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BELOVED COMMUNITY - OUR BLOG!
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If you are looking for some inspiration in y
our life, some ideas,
some challenge for your imaginat
ion, you've found a source! It's our blog site, "Beloved Community." You can subscribe to the blog, leave comments, and share the articles. There are also links to related resources. We hope you like this feature in Fresh Impressions. Nice to have you with us!
Be sure to check out Craig Howard's blog entry "Splash!"
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We lift up one of our congre
gations each week in Fresh Impressions, inviting you to learn more about your sister congregations and keep them in your prayers. This week we are lifting up Good Shepherd Trinity, Milwaukee.
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SPLASH!
My greatest moment of the 2016 Olympics was when Simone Manuel won the gold medal in swimming in the 100m freestyle. It was an awesome race with an awesome finish. In the end Simone even amazed herself. As she stood in the water with her hand covering her mouth in utter surprise of her victory, at that moment I knew two things would happen. First, there would be a lot of babies named Simone, and second, thousands of Black children would be jumping into pools all over this country.
Simone's great victory reminds me of a dark cloud in the
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Craig Howard
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PARTNERING WITH WORLDWIDE HUNGER RELIEF
The following article is shared by Christian Boyd, who is pastor at Southminster Presbyterian Church and the Presbytery of Milwaukee's Stated Clerk.
This summer's mission trip was to the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota, partnering with Worldwide Hunger Relief (
http://www.worldwidehungerrelief.org). Our primary worksite was in Red Shirt, working with the school and the community, and we stayed at our sister congregation, Makasan Presbyterian Church in Oglala, SD.
We learned there are over 38,000 Lakota (Sioux) living on ...(
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HAVE AN EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTION FOR FRESH IMPRESSIONS?
We're delighted! Please send it to Donna Holmes, Communications Associate. Thanks so much!
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VBS PICTURES
Be sure to send a few of your VBS pictures to the presbytery office and we will put together a VBS slide show for the next presbytery meeting. Please send to Chris Halverson.
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DEACON AND RULING ELDER TRAINING!
Ruling elders and deacons are invited to a training session sponsored by the presbytery and offered through the Leadership Development Task Force.
Both events from 9:00 AM -1:00 PM
- Saturday, September 17 - Sun Valley Presbyterian Church, 1650 Sun Valley Drive, Beloit
- Saturday, September 24 - Second Presbyterian Church, 1400 Kingston Avenue, Racine
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GHANA CONNECTIONS
In 2016, it is again our partners' turn to visit us. Many of you have hosted the delegation at your churches either in 2010, 2012 or 2014. We hope you found it to be a rewarding experience. We are expecting our partners to visit us in the month of September (September 15 - 30), when there will be more opportunities to experience church life in our presbytery, as well as share their stories. We are looking for hosts and financial assistance. Please think about what your church can do to help participate in this wonderful experience. Click for more information.
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ATTENTION TEACHING ELDERS!
Called and Installed teaching elders, be sure to confirm that your
employer is aware of the September 30 deadline
to submit Employment Agreements for 2017. For more information, go to pensions.org.
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PRESBYTERY GATHERING WITH NADIA BOLZ-WEBER!
(We now have over 200 people registered, and the event is 6 weeks away. Don't put this off! Walk in registration for business meeting only!)
The Presbytery of Milwaukee is very excited to welcome nationally known speaker, Rev.
Nadia Bolz-Weber
, to our September 27th presbytery meeting. Location will be the Milwaukee Art Museum, and time is 3pm.
Registration is now open!! Please don't wait to register, as we anticipate a large attendance.
REGISTER NOW
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SAVE THE DATE FOR FUTURE PRESBYTERY MEETINGS!
(Please note the date change in red.)
The Presbytery of Milwaukee welcomes Vera White on November 15, 2016. In 2017 the dates for Presbytery Meetings are as follows: February 25, April 30 and May 1, September 26, and November 14. We look forward to seeing you there!
We invite you to mark your calendars and plan to attend.
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EARTH CARE: A FAITH IMPERATIVE
Wisconsin People of Faith Gather to Reflect on Climate Change, Pope's Call to Action
Join people of faith from across Wisconsin for "Earth Care: A Faith Imperative," the Wisconsin Interfaith Power and Light 2016 Conference, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Appleton, Sunday, 1-5 pm September 18.
Click for
details.
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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN IN WAUKESHA - 170 YEARS OLD!
Everyone is invited to celebrate 170 years with First Presbyterian Church in Waukesha on September 11th. Click for details.
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INTERIM MINISTRY TRAINING INSTITUTE
The Interim Ministry Training Institute (IMTI) is an intensive training program that is offered inter-denominationally at a location in WI. The rigorous program spans an eight-month period with monthly full-day sessions, reading and practicum assignments, and personal coaching. It will run October, 2016 through May, 2017 and is led by Linda Kuhn and Dave King of Sand Bur Consulting, who have extensive experience working with congregations in interim and transitional situations. Click for
more information.
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Wisconsin Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Announces Public Meeting:
Civil Rights and Hate Crime in Wisconsin - August 29th, 1-4 pm.
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Ruach Words
- Teaching Elder Kathryn Craven's website offering worship liturgy.
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Keeping In Touch - Find out what is happening in our Synod of Lakes and Prairies and be informed about our larger church presence.
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NURSERY CARE COORDINATOR
Rock Prairie Presbyterian Church (Janesville, WI) is seeking an individual to serve as Nursery Coordinator to provide supervision of children in the nursery during Sunday School and church services for three hours per week during the period Labor Day to Memorial Day. Two hours per week during the summer months. Preference will be given to applicants with a background in Education, Early Childhood or equivalent experience. Hourly pay will be $17.50 per hour. The job description and application form can be downloaded at www.rockprairiechurch.org under the
"About Us" heading. Candidates should submit their resume to
the website, attention Personnel Committee, or in writing to Rock Prairie United Presbyterian Church, 8605 E. County Road A, Janesville, WI 53546.
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OFFICE MANAGER
15 hours per week,
Calvary Presbyterian Church,
628 N. 10th St.,
Milwaukee, WI 53233
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PIANO ACCOMPANIST
West Granville Presbyterian Church (Milwaukee, WI) is seeking a piano accompanist for the adult choir rehearsals and church services. The choir rehearses for approximately 1 hour on Sunday mornings prior to church service and performs approximately 2x per month. Accompanist will also occasionally accompany persons providing special music during worship. Independent practice is required to assure knowledge and familiarity of music selected. Strong sight-reading skills and ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals is a plus. Salary is $25.oo per rehearsal and $25.00 per performance. Interested candidates should submit resume to Rev. Dee M. Anderson, West Granville Presbyterian Church, 6935 N. 107th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53224 or [email protected].
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NURSERY CARE PROVIDER
West Granville Presbyterian Church (Milwaukee, WI) is seeking a caring, compassionate and energetic individual to care for children in the nursery during church service and Sunday school when applicable September-May. Children will range in age from 0-5 years, and the number of children will vary each Sunday. Must pass a background check and have reliable transportation. Childcare experience is a plus. Time commitment is approximately 2.5 hours each Sunday. Pay Rate approximately $40 per shift. Interested candidates should submit resume to Rev. Dee M. Anderson, West Granville Presbyterian Church, 6935 N. 107th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53224 or
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