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ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING OFFERING "SHARING BRINGS JOY. TO OTHERS. TO GOD, AND TO US" Through abundant and generous gifts to One Great Hour of Sharing, Presbyterians have for many years faithfully heeded God's call to serve people seeking to reclaim and restore their lives. ****** The next FOOTHILLS PRESBYTERY STATED MEETING #94 will be Sunday, August 9 at Roberts Church 2716 Highway 187 South in Anderson ****** Thornwell Home for Children www.thornwell.org -------- SOUTH CAROLINA INN AT MONTREAT Keep the South Carolina Inn in mind when you start making your summer plans. If you plan to attend a conference at Montreat or just want some time away in the beautiful mountains, you can find room in the South Carolina Inn or the Kirk Apartments. Give Chuck a call to inquire about options and to make reservations - 828-669-7460 or cell phone 828-230-5171. --------
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August Presbytery Meeting
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The next FOOTHILLS PRESBYTERY STATED MEETING #94 will be Sunday, August 9 at Roberts Church 2716 Highway 187 South in Anderson at 2pm (registration will begin at 1pm) |
GA Overture Forums |
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ENGAGE in GA Overture Reform Work: Opening the conversation of reform West Region: Tuesday, July 28th at 5:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church Anderson 302 W. Whitner Street, Anderson East Region: Wednesday, July 29th at 5:30 p.m First Presbyterian Church Spartanburg 393 East Main Street, Spartanburg Central Region: Wednesday, August 5 at 5:30 p.m. Fourth Presbyterian Church in Greenville 703 E. Washington Street, Greenville We encourage all those interested to attend one of these forums. An RSVP will be helpful and appreciated. Please respond via e-mail to LeAnne White at lwhite@foothillspresbytery.org or call the office at 864-288-5774. |
Youth Ministry Round Table |
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Youth Ministry Leader's ROUNDTABLE Tuesday August 4
Youth Directors/Ministers are
invited to "talk shop"
from 12:30-2:00 pm at the Presbytery Office
Future Youth Ministry Leaders Roundtable Meetings:
October 6 December 1
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Smaller Church Gathering |
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Small Church Gathering
At our last gathering we asked you,
at
"What will be most helpful for our next gathering?"
Therefore, this month we will focus on:
- Sustainability in Ministry - Who is doing it? What works? What doesn't?
- Rebirthing the Small(er) Church - How do we interrupt the usual life cycle and become a "two hump" church?
Light super served. Please RSVP by clicking here |
Small Church Workshop! |
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Spiritual Formation/Christian Education in the Small Church
Workshop -
Saturday,
August 15,
9:30 am - 3 pm
at McCarter Presbyterian Church
"The Notebook Brigade" topics for August 15, 2015:
AM -- Teaching "A Few" Children and/or Youth
PM -- "Kicking Off" Your Programs for the New School Year
Advent/Christmas/Epiphany Ideas/Resources
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STEPS 2015
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2015 S.T.E.P.S.
Studying + Teaching + Equipping + Praying + Serving
August 29th
at the
Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church
Charleston Atlantic Presbytery event Workshops for ANYONE striving to grow in their Christian faith, service and knowledge of the church. Registration information is available at your church and at www.capresbytery.org |
Early Fall Weekend at the Inn |
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"An Early Fall Weekend at the Inn"
September 11-13, 2015
7:30 pm on Friday - 10 am on Sunday
Featuring time and discussion with Tim Owens, author of
The Search Committee
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Cradfting your Way through ADVENT! |
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The South Carolina Inn
at Montreat
presents
Crafting Your Way Through Advent
and
the 12 Days of Christmas
September 21-23, 2015
(2 pm on Monday - 9:30 am on Wednesday)
Leaders: Nancy Welch, Tom Malone,
Gail West
Registration deadline: Aug. 25
See full flier
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Tom Malone - Used Book Sale |
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BOOKS FOR SALE --
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Seminary for a Day-Union |
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Seminary for a Day began on the Richmond campus in 2012 as a bicentennial celebration event, designed to opening the seminary up to the church. Enjoy a full day of keynote addresses and workshops, connections with old friends and new, and a taste of what seminary education is like. The day features the faculty and staff of UPSem in Richmond. There will be workshops in the morning and afternoon; choose one workshop in the morning and one in the afternoon. Read More Event Location: Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, 3401 Brook Road Registration: $25 includes refreshments and a box lunch on campus - Register by September 18 in order to ensure you will receive a lunch CEUs: 0.5 For: Church leaders and members, clergy, and those interested in learning more about their faith For more information and to register go to http://www.upsem.edu/sfaday |
Employment Opportunities |
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Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church Youth Director As a spiritual mentor for the youth of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church (GCPC), the Youth Director should strive to set the example of Christ; and, seek to live into that example through compassion, friendship, direction, and leadership that fosters faith in, and love for, God.
-------------------------- Tyger River Presbyterian Church Janitor/Sexton 20 hours per week STARTING SALARY: $11.50 per hour JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing janitorial and maintenance duties for the church buildings To Apply send resume to: Mfoster517@gmail.com -----------------------------
John Knox Presbyterian Church Interim Director of Children's Ministries This individual will be responsible for working with the Christian Education Committee and pastoral staff on all aspects of Christian education and programming for children, ranging from infants through 5th grade. Current programs include both Sunday School and Wednesday night offerings. Read More Please send resumes and references to the following email address, indicating that you are applying for the Interim Director of Children's Ministries position: johnknoxjobs@gmail.com ------------------------------ St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Child Development Center Floater/Substitute Teacher Position Looking for a loving, Christian child care provider to assist teachers. A flexible nature is needed for this 'floater' position. A variety of duties are involved on a daily basis including, but not limited to, household cleaning, aiding classroom activities, giving staff breaks, and subbing for teachers. Daily shifts range between hours of 7 am and 6 pm. Candidate must be fully qualified through DSS or have a degree in a related field. If you enjoy having a hand in many areas of the child care arena, love how every day brings new challenges, and feel rewarded by the knowledge that you play a vital role in the lives of children- this job's for you!
Send resumes/references to Tami
---------------------------- St. Giles Presbyterian Church Director of Youth Ministries Position Purpose: In close coordination with the Youth Subcommittee of the Christian Education Committee and the pastoral staff, the Director of Youth Ministries shall coordinate youth programming for middle school youth (New Hopes - sixth through eighth grades) and high school youth (Joyonyas - ninth through twelfth grades). The Director of Youth Ministry shall seek to foster Christian community among our youth advisors, youth, youth families, and congregation that strengthens their commitment and growth in faith in Jesus Christ. Full Job Description |
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Rainer, Thom S. Autopsy of a deceased church: 12 ways to keep yours alive
B & H Publishing, ©2014. (262.0017 Rainer)
For more than 25 years, Dr. Thom Rainer has helped churches grow, reverse the trends of decline, and has autopsied those that have died. From this experience he has discovered consistent themes among churches that have died and lessons on how to keep a congregation alive.
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Coming Up.... |
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Mark your Calendars
Dates to Remember
July 21
Equipping the Saints Team Meeting
July 23 Committee on Preparation Meeting & Small Church Gathering
July 28 Mission Team Meeting & GA Forum at First Anderson
July 29 GA Forum at First Spartanburg
July 30 Committee on Ministry Meeting
August 4 Youth Leaders Round Table
August 5
GA Forum at Fourth Church
August 7 PYC Planning Day
The next FOOTHILLS PRESBYTERY STATED MEETING #94 will be Sunday, August 9 at Roberts Church -
2716 Highway 187 South, Anderson
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