This Week

  • November 3- 7:00 PM Committee on Ministry, Neshannock, NW

News from the Presbytery Office

Prayers

  • David Hunt’s (Unity) father passed away last week. Please keep the family in your prayers.
  • Dave Lower (Bell Memorial Church and Presbytery’s MCS Committee) has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Please keep him in your prayers and send him a card. Cards can be sent to 134 Cedar Street, Ellwood City, PA 16117.
Reminder from the Clerk about GA Overtures

Any proposed overtures for GA should be sent to Stated Clerk Jerry Mahaffey before the November 17th Presbytery Meeting.

Nominate a Youth Advisory Delegate for GA
Applications and information were mailed to the churches a few weeks ago to nominate YADs for the upcoming GA meeting. Copies of the application are available on the Presbytery website athttp://www.shenango.org/Publications/index.htm.

News from Our Churches

New Roof at Scotch Hill

The Scotch Hill Church (Grove City) has completed the replacement of their roof (with help from a Presbytery loan). They will have a dedication on November 22.

Mission Opportunity
Adam Soliz, Commissioned Lay Pastor in the Pecos Valley of New Mexico will be in our area from November 14-22. There is still some time available in Adam’s schedule – if you would like to have him speak at your church, please contact Autumn at the Presbytery Office (724-528-1610 or office@shenango.org). Also, North Liberty Presbyterian Church will be hosting a reunion for everyone who has traveled to the Pecos Valley from our Presbytery on Friday evening, November 20th at 6:00 PM. There will be a potluck dinner with a “jam” session and fellowship time to follow. Contact Autumn if you would like more information.

A Resource from Ray and Gail Keffer
Looking for devotionals, plays, Chrismons and poetry that could be of devotional help to you? Check out the original contributions of Ray and Gail (members at Clen-Moore Church) at http://www.rgscripts.com.

Jazz at First
First Presbyterian Church of Sharon is pleased to host the jazz quartet “Presbybop” on Sunday, November 15, 7:00 PM. “Presbybop” will present their new CD “Psalms Without Words” at this concert, which is free and open to the public. “Presbybop” is a professional jazz quartet (www.presbybop.com) based in northeastern PA, and led by Presbyterian pastor Rev. Bill Carter. The evening will include an intermission with coffee and desserts, and an after show reception to meet the musicians. Please contact First Presbyterian Church of Sharon (724-981-2211) or visit the church’s website for more information (www.1stpcs.org).

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Register for the Calvin Symposium on Worship!
Registration is now open for the Calvin Symposium on Worship, January 28-30, 2010. Pam Maloney and Don and Doris Stanley reported on this continuing education event at the September meeting of Presbytery. You can check it out at http://www.calvin.edu/worship/sympos/2010/.

Film to See
“Angered by white residents’ racist comments that he wouldn’t “keep up his yard,” Pearl Fryar teaches himself topiary sculpture and becomes the first African American in his Bishopville, SC neighborhood to win the coveted “yard of the month” award.” Presbyterian Media Mission presents “A Man Named Pearl” at a special event on Wednesday, November 11th at 10:30 AM at the Cranberry Theaters in Cranberry Twp. Cost per participant is $4.00 and there will be a Q&A following the showing of the film with Director, Scott Galloway (son of the former Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church Pastor John Galloway). This award-winning film can be used in your ministry for education purposes and allow for constructive conversation about racism, bigotry, discrimination and other social dynamics that we confront in people being treated without equal regard in a variety of communities across our nation and the world.

Discerning Your Call to Mission
The World Mission Initiative of Pittsburgh will be holding this special workshop on Saturday, November 7th from 9 AM – 4 PM in the John Knox Room at PTS. Free registration and lunch. To register please contact Caitlin Rohrer (crohrer@pts.edu) or Don Dawson (ddawson@pts.edu) by Wednesday, November 4th.


