…a community of Presbyterian congregations in western Pennsylvania
Pastor Event with The Rev. Thomas Tut
Pastors are invited to North Liberty Presbyterian Church tomorrow morning (Tuesday, October 8th) from 9-11AM for a time of conversation with Rev. Thomas Tut of South Sudan. A continental breakfast will be offered.
This Week:
October 1- 6:00 PM Christian Educators Gathering, The Tavern in New Wilmington
October 4- 2:00 PM Preparation for Ministry Committee, Presbytery Office
October 6- World Communion Sunday
5:15 Celebration Choir Rehearsal for Celebrate Sudan Event, East Main
7:00 PM Celebrate Sudan Event, East Main
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.
2014 Per Capita
The 2014 Per Capita budget was approved at last week’s Presbytery meeting. The amounts are as follows; GA $7.02, Synod $2.20, and Presbytery $23.08. Letters have been prepared using the reported membership figures from December 31, 2012, and were mailed to church pastors, clerks, and treasurers last week.
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 is going out this 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.
Register for the Fall Pastor Retreat! Deadline is FRIDAY!
It’s time to register for the Fall Pastor Retreat on October 21-22 with George R. Hunsberger of Western Theological Seminary. Registrations are due by October 4th (the Villa needs the food count ASAP)! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uv-i2nQ8gOMoGHbvRUtySUsC_gTZDnoZNJhLR4WqxjY/viewform
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.
Sudanese Visitor
The Rev. Thomas Tut from South Sudan will be visiting our presbytery from Sunday, Sept. 21st through the presbytery meeting on Tuesday,Sept 23rd, and then again from Thursday, October 3rd – Tuesday October 9th. Here are some of the events already scheduled where people can be with Thomas:
If anyone would like to schedule and event with Thomas in a church or home, please contact Jim Leuenberger at 724-813-1295, orpastor.northliberty@gmail.com .
Celebrate Sudan Event
The 4th Annual Celebrate Sudan event will be held at 7PM at East Main Presbyterian Church on the evening of World Communion Sunday, October 6th. Our guest speaker at this year’s event will be Rev. Thomas Tut, a key leader in the South Sudan Presbyterian Evangelical Church. As usual, we are asking churches to take up a Celebrate Sudan offering during their World Communion Sunday services that morning, or on another Sunday if that proves more feasable. (Pastors and clerks, please remember that your sessions will need to authorize this offering at your September or October meetings.) This year’s offering will go to support Rev Tut’s very vital prison ministry in South Sudan and other important ministries in both the Sudan and South Sudan. We hope many Shenango Presbyterians will join us on October 6th for joyous worship, inspiring words from Rev. Tut, and great Sudanese food as we celebrate our partnership with Sudanese Presbyterians.
Celebration Choir for Celebrate Sudan Event
Calling all who like to sing to join in the Celebration Choir to sing for the Sudan Celebration, which will be Sunday, October 6th at East Main Church in Grove City. There will be 2 rehearsals…..the first will be Sunday evening, September 29th at 7 p.m. at the Unity Presbyterian Church, 1857 Mercer West Middlesex Road, (Route 318). The 2nd will be at 5:15 p.m. at East Main the evening of the Celebration Event. Music will be provided — no robes needed. The anthem is called: “An African Psalm” based on an African fold song. Please share this information with your choir and musicians. Thanks.
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
Northminster Presbyterian Church will be holding their Annual Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 5th from 9 AM – 2 PM.
On October 6th at 3PM Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church, Ellwood City, will have a Blessing of the Animals. Bring your favorite, friendly animal (dogs must be leashed and cats in a carrier) or stuffed animal to receive a blessing. We will meet outside (weather permitting) for a brief worship service and share refreshments (for people and pets) afterwards. All are invited.
Organ Available
A Branson 2-level keyboard organ with beat cutter is available to be donated to a church. Please contact John Bartlett at 724-662-0310 ASAP if interested.
Jason Hickman fine after surgery
Jason’s heart ablation surgery at Cleveland Clinic on Friday went well. The doctor expects good results, but it will be 3 months before the final results are known regarding the management of his arrhythmia.
