PNews 11/11/21

Jesus’ final words to his disciples in Matthew are water words: Go and baptize! We baptize because Jesus told us to. But there’s more. Can Jesus’ diverse interactions with water disclose many other essential things for an authentic church? In this week’s meditation, Waters of Welcome, Rev. Dr. Sheldon W. Sorge explores this question and more.
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We extend a hearty welcome to the new Executive of the Synod of the Trinity, Rev. Forrest Claassen. Forrest is currently looking for a furnished apartment for the first few months of 2022, with easy access to the Pittsburgh airport while his wife stays in California to get their home ready to sell. Please contact Sheldon Sorge if you know of an apartment that might fit his needs. Let’s give Forrest a warm Pittsburgh welcome!
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The Pennsylvania State Legislature has empowered municipalities to collect stormwater fees within their jurisdictions. These fees may be assessed to residences, businesses, and non-profit institutions, and are generally based on the portion of their property footprint that directs water into storm drains. These fees are already assessed in much of our region, and will be implemented by Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority in 2022. An informational meeting for faith-based organizations about these new fees will be hosted by PWSA on November 16. More information and registration links are available here.
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Join the next Matthew 25 event scheduled for Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. (EST). Hear the stories of newcomers to this country and their journeys, and connect with local leaders offering ministries of welcome and justice. Together we will explore how Presbyterians are living out the Matthew 25 call to welcome the stranger as they accompany new immigrant neighbors from Central America to Afghanistan.
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The PC(USA)’s Giving Tuesday campaign is a virtual celebration of the collective power of Presbyterian generosity. With our gifts, we can accomplish far more together than any one of us can do alone. Join the PC(USA) in responding to a world in need!
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Come treat yourself on Monday mornings at 10am to Coffee with Clergy! It’s a space for Pastors to shake off the Monday morning drudge with coffee, laughter, and great conversation among colleagues. B.Y.O.C. (or tea)! Next week’s topic, “Liturgical Creativity”. How much has your worship service changed over the past two years? Has it changed at all? Worship service is, after all, the people of God gathering, listing to the proclamation of God’s word, responding to the word, and departing to serve in the world. We love our traditional liturgical procession through worship service shaping the ways we believe, obey and serve God. If you could experiment with the worship service, what would you do? How do we honor history and tradition while being relevant for today? Join us Monday morning for great conversation and good coffee (B.Y.O.C.). Click here for the Zoom link.
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