Thank You Petoskey, FPC!

We offer thanks and deep appreciation for Pastor Ryan Donahoe, his staff, and the MANY volunteers of Petoskey, FPC, who worked with the Presbytery of Mackinac staff, tech team, and committee members to ensure a successful hybrid stated meeting.

The fall stated meeting began Friday evening with an after-dinner social gathering hosted by Rev. Jan Reed in the Winchester Room at FPC, Petoskey.

Relationships were renewed and new friendships established as presbyters gathered during the vibrant sunset on Little Traverse Bay.

Saturday morning arrived clear and crisp as Cliff and Jane Denay welcomed attendees in the parking lot and directed them inside to the smiling greetings of Terri Winegarden, Molly Currier, Ginny LeGore, and Peter Gillard.

Once the attendees were inside and signed in, Sharon Walker and Jean Fought offered more greetings and smiling faces with morning coffee and lite fare as the attendees entered the sanctuary ready to begin the presbytery’s business.

During the meeting, Doug Mantha, Clare Simard, Keith Schroeder, and Paula Larson ensured that the online attendees were able to fully participate in the business of the meeting ...

... and the worship service, which was elevated by the musical talents of Owen James and the Worship Team.

A delicious locally sourced luncheon, prepared by chef Kulin Froelich, was joyfully served to the presbyters by Anne Cooley, Jim Graves, Janet Webb, Clark Smith, and Bill Bray. After the smiling and satisfied attendees returned to the business upstairs, Anne Becker, Kathy Biggs, Kathy Bray, Steve Biggs, and chef Kulin graciously cleaned up the kitchen and dining room.

Please join us in acknowledging the efforts of those who created a community gathering in the midst of a successful business meeting.

~ Presbytery of Mackinac Staff

An Invitation to Attend the ...

"Installation of Rev. Daniel A. Van Beek as Pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Escanaba. The service will be at FPC Escanaba on November 10, 2024, at 3:00 pm."

Thanks!

Daniel

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Rev. Daniel A. Van Beek (he/him/his)

Pastor, First Presbyterian Church of Escanaba

819 First Avenue South

Escanaba MI 49829

a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

906.786.2932 (office)

269.849.9775 (mobile)

revdanielvanbeek@gmail.com

Mission to Cuba

A Message From Rev. Ryan Donahoe

"Thank you to everyone who donated medicine for Cuba at the recent Presbytery meeting.

I am overwhelmed by your generosity.

Everything you donated will go directly to six Presbyterian Churches in Cuba as they serve their community."

Thank you,

Rev. Ryan Donahoe

First Presbyterian Church of Petoskey

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Rev. Ryan Donahoe, (he/him)                                     

Pastor, First Presbyterian Church of Petoskey

"Where everyone is welcome,

and our doors are open to ALL people!"

LINKS & REMINDERS:

From the admin's desk ...

While there were many notable moments during the stated meeting, we would like to highlight the following:

~ Ruling Elder Cynthia Couchene was commissioned to serve FPC of Iron County, Michigan.

~ The installation of officers included Moderator, Rev. Janice Reed (Honorably Retired) and Vice Moderator, Ruling Elder Rick Donahoe (Petoskey).

~ Ruling Elder John Jamar, Chair of Personnel Committee, introduced Ruling Elder Ted Fines as Shepherd of Presbytery of Mackinac.



Please Note: A separate introduction of the shepherd position and a personal message from Ted will be emailed via Constant Contact.

~ CRE Julie Dowty introduced some exciting changes in the CRE Education program which include the new name of Mighty Mac CRE Academy and a revision of course work from three (3) years to two (2) years.

For additional details, click below:

Mighty Mac CRE Academy

I hope you enjoyed the meeting highlights and accompanying pictures provided by Vice Moderator, Ruling Elder Rick Donahoe.

Thank you Rick!

With Christ's peace & joy, Alana

Did You Look?

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News from Chip Hardwick

"The Synod of the Covenant is seeking a full-time Associate Executive for Racial Justice and a ten hour/week volunteer treasurer. If you have interest or a recommendation, please contact Chip Hardwick, Synod Executive, at chip@synodofthecovenant.org.

For more information, visit Seeking Full-Time Associate Executive for Racial Justice (synodofthecovenant.org) for the Associate Executive position and Available Position: Treasurer (Volunteer Staff) (synodofthecovenant.org) for the Treasurer position.

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Thanks so much!"

God bless you,

Chip

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Rev. Charles B. Hardwick, Ph.D.

Executive, The Synod of the Covenant

Presbyterian Church (USA)

I typically take my Sabbath on Friday.

1340 W. Long Lake Road

Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

248-729-2415 (main)

309-530-4578 (cell)

chip@synodofthecovenant.org

The positions are also posted on our website www.presbymac.org

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Submit items of interest to Alana at

admin@presbymac.org

We will endeavor to post it in an upcoming newsletter.

Please Note: We do not solicit funds for individual churches.