Needed / Offered

Sales and Marketing Director
Manage sales and marketing function for Shenango on the Green, an independent living community for older adults. Drive sales and move-ins by leading marketing and selling process from prospecting and inquiries to closing. Strong selling, listening and presentation skills essential. Solid record of successful selling, preferable in healthcare senior living services, “can do” attitude will thrive in positive team environment. BA/BS preferred. Competitive benefit package. Send your resume to: healthcaresales15222@gmail.com or PO Box 2246, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. EOE.

Crawford County Church Looking for Items
Sue Nageotte, a friend of our Presbytery, is currently serving the Harmonsburg Presbyterian Church in Crawford County. Harmonsburg’s church building was completely destroyed in an arson fire in January 2008. The rebuilding project will most likely be completed in late January, but they are in need of a few items. If your church can help to provide a small communion table, paraments, lectern, pew-chairs, folding tables, a piano, etc., please contact Sue at nageottes@gmail.com.

eLink News

This Week

  • October 28- 9:00 AM PMC Continuing Covenant Pastors, Beaver-Butler Office
    10:00 AM Church and Community Committee, Presbytery Office
    2:00 PM Mission Insite Leadership Team, Presbytery Office
  • October 29- 1:00 PM Mission, Communication and Stewardship Committee, location still being determined
  • November 3- 7:00 PM Committee on Ministry, Neshannock, NW

News from the Presbytery Office

Update on Pastor Transitions

  • Herb Goetz begins as Interim Pastor at Park Presbyterian Church in Zelienople on November 1st.
  • Ray Hylton has accepted a call to First Presbyterian Church in Evanston, IL.

Prayers

Howard Foust passed away this morning. Howard was an elder at First Presbyterian Church in Greenville and was currently serving on the Council and Budget and Finance Committee of our Presbytery. Please keep his wife Carol and their family in your prayers.
Reminder from the Clerk about GA Overtures

Any proposed overtures for GA should be sent to Stated Clerk Jerry Mahaffey before the November 17th Presbytery Meeting.

Nominate a Youth Advisory Delegate for GA
Applications and information were mailed to the churches a few weeks ago to nominate YADs for the upcoming GA meeting. Copies of the application are available on the Presbytery website at http://www.shenango.org/Publications/index.htm.

News from Our Churches

New Roof at Scotch Hill

The Scotch Hill Church (Grove City) has completed the replacement of their roof (with help from a Presbytery loan). They will have a dedication on November 22.

Choral Director Honored
After 28 years of faithful service as the Choir Director, Tom Fleet was honored by the Session of Hillside Church, Greenville. Tom is the Principal Percussionist and typanist for the Greenville Symphony Orchestra. The Principal’s Chair was endowed in Tom’s name. Her recently retired as Hillside’s Musical Director as well as the Music Director at Reynold’s High School. Tim, wife Cheryl, and sons Brian and Adam are valued, long-time “Hillsiders”.

Jane Bartholomew Leads at Wee Kirk
Jane (Unity Church) was music and worship leader (which she has done several times) at the October 12-14 Wee Kirk Conference at Laurelville (near Mt. Pleasant, PA). Seven persons participated from Unity with 175 in attendance at this conference for small churches. Jane has been called upon for this kind of leadership in other events in the Synod.

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Register for the Calvin Symposium on Worship!
Registration is now open for the Calvin Symposium on Worship, January 28-30, 2010. Pam Maloney and Don and Doris Stanley reported on this continuing education event at the September meeting of Presbytery. You can check it out at http://www.calvin.edu/worship/sympos/2010/.

Film to See
“Angered by white residents’ racist comments that he wouldn’t “keep up his yard,” Pearl Fryar teaches himself topiary sculpture and becomes the first African American in his Bishopville, SC neighborhood to win the coveted “yard of the month” award.” Presbyterian Media Mission presents “A Man Named Pearl” at a special event on Wednesday, November 11th at 10:30 AM at the Cranberry Theaters in Cranberry Twp. Cost per participant is $4.00 and there will be a Q&A following the showing of the film with Director, Scott Galloway (son of the former Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church Pastor John Galloway). This award-winning film can be used in your ministry for education purposes and allow for constructive conversation about racism, bigotry, discrimination and other social dynamics that we confront in people being treated without equal regard in a variety of communities across our nation and the world.

