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| This Week in PNEC --- June 7, 2018 - June 15, 2018 |
| TO CONTACT US OR TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS 431 Delaware Ave., Palmerton, PA18071; www.pnec.org website 610-826-3113; FAX 610-826-546 Bonnie Bates bonnieb@pnec.org Gilberto Garcia Rodriguez gilbertor@pnec.org Christian Creyer christianc@pnec.org Barbara Jennings barbaraj@pnec.org Patty Rehrig pattyr@pnec.org IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO INCLUDE IN "THIS WEEK IN PNEC" PLEASE EMAIL IT TO pattyr@pnec.org |
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Guatemala Volcano
 The Volcano de Fuego (Volcano of Fire) erupted in Guatemala on June 3. There were five "states" affected by the lava and ash; Guatemala, Chimaltenango, Antigua, Sacatepequez, and Esquitla. Many, many families have been displaced by this. Many are dead.
We received word from our friends in Guatemala that all of their families are safe. They are affected by the ash residue but their homes are fine, too.
The Conecjo Ecumenical Council, our partners, will let us know how we can help. Right now we need to pray for the families who have lost loved ones and those who need to find a place to live.
According to the disaster response team of Guatemala, 1,700,000+ people have been affected. Ashes are still falling on areas around the volcano.
They also recorded an earthquake of 4.9 magnitude on Monday. and a second eruption of the volcano on Tuesday June 5.
Our hope is that the government of Guatemala will step up and give aid to these people.
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| FREE RESOURCES!! The Penn Northeast Conference Resource Center has ceased to exist over the last few years. There are many resources at the Conference Office that are free for the taking. If you would like to come and browse, please let us know, or if you are at the Office for a meeting, feel free to fill a box or two!! |
| Joint Conference Vision & Development Team Summer Zoom Discussions The JCVDT is inviting YOU to scheduled Zoom discussions on three separate dates with three separate questions to inform our work to create a new Conference. The dates are Monday, June 18; Tuesday, July 17; Wednesday, August 28. Click to view the flyer/registration form/instructions for Zoom The information is also available on our website www.pnec.org |
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Pennsylvania Academy of Ministry
a 3-part educational series called
Consistory/Council 101
September 15th, October 6th and October 27th
10AM - 12 Noon
The 3 sessions are titled: (Sept. 15th)-Making Our Church Meetings Effective, (Oct. 6th)-Pastor and People Working Together and finally (Oct. 27th)-Connecting Beyond Ourselves. We are asking all Consistory/Council Presidents to place this educational opportunity on their upcoming agenda for consideration. We are looking at presenting this course via LIVE STREAM to locations in EACH of the Penn Northeast, Penn Central and Pennsylvania Southeast Conferences where groups of laity can join together in viewing the presentations and participate in discussion questions. Download your Registration Form
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THE ECUMENICAL SOCIETY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, USA
2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
"Mary, Disciple of the Lord: Suffering"
July 26-28, 2018
Please register by July 6
Misericordia University, 301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA
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Introducing the Global Ministries
FESTIVAL OF STORIES!
It's happening during the month of June on various online platforms. Throughout the Festival of Stories, you'll learn about how individuals and churches are supporting Global Ministries and international partners in unique ways. You'll also have opportunities to share stories about how you and/or your congregation, region/conference are involved, too!
Stories will be shared in the following ways:
* Through Facebook and Twitter with special opportunities to share YOUR stories.
* Through Instagram (@globalministries) and Snapchat (globalminuccdoc) with opportunities to hear from Global Ministries supporters from all over the USA and Canada.
We are excited to see what stories we will tell together over the next month!
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| Young People Making Peace Summer Day Camp July 23-27, 2018 from 9AM to Noon First Presb. Church, Allentown For children ages 5-14 who have completed kindergarten to 8th grade Five mornings of stories, songs, games, crafts and learning activities related to the broad topic of peace and justice. **Peace Training for those who have completed 7th & 8th grade. Sliding-Scale fee: $10 to $40 per child for the week. Sponsored by Lehigh-Pocono Committee of Concern for more information or to register, call 610-691-8730. Space is limited. |
| THIS IS IT !!!!! Dear Authorized Ministers of PNEC,
We have been informed that it is the responsibility of each authorized minister to assure that their professional portfolio is kept current which includes the following: an annual information form with the authorized minister's current address, telephone number, mobile number, email address, current place of ministry, Area Mission Council and/or other authorized collegial support groups you attend on a regular basis, any changes in continuing education and a copy of most recent boundary training certificate.