This Week:
October 1- 6:00 PM Christian Educators Gathering, The Tavern in New Wilmington
Prayers
Rev. Jason Hickman (West Middlesex) will be having heart surgery on Friday, September 27th at Cleveland Clinic. Please keep Jason, Lisa, and their family in your prayers.
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.
2014 Per Capita
The 2014 Per Capita budget was approved at last evening’s Presbytery meeting. The amounts are as follows; GA $7.02, Synod $2.20, and Presbytery $23.08. Letters have been prepared using the reported membership figures from December 31, 2012, and will be in the mail to church pastors, clerks, and treasurers tomorrow morning.
Loaves & Fishes: Fishing for Answers in Children’s Ministry
The Christian Education Committee is sponsoring a dinner and workshop on Children’s Ministry on Tuesday, October 1st at 6:00 PM at The Tavern in New Wilmington. The presenter is Debbie Derrenbacher of 1st Presbyterian, Sharon.
In an almost anything goes society, Debbie finds it challenging as a Christian Educator to:
Her goal in leading this workshop is to help you fish for answers; catch some ideas in your ministry fishing net that will generate a well-balanced appetite for the young disciples that God has placed in your care. Come as you are – dinner is free! Register Now!
Register for the Fall Pastor Retreat!
It’s time to register for the Fall Pastor Retreat on October 21-22 with George R. Hunsberger of Western Theological Seminary. Registrations are due by October 4th (the Villa needs the food count ASAP)! There will also be a form in the packet Tuesday evening. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uv-i2nQ8gOMoGHbvRUtySUsC_gTZDnoZNJhLR4WqxjY/viewform
Sudanese Visitor
The Rev. Thomas Tut from South Sudan will be visiting our presbytery from Sunday, Sept. 21st through the presbytery meeting on Tuesday,Sept 23rd, and then again from Thursday, October 3rd – Tuesday October 9th. Here are some of the events already scheduled where people can be with Thomas:
If anyone would like to schedule and event with Thomas in a church or home, please contact Jim Leuenberger at 724-813-1295, orpastor.northliberty@gmail.com .
Celebrate Sudan Event
The 4th Annual Celebrate Sudan event will be held at 7PM at East Main Presbyterian Church on the evening of World Communion Sunday, October 6th. Our guest speaker at this year’s event will be Rev. Thomas Tut, a key leader in the South Sudan Presbyterian Evangelical Church. As usual, we are asking churches to take up a Celebrate Sudan offering during their World Communion Sunday services that morning, or on another Sunday if that proves more feasable. (Pastors and clerks, please remember that your sessions will need to authorize this offering at your September or October meetings.) This year’s offering will go to support Rev Tut’s very vital prison ministry in South Sudan and other important ministries in both the Sudan and South Sudan. We hope many Shenango Presbyterians will join us on October 6th for joyous worship, inspiring words from Rev. Tut, and great Sudanese food as we celebrate our partnership with Sudanese Presbyterians.
Celebration Choir for Celebrate Sudan Event
Calling all who like to sing to join in the Celebration Choir to sing for the Sudan Celebration, which will be Sunday, October 6th at East Main Church in Grove City. There will be 2 rehearsals…..the first will be Sunday evening, September 29th at 7 p.m. at the Unity Presbyterian Church, 1857 Mercer West Middlesex Road, (Route 318). The 2nd will be at 5:15 p.m. at East Main the evening of the Celebration Event. Music will be provided — no robes needed. The anthem is called: “An African Psalm” based on an African fold song. Please share this information with your choir and musicians. Thanks.
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
Northminster Presbyterian Church will be holding their Annual Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 5th from 9 AM – 2 PM.
20th Annual Fall Fest
Saturday, September 28th at Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church (on Wurtemburg Road, off of Route 65 or Route 488, east of Ellwood City). Crafts, food court, soup…also collection of food and monetary donations for the Ellwood City Food Bank. Call 724-758-6785 for more information.
Moravia Church Fall Festival
Come join Moravia Church for a day of fun on Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM! There will be local apple cider and yummy baked goods for sale, gift baskets and quilt at the auction table, pony rides and crafts for children, even a flu shot clinic. Music will be provided by the Praise Band of Savannah United Methodist Church. You will want to be there! (State Route 18 and Highway 168).
