Special meeting agenda, fire victim fund, older adult webinars, and more

AUGUST 16, 2023

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

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Donate to PDA Wildfire Fund to Aid Hawai'i Victims

Fires have devastated the islands of Maui and Hawai'i (The Big Island), leading to multiple deaths and losses to property in the billions. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in touch with a pastor on O'ahu and the Presbytery of the Pacific to discuss ways PDA can support those impacted by the fires. Help PDA's response by making a financial gift to DR000165: bit.ly/DR000165. Please join us in praying for the affected communities.

Registration Open for August Meeting

On August 29 via Zoom, Presbytery of the James will hold a special meeting to elect a temporary stated clerk. The meeting also will act on an amendment to the Manual for Administrative Operations and a report by the Committee on Nominations.

The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. Registration closes the day prior at 4 p.m. Please review the agenda and reports in advance.

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Limited Staff at Presbytery Office August 21-24

Due to vacations and professional development, staff availability at the presbytery office will be limited between August 21 and 24. Please call the office—(804) 262-2074 extension 304—before visiting to confirm that someone will be available to assist you.

Cook Appointed to PC(USA) Committee

PC(USA)’s co-moderators have appointed Rev. Jess Cook to serve on a special committee authorized by the 225th General Assembly (2022). The committee is tasked with writing a new confession. Please pray for them as they begin their important work.

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Registration is open for Massanetta's retreat for high school students and their leaders, coming November 17-19. Centered on worship, leadership development, and small group discussion, youth will explore PC(USA)’s Matthew 25 vision, particularly congregational vitality.

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Free Webinars Focus on Older Adult Issues

Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network (POAMN) has several free webinars coming up that may interest you or your community.

Utilizing the New Care Partner Toolkit

August 17, 1:00 p.m.

Older Adults and Caregivers Ministry and Outreach

August 22, 2:00 p.m.

Spirituality of Grief with Dr. Fran Shelton

August 24, 7:00 p.m.

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FAQs About Employee Retention Credit

Have questions about the Employee Retention Credit? Presbyterian Foundation has prepared a document to address this program made available through the CARES Act due to COVID-19.

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