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Salem Matters News of What Matters This Week
in Salem Presbytery
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February 21, 2024 | Volume IX, Number 8 | | Shiloh Presbyterian - Statesville | Hawfields Presbyterian - Mebane | Steve Braxton - Newly Installed Moderator of Salem Presbytery | |
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Racial Equity Equipping
In May of 2022, Salem Presbytery adopted a policy requiring Racial Equity Equipping (aka Training). Once every three years, Teaching Elders, Commissioned Ruling Elders, Certified Christian Educators, Members-At-Large, and Salem Presbytery Staff are to complete the course offered by the Peace and Justice Task Force. Completion of the equipping is strongly encouraged for Honorably Retired Ministers of Word and Sacrament, Ruling Elders serving Salem Presbytery Committees and Task Forces or representing Salem Presbytery, Candidates for ministry under care of Salem Presbytery, members of individual Sessions and Church Staffs within the Presbytery, and any other leaders within the church.
In 2024, the P&JTF Racial Equity Equipping Team will provide three opportunities for completion of the training requirement, using the curriculum What Lies Between Us. Please save these dates: Feb 24th/May 16th/Sept 28th and plan to join us for one session to fulfill the requirement. The February 24th training will be at First Presbyterian-Burlington. You can register at the link below.
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Presbytery News and Information | |
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CONFIRMATION IN SMALL CHURCHES
If your church has any interest in meeting other churches with a small confirmation class for an overnight retreat this spring, please send your church name and number of youth to [email protected] The Presbytery is surveying interest.
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Earth Care Congregations
The presbytery is compiling a list of all Earth Care Congregations within the presbytery. Any church that is an Earth Care Congregation should please contact Christine at the presbytery office ([email protected]).
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NORTH CAROLINA PRESBYTERIAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY 2024 AWARDS
The North Carolina Presbyterian Historical Society promotes knowledge of the history of Presbyterian churches in North Carolina with an annual award accompanied by a small stipend for the best published book or best printed pamphlet on North Carolina Presbyterian church history. Topics covered may include church founding, building(s), leaders, governance, worship and the arts, Christian education, missions, community relations.
Church published history books and printed pamphlets issued during the calendar year 2023 are eligible for consideration for this annual award. Authors deemed to have written the best book or pamphlet will be honored at the Society's 2024 spring meeting. If your church produced a church history in either form, please send two copies to Peter G. Fish, 1006 Urban Avenue, Durham, NC 27701-1531. The deadline for submission is March 15, 2024.
Inquiries concerning membership in the Society may be addressed to Sarah Alexander
([email protected]).
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Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising
Presbyterian College is proud to partner with the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving at the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy (Indiana University) to offer the Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising (ECRF). This unique partnership enables this outstanding course to be offered in the southeast region. The executive certificate program provides the research, tools, and customized training to meet the growing needs of leaders in religious communities and fundraisers of faith-based organizations.
This program would be ideal for clergy or other faith leaders and stewardship or advancement staff members in religious communities, schools, or service organizations. Scholarship opportunities to cover some of the cost of attending the ECRF may be available through a church financial leadership grant from the Presbyterian Foundation.
More details and Registration: https://www.presby.edu/academics/graduate-professional/lake-institute/
Program Dates: May 20-22, 2024
Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church, Charlotte, NC
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Summer Internship Opportunity
CROSS Missions, a ministry of Myers Park Presbyterian, is an urban service and discipleship experience for youth and their leaders. We hire and train 6 college-aged students each summer to lead teenagers through urban mission experiences and spiritual development. CROSS engages young people through service, justice, and discipleship with the goal of raising up empowered and equipped young people to serve God and serve the world. Each week we combine worship, reflection and service in order to grow in God’s love for neighbors and discern God’s call to work for justice. Interns lead groups in service and reflection each day and assist with the evening program. The internship starts May 20 with a 10 day training and ends the first week of August. It is a paid internship, with housing and most meals included. Interns grow from a community living opportunity and mentorship based on their vocational aspirations.
Rev. Erika Funk
Director of CROSS Missions
Direct line: 704-927-1282
https://myersparkpres.org/cross/
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A Vital Gift from Our Board of Pensions for Members of Your Presbytery
Last summer, the Board of Pensions of the PC (USA) began the Clergy Wellness Support Program. This initiative provides ministers with grants up to $5,000 to foster renewal and wholeness. The grants can be taken every six years.
