Salem Matters News of What Matters This Week
in Salem Presbytery
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October 13, 2021 | Volume VII Number 41 |
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Calvary Presbyterian - Statesville |
First Presbyterian - Asheboro |
Clemmons Presbyterian - Clemmons |
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APCE Annual Event Registration Now Open
APCE (Association of Presbyterian Church Educators) will celebrate 50 years of ministry at its Annual Event in Chicago, February 9-12, 2022. Long viewed as one of the premiere continuing education events offered through the church, this event is for educators, pastors, mid-council folks, retirees, and volunteers. Following the highly successful virtual event in 2021, APCE is thrilled to offer this in-person event celebrating its 50th birthday.
For an overall view of the event, click HERE.
For scholarship information, click HERE.
To see workshop offerings, click HERE.
To read about plenary and worship leaders, click HERE.
For registration info and rates/deadlines, click HERE.
For hotel and travel information, click HERE.
See you in Chicago!!
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Two Salem Congregations Highlighted in Presbyterian News
In a recent article in the Presbyterian News, the Cameron and Calvary Presbyterian congregations in Statesville were noted for the exemplary work through the Matthew 25 Initiative. Congratulations for your ministry and the example being set.
For the entire article, click HERE. |
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November Presbytery Meeting Update
At a recent meeting of Salem Presbytery's Executive Council, there was discussion, and an ultimate decision made regarding the meeting of Salem Presbytery on November 16, 2021.
It was originally hoped that, as the pandemic seemed to be on a downward turn, that there could at least be a hybrid meeting of parish gatherings via Zoom, and individual Zoom options. However, as the pandemic has continued to be ever-present throughout the country, and our presbytery, the decision was made to once again hold the November meeting virtually, via Zoom only.
Be on the lookout soon for information regarding registration, as this will be the only way to receive the link to attend the meeting.
Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to the day when we can once again gather in-person.
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The Presbytery will conduct a service of installation for the Rev. Jill Duffield to the First Presbyterian Church of Greensboro on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at 3pm at First Presbyterian, Greensboro. Ruling Elder Marshall Brown will preside and propound the constitutional questions.
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The Presbytery will conduct a service of installation for the Rev. Phanta Lansden to the St. James Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 14 at 3pm at Providence Baptist Church, 1106 Tuscaloosa St., Greensboro (note the revised location). The Rev. Kathy Beach will preside and propound the constitutional questions.
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Special Offerings and the Presbyterian Giving Catalog
Support the Peace and Global Witness Offering
As congregations receive the Peace & Global Witness Offering, we recognize they do so with many concerns on their hearts for our siblings around the world. The devastating earthquake in Haiti and the refugee crisis following the end of the war in Afghanistan are humanitarian disasters of particular concern. Congregations understandably feel called to support relief efforts for these impacted communities.
The Peace & Global Witness Offering offers flexibility for congregations to support these relief efforts while supporting the peacemaking work of their mid councils and the PC(USA). Twenty-five percent of the Offering stays with the congregation to support peacemaking and reconciliation in your own community. This year, if your congregation is so moved, we encourage you to contribute your portion of the Offering to assist in either or both Haiti or Afghanistan. Learn more.
As the situation in Afghanistan continues to unfold, please click here for resources and updates on the various ways the PC(USA) is responding and how you can get involved and take action for the Afghan people.
Resources from the Office office of Christian Formation
Intergenerational Mission Toolkit – New from the Office of Christian Formation is a group of resources related to Intergenerational mission. Looking to plan an intergenerational mission experience or mission trip? Or are you wanting to make suggestions for at home mission opportunities? This toolkit includes the why, the what and the how. To find the toolkit, click here.
Youth Ministry Quicksheets – The Presbyterian Youth Workers’ Association has recently partnered with the Office of Christian Formation to create some new Quicksheets with ministry tips and ideas. One example is Mindfulness as a Faith Practice. All Quicksheets can be found here.
