November 1, 2024

TEP, The Rev. Leslie Mott can be reached here: leslie@detroitpresbytery.org


The Synod AC to the POD can be reached here: DetroitAC@detroitpresbytery.org


Click names to see AC profiles.

The Rev. Jeanne Gay, Chair

Cal Bremer, Clerk

The Honorable Alice McCollum

Elder Robert Sullivan

Elder Jim Wilson

The Rev. Dr. Chip Hardwick, Ph.D., Synod Executive


Stated Clerk, The Rev. Dr. Melissa DeRosia Allison can be reached here: statedclerk@detroitpresbytery.org


You can contact our Moderator, Elder Kevin Smith here: appleismac@gmail.com

and Vice-Moderator, The Rev. Teresa Peterson here: tpeterson46@gmail.com



Preparations are underway!

Have you reserved your spot for lunch yet?

Click here by November 11.






Worship and Workshops are in development.

Here are the confirmed facilitators so far:


  • POD Stated Clerk Rev. Dr. Melissa Allison
  • Pastor Jon Bak from Korean Presbyterian Church of Metro Detroit
  • Pastor Nancy Bass from Warren Celtic Cross
  • Pastor Beth Delaney from Taylor Southminster
  • Pastor Kara Hildebrandt from Lincoln Park First
  • Pastor Caleb Jones from Detroit St. John's
  • Pastor Laura Kelsey from Pontiac First
  • Elder Stefanie Lewis from Detroit Hope
  • Pastor Jim Monnett from New Hope
  • POD Temporary Executive Presbyter Rev. Leslie Mott
  • Pastor Charles Sadler from Royal Oak Starr
  • Pastor Heather Thum-Gerber from Grosse Pointe Memorial Church
matthew 25

ARE YOU A MATTHEW 25 CHURCH YET?

PERHAPS IT'S TIME, AND HERE'S HOW!


The Presbyterian Mission Agency will help you

with your questions (and more!).

Watch the video and

learn more about next steps here.

For a list of Matthew 25 congregations in the POD, click here.

We Are Doing a New Thing!

YOU are Invited!!!!

(And it’s FREE!)

Join us for the movie and the discussion afterwards. While this is a free event, please use the link or QR code to register so that we know how many to expect---we want to be sure to have enough good snacks for everyone! 

 

Come join in,

ready to speak boldly your own truth,

ready to listen respectfully and deeply to the truths of all others.

 

Hope to see you there! 

 

Sharon L. Mook, Anti-Racism Team Member

revdrSLM@outlook.com



new this week

Fort Street Presbyterian Church

631 W Fort St, Detroit

First Presbyterian Church of Northville

200 E Main St, Northville, MI 48167

For the second concert in its “Music at Cherry Hill” series, Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church

will present resident organist Charles Miller.


The concert will be held at 4:00 p.m.on

Sunday, November 17, 2024

at 24110 Cherry Hill Road, Dearborn



According to Charles Miller, who is the church’s organist and director of music, this is the first of a series of organ recitals in 2024 and 2025 presented to highlight the church’s 2,400-pipe, 1958 Austin pipe organ and to raise significant funds for its immediate restoration and upkeep.


The Sunday afternoon recital titled “Two for One: Organ Demonstration and Recital” will feature a variety of works by J.S. Bach, César Franck, Percy Whitlock, L.J.A. Lefebure-Wely, and Louis Vierne.


During the concert, cameras will be focused on the organ console, which is located in a pit and out of the view of the audience. The audience will be able to view Miller’s hands and feet playing the music and operating the many mechanical controls and projected on large video monitors.


The concert is open to the public and while tickets are not being sold, donations large and small are asked to help support this pipe organ renovation project.


Additional information about the concert is available by calling the church office at

313-563-4800 or visiting the church’s website at www.cherryhillchurch.org.

St. Thomas Community Presbyterian in Shelby Twp. would like to offer these risers to a church that could use them!


Dimensions:

8' L X 4' D (6 total platforms)

H is approx 6", 10", & 14"

6 total railing attachments


If interested, contact Donna at saint.thomas1@comcast.net or (586) 781-3025

events & deadlines this week

Click the flyer for more information.



Dear Brothers and Sisters:


Greetings in the name of the Risen Lord. Amen.


The CHRISTIAN WOMEN FELLOWSHIP (C.W.F.) group of Michigan invites everyone to their Inauguration and Dedication on


Sunday November 3, 2024 - 12:30pm.

at

Westminister Church of Detroit,

17567 Hubbell Ave, Detroit


Rev. Mrs. Uso Theresia Berndzeh (National Secretary Of Women's Work Dept from Cameroon) and Ma Elder Fri Grace Sama (Zonal President) will be leading this event.


As we all take a look at the flyer, we thank God for His amazing grace and love. The New members are ready to serve the Lord with joy.


