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Presbytery of New Covenant News May 31, 2016
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Sharon Darden's Extended Vacation
In recognition of Sharon's 40+ years of service to presbytery, she will be on an extended vacation (including attending General Assembly) from June 13 until Aug. 1. During Sharon's absence, all matters related to Committee on Ministry (COM) and Committee on Preparation for Ministry (CPM) may be directed to Lynn Hargrove at lhargrove@pbyofnewcovenant.org.
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Presbytery's Youth Connection Council (PYCC)
Do you know a young person who exhibits a mature faith and has gifts for leadership? Do you know an adult with a mentoring spirit and a strong relationship with Christ? Then encourage them to apply for the 2016-2017 Presbytery's Youth Connection Council (PYCC). Youth on the council work alongside adult members to design and lead fellowship, mission, and worship experiences for the young people of our presbytery. Go to www.pbyofnewcovenant.org for more information . Potential youth and adults should complete applications and submit them to their home church for review and endorsement. The deadline is July 1, 2016. Download the application here.
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Senior Living: Synod of the Sun - May Mission Story
The Pinemont Apartments is a garden-style, non-profit community offering affordable housing for seniors and disabled persons in the near NW area of Houston. The Pinemont was founded in 1981, through a partnership between St. Giles Presbyterian Church, the Presbytery of New Covenant, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Through a grant of $5,000 offered by the Synod of the Sun for Senior Citizens, four new computers systems have been ordered for the use of the residents. This will enable these low income seniors to be able to keep in contact with family and friends from around the world. Read more here.
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Events This Week
CEDEPCA's 30th Anniversary Event: Sun., June 5 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.
m. at Houston, St. Philip at 4807 San Felipe, Houston, TX 77056
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Youth Worker Gathering - June 7
A colleague group for Youth Workers (paid staff or volunteer) meets the first Tuesday of each month. Join us for our next gathering on June 7, from 12 to 2 p.m. at Houston, St. Thomas (14100 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079). Bring a lunch and come ready to share ideas, discuss struggles, and fellowship with some amazing people! Contact Caressa Murray with any questions at 281-798-5993 or cmurray@pbyofnewcovenant.org. There will not be a monthly gathering in July.
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Healthy Boundaries Training - June 9
The next training will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thurs., June 9 at Pasadena, First (4647 Preston Rd, Pasadena, TX 77505). Please plan to arrive by 8:45 a.m. for registration and a light breakfast. Class will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. Please RSVP to Patricia Brantley at pbrantley@pbyofnewcovenant.org and include whether you would like lunch provided (bring $10) or will supply your own.
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Texas Presbyterian Foundation (TPF) Forum - June 15
It's time for a closer look! Register today to reserve your spot at Great Things: TPF's 7th Annual Financial Forum on June 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. As financial professionals, our world is constantly changing. Please join us for an event designed to help you further explore our current financial environment, the security of your technology, governance relationships and fiduciary responsibilities, as well as upcoming legal and legislative changes that affect non-profits. 6100 Colwell, Irving, TX 75039
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Fresh Elastic for Stretched-Out Educators - June 16
Fran Shelton, co-founder of Faith and Grief Ministries, will take a look at how we prepare ourselves, in both our called professions and in our personal lives, to support others who have lost someone they love. Please plan to join us on Thurs., June 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Presbytery Center, 1110 Lovett Blvd, Houston TX 77006. If you are a volunteer, paid staff person, teaching elder or just curious, you are invited! Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to anne.aiko.wilson@gmail.com by Mon. morning, June 13.
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General Assembly Opening Worship - June 18
Make plans now to join in opening worship of the 222nd General Assembly (2016) of the PC(USA). The Committee on the Office of the General Assembly (COGA) is encouraging congregations and mid councils to gather groups in their locations to worship with the assembly via live stream. The opening worship service begins at 1 p.m. CST on Sat., June 18 and is scheduled to last about 90 minutes. It will include communion, the commissioning of assembly commissioners and advisory delegates, a sermon by outgoing Moderator Heath Rada, and music by a mass choir, a bell choir, and a contemporary band. The liturgy for the service (including the words and music of hymns) is available online for download by groups planning to worship in other locations.
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High School "Celebration" Retreat - July 8-10
Houston Area Celebration (HAC) is a high-activity spiritual retreat for high school students at Camp Cho-Yeh on July 8-11. High school youth staff will lead the weekend with guidance from two Presbyterian pastors/leaders (Barbara Retzloff and Dan Akins). Youth will be put in small groups to share and grow as they experience the weekend together. The weekend is ecumenical and intended to help youth determine their next steps in their faith walks. Scholarships are available. Register by June 30 at www.houstonareacelebration.org or contact Bart Henson at 713-780-2138 or bartshenson@gmail.com.
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Website News
Tuesday Connect and Connections Archives
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For those impacted by the severe weather and flooding including the congregations of Brenham Presbyterian; Bryan, First; and Conroe, First. Bryan, First and Conroe, First also sustained damage to church buildings due to the weather.
Rev. Jane MacColl, Honorably Retired, for her hip surgery
Thanksgiving for teachers Each week we offer up two congregations and a retired pastor for general prayers. This week please pray for: - West Columbia, Rev. Bruce Williams
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