Issue 240 | June 22, 2023 | |
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A Word from our General Presbyter
I feel the clock running out. It brings a certain sense of freedom. When certain groups say, “Let’s schedule our next meeting in September,” I think, “I don’t have to worry about that.” Sometimes I’ll write the meeting date down on the calendar anyway. Sometimes I don’t. There’s also a certain sense of regret – things I could have done better or at least done differently as well as things that I know I’m not going to be able to wrap up before I get off the bus. Perhaps the deepest sense of regret comes from the fact that the Bluestone Working Group won’t be able to finish its work before July 31.
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Last call to order 2023-24 Presbyterian planning calendars
The order deadline to get a Presbyterian planning calendar from PWV is tomorrow: Friday, June 23. These calendars, which run September through next December, will be $11 through us, which will save you $6 off the retail cost through the PC(USA) Store. If the above link doesn't work, email office@wvpresbytery.org or call 304-744-7634 and speak to Amy Robinson or leave her a message with your name, church, and the number of calendars you need. The price is for pickup at the August 17 Presbytery meeting at Fayetteville Presbyterian Church or regional delivery from PWV staff after that; if we mail your order to you, there will be an additional postage fee, calculated according to order size. An invoice for your total cost will be included with your order; it will contain information on how to pay online by credit card or through the mail/in person by check.
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Order copies of the 2023-2025 Book of Order
The 2023-2025 Book of Order includes the fully revised Church Discipline section as well as significant changes including new congregational policies. The Presbytery will place a bulk order for a cost of $9 per book, which includes the cost of shipping to the Presbytery. This price is for those books picked up from Charleston or a “regional” delivery location; any books mailed from the Presbytery to you will incur an additional delivery fee. Deadline for all orders is Monday, July 31. All pastors, especially those who moderate sessions, are strongly encouraged to update their Book of Order.
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Commissioned Pastor & Authorized Lay Preacher Retreat
Aug. 4-5 (Friday evening and Saturday) at Jackson's Mill, Weston
"Saints Together in Ministry: Learning, Sharing, Building Relationships" is the theme for this retreat, which will connect and reconnect participants with other Commissioned Pastors and Authorized Lay Preachers serving in the presbytery, prepare for preaching in Advent, discuss the book Being Presbyterian in the Bible Belt, and more. Spouses are welcome and can join the group for worship, meals, and social time. Costs range from $32.50 to $80, depending on your choice of sleeping arrangements. Register online or complete the brochure registration and mail with payment to Presbytery of WV, PO Box 11720, Charleston, WV 25339. Registration deadline is Monday, July 17.
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Davis Memorial, Gassaway to host special service on Sunday with Islamic Association of WV Imam
At their 11 a.m. service on Sunday, Davis Memorial Presbyterian Church, Gassaway, will host Imam Nasir Abdussalam of the Islamic Association of West Virginia in South Charleston for a dialogue sermon on the interpretation of Genesis 21: 1-20, where Hagar is sent away. The Judeo-Christian faith emphasizes Abraham and Sarah and discounts Hagar's position, whereas the Muslim faith sees Hagar as equal to Sarah. The church, located at 206 Birch St., extends a cordial welcome to anyone of any faith tradition who might be interested in learning about the relationship between the Judeo-Christian perspective and the Muslim perspective. For more, contact James Riggs at 304-918-3211.
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News from the Presbytery's Treasurer
- Assets and Liabilities: Managing Your Church’s Balance Sheet
- Paying guest speakers
- Stewardship Kaleidoscope 2023
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- A report on the BOP's Season of Rebuilding
- 2023 IRS mileage
- 2023 Per Capita
- 2023 Special Offerings
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SAVE THE DATE
2023 Small Church Conference
This year's Small Church Conference will take place on Saturday, Oct. 7, at Elk Hills Presbyterian Church, 109 Church Rd., Charleston, WV 25302. The theme is Ministry in the Wilderness. Stay tuned to future newsletters for more information.
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Board of Pensions Virtual Town Halls
The PCUSA Board of Pensions is entering a Season of Rebuilding. They are seeking input as they explore how to create more choices for congregations and their pastoral leadership. If you are interested in sharing your feedback during an upcoming Virtual Town Hall, register here. They will be held 3-4:30 p.m. June 29, July 27, and Aug. 31.
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Teri McDowell Ott books for sale from the Presbytery
Teri McDowell Ott was this year’s Festival of Faith keynote presenter. We have two copies of her book, Necessary Risk: Challenges Privileged People Need to Face, left over if anyone would like to purchase them. They are $15 each. Interested? Contact Susan Sharp Campbell at 304-667-9428.
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