See firsthand how your gifts to the 2014 One Great Hour of Sharing supported the ministries of Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Presbyterian Hunger Program, and Self-Development of People:
Going on retreat, a practice modeled by Jesus himself (Mark 6:45–46), has long been a cornerstone of Christian faith formation. A retreat provides an intentional time apart to experience a new awareness of the presence of God. It encourages an unhurried pace conducive to rest and relaxation, which allows one to return to daily life renewed for the high call of discipleship. Retreats are great for youth, families, and adult groups, as well as for organizations and sessions.
A good retreat is well organized. This retreat planner guide from Menucha Conference Center near Portland, Oregon can be adapted for use …
Rev. Betty Angelini, Crestfield Camp and Conference Center, Pittsburgh Presbytery
Imagine your church filled with children and youth joyfully singing, laughing and sharing-not just during a week in the summer but throughout the year. Imagine youth and young adults sharing in the leadership responsibilities of such activities. These children, youth and young adults are from your church and from your community, eager to come and be in relationship with caring individuals who share the love of Jesus. This image and the vibrancy that comes with it can be more than just a dream. This vitality is happening in churches within …
The summer camp and retreat center you relate to can become a significant partner in outreach ministry. Popping up around the country are some innovative centers engaging in alleviating hunger, combatting climate change, supporting missionaries and their families, helping with disaster assistance, promoting local food production, and more. Ferncliff Camp in Arkansas has forged a number of ministry partnerships. Find out how and learn how you can do this at your camp.
At summer camp it is impossible to not experience the transformative love of God. From first thing in the morning as we raise our voices in praise to the quiet devotion conversations in the cabin as the sun goes down, each day is filled and overflowing with the joy of the Lord. The growth at camp happens at every level. One child will grow emotionally, learning to navigate new friendships. Another will grow physically, being challenged by a ropes course. Another child will grow spiritually, learning that they are loved and forgiven for the first time. Campers, staff, parents, volunteers, …
Download this editable Word version of Presbyterian Women's first-quarter 2015 newsletter for PW leaders.
The PW quarterly newsletter highlights recent news from Presbyterian Women at the churchwide level. Find reports from PW groups about Together in Action Days, news about the 2015 Churchwide Gathering, information about upcoming celebrations, an order form for Birthday Offering materials, fliers and more. This issue is dated February–April 2015 and reflects news reported through January 31, 2015.
Note: This resource is also distributed as a print piece, mailed with enclosures. This download includes electronic copies of some of the inserts.
Note 2: For an editable Word document, click here.
Use this packet to promote giving to the Birthday Offering in your congregation, presbytery or synod. The packet includes an invitation letter, impact stories, a dedication service (in English and Spanish), information about the recipients, ways to support the Birthday Offering, how to access PW resources, sample poster and an order form.
In this issue, you'll meet young adult Presbyterian leaders. You'll meet Asian young adult leaders, who wrestled with the theme of "New Leadership in a Changing Environment" at the Pan Asian English Ministries Pastors' Conference. You will be introduced to young women who attended the Commission on the Status of Women in New York and some who shared their hopes for the church with us at a Season of Listening with the Young Adult Women event held this summer. You'll also learn about new staff in Racial Ethnic & Women's Ministries, as well as upcoming events.
Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table Participants Book is a seven-session curriculum for congregations that explores the relationship between the way we eat and the way we live, published by the Presbyterian Hunger Program. This version was adapted for use in African American Congregations with the partnership of several churches in the Chicago area.
The study uses scripture, prayer and stories from the local and global community to explore five key aspects of our relationship with food: