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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 "Is it I?"
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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN IN CLINTON
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 First Presbyterian in Clinton.
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EVERYONE BELO
NGS AT SYNOD SCHOOL
Lance Loveall, the pasto
r
at Kenosha First Presbyterian, recently attended Synod School in Storm Lake, Iowa. He shared the following recap of the event. Thank you, Lance!
What does it look like when 63
0 Presbyterians from all over the country, especially from the Synod of Lakes and Prairies, g
ather together to learn, worship, and play? It look
s like Synod School. For one week in July each year, Presbyterians converge on Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, IA. They come as singles, couples, and family groups of all kinds. There are babies, children, youth, young adults, older adults, and grandparents with their grandchildren. They are ministers, elders, deacons, congregation members, commissioned ruling elders and guests who are ...(
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Need more info? Synod School Facebook link here. Course catalog info here.
Donna Holmes
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Summer is a great time to relax and read. Here's a book review from
Tom Williams, Teaching Elder in the Presbytery of Milwaukee. If you have a book review you'd like to share, please send it to
[email protected].
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Holy Adventure: 41 Days of Audacious Living Bruce Epperly
As someone who is not spiritual and is old (67), a disabled combat veteran of Vietnam, and a
Presbyterian minister, my initial foray into
Holy Adventure
was less than enthralling. Reading and discussing theology, the ongoing struggles over sexuality in the Presbyterian denomination, or the weekly exercise of sermon preparation - all are stuff I like and with which I can become enthralled. For me, audacious living is fall Saturdays in Madison cheering on our beloved Badgers! Ah, but let me warn you:
Holy Adventure
, if you dare use it as it's designed, will grab your heart, uplift your soul, and...(READ MORE)
--Tom Williams
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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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PRESBYTERY GATHERING WITH NADIA BOLZ-WEBER!
(We now have 110 people registered, and the event is 7 weeks away. Don't put this off!!!)
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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ALL PRESBYTERY BOOK READ - EVICTED
There is still time to join the discussion! The dates and times of the book discussion have been decided:
- August 3 at 6 pm at Faith Presbyterian in Franklin.
- August 4 at 6 pm at Living Hope Presbyterian in Menomonee Falls.
A light meal will be provided. P
lease let Chris Halverson know ASAP if you would like to be included. You can attend one or both discussion nights.
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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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CHANGING THE CONVERSATION
Wauwatosa Presbyterian's third program about gun violence will be held August 3rd from 7-9PM featuring a film by local film maker Janet Fitch, "Changing the Conversation-America's Gun Violence Epidemic." Join us for a time of viewing the film, discussion and action proposal. Sign up
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DONNA LEXA ART FAIR AUG. 20
Welcome to the
Donna Lexa Memorial Art Fair, a juried fair committed to excellence in fine arts and fine crafts, sponsored by Jerusalem Presbyterian.
The Fair is held along the Glacial Drumlin bike trail in the charming little village of Wales, Wisconsin just south of I-94 on Hwy. 83 and within easy driving distance of Madison, Milwaukee and beyond. (READ MORE)
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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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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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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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