Discerning Your Call to Mission
The World Mission Initiative of Pittsburgh will be holding this special workshop on Saturday, November 7th from 9 AM – 4 PM in the John Knox Room at PTS. Free registration and lunch. To register please contact Caitlin Rohrer (crohrer@pts.edu) or Don Dawson (ddawson@pts.edu) by Wednesday, November 4th.


Needed / Offered

Sales and Marketing Director
Manage sales and marketing function for Shenango on the Green, an independent living community for older adults. Drive sales and move-ins by leading marketing and selling process from prospecting and inquiries to closing. Strong selling, listening and presentation skills essential. Solid record of successful selling, preferable in healthcare senior living services, “can do” attitude will thrive in positive team environment. BA/BS preferred. Competitive benefit package. Send your resume to: healthcaresales15222@gmail.com or PO Box 2246, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. EOE.

Crawford County Church Looking for Items
Sue Nageotte, a friend of our Presbytery, is currently serving the Harmonsburg Presbyterian Church in Crawford County. Harmonsburg’s church building was completely destroyed in an arson fire in January 2008. The rebuilding project will most likely be completed in late January, but they are in need of a few items. If your church can help to provide a small communion table, paraments, lectern, pew-chairs, folding tables, a piano, etc., please contact Sue at nageottes@gmail.com.

eLink News

This Week

  • October 15- 1:00 PM Sudan Trip Meeting, Presbytery Office
  • October 19- 3:30 PM Nominating Committee, Presbytery Office
  • October 20- 7:00 PM Committee on Ministry, Neshannock, NW

News from the Presbytery Office

Message from Debbie Blane, our new missionary at Nile Theological College, Sudan

Dear Friends,
A note to let you know that I am safely in Sudan! I have a two bedroom apartment to live in right now – it is older, but the design is a good one. Am being cared for, today I got a new SIM card for the cell phone that I purchased in Nairobi. In the meantime the college has wireless, Praise God! I would love to hear from you, it may take me time to get back to folks so please don’t feel neglected if you don’t hear from me for a while.
Many Blessings, Debbie
You can follow Debbie’s journey on her new blog: http://revviedebbie.blogspot.com.

Question for Upcoming LeaderFest Seminar…

Which power/fuel company does your church use? eMail your answers to Margaret Trautman at ched@shenango.org.
Fall Bus Trip
Thanks to Tom Kaufman for his leadership again with the fall Bus Trip which included 10 persons who went to the PC(USA) Stony Point Conference Center north of New York.

Internet Teacher-Training Available for Presbyterians!

If your church has Internet access and if you would like to know more about the new teacher-training program, “Opening Doors to Discipleship.com” Margaret Trautman will be happy to come to your church and introduce your teachers to the program. Contact her at the Presbytery Office.

News from Our Churches

Anniversary Celebration

The New Wilmington Presbyterian Church concluded a yearlong celebration of its 200th anniversary on Sunday with a special worship service. The church was also mentioned on Monday in the Mission Yearbook as one of several congregations with long-term involvement in the Dominican Republic.

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Youth Leadership Workshop Postponed
The Youth Leadership Workshop, sponsored by the Camping Association (CAPNWP), that had been set for October 23-24 at Westminster Highlands has been postponed until spring. When a new date is set, we will notify our supporting Presbyteries and also mail information to former attendees of the event. The CAPNWP apologizes for any inconvenience this may have caused.

International Peacemaker from Democratic Republic of the Congo Visiting Westminster College
Rev. Probe Augustin Mukendi Kabongo is visiting Westminster College this week. Rev. Kabongo will speak at the Seekers Christian Fellowship gathering on Wednesday at 9:00 PM in the Berlin Lounge and at the Peace Studies Coffeehouse on Thursday at 4:15 PM in Thompson-Clark Room 314.

