Connecting & Informing the Presbytery of Arkansas
June 8, 2023
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Nominations for all Presbytery Committees, elected positions (Moderator, Vice-Moderator), as well as GA and Synod commissioners for future assemblies are now open. Nominations forms may be found on the presbytery website under Resources/Presbytery Documents/Nominations (at the bottom of the page) or by clicking here.
Nomination forms may be sent to Kim in the presbytery office (kim@presbyark.org) or Robert Lowry (Westover Hills, LR) committee moderator at robertwilliamlowry@gmail.com. The committee will begin its work in mid-summer so please send nominations sooner rather than later. It takes all hands on deck to keep the presbytery running smoothly. We are grateful for everyone's input and energy!
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Applications for the second round of Mission Initiative Grants are due by July 15.
Click here for the guidelines and application requirements.
There will be one more round for applications with an October 15 deadline, but only if funds allow.
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The Spirituality of Baking Bread |
Kristi Button of FUPC and United Campus Ministry fame, also loves to bake and says she has always drawn a close tie between baking bread and the rhythms of the life of faith.
Now Kristi has agreed to share her years of experience and learning as she will lead two online opportunities to help others experience the Spirituality of Baking Bread. One class will be on a Saturday morning and the other on a Thursday evening and each will be different. You can sign up for just one workshop or take them both.
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Transitional Youth & Young Adult Developer
Position Opening With The Presbytery
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The Presbytery of Arkansas is accepting applications for a Transitional Youth and Young Adult Developer. Compensation is listed at 15,000 annually plus travel expenses for visiting congregations and events in the presbytery.
Applicants can send resumes/work history to Stewart Smith (stewart@presbyark.org) or Kim Palmer (kim@presbyark.org) by email or regular mail at the presbytery office at 9221 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, AR 72227
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Two Important Messages From Your Stated Clerk |
The 2023-2025 Book of Order will be coming out very soon and contains some important updates. The answer to the biennial question, “Did enough change to warrant buying a new Book of Order?” The answer this time is “yes.” The Rules for Discipline have been replaced in their entirety with a section called Church Discipline. There are numerous new requirements for inquirers, candidates, CREs, Certified Christian Educators, Associate Christian Educators, and Sessions. New policies are required for all councils (session, presbytery, synod, and General Assembly) of the church which you will want to be aware of and informed about. You can preorder a copy of the 2023-2025 Book of Order by clicking on the link Preorder Book of Order The cost for the Book of Order is $10, but there is a discount for ordering in bulk. If you would prefer to download the Book of Order you do so by clicking on this link Downloadable Book of Order 2023-2025. More information will be coming pertaining to the new required policies.
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A new version of the Church Leadership Connection (CLC) has been rolled out. There have been some changes to the process, and the new system will allow for some fine tuning as feedback is offered. For those individuals who currently have a PIF in the CLC system, that PIF will only be active until the first of August. If you intend to be searching beyond that date, you will need to fill out a Personal Discernment Profile (PDP), the new version of a PIF. The PIF will not roll over to the new system. You must create a new account and create your PDP. (Click here for a blank form as a pdf.) If you are a church and have a MIF in the CLC system, and you do not expect to extend a call to someone before the first of August, you will need to fill out a Ministry Discernment Profile (MDP). Hopefully, for those of you who this affects, this is not the first time you are hearing this. If you need help locating the videos, or knowing how to create a PDP or MDP, feel free to reach out to me.
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Three Church Anniversary Celebrations |
Three of our Presbytery's churches recently celebrated anniversaries:
- Graham Memorial in Forrest City/150 years
- First Morrilton/140 years
- Mt Comfort in Fayetteville/195 years
Click here see photos and read about each of these special events.
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United Campus Ministry at the U of A News |
Our annual student led Spring Fundraiser, Bike-A-Thon, was a HUGE record-setting success! The spring fundraiser finished at 114% of the goal, raising $28,434 for the ministry!
As we begin the process of preparing for fall, we are in a great place to continue our mission of engaging, equipping, and empowering leaders for the church and the world. We literally cannot do it without you and are grateful for all who continue to support us! Click here and read more!
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On June 13 and 16, Presbyterian baseball fans got together at NWA Naturals and central AR Travelers games for two nights of fun! In NWA, those with "the gift", joined the choir to sing the National Anthem (right). In Little Rock, dinner and fireworks were an added bonus. |
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Excited fans at the Naturals. |
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Fearless leader at the Travelers. |
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Benton crew at the Travelers. |
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Pulaski County Volunteers Needed
Long-Term Recovery from March 31 Tornado
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Before long, Pulaski County faith-based and other nonprofit groups will begin to focus on long-term recovery for many of the homeowners whose properties were destroyed by the March 31 tornado. Some Presbyterian money will be added to contributions from community individuals and organizations so that collectively we can help some storm survivors meet their unmet needs.
The Wynne community will be involved in its own long-term recovery and a couple of Wynne Presbyterians have stepped up to serve on a Wynne long-term recovery group when the time comes.
--AR Presbytery Disaster Preparedness & Response Subcommittee
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Tuesday, 6/27, 10am Staff Meeting
Tuesday, 7/4, Offices closed for the 4th
Saturday, 7/8-15 YAT Montreat Conference
Tuesday, 7/11, 10am Staff Meeting
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The next Update will be published July 13. Send information for that publication to Julie Price at julietannerprice@gmail.com by Tuesday afternoon, July 11
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Presbytery of Arkansas
9221 N. Rodney Parham Road
Little Rock, AR 72227
501-663-2424
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