Children and Anti-Racism Toolkit – Coming soon from the Office of Christian Formation and APCE is a set of resources to help engage children in conversations and work around anti-racism. Look for this resource early this fall on either the Office of Christian Formation site or on the APCE website.
Post-Pandemic Pondering and Planning: A Resource for Faith Re-Formation is now available in Korean and Spanish by clicking here.
Special Emphasis Sundays - October
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Civil Rights Tour
Union Presbyterian Seminary is sponsoring a Civil Rights Tour and is sharing this information. Click on the links below for more info and/or to register:
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The Leadership Institute of Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond and Charlotte offers many unique, informative, and engaging continuing education events. Click HERE for a listing of November events, as well as upcoming offerings. |
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On September 25th the Peace & Justice Task Force held a virtual Bible study led by Rev. Frank Dew. See below for access to the video recording of this event.
Topic: How Do We Talk About Matthew 25?
Meeting Recording:
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Servant Leadership in the 21st Century
A 7-week Zoom Course
Facilitated by Rev. Frank Dew and Marilyn Wolf
"The emergence of servanthood as a way of leading represents a new hold on the old truth that greatness lies in serving."
Bennett J. Sims, Servanthood: Leadership for the Third Millennium
Servant Leadership is a paradox. It even seems like a contradiction in terms. "How does one lead through serving?" you might ask.
In this 7-week course, you will discover the answer to that question by exploring:
What it means to be "called"
The essential role that prayer plays
Why being in community is vital
What "being with the poor" means in our modern world
How we "engage the powers" of the Divine
This is an invitation for you to join a small community to learn what Servant Leadership might mean for you. Instruction, group discussion, and small group partnerships will be used to help us discern what Servant Leadership means in our lives as modeled by Jesus and other great servant leaders in the world.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
DATES: 7 Consecutive Thursdays, Sept. 16 - Oct. 28
TIME: 6:30 - 8:00 pm, EST
PLACE: Zoom
COST: $60 - $120 for all 7 sessions. Pay what you can in this range. To ask about financial assistance, please email The School at TheSchool.SCL@gmail.com
BOOK NEEDED: Improving Our Acoustics for Hearing the Gospel by Rev. Frank Dew with Jane Murden
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The Persistent Pandemic
How we wish we didn't need this!
Some other Insurance Board pandemic resources can be found HERE.
The Wisconsin Council of Churches has been a trusted source of advice throughout the pandemic. Their latest resources can be found HERE. |
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Advent Practices During Covid-Times |
Follow the link below for an APCE article highlighting ideas during the season of Covid!
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The Presbytery mailing address remains the same at P.O. Box 1763, Clemmons, NC 27012, and the Presbytery phone number remains 336-766-3393. We no longer have an available fax number. |
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Each week in this space, we will highlight a video, website, or other content that is relevant to how we look at stewardship in the presbytery as well as in our local churches. This week's highlight is a video with information about our Committee on Preparation for Ministry.
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Click on the graphic or HERE to visit and/or subscribe to Salem Presbytery's YouTube Channel. |
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October Prayers for: Rosa Miranda, PMA Associate for Hispanic/Latino-a Intercultural Congregational Support
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Please Hold the Following in Your Prayers |
- The family of Rev. Hewon Han, who was received into the Church Triumphant on Monday, September 27, 2021. A Service to the Resurrection was held at the Korean First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro (318 Stage Coach Trail) on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Rev. Ki Seok Kim officiated with Rev. Jeff Sockwell assisting. A committal service was held for the family at Shallowford Presbyterian Church at 10:00 am on Sunday, October 10, 2021
We will list these prayer requests for two weeks unless we are notified that they are to be continued. You may submit prayer requests through the link below.
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PCUSA Job Opportunities - Updated 10.05.21 |
Click below for Job Opportunities listed in Church Leadership Connection
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Click below for Board Bulletin - Summer 2021
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Board of Pensions Call to Health |
Click the link below to join the Board of Pensions Call to Health.
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PCUSA News and Announcements |
Click below for the latest news and announcements from the PCUSA.
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