On October 6th at 3PM Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church, Ellwood City, will have a Blessing of the Animals. Bring your favorite, friendly animal (dogs must be leashed and cats in a carrier) or stuffed animal to receive a blessing. We will meet outside (weather permitting) for a brief worship service and share refreshments (for people and pets) afterwards. All are invited.
Organ Available
A Branson 2-level keyboard organ with beat cutter is available to be donated to a church. Please contact John Bartlett at 724-662-0310 ASAP if interested.
Names to be placed in nomination for the Executive Presbyter Search Committee. At this point we are still working on one additional nominee.
Register for the Fall Pastor Retreat!
It’s time to register for the Fall Pastor Retreat on October 21-22 with George R. Hunsberger of Western Theological Seminary. Registrations are due by October 4th (the Villa needs the food count ASAP)! There will also be a form in the packet Tuesday evening. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uv-i2nQ8gOMoGHbvRUtySUsC_gTZDnoZNJhLR4WqxjY/viewform
Apple Festival
All are invited to an Apple Festival at Shenango Presbyterian Church set for Friday, September 20th from 5-7pm. The cost is $5 for a hot dog, beans, a beverage, apple crisp and ice cream. Take-outs available!
See you there!
On October 6th at 3PM Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church, Ellwood City, will have a Blessing of the Animals. Bring your favorite, friendly animal (dogs must be leashed and cats in a carrier) or stuffed animal to receive a blessing. We will meet outside (weather permitting) for a brief worship service and share refreshments (for people and pets) afterwards. All are invited.
The next stated meeting of Shenango Presbytery will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church.
Important Items Before Presbytery Include:
Get the Docket… pby docket 9 24 2013.
Get the Council Minutes…councilminutes 9 3 2013.
Note: Presbytery papers will not be available on the Presbytery website…only via this eLink.
Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church is located at 3461 Sandy Lake-New Lebanon Road, Sandy Lake, PA 16145.
Joys
Jim and Jill Mohr (Westminster College) welcomed a new granddaughter, Elinor Jane Scott (Ellie) on Saturday, September 14th.
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.
“Corporate Records Service” Scam
The Synod has sent a scam report 2013 – Important Consumer Alert from the PA Department of Revenue regarding notices you and your churches have received regarding an official looking “Corporate Records Service” request. It is a marketing ploy. This is a company that prepared corporate minutes. Since we have wonderful stated clerks and the polity to validate our corporate minutes, NONE of our churches will need such a service. Please advise all your congregations to disregard the $125 notice! The Decennial Filing Decennial Filing Explanation 2 – all congregations are strongly advised to file the annual nonprofit corporation report (PA_Nonprofit_annual_report_5110). If you do this every year or so – you will NOT have to pay the Decennial Filing fee in 2022.
Confirmation Retreat
The Camping Association is hosting a confirmation retreat, “Called by Name” open to all 5th-9th graders. The retreat will take place on November 8-9 at Camp Lambec in Erie, PA or November 22-23 at Westminster Highlands in Emlenton, PA. Click this link to access the brochure…Confirmation Retreat Nov 2013
Loaves & Fishes: Fishing for Answers in Children’s Ministry
The Christian Education Committee is sponsoring a dinner and workshop on Children’s Ministry on Tuesday, October 1st at 6:00 PM at The Tavern in New Wilmington. The presenter is Debbie Derrenbacher of 1st Presbyterian, Sharon.
In an almost anything goes society, Debbie finds it challenging as a Christian Educator to:
Her goal in leading this workshop is to help you fish for answers; catch some ideas in your ministry fishing net that will generate a well-balanced appetite for the young disciples that God has placed in your care. Come as you are – dinner is free! Register Now!
Sudanese Visitor
The Rev. Thomas Tut from South Sudan will be visiting our presbytery from Sunday, Sept. 21st through the presbytery meeting on Tuesday,Sept 23rd, and then again from Thursday, October 3rd – Tuesday October 9th. Here are some of the events already scheduled where people can be with Thomas:
If anyone would like to schedule and event with Thomas in a church or home, please contact Jim Leuenberger at 724-813-1295, orpastor.northliberty@gmail.com .
