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Information for ministers, educators, church administrators, clerks, and congregations | |
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Roberts Retires After 40 Years of Ministry | |
Congratulations to Dr. Raymond Roberts on his retirement. River Road Church (Richmond), where Raymond has served as pastor since 2015, will celebrate his ministry this Sunday at 10 a.m. We praise God for leading Raymond to service as a minister of your Word. | |
Your Photo Could Be in the Next Planning Calendar | |
Share photos of your ministry in action. Submit images to be included in the 2024-2025 Presbyterian Planning Calendar. PC(USA) invites congregations, worshiping communities, mid councils, camps, conference centers, and education centers to contribute content by February 14.
Our own South Plains Church is in the 2023-2024 calendar, featured for April 2024.The picture reflects the congregation's Sunday evening vacation family/intergenerational Bible school in partnership with nearby Union Grove Baptist Church and Grace Episcopal Church.
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Youth Groups Invited to VCU | The Pace Center campus ministry at VCU invites area youth groups to "Youth Group @ Pace" on Sunday, January 28 from 5-7 p.m. Youth groups will play games, have an opportunity for service learning, and share in a meal with one another. A donation of $5 per person is suggested. RSVP to Rev. Russ Kerr. | |
Learn How to Foster an Intergenerational Community | Discover what GenOn Ministries offers to support intergenerational church communities. Attend a free Zoom event on February 8 at 2:00 p.m. Explore foundational tenets of intergenerational ministry, paths to develop intergenerational community, and resources that support intergenerational gatherings. | |
Conference for Small Churches To Be Held in February | Leaders of smaller churches are invited to attend the Gift of Small, a conference offered by the Synod of South Atlantic February 29-March 4. Held on St. Simons Island, Georgia, the event will explore the powerful impact smaller congregations have on the lives of individuals and communities. The synod defines small as having 200 or fewer members. | |
Follow the History of the Civil Rights Movement | Interested in learning about the history of the Civil Rights Movement, in the locations where history happened? Apply to join the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program's travel study seminar, May 28-June 6. Start in Alabama, visiting Birmingham, Montgomery, and Selma, before traveling to Jackson, Mississippi and concluding in Memphis, Tennessee. Explore historically important sites, learn about the lives of the people who made up the movement and wrestle with the legacies of racism and white supremacy. Applications are due by February 23. | |
BOP Grant Promotes Clergy Wellness | The Board of Pensions’ Clergy Wellness Support grant allows ministers to participate in programs that address vocational, spiritual, mental, and physical wellness. One program approved for the grant is the Clergy Program at Davidson Centre for the Professions. Apply now to participate in an upcoming session. Board of Pensions will cover the full cost of the program and all related travel expenses. | |
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Annual Statistical Reports
The filing of statistical reports for 2023 is underway. Churches filing their annual statistical reports by January 31 will be recognized at the February Stated Presbytery Meeting.
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Church & Community Events | | |
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NEXT Church Winter Workshops
January 11-February 8
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Christian Education Conference
January 24-27
St. Louis, Missouri
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Mental Health First Aid for Youth
January 30 & February 1
Camp Hanover
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Confirmation Retreat
February 2-4
Massanetta Springs
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Planning Calendar Photo Deadline
February 14
PC(USA)
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Ringing at the Springs
February 18-20
Massanetta Springs
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Civil Rights Travel Seminar Deadline
February 23
Presbyterian Peacemaking Program
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Confirmation Retreat
February 23-25
Camp Hanover
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The Gift of Small Conference
February 29-March 4
St. Simons Island, Georgia
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NEXT Church National Gathering
April 8-11
Falls Church Presbyterian Church
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Clergy Couple Retreat
July 29-August 1
Massanetta Springs
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Scotland Trip
September 13-23
With Three Chopt Church
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Learn about church employment opportunities or submit an opportunity to POJ's calls and jobs board. | |
- Interim senior pastor/head of staff, River Road Church (Richmond)
- Part time installed minister, Waddell Memorial Church (Rapidan)
- Installed minister, Amelia Church (Amelia)
- Co-finance and operations manager, Salisbury Church (Midlothian)
- Business manager, Culpeper Church (Culpeper)
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Calls and Jobs in Nearby Presbyteries
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The Current is published weekly. Submit an announcement for an upcoming issue by emailing editor Kelley Hope. Submissions due Thursday at 5 p.m. for the following week. Send text (including a link to your website/Facebook page) in the body of your email or in a Word document. Attach photos to your email if desired. Please do not send graphics or flyers. | Office Telephone | (804) 262-2074 | | | | |