The Clergy Program at the Davidson Centre for the Professions is one of the seven preapproved programs of the Clergy Wellness Program: www.pensions.org/your-path-to-wholeness/assistance-program/receiving-assistance/clergy-wellness-support.
Since 2004, more than 1,200 clergy have participated in this on-site intensive wellness program —The Clergy Program. This program in Davidson, North Carolina has strengthened lives and revitalized careers, especially for those in transition and stress. This grant from our Board of Pensions will cover the full cost of this program and all related travel expenses for pastors earning under an $80,000 salary.
We caregivers tend to give care for everyone, except ourselves. This onsite Clergy Program includes intensive wellness work with certified counselors, spiritual directors, consultants, life coaches, nutritionists, financial counselors, and personal fitness trainers. It is a great week of self-care and a way to obtain tools for personal/professional resilience. General information is found at www.davcp.com. This is an independent, ecumenical, HIPAA compliant service, and a validated ministry of our church.
If you believe you or your pastor might benefit from this program, please contact Salem General Presbyter Tony De La Rosa at [email protected]. Thank you.
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Shallowford Presbyterian Hosts Guest Speaker
Shallowford Presbyterian Church will host guest speaker Megan Gregory, on Sunday, Feb. 25, at 10:30 a.m. Megan is a PCUSA elder and member at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Winston-Salem. Following worship, Megan will speak about the Collective Action campaign for the NC Industrial Areas Foundation. A potluck lunch will be served. Guests are asked to RSVP so the church can provide the main dish. Link to RSVP: https://shallowfordpresbyterian.breezechms.com/.../66dbda...
NC IAF is composed of independent, locally controlled organizations that have a combined 25 year track record of organizing for social justice and creating systemic change on issues within five NC counties (Mecklenburg, Forsyth, Orange, Durham, Wake).
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Position Opening at Pleasant Grove Presbyterian
Pleasant Grove Presbyterian in Yanceyville is searching for a pianist for Sunday Worship and occasional services. Interested candidates should contact Pastor Steve Jordan at 336-380-1859 or 336-562-2215.
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Position Opening at First Presbyterian Burlington
First Presbyterian Church in Burlington is advertising for the position of Part-Time Interim Youth Ministry Coordinator. Follow the links below for the job description and/or to apply.
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Position Openings at First Presbyterian Salisbury
First Presbyterian Church in Salisbury is advertising two positions. See the links below for job descriptions and information.
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Position Opening at First Presbyterian High Point
First Presbyterian Church in High Point is advertising for the position of Next Gen Director. See the link below for job description and information.
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Position Opening in Montreat
Greetings from Montreat Conference Center. We have a full-time, exempt position open for a Director of Development Communications. Follow the links below to read a full job description and/or to apply.
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Attention Clerks of Session
The compensation report - a part of the 2023/24 statistical reporting exercise - is only for installed pastors and associate pastors. Please call or email if you have any questions. David Vaughan
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Sign Up for Peace & Justice Newsletter
The Peace and Justice Task Force invites you to sign up for their monthly newsletter addressing Peace and Justice issues and events. Click the link below to sign up.
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Looking Ahead - Upcoming Events | |
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Association of Smaller Congregations
The 2024 conference of the Association of Smaller Congregations will be held February 29-March 3, 2024 at Epworth-by-the-Sea on St. Simons Island, GA. Click the link below for more information.
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Ordination Anniversaries
Please pass along congratulations to the following who are celebrating anniversaries of their ordinations:
- Suzanne Schafer-Coates ordained February 21, 1982
- Sam Perkins ordained February 23, 2014 (10th in 2024)
- Marcia Jaurequizar ordained February 26, 2006
- Jeff Smith ordained February 26, 2012
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Ashes to Go at Second Presbyterian, Salisbury | |
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February Prayers for:
Church Growth and
Transformation Committee
Commission on Ministry
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Please Hold the Following in Your Prayers |
- The family and friends of Rev. Jean Rodenbough, who passed away on February 12th. A Celebration of Life will be held on February 23rd at 3:00 pm at Fellowship Presbyterian Church in Greensboro.
- CRE (Retired) Cindy Ingle, who is awaiting hip surgery
- The pastors, staff and congregation of First Presbyterian, Salisbury at the untimely death of their music director, Tim Waugh.
We will list these prayer requests for two weeks unless we are notified that they are to be continued. You may submit prayer requests through the link below.
Submit prayer request here.
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PCUSA News and Announcements | |
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