Celebrate Sudan Event
The 4th Annual Celebrate Sudan event will be held at 7PM at East Main Presbyterian Church on the evening of World Communion Sunday, October 6th. Our guest speaker at this year’s event will be Rev. Thomas Tut, a key leader in the South Sudan Presbyterian Evangelical Church. As usual, we are asking churches to take up a Celebrate Sudan offering during their World Communion Sunday services that morning, or on another Sunday if that proves more feasable. (Pastors and clerks, please remember that your sessions will need to authorize this offering at your September or October meetings.) This year’s offering will go to support Rev Tut’s very vital prison ministry in South Sudan and other important ministries in both the Sudan and South Sudan. We hope many Shenango Presbyterians will join us on October 6th for joyous worship, inspiring words from Rev. Tut, and great Sudanese food as we celebrate our partnership with Sudanese Presbyterians.
Celebration Choir for Celebrate Sudan Event
Calling all who like to sing to join in the Celebration Choir to sing for the Sudan Celebration, which will be Sunday, October 6th at East Main Church in Grove City. There will be 2 rehearsals…..the first will be Sunday evening, September 29th at 7 p.m. at the Unity Presbyterian Church, 1857 Mercer West Middlesex Road, (Route 318). The 2nd will be at 5:15 p.m. at East Main the evening of the Celebration Event. Music will be provided — no robes needed. The anthem is called: “An African Psalm” based on an African fold song. Please share this information with your choir and musicians. Thanks.
McClure Lectures and World Mission Initiative Dinner
The W. Don McClure Lectures and WMI Reception and DInner are Monday, September 23rd at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Vinoth Ramachandra will be the speaker. The lectures are at 11:30 AM, 4 PM, and 7:30 PM. A reception will be held at 5:15 PM in McNaughner Lounge with dinner following at 6 PM in the Kadel Dining Hall. At the dinner, WMI will honor the Rev. Dr. William M. Paul with the second annual WMI Award for Outstanding Mission Service and Support. Encourage any who know and love Bill to attend. In addition, Dr. Jannie Swart will speak briefly allowing everyone to begin to know him. You must register for the WMI Dinner online at http://pce.pts.edu/modules/shop/index.html?action=section&OfferingID=8&SectionID=12 or call 412-924-1345.
News From The Churches
Part-Time Financial Secretary Needed
This is a salaried position. Please send resume by September 20th to Westfield Presbyterian Church, 1363 Mt. Jackson Road, New Castle, PA 16102 or email totreasurer@westfieldchurch.org. More information is available on the church website at www.westfieldchurch.org.
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
Enon Presbyterian Church, September 19-21 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Lunch counter and bake sale. Almost one half of the money raised at this sale goes to support local, national, and international mission projects. Missions supported last year include: Root International, Project H.O.P.E., Project H.O.P.E. Food Bank, Lawrence County Crisis Shelter, Lawrence County Habitat for Humanity, Salvation Army, Brother’s Brother Foundation, Christian Appalachian Project, Kayenta Navaho Presbyterian Church, New Castle City Rescue Mission and more.
Rummage Sale
Northminster Presbyterian Church will be holding their Annual Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 5th from 9 AM – 2 PM.
20th Annual Fall Fest
Saturday, September 28th at Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church (on Wurtemburg Road, off of Route 65 or Route 488, east of Ellwood City). Crafts, food court, soup…also collection of food and monetary donations for the Ellwood City Food Bank. Call 724-758-6785 for more information.
Moravia Church Fall Festival
Come join Moravia Church for a day of fun on Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM! There will be local apple cider and yummy baked goods for sale, gift baskets and quilt at the auction table, pony rides and crafts for children, even a flu shot clinic. Music will be provided by the Praise Band of Savannah United Methodist Church. You will want to be there! (State Route 18 and Highway 168).
Presbytery Council to Nominate Search Committee
The Presbytery Council decided at its September 3 meeting to prepare a slate of nominees for the Executive Presbytery Search Committee. These names will be brought to the Presbytery meeting on September 24 (Sandy Lake) for election. If you wish to recommend individuals for that committee, please send them to Jim Mohr mohrjr@westminster.edu IMMEDIATELY. The Council anticipates announcing the nominees via eLink the week before the Presbytery meeting.