Let's all come and lift up this glorious day giving honour to the King of Glory our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen


In Christ,


Pastor Joel Chiangong, Park United Presbyterian Church, Highland Park

313- 971- 7138

CLICK HERE FOR MORE ABOUT THE CHRISTIAN WOMEN FELLOWSHIP(C.W.F.)



To register, visit www.westminsterunited.org


Financial assistance available - Contact registrar426@gmail.com



events & deadlines coming up

Presbyterian Youth Triennium 

is happening next year!


July 28-31, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky

at the Convention Center


Informational Session to be held on

Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 2:30 pm on Zoom.

Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86590615111?pwd=UjVrtHrdtE8YwzDLlv5Hnbd6wqRrz9.1


PYT is for those who currently in 8th grade through 12th grade. As a bonus due to the cancellation of the last PYT, young adults ages 19-23 (at the time of PYT) are also welcome this time. 


We will also need chaperones for our delegation, and PYT also seeks small group leaders.


We're asking EVERY CHURCH to have someone from your congregation attend the Zoom informational meeting so that all youth, from small churches to large churches, have the opportunity to attend. Potential cost will be discussed at the informational meeting. 


Questions? Contact Jim Monnett or Kimberly Secrist Ashby (click name to email)

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GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Using this form as a guide (click here), please tell us why your nominee should be chosen to receive this award. While not all criteria must be filled out, we've listed them to help you be as thorough as possible. 

Annual George Irwin Service Award Nomination Form


George Irwin was the founder of the

Presbyterian Men's Fellowship and dedicated to the success of the Annual Presbyterian Men's Breakfast, as well as many other church initiatives, including coordinating volunteers for the Open Door mission at Fort Street Presbyterian Church.


This award honors his legacy by recognizing a Presbyterian man who exemplifies Christian stewardship within the Presbytery of Detroit. We encourage anyone, male or female, to nominate a man based on the following criteria: involvement in community service; participation in men's ministry; mentoring/impact on young men; Christian discipleship; and leadership skills.

Nominations must be submitted by November 11, 2024.

Click here for an application.

For additional information, please contact Chuck Sadler at

chuck.sadler12@gmail.com


Volunteers Needed!

important reminders

Supporting our siblings in a season of change:


As many of you may have heard, Starr Presbyterian Church held its final worship service on October 13, 2024.


Our congregation has decided to consolidate with Greenfield Presbyterian Church in Berkley, however, our building and grounds at 1717 W. 13 Mile Road will remain open and operated by the South Oakland Citizens for the Homeless (SOCH) 501C3 non-profit charity.


As part of the transition to SOCH, Starr is in the process of removing assets from the church in the hopes of securing more funding to assist with this mission. As part of this effort, we will be offering the more highly valued assets to our fellow Presbyterian churches at highly discounted prices. Absent any churches being interested in these assets, they will be advertised for sale at fair market value pricing. Items will be posted as they become available, so keep checking back for updates!.


Currently Available:

KAWAI Model MP11 Keyboard: This keyboard was manufactured in 2017 and was purchased by Starr in 2017 for $4,000. It is in “like new” condition. It is estimated to have a fair market value of

$3,000.


We are offering this keyboard to any Presbyterian church that is willing to make a $1,500 donation to Starr’s mission. This represents a 50% discount from fair market value.

To arrange an inspection or purchase, please contact our church office manager, Kristen Reinhardt, at office@starrchurch.org .


Help us find a new home for this item while supporting our mission of helping our local

homeless community.

The Synod of the Covenant is seeking a Full-time Associate Executive for Racial Justice and a ten hour/week Volunteer Treasurer. Click the position title for details and if you have interest or a recommendation, please contact Chip Hardwick, Synod Executive, at chip@synodofthecovenant.org.

employment & volunteer opportunities

Lake Shore Church in St. Clair Shores seeks a Part-time Bookkeeper. For more information, click here.

First Presbyterian Church of Farmington, is looking for a Part-time Minister of Music. Click here to learn more.

Calvary Presbyterian Church of Detroit, is seeking a Part-time Office Manager. Click here for details.

First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham, is seeking a Part-time Interim Christian Educator / Director of Family and Children’s Ministries. Click here for more information.

Forest Hill Church Presbyterian, Cleveland Heights, OH seeks a Full-time Transitional Pastor. This position is located in the Presbytery of the Western Reserve. For more information, click here.

First Presbyterian Church of Farmington is seeking a Part-time Administrative Assistant. Click here for more information.

First Presbyterian Church of Brighton, is looking for a Part-time Director of High School Ministry. Click here for more information.

First Presbyterian Church of Brighton is seeking a Part-time Director of Middle School Ministry. Click here for more information.

First Presbyterian Church of Brighton is seeking a Full-time Director of Student Ministry. Click here for more information.

The Presbyterian Church (USA) is seeking to fill multiple job openings. Click here for more information.

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