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ALWAYS WITH US? WHAT JESUS REALLY SAID
Liz Theoharis is Nancy Theoharis's daughter. They were both long-time members of the Presbytery of Milwaukee, having memberships at North Shore Presbyterian Church. Liz has recently written a book, which has been recommended by the General Assembly Co-Moderators as a denomination-wide read. Liz will be presenting her book at Big Tent this week, launching the new Poor People's Campaign with the Co-Moderators of the PC(USA). The book is titled Always With Us?: What Jesus Really Said About the Poor. It refutes some of the misinterpretations about God and poverty. Liz explains the book and its purpose here.
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PRAYERS, CONCERNS AND JOYS
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Susan Stoll is on vacation. Here is her Prayer Basket from last week: We continue to hold in prayer those who are in need of healing of body, mind, and spirit - and for....(READ MORE).
If you have a prayer request to share, please contact Susan Stoll at
[email protected]
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FIRST 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 First, Clinton.
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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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PRESBYTERIAN HABITAT HOUSE PROGRESS
On two Saturdays in May we framed the first and second floors of the Presbytery Habitat Home. The home is on the 2100 block of north 32nd street. Our future homeowner, Renee and her son worked with us. She has six children, four of which are grown and out of the home. We finished the trusses, roof and most of the siding during the June Habitat Blitz week. The rough
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OFFICER TRAINING SCHEDULED
Ruling elders and deacons are invited to a training session sponsored by the presbytery and offered through the Leadership Development Task Force. Saturday, September 16, in Mequon; Saturday, September 30, Beaver Dam.
Training will include:...(READ MORE).
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MEDIATION SKILLS TRAINING INSTITUTE AUGUST 7-11
We would like to make you aware of an interdenominational seminar, coming to the western suburbs of Chicago this summer, that has proven to be a blessing over the years to many clergy members as well as laypersons in position of church leadership.
What: Mediation Skills Training Institute;
When: August 7-11, 2017;
Where: Glen Ellyn, IL
Whether or not you are able to attend, we would appreciate any help you can provide in spreading the word about this exceptional training event, which is worth...(READ MORE). (BROCHURE).
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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR APOSTLE'S VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Apostle Presbyterian Church - 1509 S. 76th St, West Allis, WI 53214
Vacation Bible School: July 17-21, 2017 9 am - 12 noon. Register now!
Apostle 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 through 6th grade. Older kids and adults are encouraged to volunteer.
VBS is great fun no matter what your age!
Registration forms available from the church office: 414-476-2043
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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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AIDS AWARENESS DAY/HIV TESTING DAY
LOUISVILLE - The Presbyterian AIDS Network (PAN) encourages Presbyterians to observe Presbyterian AIDS Awareness Day on or near June 27. PAN is providing worship, advocacy, and informational resources to help individuals and congregations combat...(READ MORE).
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APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR TRIENNIUM PRODUCTION TEAM
The Presbyterian Youth Triennium is currently accepting application for the 2019 production team. The ecumenical gathering for high school aged students and accompanying adults is organized by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) and Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Biblically and...(READ MORE).
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INTERNATIONAL PEACEMAKER TO ADDRESS U.S. CHURCHES
LOUISVILLE - When the International Peacemakers begin their visits this fall in the U.S., churches will have a chance to hear about the life struggles of the people in Sri Lanka. Herman Kumara is a human rights defender who works primarily with food producers, specifically in...(READ MORE).
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MAP HIGHLIGHTS HISTORIC PRESBYTERIAN SITES IN ST. LOUIS
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WHERE LEADERSHIP THRIVES: SUMMER CAMP
CHICAGO - As the world tilts towards chaos and we stare down global uncertainty, it is not the mighty armies that make that make me feel safe. Nor does the knowledge coming out of universities bring me peace. Instead, I take solace in the fact that at this very moment, summer camps...(
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BEING CHRIST'S CHURCH DURING TIMES OF POLARIZATION
I remember how shocked I was the first time I heard the question. As I stood in the receiving line during my first year as an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), one of the parishioners asked point-blank, "Pastor, do you love Jesus or the social gospel?"
I laughed because for me the two were the same. "I'm not sure
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Ruach Words
- Teaching Elder Kathryn Craven's website offering worship liturgy.
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Parish Papers article for July, 2017. How Can We Help Immigrants?
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