Discerning Your Call to Mission
The World Mission Initiative of Pittsburgh will be holding this special workshop on Saturday, November 7th from 9 AM – 4 PM in the John Knox Room at PTS. Free registration and lunch. To register please contact Caitlin Rohrer (crohrer@pts.edu) or Don Dawson (ddawson@pts.edu) by Wednesday, November 4th.


Needed / Offered

Sales and Marketing Director
Manage sales and marketing function for Shenango on the Green, an independent living community for older adults. Drive sales and move-ins by leading marketing and selling process from prospecting and inquiries to closing. Strong selling, listening and presentation skills essential. Solid record of successful selling, preferable in healthcare senior living services, “can do” attitude will thrive in positive team environment. BA/BS preferred. Competitive benefit package. Send your resume to: healthcaresales15222@gmail.com or PO Box 2246, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. EOE.

Xerox 5328 Copier Available
The Presbytery Office is looking to get rid of a 9+ yr. old black/white copier. It is good for small quantities of copies per month (100 or fewer single-sided). Tabletop design – stand available too. As is. The Presbytery will not provide any follow-up assistance and makes no promises about how long it will last. No deliveries – you must come to pick it up. Call Shari at the office if you are interested, 724-528-1610.

eLink News

This Week

  • There are no scheduled meetings or events this week.

News from the Presbytery Office

Joys

  • John Hicks was honored as Pastor Emeritus at West Middlesex on October 4th.

PW Fall Gathering – Saturday, October 17

Learn something new about Communication at PW Fall Gathering! Check out the list of workshops and choose two to attend at Clen-Moore Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 17, 2009. Join us from 9 AM – 3 PM for a day of worship, learning and fellowship. Luncheon cost is $6. Registration deadline is October 12. Contact Nancy McMillan at 724-336-5623 for more information.

Internet Teacher-Training Available for Presbyterians!
If your church has Internet access and if you would like to know more about the new teacher-training program, “Opening Doors to Discipleship.com” Margaret Trautman will be happy to come to your church and introduce your teachers to the program. Contact her at the Presbytery Office.

News from Our Churches

Hungarian Dinner at Bethlehem

In conjunction with their 105th Birthday, the Bethlehem Presbyterian Church will be holding a Hungarian Dinner on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from Noon – 2:00 PM. The menu includes: Pigs in the blanket, Sausage, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered bread, Cake, Coffee and Tea. Adults $8.00; Children (under 6) $4.00. Reservations are required and take-outs are available at 11:00 AM. Contact Lilly Kobialko (330-448-8369) or Pastor Robbie (724-983-0194) for more information.

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Presbyterian Men
There is a Presbyterian Men’s group in the Synod of the Trinity (PA & WV) and they are having their annual retreat in Bedford, PA on October 10.http://www.syntrinity.org/home/good_stories/Presbyterian_Men/PresbyMen_2009.htm.


Needed / Offered

Xerox 5328 Copier Available
The Presbytery Office is looking to get rid of a 9+ yr. old black/white copier. It is good for small quantities of copies per month (100 or fewer single-sided). Tabletop design – stand available too. As is. The Presbytery will not provide any follow-up assistance and makes no promises about how long it will last. No deliveries – you must come to pick it up. Call Shari at the office if you are interested, 724-528-1610.

eLink News

This Week

  • September 30- 10:00 AM Church & Community Committee, Presbytery Office
  • October 1- 1:00 PM Sudan Trip Team Meeting, Presbytery Office
  • October 3- 10:00 AM Teacher Training Seminar, Trinity Presbyterian Church (see note below)

News from the Presbytery Office

Prayers

  • Ralph Hawkins’ (New Wilmington) father passed away yesterday morning.
  • Jim Wigley is still in Greenville Hospital following his surgery. He is expected to be home soon.
  • Walter White is in Sharon Regional for rehabilitation following surgery.

Teacher Training to Meet Individual Needs!

