Fall 2025 Registration is Open

for

Mighty Mac CRE Academy

As you know, one of our recent participants was commissioned to serve FPC of Boyne City at a called special meeting of Presbytery of Mackinac.

Congratulations, Rick!

Whether you are interested in the CRE program for certification or simply looking to explore reformed theology or exegesis and preaching this fall, please check out the courses offered with Mighty Mac CRE Academy.

Ready to register? Click here

Looking for more information?

Visit "Our Missions" on the presbytery website

www.presbymac.org

Deadline for Fall 2025 Registration is:

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Payment Deadline is:

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Upcoming Stated Meeting

Presbytery of Mackinac

Saturday, Sept 20, 2025

Please plan to join us, in-person in Menominee, or virtually via Zoom teleconferencing.

The call, registration, and additional information will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead.

Please monitor your email and the presbytery website for the latest information.

www.presbymac.org

An Invitation to Retreat

at Presbytery Point Camp

“Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while.” (Mark 6:31)

"Jesus invites us to step away with Him to a quiet place, where we can find rest and renewal. Did you hear that? God, in Christ, longs for your presence and desires to spend time with you!"

"The retreat begins Friday, July 25, with dinner at 6:00 p.m., and concludes with worship on Sunday morning, July 27, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Led by Rev. Jim Porter, the retreat will feature worship, prayer, devotions on spiritual transformation, and time for fun and fellowship."

Click here for more information and to register

or contact Peggy via email at

director@presbyterypoint.org

Shepherd's Corner ...

with Ruling Elder Ted Fines

Excerpts from Ted's July 2025 letter:

"Standing Strong in Challenging Times"

"Grace and peace to you, faithful servants of Christ across our beautiful northern region. As we gather our thoughts and prayers this summer, we recognize that our presbytery, like many across the Presbyterian Church (USA), faces significant challenges that call for honest reflection and renewed commitment to our Lord's mission."

"Primary Challenges Facing Our Presbytery"

"1. Denominational Membership Decline"

"2. Rural Ministry Challenges"

"3. Generational Transitions"

"4. Theological and Social Tensions"

"Signs of Hope and Growth

Despite challenges, we celebrate areas of growth within the PC(USA), including new worshiping communities, baptized teens and adults, and stewardship. These bright spots remind us that God's Spirit continues to move in powerful ways."

"Prayer Focus

Let us pray for wisdom in leadership, creativity in ministry, and faithfulness in discipleship. We also pray for pastoral searches, youth engagement, and community outreach initiatives across our presbytery.

Upcoming Opportunities

• Fall presbytery meeting in Menominee, and a recommended strategic planning session

• Inter-church mission opportunities

• Youth and young adult programming initiatives

Closing Reflection

The Apostle Paul reminds us that "we are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair" (2 Corinthians 4:8). Our challenges are real, but our God is greater."

"Together, we will navigate these waters with grace, courage, and unwavering hope in Christ Jesus."



Click here to read Ted's July 2025 letter in its entirety. 

LINKS & REMINDERS:

From the admin's desk ...

Reminder:

Coordinating Team Meeting

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 7pm

Actionable Items, Reports, and Docket Time Requests Deadline:

5pm EDT, Monday, July 28, 2025

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Thank you for your continued patience as we work to reduce expenses and increase connectivity.

Questions, comments, thoughts ... email admin@presbymac.org

... my laptop is always open!

With Christ's peace & joy, Alana

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Information Request from Mission Committee to Session Clerks and Pastors

If you have not done so already ...

Please click here to read and respond to questions from the Mission Committee.

Please share this request with appropriate members of your church.

Blessings,

Tom Juntune

Chair, Mission Committee of the Presbytery of Mackinac

PO Box 1072

Bellaire MI 49615

231-676-7348

juntune@msu.edu

Registration is Full ...

Did You Participate or

Register for the Fall Sessions

We hope you were able to take advantage of this year's free training offered through the Synod of the Covenant with LeaderWise.

If you completed the Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training during the spring sessions, you should have received a Certificate of Attendance via email.

Please forward a copy of your certificate via email to be placed in the presbytery records.

admin@presbymac.org

If you are attending one of the fall sessions in October or November, please be sure to email a copy of your certificate after you receive it (usually within 4 weeks of training completion).

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