August 20, 2026

Upcoming Healthy Boundary Training (HBET)

Sponsored by the Synod of Lincoln Trails for all 8 presbyteries.

Provided at no cost. Fulfill the requirement for updated HBET.

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Presbytery of Wabash Valley: Register for Presbytery of Wabash Valley dates HERE

Thursday, September 17, from 10am-3pm (ET) - (in person)

at Bethany Presbyterian Church, 3305 Longlois Dr, Lafayette, IN 47904

*Lunch will be provided

Saturday, September 26, from 10am-3pm (ET) - (on ZOOM)

Must be preregistered by 9/19

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The Presbytery of Ohio Valley: Register for the Ohio Valley date HERE

Monday, October 26, 2026, from 10am-3pm (ET)

at First Presbyterian Church, 221 E. 6th Street, Bloomington IN 47408

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Anytime:

Safe Gatherings: https://safegatherings.com/learn-more/clergy-ethics/

For those renewing their training and at your own expense.

These workshops satisfy

the denominational boundary training requirements in G-3.0106.

Grants & Scholarships!

Ongoing:

Local Mission Grants from the Presbytery of Wabash Valley

https://www.ourpresbytery.org/mission-grant-app

The David E. & Helen C. Culley Memorial Fund - continuing education for Presbyterian ministers and church workers

Contact info@ourpresbytery.org for more information.

Frank & Laura Smock Foundation - capital improvements for churches, assistance to older adults, senior adult programming, deacons’ funds

https://www.smockfoundation.com/

Rest & Renewal Grant - gift from the Smock Foundation for pastors & chaplains

https://www.ourpresbytery.org/rest-and-renewal-resources

Grants with Deadlines:

World Communion Offering Grant -Special Offerings

Apply: September 7 - October 4, 2026 (Eligible to receive $500-$1000)

Read the list of required documentation . Click for more information.

Deadline is December 1, 2026

Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grant

Applications open: July 15, 2026 (Awards $8,000 to $25,000)

Deadline is October 15 Learn more HERE

Prepare for World Communion Offering Oct. 4

For the World Communion Offering, the scriptural focus is on loving kindness. This Offering supports the causes of:racial justice

gender justice
peacemaking
global witness
ecumenical and interfaith relations

Download Activity Page

Download Older Children Lesson Plan

Download Younger Children Lesson Plan

Download Intergenerational Lesson Plan

Download the Leader’s Guide

View All Resources

Ideas for World Communion Sunday / Download Worship Liturgy

Prepare for Fall

Resources to support the faith formation of the youth & families in your congregation!

PC(USA) Store has all the valuable tools you need, including

Books about care for children and youth
Confirmation certificates (download-printed format)
Poster sets
Big God Big Questions- Confirmation Curriculum
Faith Questions and Simple Sundays - simplify ministry
Downloadable studies for youth - explore theological questions.
Downloadable studies to help parents - support children’s faith development.
Adult studies - the entire congregation can have shared conversations.

8/27/1978 - The Rev. Charles Compton, Retired
8/27/1978 - The Rev. Lester Johnson, Retired

OPEN SEARCHES FOR PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

Deer Creek Presbyterian Church, Camden - MDP for Installed Pastor
Deer Creek Presbyterian Church, Camden - MDP for Commissioned Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Elkhart - Full or 3/4 Time - Bridge Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Elkhart - MDP for Installed Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, South Bend - Part-Time Covenant Pastor
Wabash Presbyterian Church, Wabash - MDP for Installed Pastor
Wabash Presbyterian Church, Wabash - MDP for Commissioned Pastor

Prayers of the Presbytery

Gratitude for the ministry and service of Dyer Presbyterian Church.

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Gracious God,

We thank you for your transforming power through our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ. We pray for the many people who know you through the witness of seminaries and their educators. Amen.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Calendar for the Week-

8/24 @ 9 (ET) = Staff Meeting

8/25 @ 10 (ET) = Special Called, Coordinating Council meeting- by Zoom

8/25 @ 12 (ET) = Leadership Team - by Zoom8/31 @ 9 (ET) = Staff Meeting

Coming Up-

9/01 = Watch for Assembly Invitation registration

9/03 @ 10 (ET) = Commission on Ministry - by Zoom

9/03 @ 1 (ET) = Commission on Preparation for Ministry - by Zoom

9/07 = Labor Day holiday - Staff are off and office is closed

9/10 @ 1 (ET) = Nominating Committee - by Zoom

9/14 @ 9 (ET) = Staff Meeting

9/14 @ 10 (ET) = Stewardship Ministry Team - by Zoom

9/14 @ 4 (ET) = Ministry & Outreach Team - by Zoom

9/15 = Creating a Culture of Renewal (Track 1) Kickoff

9/17 @ 10 (ET) = Leadership Team - by Zoom

9/17 @ 10-3 (ET) = HBET at Lafayette, Bethany - in person (must register in advance)

9/21 @ 9 (ET) = Staff Meeting

9/22 @ 10 (ET) = Stated Assembly meeting-in person @ W. Lafayette, Korean Church of Purdue

QUICK LINKS

Officer Training Resources

(link to be updated)

Other Resources for Congregations

Request Pulpit Supply List Here

The list is continually being updated. Please let the PWV office know if you need a copy.

Committee on Representation Toolbox

Free Online Stewardship Tool

Smock Grant Application Information

Lombard Mennonite Peace Center

The Office in Rochester is open on WEDNESDAY.

Reach us by Phone / Monday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - 4 pm (Eastern)

OFFICE CLOSED ON FRIDAY

Office: 1.574.223.5678

Email: info@ourpresbytery.org ~ Website ~ https://ourpresbytery.org