“Corporate Records Service” Scam
The Synod has sent a scam report 2013 – Important Consumer Alert from the PA Department of Revenue regarding notices you and your churches have received regarding an official looking “Corporate Records Service” request. It is a marketing ploy. This is a company that prepared corporate minutes. Since we have wonderful stated clerks and the polity to validate our corporate minutes, NONE of our churches will need such a service. Please advise all your congregations to disregard the $125 notice! The Decennial Filing Decennial Filing Explanation 2 – all congregations are strongly advised to file the annual nonprofit corporation report (PA_Nonprofit_annual_report_5110). If you do this every year or so – you will NOT have to pay the Decennial Filing fee in 2022.
Confirmation Retreat
The Camping Association is hosting a confirmation retreat, “Called by Name” open to all 5th-9th graders. The retreat will take place on November 8-9 at Camp Lambec in Erie, PA or November 22-23 at Westminster Highlands in Emlenton, PA. Click this link to access the brochure…Confirmation Retreat Nov 2013
Loaves & Fishes: Fishing for Answers in Children’s Ministry
The Christian Education Committee is sponsoring a dinner and workshop on Children’s Ministry on Tuesday, October 1st at 6:00 PM at The Tavern in New Wilmington. The presenter is Debbie Derrenbacher of 1st Presbyterian, Sharon.
In an almost anything goes society, Debbie finds it challenging as a Christian Educator to:
Her goal in leading this workshop is to help you fish for answers; catch some ideas in your ministry fishing net that will generate a well-balanced appetite for the young disciples that God has placed in your care. Come as you are – dinner is free! Register Now!
A Missional Church Conversation
Michael Moynagh is a pastor, author and leader in the Fresh Expressions Movement in the United Kingdom. This is a “missional church” effort where new congregations are being formed alongside traditional churches. Shenango and Beaver Butler presbyteries are hosting Dr. Moynagh on Wednesday, September 25 (10:30 am – 3:30 pm) at Calvin Presbyterian Church in Zelienople (415 East Grandview). Ruling and Teaching Elders should register early at office@beaverbutler.org or 724-452-7515. Bring your own lunch or ask for a box lunch ($5.50). Please let Dave Dawson know (david.dawson@shenango.org) if you are going so that we can coordinate rides. Click here for more information, Advertizing Fresh Expressions, and an article by Bishop Cray about Fresh Expressions, Cray – Not Knowing the End at the Beginning.
Join Us
Come meet our new Regional Liasons to the Middle East at Clen-Moore Presbyterian Church on September 15th! Worship is at 10:30 AM (220 Clen-Moore Blvd., New Castle, PA). There will be a luncheon following at 12:00 with an RSVP to Denise Sciuto at denise@pff.net or 724-766-1678.
Sudanese Visitor
The Rev. Thomas Tut from South Sudan will be visiting our presbytery from Sunday, Sept. 21st through the presbytery meeting on Tuesday,Sept 23rd, and then again from Thursday, October 3rd – Tuesday October 9th. Here are some of the events already scheduled where people can be with Thomas:
If anyone would like to schedule and event with Thomas in a church or home, please contact Jim Leuenberger at 724-813-1295, or pastor.northliberty@gmail.com .
Celebrate Sudan Event
The 4th Annual Celebrate Sudan event will be held at 7PM at East Main Presbyterian Church on the evening of World Communion Sunday, October 6th. Our guest speaker at this year’s event will be Rev. Thomas Tut, a key leader in the South Sudan Presbyterian Evangelical Church. As usual, we are asking churches to take up a Celebrate Sudan offering during their World Communion Sunday services that morning, or on another Sunday if that proves more feasable. (Pastors and clerks, please remember that your sessions will need to authorize this offering at your September or October meetings.) This year’s offering will go to support Rev Tut’s very vital prison ministry in South Sudan and other important ministries in both the Sudan and South Sudan. We hope many Shenango Presbyterians will join us on October 6th for joyous worship, inspiring words from Rev. Tut, and great Sudanese food as we celebrate our partnership with Sudanese Presbyterians.
Celebration Choir for Celebrate Sudan Event
Calling all who like to sing to join in the Celebration Choir to sing for the Sudan Celebration, which will be Sunday, October 6th at East Main Church in Grove City. There will be 2 rehearsals…..the first will be Sunday evening, September 29th at 7 p.m. at the Unity Presbyterian Church, 1857 Mercer West Middlesex Road, (Route 318). The 2nd will be at 5:15 p.m. at East Main the evening of the Celebration Event. Music will be provided — no robes needed. The anthem is called: “An African Psalm” based on an African fold song. Please share this information with your choir and musicians. Thanks.