The new internet program “Opening Doors to Discipleship” is available FREE to Presbyterians. It includes three courses: Teacher Training, Bible Background, and Reformed/Presbyterian Theology. Teachers can pick and choose training programs that they personally need. Churches can plan meetings to view and discuss certain training sessions. It’s amazing!
An event to introduce this resource will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church from 10:00 to 12:00 this Saturday morning, October 3, 2009. PLEASE contact the Presbytery Office ASAP if you plan to attend this event. Call 724-528-1610 or email ched@shenango.org. We need to know how many are coming!!
PW Fall Gathering – Saturday, October 17
Learn something new about Communication at PW Fall Gathering! Check out the list of workshops and choose two to attend at Clen-Moore Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 17, 2009. Join us from 9 AM – 3 PM for a day of worship, learning and fellowship. Luncheon cost is $6. Registration deadline is October 12. Contact Nancy McMillan at 724-336-5623 for more information.

News from Our Churches

You’re Invited

Mahoning Presbyterian Church will be hosting “Blessing of the Animals” on October 3rd at 11:00 AM. Enjoy a puppet show and have lunch with your pet. Call 724-964-8954 for more information.

You’re Invited to an Anniversary Celebration

Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on October 4th at 11:00 AM with a reception luncheon to follow. Please RSVP to the church no later than September 18th at 724-376-2630.

Hungarian Dinner at Bethlehem
In conjunction with their 105th Birthday, the Bethlehem Presbyterian Church will be holding a Hungarian Dinner on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from Noon – 2:00 PM. The menu includes: Pigs in the blanket, Sausage, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered bread, Cake, Coffee and Tea. Adults $8.00; Children (under 6) $4.00. Reservations are required and take-outs are available at 11:00 AM. Contact Lilly Kobialko (330-448-8369) or Pastor Robbie (724-983-0194) for more information.

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Likay Thai Folk Drama Traditional Dance – Come Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in the Hicks Chapel Auditorium for an evening of folk drama and traditional dance. PCUSA missionaries Rob Collins and Esther Wakeman have formed this dance group. Suggested donation is $5. This cultural event is sponsored by World Mission Initiative and the Evangelical Student Fellowship. If you have questions, contact Beth Arnold – earnold@pts.edu.

Presbyterian Men
There is a Presbyterian Men’s group in the Synod of the Trinity (PA & WV) and they are having their annual retreat in Bedford, PA on October 10. http://www.syntrinity.org/home/good_stories/Presbyterian_Men/PresbyMen_2009.htm.


Needed / Offered

Xerox 5328 Copier Available
The Presbytery Office is looking to get rid of a 9+ yr. old black/white copier. It is good for small quantities of copies per month (100 or fewer single-sided). Tabletop design – stand available too. As is. The Presbytery will not provide any follow-up assistance and makes no promises about how long it will last. No deliveries – you must come to pick it up. Call Shari at the office if you are interested, 724-528-1610.

Director of Children’s Ministries (Part Time) at Highland, New Castle
For local Presbyterian Church. Experience and education required. Please request a job description at hiprch@verizon.net.

The Jamestown Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time youth director to work with Jr. and Sr. Highs. Job description and application form are avaialble under the “Youth Ministry” tab on the church’s website:http://www.jamestownpresbyterian.org.

eLink News

This Week

  • September 27- 5:00 PM CLP Coolout at the McGary Farm
    Mission Bus Trip leaves for Stony Point
  • September 29- 11:30 AM Teacher Training Seminar, Presbytery Office
  • September 30- 10:00 AM Church & Community Committee, Presbytery Office

News from the Presbytery Office

More Opportunities to Meet Ingrid Reneau (Please include this announcement in your church bulletin.)

