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The Scioto Valley
Presbytery Calendar
July 30-August 1
Big Tent Conference
National Gathering of Presbyterians in Knoxville, TN
This event, designed to inspire and connect Presbyterians, is drawing pastors and elders from across our presbytery.
Sunday, August 2
First Presbyterian Church, Granville
10 am
Ordination of Candidate for Ministry, Nate Sell
Circleville
Presbyterian Church
3 pm
Commissioning of Certified Ruling Elder Christina Martin-Piper
to the McArthur and Groveport Presbyterian Churches
Monday, August 3
4 pm
PSV Commission for Congregational Life
Tuesday, August 4
10 am
PSV Older Adult Ministry Task Team
1:30
PSV Nominating Committee
Sunday, August 9
2:30-4 pm
Last chance for this year's Session Records Review
Washington Court House
Monday, August 10
4 pm
PSV Commission for Presbytery Operations
Tuesday, August 11
4 pm
PSV Coordinating Team
Thursday, August 13
3:30
PSV Youth Leader Planning Team Meeting
Tuesday, August 25
Noon
PIE Planning Team
1:30 pm
PSV Commission for Nurture and Outreach
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Looking Ahead...
Scioto Valley Leadership Retreat Procter Conference Center
Begins...Monday, September 14, 5 pm Ends...Tuesday, September 15, 1 pm Guest Leader: The Reverend Joan Gray
Tuesday, September 15
3:30 pm
Presbytery Meeting
Worthington Presbyterian Church
Saturday,
September 26
Geneva Hills Center
PSV Older Adult Rally
Sunday,
September 27
Geneva Hills Center
PSV Youth Rally
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Bibles...
for Scioto Valley's newest church family, Grace Community Fellowship...
Your congregation is invited to support this new faith community by signing and giving a Bible for this new church family to use in worship.
The Presbytery has purchased 100 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) pew Bibles for our congregations to dedicate to this new faith fellowship.
Pick one up in the presbytery office or at the September Presbytery Meeting to have your congregation sign, dedicate and give to the Grace Community Fellowship.
Donations of $23 each to cover the cost of the Bibles are especially welcome.
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Presbytery Mission and Vision Statement
God calls us through the Holy Spirit to connect with each other to plant, grow and nurture vital,
faithful communities of Christ for service and ministry.
In response we build partnerships,
communicate with and support congregations,
leaders and individuals,
and embody Christ's transforming love in the world.
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PSV Members and Friends enjoy greeting Mission Co-Worker, The Reverend Michael Ludwig, at this year's New Wilmingon Mission Conference (NWMC)
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 Ginny Teitt, Jeannie Harsh, Steve and Kae Merold, surrounded Michael Ludwig, as they enjoyed deeply spiritual worship, Bible study, warm fellowship, inspiring presentations and life-changing stories from world-wide mission co-workers during the 110th New Wilmington Mission Conference (NWMC) in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania in late July. This annual mission conference, which focuses on youth ages 12-14, uses its Presbyterian heritage to encourage a missionary spirit with a deep spiritual life. For more information about this mission focused conference, email Ginny Teitt, teittfam@msn.com. |
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Commissioned Ruling Elders (CREs) Kae Merold and Christine Burns enjoy Serving in the Presbytery...
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 The idea of our presbytery commissioning a ruling elder to a limited, specialized, validated ministry in the presbytery came from a request of the Commission for Congregational Life to have one or more CREs to assist congregations especially during transitional times. This particular pastoral service, described in the PC(USA) Book of Order, was officially approved by Scioto Valley during the November Presbytery Meeting. Commissioned Ruling Elders Kae Merold and Christine Burns were commissioned during the May 2015 Presbytery Meeting. Kae, a member of the Commission for Church Professionals, serves the Outville Presbyterian Church and Christine, a member of the Commission for Congregational Life, serves the Fredericktown First Presbyterian Church. |
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CONGREGATIONAL Activities, Events and...
