Meeting Registration and Childcare Registration is Open!

Hybrid Stated Meeting

Hosted by the Presbyterian Church of Traverse City on

September 19, 2026

Meeting Registration Form

Childcare Registration Form

The pastors and staff of the Presbyterian Church of Traverse City are excited to welcome the presbyters of Mackinac to the fall hybrid meeting.

Plans are in progress to host a social gathering on Friday, September 18, 2026. Watch for additional information in next month's newsletter.

The meeting call will be available later this summer.

As a reminder:

We are not able to secure a discounted block of rooms in Traverse City for the September 19th

Stated Meeting of Presbytery of Mackinac.

If you are planning to seek accommodations for Friday and/or Saturday and attend the hybrid meeting in person, we suggest searching for and making reservations NOW.

Traverse City is a prime fall destination location; availability is limited and pricing is volatile.

Most hotels/motels will permit cancellation up to a week in advance without fees.

However, please be diligent and confirm cancellation policies BEFORE committing.

FPC of Petoskey is Celebrating

150th Anniversary

"On August 9, 2026 First Presbyterian Church of Petoskey will be celebrating their 150^th anniversary of ministry in Petoskey. Everyone is invited to Cool Treats and Cool Jazz, an ice cream celebration and social at 11a to celebrate this momentous anniversary. As part of the event First Presbyterian of Petoskey will be awarding grants to several non-profits in the community as a way to give back and continue their ongoing support of their neighbors." 

Mighty Mac Academy

Registration is Open!

We hope you will consider checking us out!

Whether you are seeking spiritual recharging, or are interested in the CRE program, Mighty Mac Academy looks forward to welcoming you.

Fall courses begin Thursday,

September 10, 2026 at 5:30 pm Eastern

via Zoom video conferencing.

Registration Deadline: Monday, Aug 17th

Payment Deadline: Monday, Aug 24th

Fall 2026 Course(s) Registration Form

Christian Caregiving Syllabus

Spiritual Practices Syllabus

Courses and retreats are open to ALL presbyters.

Presbytery Point Camp

Wish List and Open House

Open House at Presbytery Point Camp

Saturday, August 22, 2026, 1PM-7PM

"Stop by and meet our new Camp Director:

Wayne Potter.

Stop by (to) see the Dining Hall, walk to the Point, and enjoy some “camp food”.

We would love to see your smile ..." 

FPC, Marquette is Seeking ...

Director of Spiritual Formation and Outreach

Click link below for Job Posting:

Campus Ministry Director

Click link below for Job Posting:

Please Note: The two positions noted above may be incorporated into one full time position for the right candidate.

LINKS & REMINDERS:

Summer is Blooming ...

The 2026-2027 Planning Calendar order was submitted. The delivery will be at the September stated meeting in Traverse City. Please make arrangements for someone to pick up your church's order at the stated meeting. Additional charges will be incurred if we need to mail them.

The Annual Administrative Review of Session Records for 2025, Presbytery of Mackinac, has begun.

Please contact Kay Morrill, Stated Clerk, statedclerk@presbymac.org

if you have any questions.

The presbytery website is a great First Source of information:

www.presbymac.org

If anyone is interested in receiving the presbytery newsletter, please direct them to "Presbytery Resources", where they may click on any of the archived newsletter issues, and select "Join Our Email List".

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

... my laptop is always open!

With Christ's peace & joy, Alana

From Rev. Sarah Rutherford

"I hope you are well! I am a pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and I serve as the primary campus minister for a UKirk campus ministry chapter that serves students at the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University. We would love to spread information about this campus ministry to churches who may have students starting at these universities in the fall."

Rev. Sarah Rutherford (She/Her)

Resident Minister

734-418-9473 (direct line)

972-730-5387 (cell)

Boundaries and Ethics Training 2026

If you attended one of the recent trainings, please be on the lookout for an email and certificate from Emily Franson: efranson@lakemichiganpresbytery.org

Be sure to keep a copy for yourself and your church and forward the email with certificate to Alana at the presbytery office admin@presbymac.org for our records.

There are three (3) more opportunities in 2026 to comply with the Book of Order. The next one is:

• Oct 21 4–8 PM, Wednesday Evening

REGISTER HERE

For other dates in 2026, click below:

Insurance Board's 2025 Annual Report

"Insurance Board’s annual report highlights key achievements, updates, and growth from the past year, along with future goals, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and innovation in an evolving industry landscape."

Also from the Insurance Board

The Steward, Summer 2026



• Solar Panels: The Benefits & The Challenges

• Controlling Fire Exposure in Churches: Safety Planning That Protects People and Property

• Agent Corner

• Roof-Mounted Solar Panels and Fire Prevention for Churches

• Claims Lessons Learned

• Safety of Solar Panels for Churches: An Insurance and Risk Management Perspective

• CEO Corner & Climate Corner

"PCUSA chaplains serving in Federal Ministries with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Veterans Affairs, and the military continue to offer faithful and meaningful ministries in their communities. They are deeply grateful for your denominational support and prayers."



"Please take a few moments to read the Summer Newsletter (Click Here). We also invite you to share it with anyone interested in this ministry, including seminaries, churches, family and friends, and those with questions about ministry to veterans and their families."

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Submit items of interest to Alana at

admin@presbymac.org

Before the 1st of the month

We will endeavor to post it in an upcoming newsletter.

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