This is a gentle reminder of the covenant made when becoming authorized ministers in the UCC when we accepted God's call to ministry.
We pray that you take the time to fill out the attached/enclosed documents (they can also be found on PNEC website at www.pnec.org under the Ministry tab) and return them immediately by mail or email to:
Patty Jo Rehrig,
Conference Secretary
Penn Northeast Conference, 431 Delaware Ave, Palmerton, PA 18071
- The Oversight Working Group
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Amigos de Guatemala want you to stay in the know!
We want to share our excitement and our hope. The roof is going on for the clinic and we are building lists of supplies we will need and of medical people who would like to go to Monte Margarita, starting in 2019.
If we have never been to your church, we have beautiful handicrafts to sell and an updated Power Point with lots of photos to share in your worship service or a small group. For more information contact Roger or Karen Heim at rksdheim@rcn.com or 610.481.9704 or the conference office.
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REGIONAL YOUTH EVENT
For those registered for the Eastern Regional Youth Event at California State Universtiy (if you haven't there's still time) there will be a
Pre-gathering of Youth, chaperones and leaders on June 10th at Union UCC, 5550 Route 873, Neffs from 3:30-5PM. All necessary details will be discussed and it's a chance to meet the other youth who will be attending! We'll have some snacks and fun time, too!
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Registration for the Eastern Regional Youth Event at California State Universtiy is still open!
Have you registered? If not, click the link below!!
The PNEC planning team is discussing transportation to the event, paperwork needed and a pregathering!
For those registered for the Eastern Regional Youth Event at California State University (if you haven't there's still time) there will be a Pre-gathering of Youth, chaperones and leaders on June 10th at Neff's Church 3:30PM-5PM. All necessary details will be discussed and it's a chance to meet the other youth who will be attending! We'll have some snacks and fun time, too!
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| Looking for an Interesting Series? Consider exploring UCC Polity - for congregations, new members, committees & more... Enrich Your UCC Identity - simply press "play" on the vimeo site to learn from diverse UCC leaders about our faith and our governance, our beginnings and our future, our worship and our witness. Make the UCC Story YOUR Story - How do you experience God in this denomination that proclaims a stillspeaking God? Download easy-to-use discussion guides for conversation. Choose Your Own Polity Path - use this adaptable curriculum with your small group, conference board, new member calls, confirmation program and more. Each learning session includes a facilitator guide, video, resources, and activities to help folks explore the unique history, governance structure, and theological commitments of the UCC. You can access all the lessons and resources by clicking here, as well as download any files you need. The complete facilitator guide is available for purchase. - Holly Millershank, MESA 216-736-3881 |
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2018 Boundaries Workshops
"Essential Boundaries for Wise Leaders"
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod Essential Boundaries for Wise Leaders training program is designed to enrich both our opportunity and responsibility as leaders for Christ's church.
2018 Workshops will be held:
Tuesday, October 23 - St. Paul's Lutheran, Dallas
Wednesday, October 24 - Christ Hamilton United,
Stroudsburg
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ONLINE UCC History, Theology and Polity Course
June/July 2018
The instructor will be Rev. David Gaewski, Conference Minister of the New York Conference, UCC. Classes are from 9:30-3:30 on June 16, 23, 30 & July 7. The platform utilized will be Zoom Video Conferencing (zoom.us) The tuition will be $475. For more information contact course administrator, Ms. Diana Pelletier, at dkluscombe@msn.com
Payments should be sent to: Diana Pelletier, 114 Munro Dr., Camillus, NY 13031. Make checks payable to Oneida Association UCC.
A syllabus is available upon request. Laity, Members in Discernment and Privilege of Call candidates are all invited!
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On-line Polity Class geared towards Ministerial Authorization
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For the complete list of churches who are searching for organists, choir directors sextons, pianist, etc., etc., and also churches who are giving away items, please CLICK HERE |
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