Connecting and equipping congregations to bear witness to the overwhelming hope, audacious joy, and contagious love of Jesus Christ. |
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by Lisa Allgood, Executive Presbyter
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Be a part of the future of the Presbyterian Church (USA)!
Interested in being a Commissioner to the 2022 PC(USA) General Assembly?
Now accepting applications for Teaching and Ruling Elders and Young Adult Advisory Delegates
to represent the Presbytery of Cincinnati
at the 225th General Assembly
From Lament to Hope (Hebrews 11:1)
- Saturday June 18, 2022 – Online Plenary 1-3
- Sunday June 19, 2022 Worship – Juneteenth Service
- June 20 – July 2, 2022 – Louisville, Committee Meetings
- July 5 – 9, 2022 – Online Plenary 4-17
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Tuesday 11 May
9:30AM Bible Study for Pastors and Preachers, by Zoom (Rev. Stacey Midge)
Tuesday 11 May
5:30AM Presbytery Gathering, by Zoom
Wednesday 12 May
12:30PM Committee on Representation Meeting, by Zoom
Tuesday 18 May
9:30AM Bible Study for Pastors and Preachers, by Zoom (Rev. Stacey Midge)
Thursday 20 May
10:30AM Committee on Preparation for Ministry, by Zoom
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Presbytery of Cincinnati
Upcoming Events
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Presbytery Gathering
11 May 2021 6:00PM, by Zoom
Zoom will open at 5:30PM
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Required Boundaries Training
Per the policy of the Presbytery, completion of this course is required for all ruling elders commissioned to pastoral service and all teaching elders currently serving a congregation. It is strongly recommended for all teaching elders, including those who are HR.
This year the Synod is sponsoring 3 Boundaries trainings. Please register for the session that best fits your schedule. Each training will be 5 hours online via zoom, 2.5 hours each day for 2 consecutive days. (5 CEUs will be granted upon completion of the program.)
- May 18 and 19, 9:00-11:30 AM Eastern each day (Registration Deadline 5/5/21)
- August 18 and 19, 6:00 – 8:30 PM Eastern each day (Registration Deadline 8/5/21)
- November 9 and 10, 9:00 – 11:30 AM Eastern each day (Registration Deadline 10/27/21)
You’ll receive the zoom information after you register. Once you’ve completed the course, please send the completion certificate to the Presbytery office.
If you are a pastor who has joined the Presbytery within the last year and completed Boundaries training at your former Presbytery, please send the certificate of completion to the Presbytery office.
There is no cost for these trainings. Your Presbytery and Synod are investing in your leadership by providing these workshops for free.
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Planning Calendars for 2021-2022!
We will put in an order for the Presbytery!
$10 per calendar.
Please email DawnMarie your church name, contact (name, email, phone), and the number of calendars you want by June 15, 2021.
Please mail checks to DawnMarie at the Presbytery office by August 15, 2021.
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Postage Machine
Are you getting ready to renew your lease contract?
Do you know any organization/business that will be doing so in the near future?
Please consider taking over the current lease contract from the Presbytery Office.
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Knox Presbyterian Church - Communication and Technology Specialist
Knox Presbyterian Church seeks one or more candidates to build on and develop further a robust program of effective communication strategies and worship resources for internal and external audiences employing various forms of print and digital media.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Preferred start date is June 1, 2021.
The position is open until filled.
Please submit statement of interest and resume to hr@knox.org
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Higher Education Scholarships for Christian Leaders
Students in undergrad, associates, vocational, or their first theology Masters program are encouraged to apply for these scholarships.
Applications due 5/31/21
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Preaching Institutes
For non-COVID related reasons the Presbytery will not be offering the Ruling Elder Preaching Institute in 2021, BUT…
here are some ways for Ruling Elders to get some training:
- Maumee Valley Presbytery is offering a two-day workshop by zoom on Saturdays May 8 and 22 for people who might want to preach in their home church/get their feet wet.
