Highlights of the 112th presbytery meetings

November 9, 2022

Information for ministers, educators, church administrators, clerks, and congregations

Highlights of the 112th Meeting

The 112^th stated meeting of Presbytery of the James was held on October 15. The meeting was conducted at Westminster (Richmond) and via Zoom. During worship, we remembered the ruling elders and ministers who entered the Church Triumphant in the past year. The meeting also recognized new minister members welcomed into the presbytery, approved two candidates for ordination, and conducted other business for the presbytery.

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Learn How to Prepare for an Active Shooter Incident

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency invites you to a two-hour security webinar to enhance your organization’s resilience in case of an active shooter incident. The event is November 22 at 9:00 a.m. Registration is limited to 350 participants and will close on November 21 at noon.

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South Plains Hosts Global Gift Fair

Purchase with purpose at South Plains Church's global Christmas fair. The event is a global marketplace featuring gifts made by international free trade artisan groups and fair trade food products. On Saturday, November 19, visit between 9:00 a.m. and 3 p.m. The hours on Sunday, November 20, are noon to 2 p.m.

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New Hanover's Project Pie Benefits Flood Victims

New Hanover Church is raising money to help flood victims in Florida, Kentucky, Pakistan, and Nigeria through the sale of homemade pies. They offer three varieties of dessert pie and one quiche for your Thanksgiving events. The mission team of New Hanover is funding the baking supplies for Project Pie and will match funds raised, up to $2,500.

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Inspire Others With Your Older Adult Outreach and Event Ideas

Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network (POAMN) seeks articles for the 2023 Older Adult Month Planning Guide. Share your program, partnership, or event to inspire other congregations in service and outreach to older adults. Articles should be 500-2,000 words in length and address the “how to” of ministry with older adults through multicultural and/or intergenerational engagement.

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Presbyteries Plan Joint Mission Trip to Guatemala

Join Presbytery of the James and Presbytery of the Peaks on a joint mission and learning trip to Guatemala in April 2023. Engage with our mission partner, CEDEPCA (Protestant Center for Pastoral Studies in Central America), to experience their dynamic approach to mission and transformation. Meet amazing people whose lives God has changed through CEDEPCA. Financial assistance is available for Presbytery of the James congregation members. For more information, contact Mary Jane Winter, trip coordinator for POJ.