Information for ministers, educators, church administrators, clerks, and congregations | |
- Self-Development of People of Central Virginia and SDOP Sunday Mar. 16
- Spotlight on Hebron Presbyterian with Message from Rev. Kerry
- Presbyterian Foundation: Responsible Investing Webinar Mar. 20
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- POAMN Resource Guide
- Last Minute Lenten Worship Resources
- Camp Hanover Tour Days
- Church and Community Events
- Employment Opportunities
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Each year, the Easter Day Great Hour of Sharing offering supports transformative work in communities near and far. A portion of the funds is returned to our local area through Self-Development of People of Central Virginia (SDOP) grants, empowering grassroots groups to create lasting change.
Thanks to your generosity, SDOP of Central Virginia has recently provided grants to initiatives such as this year's United to Empower's Parents Empowering Young People and last year to its Empowering Young Leaders program. Located in Surry, Virginia, United to Empower's mission is to educate, enhance, and empower young people and communities.
From offering a wealth of affirming and supportive opportunities for parents to connect and support each other to recently opening a community facility, this organization is deeply dedicated to strengthening local youth and families. Their new facility, The Empowerment Center (pictured below) is a "small space for big opportunities" located in Wakefield, VA. Community members are welcome to access a food pantry, thrift store, and computers, as well as a wide range of safe and engaging community activities for all ages. The space is also available for local businesses to rent for pop-up events.
These projects, alongside others funded nationally and globally, uplift communities through self-help initiatives.
This Sunday is Self-Development of People Sunday! Be sure to check out these denominational resources to learn more. You can also read about other nationwide grant recipients in this Presbyterian News Service article.
Thank you for giving, and for helping build stronger communities through the Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People!
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Good morning to “the James” from Hebron Presbyterian Church!
Hebron Presbyterian Church invited me to worship and fellowship with them on Sunday, March 2, 2025. I think it is safe to say they are nestled in “horse country.” Pastor Noah asked if I could present a short talk on “Presbyterianism 101” just after the announcements. I offered my understanding of who we are, thinking that after worship, they would tell me if I was correct.
Then, of course, we entered the Second Sunday of Lent, with a collective call to worship, the singing of hymns, wonderful piano pieces, the gift of forgiveness, and Pastor Noah Morgan’s exposition on Luke 4:1-13.
Following worship, we gathered in the fellowship hall for a light meal, some conversations, a little Q&A about the Presbytery of the James, and a time to share prayer requests and then prayer itself. It was a joy to share table fellowship with the folks of Hebron!
Two “sidebars...” One, I finally met Ben Lacy Rose. His portrait (photo below) was there, and it brought back a memory of work in the library at Union, transferring a “radio show reel-to-reel” to audio CDs. Some guy named Ben Lacy Rose was delivering messages to an audience, and the folks at Union felt they needed to be saved. I used the library resources to find out just who this person was and discovered that I was listening to a faithful servant, to be sure.
Two, I mentioned there was a meal; but, more importantly, there was CAKE. Good cake, by the way. Somebody there had a birthday that Sunday, someone that they liked, it seems. Can’t remember who, though, but it will come to me.
Oh, yes, it was Noah’s.
I now know two preachers at Hebron—Ben, whom I met via technology, and Noah, whom I met in real life. Both serving in one of our churches and keeping the Gospel within earshot of all who will listen.
Thank you, Hebron.
Thank you, the James, for offering me the possibility of being in your (our) congregations!
Blessings,
Kerry
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Portrait of Rev. Ben Lacy Rose at Hebron. | |
Hebron Presbyterian Church sanctuary. | |
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How do we faithfully steward all that God has entrusted to us? As people of faith, we are called to align our resources with our values — investing wisely while advocating for corporate responsibility.
Join us for an inspiring webinar on March 20, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (ET) to explore how values-based investing can drive meaningful change in the world.
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- How Mission Responsibility Through Investment encourages corporations to be better global citizens
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Discover how you can make a difference through faith-driven investments and shareholder advocacy. Reserve your spot now!
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The Presbyterian Older Adult Ministry Network (POAMN) Board is pleased to bring you the 2025 Resource Guide for Older Adult Ministry to provide valuable tools and ideas for older adult ministry activities at your church or community. We urge you to circulate this among your leaders.
All the articles are meant to stimulate opportunities for group discussions and meaningful older adult activities. The guide also includes a worship service for use on Older Adult Sunday, May 4, or any date you want to celebrate the older adults in your community.
Selection of Articles From the 2025 Resource Guide:
- Get Ready for May: Begin Planning Your Older Adult Week & Month Activities Now
- Explore Opportunities in Ministry With Older Adults
- A New Tradition: Celebrating Intergenerational Bonds
- Start or Enhance Your Ministry With a POAMN Grant
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Still looking to fill in some gaps? Check out these resources...
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Is your camper coming to Camp Hanover for the first time this year? Maybe your camper is an old hand at day camp, but a little nervous to try overnight camp? Have friends who are new to Camp Hanover and want to introduce them? Have questions about the summer camp experience?
Sign up for a tour with us on one of the following Tour Days, and get a sneak peek of Camp Hanover before the summer begins!
- Wednesday, March 26 | 4, 5, and 6 p.m.
- Saturday, April 12 | 9, 10, and 11 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 16 | 4, 5, and 6 p.m.
- Fun Day, Sunday, April 27 | 2 to 5 p.m.
Tours also are available on April 27 during Fun Day, Camp Hanover’s open house. Tours leave every 30 minutes from Wise Lodge.
Here’s what you and your camper will see on a tour: longhouses, bathhouses, dining hall, pool, lake, and more!
Space is limited for each tour, so sign up early to secure a spot.
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Overture Deadline, June Meeting
April 22
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Report Submission Deadline, June Meeting
May 13
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Agenda Time Requests Deadline, June Meeting
May 14
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POJ Office Closed
May 26, Memorial Day
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120th Stated Meeting
June 10
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POJ Office Closed
June 19, Junteenth
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POJ Mission Week in Guatemala
July 14-21
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Spanish Language Mindfulness-based Support Group for Cancer Patients, Survivors, & their Caregivers
March 20 - April 17
Virtually Thursdays,
7-8:30 p.m.
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PC(USA) Stated Clerk to Visit Richmond
March 31, 3 p.m.
Union Presbyterian Seminary, Early Center
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Easter Respite
April 21-25
Massanetta Springs
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Fun Day
April 27, 2-5 p.m.
Camp Hanover
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Family Camp
May 16-18
Camp Hanover
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Middle School Conferences
1June 19-July 18
Massanetta Springs
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Guest Experience Specialist, Part-time (Clergy/Lay) - Camp Hanover, Mechanicsville, VA
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Summer Camp Staff, Part-time (Lay) - Camp Hanover, Mechanicsville, VA
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Covenant Pastor, Part-time (Clergy or CRE) - Providence Presbyterian Church, Powhatan
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Pastor/Head of Staff (Clergy) - Summit Presbyterian Church, Stafford, VA
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Director of Children and Youth Ministries (Clergy/Lay) - First Presbyterian Church, Gainesville, FL
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Pastoral Director (Clergy/Lay) - Richmond Hill, Richmond, VA
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Director of Children's Ministry (Lay) - Salisbury Presbyterian Church, Midlothian, VA
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Bookkeeper, Part-time - Bon Air Presbyterian Church, Richmond, VA
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Calls and Jobs in Nearby Presbyteries
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