NEW THIS WEEK
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You are invited to join others who are working with youth around the Presbytery to share ideas and plans. All are invited including Pastors, volunteer leaders and paid staff. Thursday. 18 February @ 7pm. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89028560655 Meeting ID: 890 2856 0655
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Chester Presbyterian Church is holding virtual cooking classes on 2/13, 2/23, 3/6 and 3/16. Read more about it and register here.
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Sexual Harassment Training Reminder: New York State requires all church employees, including pastors, to do annual interactive sexual harassment training. (Pastors, please note that the presbytery’s boundary training is separate from this requirement. The presbytery’s boundary training does NOT fulfill the NYS requirement.) More information on the NY requirement, as well as training videos that can be used, can be found at https://www.ny.gov/combating-sexual-harassment-workplace/employers .
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Join an Introductory Webinar 2/10/21 at 2 pm ET for a one-hour introductory webinar to learn about the National Fund for Sacred Places. The National Fund for Sacred Places is a matching grant program that offers financial support and technical assistance to active faith communities who are working to preserve their historic houses of worship. Matching grants for capital improvement projects range from $50,000 to $250,000. Details and applications found here.
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Disruption Is hard, but Funding Ministry doesn’t have to be. Horizons has designed a proven framework for growing disciples and funding ministry that is approachable, accessible, and affordable. Learn more here.
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Presbyterian Women, Ash Wednesday Zoom Gathering, February 17, 2021,10:00 -11:30 AM: The Gifts of Empowered Women. Details here.
DATES TO NOTE and ON GOING INFORMATION
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Elder/Deacon Training for those beginning service on a session/board of deacons is being offered on February 20th, 2021 by General Presbyter Deb Milcark and Stated Clerk Susan De George. The training will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. You must pre-register for the training here by Sunday February 14th at 6 p.m. (Please note: this training is designed those beginning service as elders/deacons and will be very basic. Those who have experience serving as an elder or deacon and want more detailed training might consider viewing the videos created by Theocademy http://www.theocademy.com/lessons-for-ruling-elders-and-deacons )
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Nursery school and child care directors meet next on Zoom at 4 pm on these dates: 2/22, 3/22, 4/26, and 5/24. If your congregation has a director who would like to be part of this group, please send their contact information to susandegeorge@hudrivpres.org
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Last year we produced Holy Week services for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter. This year, we will be providing Maundy Thursday and Good Friday services for churches in the presbytery to use. Be on the lookout, as we will have more information to share later!
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In a live-streaming/Zoom rut? Are you or your volunteers ready to add a little more to your virtual services? Rev. Casey continues to focus on serving congregations and their digital ministries. While he occasionally offers group sessions, he would love to connect with your church one on one if you are looking to do more or ask questions. His email is casey@hudrivpres.org.
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Join in March 2 for a Day of Interactive Stewardship Education - The Presbyterian Foundation is offering a Day of Learning that will include three workshops with stewardship and church leaders in a casual, virtual setting. There will be time for questions and answer and an opportunity to see colleagues from across the country. Rev. Dr. Jonah So, member of Hudson River, is a presenter. Workshop details and registration by click here
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Please note that the standard mileage rate for business use in 2021 is 56 cents per mile. The rate for service to a charitable organization remains unchanged at 14 cents per mile.
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The First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown wishes to remind all congregations of the opportunity to participate in a Mental Health survey they have designed. The survey is expected to be sent out in Mid-February. There is no cost should you wish to participate and the results will be specific to your congregation. Read more here and view the Mental Health Video shown at the meeting: https://youtu.be/aJ2ddk20sjs
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Stated Supply position: The First Presbyterian Church in Mount Vernon is seeking to hire a Stated Supply Pastor to lead and guide its community of faith, in becoming enthusiastic followers of Jesus Christ. This is a part-time, 20 hour per week position. Please contact PNC chair Marcia Morgan: mmorganpastorsearch@gmail.com
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All members of Presbytery committees are required to complete a Conflict of Interest form annually. Please note that you will have, minimally, a conflict of interest situation with the church with which you are associated. The policy and form are here. Please return to the Stated Clerk via christine@hudrivpres.org or to Christine Lazarus at the Presbytery address below.
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Rural Migrant Ministry invites you to their Virtual Coffee House. Flyer here and registration here.
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The Virtual Congregational Meetings, Ordinations and Installations Zoom was recorded. Link HERE
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Terms of Call 2021 information now available on the Presbytery website, here. Please submit no later than 15 February 2021.
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