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February 27, 2020
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Presbytery Enjoys Generous Fellowship at Westminster Charlottesville
Westminster Church in Charlottesville extended warm and generous hospitality to presbytery ministers, commissioners, guests, and staff on February 15. We appreciate their contribution to another successful meeting.

We also recognize and thank Rev. Diane Prevary for her service to the presbytery upon conclusion of her term as moderator. At the meeting, Diane passed the torch to Certified Christian Educator Leigh Anne Ring. Rev. Patrick Dennis (Tuckahoe) was installed as vice moderator.
 
SDOP Awards Grant to Basketball Outreach
At the presbytery meeting, POJ’s Self-Development of People Ministry announced their 2019 grant recipient, RVA League for Safer Streets. Founded by two men who were previously incarcerated, the organization uses basketball to attract young men away from neighborhood conflict. In addition, it provides life-skills training so players will have opportunities for success off the court. SDOP Ministry awarded the group a $7,000 grant to help it continue and expand its reach.  
Pictured: Ashley Diaz Mejias, Rev. Lauren Ramseur, Weldon Bunn, Robert Morris, Paul Taylor, and Lamar Lockhart (moderator, SDOP)
Honor Lent by Giving to One Great Hour of Sharing
Gifts to One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS), typically received duri ng the season of Lent, share God’s love with our neighbors in need around the world.

OGHS supports efforts to relieve hunger through the Presbyterian Hunger Program, assist in areas of disaster through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, and promote development and opportunity for poor, oppressed, and disad vantaged people through the Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People.

Send your gift to POJ using the 2020 remittance form to designate the funds to a specific ministry. Choose POJ's Hunger, Disaster Relief, and SDOP ministries to keep 100 percent of funds local. S hare your gift between POJ and worldwide needs by designating one or more of the PC(USA) ministries mentioned above.
Other News
Lecture Explores Buddhist Mindfulness
Union Presbyterian Seminary presents its annual Dawe Lecture on March 16. This year's event will address Cruciform Mindfulness, exploring how the Buddhist notion of mindfulness may relate to Christian theology .
Richmond Hill Hosts Celebration
To kick off its capital campaign, Preparing for the Next Generation of Ministry, Richmond Hill invites you to an evening of prayer, music, and celebration on March 17. The 7:30 event also includes worship at 5:30 and dinner at 6:30.
Board of Pensions Shares Federal Update
The Board of Pensions's Benefits Connect website now includes 2020 federal reporting requirements for churches. Log on to find information about the Affordable Care Act, housing allowances for ministers, and payroll tax obligations.
PC(USA) Agencies Organize Haiti Trip
Presbyterian Hunger Program, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, and mission co-worker Cindy Corell are organizing a trip to Haiti May 6-14. The deadline to sign up is March 18.
Stated Meetings
June 16
Presbytery of the James Stated Meeting
Salisbury PC, Midlothian
Overture deadline: April 21 at noon
Packet online: June 2
Oct 17
Presbytery of the James Stated Meeting
Orange PC, Orange
Overture deadline: Aug 20 at noon
Packet online: Oct 1
Calendar
March
21-22 -- High School Retreat, Camp Hanover
24 ------ God in Our World Older Adult Retreat, Camp Hanover
29 ------ Youth Day, Camp Hanover

April
25-26 -- Middle School Retreat, Camp Hanover
26 ------ Youth Day/Camp Fun Day, Camp Hanover
30 ------ Stronger Together Older Adult Conference, Montreat

May
2 -------- Presbyterian Women Spring Gathering

June
20-27 -- 224th General Assembly, Baltimore
Find details for these events and more online .
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