Ingrid Reneau, our missionary to South Sudan, and Debbie Blane (a new missionary to Sudan, who’ll be heading over to Nile Theological Seminary to replace Barry Almy in a few weeks) will be here in Shenango Presbytery starting next week. Below are some places you could come to encourage them and hear them speak:
  • September 17th at 7 PM – New Wilmington Presbyterian Church
  • September 18th at 7:30 PM – Dessert at Miriam Gwin’s house. Call for directions 724-667-8321
  • September 19th 9 AM – 11 AM – Breakfast at Ellport Family Restaurant in Ellwood City
  • September 19th at 6:30 PM – Jamestown Presbyterian Church
  • September 20th at 10:45 AM worship at Word Centered Fellowship in Masury, OH (Ingrid)
    at 10:45 AM worship at Bethany Presbyterian Church in Mercer (Debbie)
    at 7:30 PM reception at East Main Presbyterian Church in Grove City
Important Updates on Major Medical
Much can change over the course of a year, and the fall 2009 issue of theChurch Treasurer & Business Administrator News provides you with important updates from The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Pastors will also be interested.

Teacher Training to Meet Individual Needs!
The new internet program “Opening Doors to Discipleship” is available FREE to Presbyterians. It includes three courses: Teacher Training, Bible Background, and Reformed/Presbyterian Theology. Teachers can pick and choose training programs that they personally need. Churches can plan meetings to view and discuss certain training sessions. It’s amazing!
Two events are planned to introduce this resource:
  • Educator’s luncheon at the Presbytery – next Tuesday, September 29th at 11:30 AM
  • Teachers and Educators morning program at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Mercer – Saturday, October 3, 2009

PLEASE contact the Presbytery Office VERY SOON if you plan to attend one of these events. Call 724-528-1610 or email ched@shenango.org. We need to know how many are coming!!

PW Fall Gathering – Saturday, October 17
Learn something new about Communication at PW Fall Gathering! Check out the list of workshops and choose two to attend at Clen-Moore Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 17, 2009. Join us from 9 AM – 3 PM for a day of worship, learning and fellowship. Luncheon cost is $6. Registration deadline is October 12. Contact Nancy McMillan at 724-336-5623 for more information.

DVD Available
The Peacemaking DVD which we were unable to show at the Presbytery meeting last evening is available at the Presbytery Office for you to borrow. Note: This DVD is presented in VMA format – so it will not work with everyone’s laptop or projection system.

News from Our Churches

You’re Invited

Mahoning Presbyterian Church will be hosting “Blessing of the Animals” on October 3rd at 11:00 AM. Enjoy a puppet show and have lunch with your pet. Call 724-964-8954 for more information.

You’re Invited to an Anniversary Celebration

Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on October 4th at 11:00 AM with a reception luncheon to follow. Please RSVP to the church no later than September 18th at 724-376-2630.

Thai Dance and Drama Troupe at Tower Presbyterian
A team of dancers from Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand will present a one hour and thirty-minute program at Tower Presbyterian Church, Grove City on Monday, September 28 at 7:00 PM. The program will feature a number of dances from various regions of Thailand, as well at a traditional Thai melodrama (Likay) with English translation. All are invited to enjoy the performance.

Hungarian Dinner at Bethlehem
In conjunction with their 105th Birthday, the Bethlehem Presbyterian Church will be holding a Hungarian Dinner on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from Noon – 2:00 PM. The menu includes: Pigs in the blanket, Sausage, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered bread, Cake, Coffee and Tea. Adults $8.00; Children (under 6) $4.00. Reservations are required and take-outs are available at 11:00 AM. Contact Lilly Kobialko (330-448-8369) or Pastor Robbie (724-983-0194) for more information.

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Teacher Training Workshop at Pittsburgh Seminary

Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 8:00 to 3:00. This excellent annual event features a keynote speaker, workshops, lunch, bookstore, and lots of sharing with other teachers. Margaret will be driving and can take people who are interested. Call her at the Presbytery Office – 724-528-1610.

Likay Thai Folk Drama Traditional Dance – Come Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in the Hicks Chapel Auditorium for an evening of folk drama and traditional dance. PCUSA missionaries Rob Collins and Esther Wakeman have formed this dance group. Suggested donation is $5. This cultural event is sponsored by World Mission Initiative and the Evangelical Student Fellowship. If you have questions, contact Beth Arnold – earnold@pts.edu.


Needed / Offered

Director of Children’s Ministries (Part Time) at Highland, New Castle
For local Presbyterian Church. Experience and education required. Please request a job description at hiprch@verizon.net.

