May 21, 2026

In Person - ONLY

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am (ET) / 9:00 am (CT)

@ First Presbyterian Church,

215 E Lincoln Ave, Goshen IN 46528

Lunch reservations are CLOSED. Contact us at info@ourpresbytery.org to register for the meeting (until May 27th)

JUNE 2nd - ASSEMBLY MEETING

Dear Friends,

I am excited about our next Presbytery Assembly Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 10 am (EST) / 9 am (CST) in person at the First Presbyterian Church in Goshen, Indiana. Together, we will continue to explore our presbytery’s theme, “Arise and Shine: Holding Firm Christ’s Light Amid Injustice”.

Commissioners to the 227th General Assembly, along with the Young Adult Advisory Delegate (YAAD) and Theological Student Advisory Delegate (TSAD) will be commissioned. Following lunch, we’re offering two opportunities for meaningful interaction.

Celebrate some of our presbytery’s authors! Plan to linger and speak with our authors, purchase their books, and have them signed!
Congregations, that have received a prior invitation, will gather for communion celebration training.

Peace! Ruling Elder Dal Kwon, PWV Moderator

The password-protected documents

will be provided by the Presbytery office (on 5/26/2026).

Advanced payments for Lunch

By Credit/Debit Card. Click below on 'Make a Difference-Donate' button or
Scanning the QR Code and select the 'Lunch' designation or
By mail to PWV ~ PO Box 225 ~ Rochester, IN 46975.
Payment at the door- Cash (in exact amount, please) or by Check.

Give to the Pentecost offering.

Day of Assembly (by cash or by check), or
Scan the QR-Code, or
'Make a Difference-Donate' button below, or
Mail your donation to the Presbytery of Wabash Valley ~ PO Box 225 ~ Rochester, IN 46975, by check with Pentecost Offering in the memo.

Consider this!

by Jill Kitowski, Nominating Committee

Last week, something changed. Something penetrated this thick skull of mine: As I sat in yet another ZOOM meeting, I had an epiphany. No clouds, no mountain top, just a moment of clarity. Our meeting, begun with prayer decently and in order, entered the realm of the personal lives of the members. Learning that many of us aspire to sit on our decks with book in hand and watch birds, some would rather play in the dirt and plant flowers, and others find relaxation in bike rides. Our committees are made up not only of people called by God, but also of the stories and peeking into the lives of our colleagues who become friends in the shared experience of how we can work in concert to bear new fruit in Jesus Christ. There is a camaraderie in committee life, and we would like to ask if you might listen for God’s call to you to serve. Some members of the Nominating Committee will be circulating at our June 2 Assembly to pique your interest in serving or guiding someone you would like to recommend.

Recommendation form: Click here

Self-referral form: Click here

Photo by Pastor Tyler Orem, First Presbyterian Church, Highland

Position Available: Director of Renewal

The Presbytery of Wabash Valley is entering a season of hopeful imagination, and we are seeking a Director of Renewal to help nurture that journey. We believe that renewal is not a program but a Spirit‑led process—one that grows out of prayer, curiosity, and the gifts already present within each congregation.

The Director of Renewal will walk alongside our churches as they listen for God’s calling in this moment. Through conversation, coaching, and shared discernment, this person will help congregations rediscover their identity, clarify their mission, and take meaningful steps toward a vibrant future. Some congregations may be seeking new energy for outreach, others may be exploring fresh expressions of ministry, and still others may be discerning how to tell a new story about who they are becoming. The Director of Renewal will help each community find the path that fits its unique context.

This ministry includes coordinating presbytery‑wide initiatives such as Creating a Culture of Renewal and Rise Up Together, as well as supporting a network of coaches who accompany congregations in their work. It also involves building relationships—meeting with pastors, clerks of session, and leadership teams both online and in person, offering encouragement, guidance, and a steady presence along the way.

We are looking for someone who is spiritually grounded, patient, imaginative, and willing to take faithful risks. Someone who can help congregations navigate uncertainty with grace, ask questions that spark creativity, and celebrate the Spirit’s movement in unexpected places.

This full‑time position offers a competitive salary, health and pension benefits, and travel reimbursement.

