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News from the Presbytery Office

This Week: 

October 9- 1:00 PM Christian Education Committee, Presbytery Office
October 15- 9:00 AM Steering Committee, Presbytery Office
7:00 PM Committee on Ministry, Neshannock, NW

Web Updates on Hold

During a software transition, and new site creation, there will be no updates or additions made to the Presbytery website.  The new site should be up sometime in mid-to-late October.  All new information, such as the Presbytery Docket, Pastor Retreat registration form, etc. will be made available on eLink until the new site is up and running.

Minimum Salary for 2014

Presbytery has approved a minimum salary of $47,660 (+2%) for pastors in 2014.  For more information and details please contact the Presbytery Office.

2014 Terms of Call Worksheets

The Terms of Call mailing went out last week.  If you would like to use the EXCEL spreadsheet, you can find the file here: TOC 2014.  Instructions are included in the mailing, but you can also view them here: Change In Terms of Call instructions 2013.  If you would like to see a sample form with the minimum terms of call, you can view it here: TOC 2014 Minimum.  Terms of Call worksheets are due to the Presbytery Office by January 31, 2014, so that figures can be compiled for the April Presbytery packet.

Commissioned Ruling Elder Training Course Begins in January

The next training program for Commissioned Ruling Elders begins at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in January, 2014.  Call 412-924-1346 for information.  Bob Loch jrloch@ysu.edu or Ralph Hawkins ralph@nwpresby.org can also provide information.

“Discerning Your Call to Mission” Workshop

World Mission Initiative presents the 12th annual “Discerning Your Call to Mission” workshop on Saturday, November 2, from 9 AM – 4 PM at Pittsburgh Seminary (616 N. Highland Ave., East Liberty).  The purpose of this workshop is to help individuals who have a sense that God may be calling them to mission gain a fuller understanding of what that may mean and what next steps they should take.  The workshop (including lunch) is FREE, but WMI warns that it may cost participants their lives in service.  Register by sending an email to dyc@pts.edu.  More information is available at http://worldmissioninitiative.org/index.php/initiatives/discerning-your-call

Pastors Leading Missional Transformation

Shenango Presbytery has been involved in leadership training for pastors and elders for more than a dozen years.  The next opportunity will come in the form of learning communities of pastor mentoring groups.  This “Missional Experimentation” will include pastors and commissioned ruling elders from across western PA.  If you are interested in more details, please contact Dave Dawson.

News From The Churches

176th Anniversary

An invitation is extended to anyone from the Shenango Presbytery who is intersted in coming to the 176th anniversary celebration of Scotch Hill Church.  There will be a time for reflection and memories, with refreshments following.  Date: October 13, 2013  Time: 7:00 PM  Place: Scotch Hill Church, 489 Centertown Road, Grove City, PA  16127  (Take 208 east from Grove City, the third crossroads is Centertown Road.  Turn left, the church is on the left…around 1 mi., give or take).

Director of Christian Education Wanted

Trinity Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time Director of Christian Education. Position will be negotiable in terms of hours and salary and will be under the immediate supervision of the pastor. This position will emphasize, but not be limited to, children’s/youth ministry. Trinity Presbyterian Church is an equal opportunity employer and does require references and background clearances. If interested, please send resume to the church at: 110 East Market Street, Mercer, Pa 16137

Youth Director Wanted