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Update from Presbytery Council
On May 1, at the conclusion of our presbytery business meeting, the Transitional Presbytery Leader Mary McClung Quam and Council Moderator Rob Ater, led the presbytery in a workshop and reflection time centered around seven "values" that we are exploring together as a way of affirming our shared call to mission and ministry as a governing body of the Presbyterian Church (USA). These values were...(
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PRAYERS, CONCERNS AND JOYS
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Please pray for all those - near and far - who may be going through difficult days of grief and sorrow, anxiety, fear, ill health, confusion, trauma, and other life issues that disrupt one's sense of security, wellbeing, and peace. We may know them by...(READ MORE).
If you have a prayer request to share, please contact Susan Stoll at
[email protected]
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NORTH LIMA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
We lift up one of our congre
gations each week in Fresh Impressions, inviting you to learn more about your sister congregations and keep them in your prayers. This week we are lifting up North Lima, Whitewater.
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CONTRIBUTIONS TO FRESH IMPRESSIONS
If you have an activity or event happening in your congregation and want to share it with our readers, please send it my way. We look forward to the inspiration!
[email protected].
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BE IN THE PRESBYTERY'S WEBSITE
We have a page in our website dedicated to finding a congregation. And we'd like to feature yours! Some of the church photos are there, some are not. Please send a photo of your church if you'd like to be included. Send to
[email protected]. The Presbytery's
website.
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ENROLL NOW FOR INTERIM MINISTRY TRAINING INSTITUTE
The Interim Ministry Training Institute is an intensive program offered over an eight-month period with monthly gatherings in central WI. Preparatory readings, presentation, small group discussion, case study analysis, and practicum assignments teach both theory and practice and allow for individual coaching. Both fully-supported and part-time models of doing interim ministry are valued. Offered inter-denominationally. This course can also be beneficial to pastors in settled positions guiding their congregation through an intentional time of transition and change. Information and registration at
www.sandburconsulting.com
or contact
[email protected]
. Brochure here.
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REGISTRATION OPEN NOW FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church
Vacation Bible School: June 12-16, 2017 9am-12noon
Registration is open! Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church invites children to soar with us at VBS Hero Central! Through story, song and play the children will learn how they can discover their super strength through God. We welcome children from three years old (before September 2016) through those who just completed the 5th grade. Older kids and adults are encouraged to volunteer. VBS is great fun no matter what your age! More info and registration:
http://2017.cokesburyvbs.com/WauwatosaPresbyterian
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Beginning this week and going through Labor Day, the Presbytery of Milwaukee office will be open regular hours, 8:30 - 4:30, Monday through Thursday, and closed on Fridays.
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SERIES FOR SPIRITUAL LEADERS: REGARDING RULING ELDERS
From the PC(USA): There is something so compelling about a thoughtful ninety-year-old asking you questions about God. I was intrigued.
Her name was Marion, and she had invited me, the new pastor's wife, over for tea and cookies. As we chatted, she pointed to a tall stack of...(READ MORE).
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SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED FOR SUMMER CAMPS
The Partnerships Team is again offering Camp Scholarships to those attending summer camp! Please find the application form on our website, www.pbymilwaukee.org under "Work of the Presbytery/Partnerships" or click here to print out the form and fill out manually.
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GHANA PARTNERSHIP UPDATES
The Ghana Partnership Team is again looking for people from Milwaukee Presbytery who would be interested in being part of the Milwaukee Presbytery Delegation to visit our Dangme -Tongu Partner Presbytery in Ghana.
Following our wonderful...(READ MORE).
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PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. - The Presbyterian Foundation is accepting applications for a newly established Church Financial Leadership Grant. Grant applicants must be a pastor, commissioned lay pastor (CLP), or leader of a 1001 New Worshiping..
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Saturday, June 3, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Food, Rummage, Silent Auction, Raffles and musical performances by Mr. E and Danny Moore and the Boogie Woogie Flu
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.More info
here
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REGISTER FOR BIG TENT 2017
Tell your friends and colleagues to meet you in St. Louis! Registration is now open for this year's Big Tent that will take place on the campus of Washington University, July 6-8th in St. Louis, Missouri. The theme of this year's conference is Race, Reconciliation, and the Reformation...More info here.
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MUSICIAN(S), GATHERING FOR A CAUSE
Forest Park Presbyterian church has an annual event called Gathering for a Cause. This is a mission project to give back to the community. This outdoor event at the church includes a variety of artists, crafters, vendors, food, rummage sale and raffles. We are looking for a musician or small musical...More information here.
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Looking for an experience like none other this summer? Are you seeking a summer filled with memories, adventures, faith, and friends? Or do you know of an individual who is? Pilgrim Center and Moon Beach are looking for summer staff for counseling, support roles, as well as lifeguards and program areas. Please visit our website at
www.ucci.org or contact either site for more information.
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Ruach Words
- Teaching Elder Kathryn Craven's website offering worship liturgy.
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Parish Papers available here. Two new articles featured:
Ministry in the Midst of Tragedy and
Financing the Local Church: What Does It Cost?
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