(Share information about your church's celebrations and activities.)
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Columbus Broad Street Presbyterian Church (BSPC)
 enjoyed a visit to Machu Picchu as part of a mission trip to Peru where they worked with PC(USA) mission co-workers, Jed and Jenny Koball, and the Joining Hands Against Hunger network. BSPC is celebrating a 15 year partnership with PC(USA) mission co-workers in Peru.
Lancaster First Presbyterian Church, 222 North Broad Street... will host Toshe Temelkov, a classical concert pianist and a missionary to Macedonia. You are invited to come and hear his beautiful music and mission story on Sunday, August 9 at 3:00 p.m. Nursery will be provided. A free-will offering will be received to support his mission.
Columbus Overbrook Presbyterian Church...has available for free a collection of CDs with Church Art.. The CDs include clip-art in the format of black/white and color images, web-ready GIFs, animated GIFs and Powerpoint JPEGs. If you are interested in these CDs, please contact the Overbrook Church office, 614-261-1040 or by email: office@overbrookchurch.org
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PSV Christian Educator Colleagues...
Bid Farewell to Lynn Warner, retiring Director of Christian Education at Worthington Presbyterian Church
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 Ginny Shanda, Liz Tietz, Jeannie Harsh, Kim Trimboli and Brittany Porch surround Lynn during a recent gathering and celebration of Lynn's 15 years of educational ministry at the Worthington Presbyterian Church. Lynn, and husband Randy, who is retiring from his position at Dublin Presbyterian Church, are planning to move south in the near future. They are both leaving big shoes to fill in their churches where they faithfully served for many years. |
PSV Commission for Nurture and Outreach News...
PC(USA) International Peacemaker Rami Al Maqdasi to be guest of our Scioto Valley Presbytery, September 25-27
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Thanks to the International Peacemakers program of the PC(USA), Scioto Valley is pleased to host Rami the last weekend in September. Rami will be attending both the youth and older adult rally events, along with some other activities in the Presbytery. More information will be available soon.
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Fall Rally Days at Geneva Hills...
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- Older Adult Rally Day, Saturday, September 26, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm... a day filled with delightful music, interesting presentations, delicious food and warm fellowship for only $10 per person. The theme of the day will be "Seasons of Life", and will feature Kelley's Bridge Band, a catered lunch and two presentations, "Who Am I After My Roles Have Changed?" and "Bucket List Needs".
- Youth Rally Day, Sunday, September 27, 2-6:30... An afternoon of fun, worship and connecting with friends from other churches in our presbytery. There will be hayrides, canoeing, crafts, pizza, ultimate frisbee, music and more!
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"Companions on the Journey"...a blessing of pets and animals, by the Reverend Thom Shuman
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CONGREGATIONS with Job/Staff Openings...
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Dublin Presbyterian Church... is seeking a music director for 20-25 hours per week. The position requires the ability to direct, organize, and teach, as well as play the piano and organ. Expectations include Tuesday evening rehearsals for adults and kids choirs, one service on Sunday mornings, and special services. Interested persons should contact: Jennifer Eastman Hinkle, Pastor, 614-793-8694 or Cheryl Varian, Personnel Chairperson, 937-441-5282.
Worthington Presbyterian Church is seeking...
a Director of Children's Ministry to lead the Christian disciple formation of infants through 6th grade children. Responsibilities include: Sunday morning program; midweek program; summer VBS; recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers; and supportive interaction with parents and families. Full-time, salaried position, includes benefits. Job description may be found on the church website: www.worthingtonpresbyterian.com
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2016 Youth Events for your Calendars...
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Winter Retreats at Camp Akita the weekends of January 22-24 and February 26-28, 2016. Middle-school, confirmation and high school tracks.
Presbyterian Youth Triennium at Purdue University, July 19-23, 2016 designed for teens 15-19 years old.
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