- Alma College/Lake Huron Presbytery is offering a four Thursday evening workshop by zoom beginning on July 8 to help train people to go on a supply preaching list
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And if you are a frequent preacher, there’s a Synod opportunity for you as well!
The Synod Executive, Rev. Dr. Chip Hardwick, is offering a series of one-off workshops for frequent preachers, beginning on Wednesday May 5, called “How to Preach on Social Justice without Losing your Convictions or Getting Fired” – an amazing set of conversations!
More details at the link here:
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‘Ministering to Ministers’ now part of Columbia Theological Seminary’s Center for Lifelong Learning
“What could have been a terrible ordeal for our family became something that will serve as a springboard for further ministry. During the retreat we found a light at the end of a dark tunnel and a roadmap to wellness that has enabled us to thrive in adverse conditions,” said a former Ministry participant.
The Center for Lifelong Learning will expand its services to church clergy through the Ministering to Ministers program, under the umbrella of its Pastoral Excellence Programs.
UPCOMING EVENT:
Transition into Wellness Retreats for ministers and their spouses. This signature event offers clergy and their spouses an opportunity to share in a restorative experience with ministry peers.
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VBS Resources – it’s not too early! |
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Stewardship Kaleidoscope – Right here in Cincinnati!
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Stewardship Kaleidoscope 2021 will be in Cincinnati, OH, September 13-15, as well as offering a virtual experience. This annual conference offers education, worship, and amazing opportunities for growth in stewardship and generosity.
This year we are excited to announce that Tod Bolsinger of Fuller Theological Seminary and author of Canoeing the Mountains and Tempered Resilience will join us for two plenary sessions, with the Rev. Dr. J. Herbert Nelson II, Stated Clerk of the PC(USA), leading us in worship.
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The Presbytery of Cincinnati is partnering with the Presbyterian Missions Agency on this event, and the offering will go toward our mission partner
Our Daily Bread!
We will have more than two dozen workshops for in-person attendees that address topics from the spirituality of stewardship to practical tools for managing pledge campaigns.
Stewardship Kaleidoscope draws leaders from across the Presbyterian Church (USA) and other ecumenical partners with content designed to help participants explore stewardship that has a real impact on ministry.
Registration is OPEN!
We are looking forward to hosting a hybrid conference that includes both in-person and virtual experiences. If you are registering for the in-person event you will be asked to select workshops for each of four blocks. If you are registering for the virtual event you will automatically be registered for the virtual workshop offering.
A link to access the online event will be emailed prior to the event itself. A complete schedule of the virtual programming can be found here.
If you are attending in-person, you will also need to make your hotel reservations. You can find more information about the conference hotels and how to make reservations with the conference rate by clicking here.
We will be observing recommended covid safety protocols for in-person attendees. Details on what to expect will be shared as we get closer to the conference date.
To register, select your registration type by clicking a button below:
DON’T MISS THIS EVENT!
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Lakeside supports Matthew 25 Ministries in Cincinnati
The May Giving Barrel
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Indian Hill
After worship on the lawn,
Snow White and Prince Charming led families to the
backyard to watch
Backyard Broadway perform
Snow White.
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Heritage
Prepares Pentecost Party Pails
for at-home Pentecost Parties!
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The Presbytery Office
Lisa will largely be in the office, but most of the time staff will work remotely and we will keep the Presbytery Office closed to the public for the immediate future.
Anyone needing to come to the Presbytery Office call Lisa on her cell at 513/885-5434.
Masks are required and sanitizer is available in the office.
All committees should plan to schedule meetings/ministry teams/work groups via Zoom.
Thank you for your cooperation. Stay safe!! We are praying for you all!!!
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Presbytery of Cincinnati Mission Partner |
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Presbytery of Cincinnati Campus Partners
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PRESBYTERY STAFF AND OFFICERS |
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Rev. Carol Holbrook Prickett, Moderator
Elder Carol Buckhout, Vice Moderator
Elder Bill Bogdan, Council Chair
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The Presbytery of Cincinnati | 513-221-4850 | 4309 Cooper Rd. Cinti., OH 45242 | Website
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