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November 10, 2015
In Our Prayers

RE Greg Feigh and family, Pathways Church of Houston - Greg's mother, Virginia, died Nov. 2. Greg serves as Clerk of Session and is Chair of presbytery's Committee on Examinations.
  
The family of the Rev. Fraz Siddique, pastor of St. Paul Presbyterian in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Pastor Fraz was kidnapped Oct. 29 while he was on his way to the grocery store.  His wife, Rebecca, and their two sons, Micol and Escol, might be in danger, also. The church is a sister church to St. Paul Presbyterian, Houston.
  
TE Diane Prevary - knee surgery yesterday. Diane is a former Stated Clark of New Covenant Presbytery.


This week, please pray for the congregations listed here.

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Tomorrow is Veterans Day! 
On Veteran's Day we honor all those who have served or are serving in the U.S. military. The holiday began as a day to remember the end of World War I when Germany signed an armistice with the Allies at 11:00 a.m. on Nov. 11, 1918.
You are invited!
Come converse about the PC(USA) with Moderator Heath Rada Fri., Nov. 20, 2:30 p.m. at the Presbytery Center. Heath has called for a church-wide conversation, and this is your chance to be part of that conversation in a smaller setting. No reservations necessary! Heath will be the keynote speaker at the Nov. 21 Presbytery meeting.
Next Presbytery Meeting
Sat., Nov. 21 at St. John's Presbyterian, Houston
Commissioners to the meeting should read the above materials and have access to the information in the Packet during the meeting. 
Time to consider Overtures and Concurrences
In Presbyterian polity, business comes before General Assembly (GA) by way of Overtures. In order for these to be considered by the whole Assembly, they must begin first in a local congregation and then be submitted to the presbytery for approval. The Presbytery of New Covenant will be considering overtures and concurrences for several topics at the November meeting. Information will be posted in the meeting Packet.
 
Overtures that have already been submitted for GA consideration can be seen at www.pc-biz.org under the "Explorer" tab.
Bazaar! All are invited! 
The Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian, Trinity, will have their annual bazaar Sat., Nov. 14, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The bazaar includes a soup and sandwich lunch, crafts, raffle, bake sale and more! This is their way of raising funds for the many charities supported by PW.
The church is located at 405 N. Elm St., Trinity.
Working with children and their families
Are you a full or part-time educator with responsibilities for children and their families? If so, you are invited to coffee and informal conversation about your work and will also have the opportunity to connect with others engaging in similar ministry Thurs., Nov. 12, 10:00 a.m. at the Presbytery Center. For more information, contact Mary Marcotte.
Welcome Dr. John Musgrave!
Webster Presbyterian is pleased to announce that Dr. John Musgrave will preach at the Traditional Service at 11:15 a.m. Sun., Nov. 15.  Dr. Musgrave was senior pastor at Webster from 1987-1995. For the past 12 years, Dr. Musgrave served as pastor at First Presbyterian in Flint, Michigan. Members, former members, and friends of the Musgraves are invited to help welcome John and Edda!
Coffee House Live! 
Jimmy Lafave
St. Andrew's Presbyterian, Houston, presents Coffee House Live! Thurs., Nov. 19, 7:00 p.m. in the Warren Family Center. The artist will be Austin singer-songwriter, Jimmy Lafave. He is known as one of the key founders and purveyors of Texas/ Oklahoma "red dirt" music. Jimmy is considered a musical disciple of Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan. He and his band bring a passionate rock & roll energy to his original folk songs!
Your help is needed! 
Undies For Everyone is packing 1,000 boxes of undies for Houston Food Bank Backpack Buddies on Sun., Nov. 22, 9:30 a.m., at ChristChurch Presbyterian, Bellaire. These boxes will be distributed to more than 500 schools within the Houston Food Bank's Backpack Buddy program. Lunch will be provided.
New worshiping community receives church's 'earthly belongings' 
Read the story recently reported by the Presbyterian News Service about the action taken by Westminster Presbyterian, Houston, and the Presbyterian Church of the Redeemer NCD.     The story
Correction: The length remaining on the lease is the end of 2016, not 2017 as stated in the article.
Job opening: Executive Assistant to the President
CanCare, Inc. is currently searching for an Executive Assistant to the President. The ideal candidate for this position will need to be very detail oriented, familiar with the non-profit environment, and have at least 5 years of experience as an executive assistant. This position supports the work of CanCare's President and CEO, as well as the work of the Board of Directors. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits and a 30-hour work week. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Opportunities@cancare.org     About CanCare
2014 Thanksgiving Interfaith Service
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
All are invited to the 31st Annual Houston Interfaith Thanksgiving Service Thurs., Nov. 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rothko Chapel, 1409 Sul Ross at Yupon Street. Nine faith traditions will offer prayers and reflections on the theme of Compassion. A reception will follow.