If you or someone you know feels called to support congregations in this hopeful work of renewal, we invite you to reach out for more information or to apply at Jennifer@ourpresbytery.org.

Rev. Jennifer Burns Lewis, Visioning and Connecting Leader

Presbytery of Wabash Valley, Synod of Lincoln Trails PC(USA)

Recording Clerk & Data Management Specialist

Presbytery of Wabash Valley

— Part‑Time (10 hrs/week)

The Presbytery of Wabash Valley is seeking a Recording Clerk & Data Management Specialist to support meeting minutes, records, and data systems that serve our congregations and committees.

Record minutes at presbytery meetings (in person or via Zoom)
Maintain databases for ministers, congregations, and committees
Provide administrative support for meetings and file organization
Assist with polity compliance and required reporting

Qualifications: Strong organizational skills, accuracy, confidentiality, digital proficiency, and willingness to learn Presbyterian polity.

Schedule: 10 hours/week, flexible; quarterly meeting attendance required. Remote work possible.

For further information or to apply, please contact Jennifer@ourpresbytery.org.

Rev. Jennifer Burns Lewis, Visioning and Connecting Leader

Presbytery of Wabash Valley, Synod of Lincoln Trails PC(USA)

Does your church have a project?

Need some money? - Apply for a grant!

The Ministry and Outreach Team of the Presbytery of Wabash Valley is seeking congregations to spread the word and love of Christ by offering grants for innovative and meaningful projects and programs like:

Elkhart, First - Basketball League
South Bend, First - Living Matthew Project
Michigan City, First - Cultivating Faith at Home Project
Mishawaka, First - Guns to Garden Project
Auburn PC - Friends Table

Contact Gwynn Wills, Moderator of the Ministry and Outreach Team of the Presbytery of Wabash Valley, at gwills6735@me.com with questions.

The grant application and process can be found on the Presbytery of Wabash Valley website by clicking here: https://www.ourpresbytery.org/ministry-outreach-team

Gwynn Wills, Moderator - Ministry and Outreach Team

Malawi Mission Network

2026 International Conference

Aug. 18 (Tues) - Aug. 21 (Fri)

Montreat, NC

Why attend?

Meet People - Form Partnerships
Connect with Heritage
Honor Family History
Continue Mission Work
Stay Informed
Network with Others

June 29, 2026 – Early bird registration ($200)

July 15, 2026 – Registration deadline ($250)

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, contact:

Anne Provost, Presbytery of Western North Carolina @ provostdrummond@charter.net, or by phone at (828) 234-9711
Phyllis Wezeman, Malawi Mission Network Team @ phylliswezeman1@gmail.com or by phone at (574) 302-1556

Pianist Position

First Presbyterian Church of Portage

6225 Lute Road, Portage, Indiana,

is in need of a pianist for Sunday morning worship services at 11 am.

If you or someone you know might be interested, call 219-762-4914 to leave a message or email at firstpresportage@gmail.com

Office hours: Thursday, 9am-2pm.

FREE - Hymnals

Sing! a new creation

South Bend, First PC has hymnals for FREE.

Contact Wendy Henry, Executive Assistant at South Bend, FPC at whenry@fpcsouthbend.org with questions.

Upcoming Boundary Training

Sponsored by the Synod of Lincoln Trails for all 8 presbyteries

and provided at no cost. Register Early!

The Presbytery of Chicago will provide in-person Boundary Training on

Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 9am-3pm (CT), In-Person

@ Hope Presbyterian Church, 1771 S Wiesbrook Rd, Wheaton, IL

Lunch will be provided
Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 9am-3pm (CT), In-Person

@ Winnetka Presbyterian Church, 1255 Willow Road, Winnetka, IL

Lunch will be provided
Register for either date HERE
Explore pastoral ministry and boundaries within communities of practice.
Discover essential approaches to healthy ministry.

This workshop satisfies the denominational boundary training requirements in G-3.0106.

Supporting Young People through the Christmas Joy Offering

The Christmas Joy Offering is the new home for supporting the ministries working with youth and young adults. This support allows the PC(USA) to offer opportunities like the Presbyterian Youth Triennium and the Young Adult Volunteer program. Read about the impact the Triennium had on these international youth students from Presbyterian Pan American School.

