrove by 5:00 p.m. Wed., Nov. 12, if you plan to attend and have not registered.
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Sign up to learn more!
Are you passionate about Christian Education? Do you have responsibility for helping plan and run educational programs in your church? Whether you are an educator, youth worker, pastor or dedicated volunteer, SCRAPCE would love to help support you in your ministry. SCRAPCE is the South Central Region of the Association of Presbyterian Educators (APCE), and is made up of folks from across the Synod of the Sun.
By providing contact information, you will receive the digital newsletter that provides helpful information about training events and resources. Simply click on this link to register. If you have questions about either SCRAPCE or its parent organization, the Association of Presbyterian Church Educators (APCE), contact Mary Marcotte.
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You are invited!
Music at St. Philip Concert Series presents "A Musical Odyssey" with Michelle Bradley, soprano, and Teruhiko Toda, piano, Sun., Nov. 16, at 4:00 p.m. Michelle and Teruhiko bring to life the elegance of the French art song and the romantic nuances of German poetry. The ever changing state of human emotion is explored as Michelle presents her wide range of musical interests and talents. The program includes songs, arias, and spirituals by Mahler, R. Strauss, Faur�, Poulenc, Puccini, Verdi, H. T. Burleigh, and others. The concert takes place in the sanctuary of St. Philip Presbyterian, Houston. Admission is free. An offering will be accepted to support the Music at St. Philip Concert Series.
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 St. Luke's choir in Italy
Members of the Chancel Choir of St. Luke's Presbyterian Church, Houston, returned from their week-long trip to Italy, after singing a series of programs with the Continuo Arts Festival Chorus. In addition to these programs, the participants enjoyed various concerts by other choirs and sightseeing opportunities.
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 Singing and dancing and praising
the Lord!
The congregation of St. Paul Presbyterian, Houston, invites you to their annual African Thanksgiving Celebration Sun., Nov. 23, at 10:30 a.m. Light refreshments will be served after the service. Donated non-perishable foodstuff will be given to Christian Community Service Center (CCSC) Food Bank.
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 MDPC Christmas Concert
The MDPC Sanctuary Choir with orchestra invites you to their holiday concert Sun., Dec. 7, 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary of Memorial Drive, Presbyterian, Houston. Music by K. Lee Scott, who has emerged as one of our country's foremost composers of church music, and Christopher Rouse, one of American's most prominent composers of orchestral music, will be featured in an all-American Holiday Concert. Scott's "Christmas Cantata" is full of grand and glorious music befitting the birth of the Son of God. Rouse's unusual "Karolju" is based on centuries of beloved international Christmas carols in bright new settings. Admission is free.
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 Fall Thanksgiving Community Concert
Come worship our Lord! Faith Presbyterian, Baytown, will host a community concert for all ages Sun., Nov. 16, 6:00 p.m. TE Jim Gill (Faith Presbyterian, Baytown), Kannah Lundsford (Baytown Christian Fellowship), and Kay Weaver (New Wine Christian Fellowship) will be featured soloists. Church Women United Childcare Center Choir and the Sterling High School Swing Choir will also perform. This community concert is for all ages and the entire family! No tickets necessary. Non-perishable food items will be collected to benefit the food pantry of Faith Presbyterian.
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