News From The Churches
Part-Time Financial Secretary Needed
This is a salaried position. Please send resume by September 20th to Westfield Presbyterian Church, 1363 Mt. Jackson Road, New Castle, PA 16102 or email to treasurer@westfieldchurch.org. More information is available on the church website at www.westfieldchurch.org.
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
40th Annual Church Basement Sale
Enon Presbyterian Church, September 19-21 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Lunch counter and bake sale. Almost one half of the money raised at this sale goes to support local, national, and international mission projects. Missions supported last year include: Root International, Project H.O.P.E., Project H.O.P.E. Food Bank, Lawrence County Crisis Shelter, Lawrence County Habitat for Humanity, Salvation Army, Brother’s Brother Foundation, Christian Appalachian Project, Kayenta Navaho Presbyterian Church, New Castle City Rescue Mission and more.
Presbytery Council to Nominate Search Committee
The Presbytery Council decided at its September 3 meeting to prepare a slate of nominees for the Executive Presbytery Search Committee. These names will be brought to the Presbytery meeting on September 24 (Sandy Lake) for election. If you wish to recommend individuals for that committee, please send them to Jim Mohr mohrjr@westminster.edu this week. The Council anticipates announcing the nominees via eLink the week before the Presbytery meeting.
Confirmation Retreat
The Camping Association is hosting a confirmation retreat, “Called by Name” open to all 5th-9th graders. The retreat will take place on November 8-9 at Camp Lambec in Erie, PA or November 22-23 at Westminster Highlands in Emlenton, PA. Click this link to access the brochure…Confirmation Retreat Nov 2013
Loaves & Fishes: Fishing for Answers in Children’s Ministry
The Christian Education Committee is sponsoring a dinner and workshop on Children’s Ministry on Tuesday, October 1st at 6:00 PM at The Tavern in New Wilmington. The presenter is Debbie Derrenbacher of 1st Presbyterian, Sharon.
In an almost anything goes society, Debbie finds it challenging as a Christian Educator to:
Her goal in leading this workshop is to help you fish for answers; catch some ideas in your ministry fishing net that will generate a well-balanced appetite for the young disciples that God has placed in your care. Come as you are – dinner is free! Register Now!
A Missional Church Conversation
Michael Moynagh is a pastor, author and leader in the Fresh Expressions Movement in the United Kingdom. This is a “missional church” effort where new congregations are being formed alongside traditional churches. Shenango and Beaver Butler presbyteries are hosting Dr. Moynagh on Wednesday, September 25 (10:30 am – 3:30 pm) at Calvin Presbyterian Church in Zelienople (415 East Grandview). Ruling and Teaching Elders should register early at office@beaverbutler.org or 724-452-7515. Bring your own lunch or ask for a box lunch ($5.50). Please let Dave Dawson know (david.dawson@shenango.org) if you are going so that we can coordinate rides. Click here for more information, Advertizing Fresh Expressions, and an article by Bishop Cray about Fresh Expressions, Cray – Not Knowing the End at the Beginning.
One Day Men’s Conference
Organizing Men for Church Growth through Effective Building Care Practices featuring Rev. Jim Boos will take place on Saturday, September 21st from 8:45 AM – 2:50 PM at the Pittsburgh Presbytery Center (901 Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh). There is a $30 registration fee that includes a catered meal and information packet. Parking is FREE. For more information, go to http://www.syntrinity.org.
News From The Churches
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
40th Annual Church Basement Sale
Enon Presbyterian Church, September 19-21 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Lunch counter and bake sale. Almost one half of the money raised at this sale goes to support local, national, and international mission projects. Missions supported last year include: Root International, Project H.O.P.E., Project H.O.P.E. Food Bank, Lawrence County Crisis Shelter, Lawrence County Habitat for Humanity, Salvation Army, Brother’s Brother Foundation, Christian Appalachian Project, Kayenta Navaho Presbyterian Church, New Castle City Rescue Mission and more.
The Presbytery of Shenango