Triennium Impact on International Students

Support Young People on Pentecost

Even though the Christmas Joy Offering is usually received during Advent, Offerings can be received at any time of the year that fits in your church’s schedule. If your congregation has received the former Pentecost Offering during this Pentecost season, consider receiving the Christmas Joy Offering this Pentecost Sunday. View more information on the 2026 changes to Special Offerings as approved by the 226th General Assembly (2024).

Radical Hospitality

We believe God is inviting us to be people of Radical Hospitality. Each year, we gather as an intergenerational community of faith for worship, creativity, recreation, and learning around a theme.

Welcoming our 2026 Collaborator Amanda Ark

As Outreach and Youth Specialist with First Presbyterian Church Bowling Green (Ohio) where she works in cross-cultural education, community outreach, and advocacy—especially with organizations like The Cocoon, BGO Pride, and La Conexión. We look forward to learning from, and growing with one another.

July 9 - 13th, 2026

For: Adults, Youth & Children

Location: Lourdes University, Sylvania OH

Location Change

After the closing of Geneva Center, where we have gathered for a decade, we are excited to be returning to a college campus for gathering 2026.

Find information about our upcoming PCGN Monthly Zoom Calls and the PCGN 2026 Conference! We will only have 125 spots for the 2026 Conference, so you will want to act fast once the registration opens.

2026 PCGN Conference

SAVE the DATE: Monday, October 5 to Wednesday, October 7, 2026

- Cincinnati, Ohio

Our Second Annual PCGN Conference brings together leaders from across the PC(USA) who are committed to learning together how to lead churches toward faithful growth.We look forward to sharing the official conference announcement soon, including the theme and registration details. Registration will open in June 2026.

Stay Connected

Email Updates - Join through the website or email pcgn.contact@gmail.com to be added to our list.

PCGN Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/pcgrowthnetwork

PCGN Website - https://www.pcgrowthnetwork.org

Give with a Purpose

Click HERE to explore the Presbyterian Giving Catalog

Beloved, Best-Selling Devotionals

These Days E-Book

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These Days - Daily Devotions for Living by Faith

This moving devotional is released in printed format and mailed quarterly. In addition to daily Scripture, reflections, and prayers, each issue also features adult coloring pages and essays for the season. Try it yourself by reading the devotions for May 27 through June 7 and using one of the three adult coloring pages! You can purchase a yearly subscription for $9.95/year for regular print or $11.50/year for enlarged print. Learn about the magazine & how to order.

5/22/2012 - Jeffrey W. Brown, Commissioned Pastor, Kokomo, Faith
5/25/1986 - The Rev. David L. Herron, Retired
5/26/2022 - Jene R. McVay, Commissioned Pastor, Lafayette, Elston
5/26/2022 - Mike Munson, Commissioned Pastor, Frankfort, Geetingsville
5/27/1956 - The Rev. Dean Finley, Retired

OPEN SEARCHES FOR PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

Deer Creek Presbyterian Church, Camden - MDP for Installed Pastor
Deer Creek Presbyterian Church, Camden - MDP for Commissioned Pastor
Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church, Crawfordsville - MDP for Installed Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Goshen - MDP for Installed Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Goshen - MDP for Commissioned Pastor
Wabash Presbyterian Church, Wabash - MDP for Installed Pastor
Wabash Presbyterian Church, Wabash - MDP for Commissioned Pastor

Prayers of the Presbytery

Let us pray:

O God, we thank you for the gift of breath that begins each story that we tell, and for inviting us into the living story that begins in Scripture and continues in the community of faith. Bless us with the skill and courage to tell and live out your good story in a world of need. In the name of the Great Storyteller, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer from the Mission Yearbook, PC(USA)

We are thankful for the ministry and service of First Presbyterian Church, Huntington.

O Lord,

At the beginning of this day, something about the morning gives us a glimpse of your fidelity. As we rise, even before the fog clears from our newly-awakened minds, there you are – just as you always have been: Constant. Steadfast. Secure. You, oh you, who – as you always do – walks us through the night, and unto the morning.

The Rev. Chris Palmer, Associate Pastor, 5th Ave. PC, New York, on Sunday, May 17, 2026.