The Jamestown Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time youth director to work with Jr. and Sr. Highs. Job description and application form are avaialble under the “Youth Ministry” tab on the church’s website:http://www.jamestownpresbyterian.org.

eLink News

This Week

  • September 18- 12:30 PM Preparation for MInistry, Presbytery Office
  • September 22- 6:30 PM Presbytery Meeting, First Presbyterian Church, Greenville

News from the Presbytery Office

More Opportunities to Meet Ingrid Reneau (Please include this announcement in your church bulletin.)

Ingrid Reneau, our missionary to South Sudan, and Debbie Blane (a new missionary to Sudan, who’ll be heading over to Nile Theological Seminary to replace Barry Almy in a few weeks) will be here in Shenango Presbytery starting next week. Below are some places you could come to encourage them and hear them speak:
  • September 17th at 7 PM – New Wilmington Presbyterian Church
  • September 18th at 7:30 PM – Dessert at Miriam Gwin’s house. Call for directions 724-667-8321
  • September 19th 9 AM – 11 AM – Breakfast at Ellport Family Restaurant in Ellwood City
  • September 19th at 6:30 PM – Jamestown Presbyterian Church
  • September 20th at 10:45 AM worship at Word Centered Fellowship in Masury, OH (Ingrid)
    at 10:45 AM worship at Bethany Presbyterian Church in Mercer (Debbie)
    at 7:30 PM reception at East Main Presbyterian Church in Grove City
Important Updates on Major Medical
Much can change over the course of a year, and the fall 2009 issue of the Church Treasurer & Business Administrator News provides you with important updates from The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Pastors will also be interested.

Attention Educators!
An Easy Answer to Teacher Training:
  • Tuesday, September 29th – Luncheon at 11:30 AM at the Presbytery Office – See a demonstration of “Opening Doors to Discipleship” an Internet accessed teacher training program that teachers can do at home.
  • Saturday, October 3 – from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Mercer- a repeat of Tuesday’s demonstration.
If you would like to see this program for yourself, you will need to call Margaret at the Presbytery Office to get the access code for the program at openingdoorstodiscipleship.com.
PW Fall Gathering – Saturday, October 17
Learn something new about Communication at PW Fall Gathering! Check out the list of workshops and choose two to attend at Clen-Moore Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 17, 2009. Join us from 9 AM – 3 PM for a day of worship, learning and fellowship. Luncheon cost is $6. Registration deadline is October 12. Contact Nancy McMillan at 724-336-5623 for more information.

News from Our Churches

You’re Invited to an Anniversary Celebration

Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on October 4th at 11:00 AM with a reception luncheon to follow. Please RSVP to the church no later than September 18th at 724-376-2630.

Thai Dance and Drama Troupe at Tower Presbyterian
A team of dancers from Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand will present a one hour and thirty-minute program at Tower Presbyterian Church, Grove City on Monday, September 28 at 7:00 PM. The program will feature a number of dances from various regions of Thailand, as well at a traditional Thai melodrama (Likay) with English translation. All are invited to enjoy the performance.

Workshops, Conferences and Local Events

Coming to Westminster College: Dr. Donald Kraybill “The Riddle of the Amish Culture”
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 7:30 PM
Wallace Memorial Chapel, Westminster College
New Wilmington, PA
Free and open to the public.

Teacher Traninig Workshop at Pittsburgh Seminary
Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 8:00 to 3:00. This excellent annual event features a keynote speaker, workshops, lunch, bookstore, and lots of sharing with other teachers. Margaret will be driving and can take people who are interested. Call her at the Presbytery Office – 724-528-1610.

Needed / Offered

Director of Children’s Ministries (Part Time) at Highland, New Castle
For local Presbyterian Church. Experience and education required. Please request a job description at hiprch@verizon.net.

The Jamestown Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time youth director to work with Jr. and Sr. Highs. Job description and application form are avaialble under the “Youth Ministry” tab on the church’s website:http://www.jamestownpresbyterian.org.