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Presbytery of New Covenant News September 6, 2016
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Announcements
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What is something that makes you proud of your church? The Evangelism and Church Growth Committee (ECG) offers this weekly question with hopes that it will generate discussion and inspire others to think in new ways. Everyone is invited answer the question on the presbytery's Facebook page. Please include your church's name and the city.
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A Season of Peace Devotionals and More
A Season of Peace is a four-week pilgrimage ( Sept. 4-Oct. 2) designed to deepen the pursuit of peace. Through daily reflections and other online resources, you are invited to define and deepen your calling as a peacemaker. Sign up to receive daily reflections in your inbox by visiting pcusa.org/subscribe and checking Path of Peace under the category of Advocacy and Social Justice.
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Have you taken part in the adult coloring craze? Do you have completed pictures that are just sitting around taking up space? Rev. Lindsay Hatch wants use them in an outreach effort. Please send them to her at Heights PC, 240 W 18th, Houston, TX 77008. Mandalas or other spiritual themes are preferred.
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Pastoral Study Leave Program
The University of the Ozarks Pastoral Study Leave Program is an opportunity for Presbyterian pastors to spend 4-5 days on campus for personal study and professional development. The James Struthers Fellowship provides travel expenses, meals, lodging, library resources, and work space for two participants each year. First preference is given to a member of a presbytery within the bounds of the Synod of the Sun. Learn more here.
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Events This Week
9/11 Interfaith Service of Peace and Prayer: Sun., Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at Bay Area Unitarian-Universalist Church at 17503 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77058
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Upcoming Events
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9/11 Peace & Prayer Service - Sept. 11
Webster PC will be one of the many houses of worship participating in an Interfaith Service of Peace and Prayer on Sun., Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. This service to honor the 15th anniversary of 9/11 will be at the Bay Area Unitarian-Universalist Church at 17503 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77058. Come gather to share messages of hope and healing and recommit to live in peace.
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Time for a Moral Revolution - Sept. 14
The Presbytery's Racial Reconciliation Team encourages faith leaders to attend this event at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2019 Crawford St, Houston, TX 77002, on Wed., Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. "The Revival: Time for a Moral Revolution of Values" is a national tour to redefine morality in American politics and challenge leaders of faith to be more vocally opposed to harmful policies that disproportionately impact the poor, ill, children, immigrants, communities of color, and religious minorities. www.moralrevival.org.
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Healthy Boundaries Training - Sept. 17
Healthy Boundaries will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Sept. 17 at the presbytery office (1110 Lovett Blvd, Houston, TX 77006). 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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ChristChurch Presbyterian's annual garage sale is Sat., Sept. 17 at 8 a.m. All proceeds benefit mission projects supported by the congregation. 5001 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77401
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San Pablo+Trinity PC at 7000 Lawndale, Houston, TX 77023, invites you to enjoy some fellowship, food, and games on Sat., Sept. 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. Donations of $5 per plate are appreciated. For more information, contact Sara Becerra at 832-329-9923.
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Fresh Elastic for Stretched-Out Educators - Sept. 22
We'll be exploring the world of young adult ministry in the church today. T hurs., Sept. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the presbytery office (1110 Lovett Blvd, Houston, TX 77006). Lunch is provided. Please RSVP by Mon. morning, Sept. 19 to anne.aiko.wilson@gmail.com.
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Website News
PC(USA) Resources
Did you know that you can find links to PC(USA) resources on the presbytery's website? Information such as the 2015-2017 Book of Order, lectionary readings, the Mission Yearbook for prayer and study, and Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) may be found at www.pbyofnewcovenant.org under Resources - Filing Cabinet - PC(USA) Sites.
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Family and friends of Lanorma Gaskin - mother of RE Bart Gaskin at Beaumont, St. Andrews PC - Lanorma died Aug. 17.
Family and friends of Geneva Dake - former member of Houston, St. Andrew's PC and mother of Ruling Elder (RE) Nancy Hathaway of The Woodlands Community PC (WCPC) - Geneva died Aug. 24 and a memorial service will be held on Sat., Sept. 10 at 2 p.m. at WCPC.
Rev. Deborah Cooper - Member at large - Deborah's father died Aug. 30.
Rev. Mark Downs - Member at large - healing after a recent fall
Rev. Connie Alexander, Honorably Retired - ongoing health issues
Each week we offer up two congregations and a retired pastor for general prayers. This week please pray for:
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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 next week's Tuesday Connect: Noon Monday. Send announcements to Theodora Pounds.
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The Presbytery of New Covenant, 1110 Lovett Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
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