PNews 11/10/22
Assuming and proclaiming the worst in each other has become standard fare among us, not just by politicians and not just in election seasons. The virulent vituperative spirit that has spread across society has also infected the church. Can we open our minds and our hearts to remember the call to the Christian community to think the best of each other, and love one another? In this week’s meditation, Enough Already, Rev. Dr. Sheldon W. Sorge challenges us with this and more.
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On December 3, 2022 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm, there will be a Clergy Holiday Jam Session at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Knox Room. Come and hear some of our talented clergy, featuring Rev. Dr. Harry Cooper, Rev. Dr. Sheldon Sorge, and Rev. Dr. Asa Lee. Homemade holiday sweets will also be for sale. Please plan to attend and support the Caucus by making a year end tax deductible contribution to the National Black Presbyterian Caucus.
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APCE 2023 – A Message from the Office of Christian Formation
Registration is now open for the APCE Annual Event, Unforced Rhythms of Grace, January 25-28, 2023, in Birmingham, Alabama. Join the Association of Partners in Christian Education for this opportunity to learn, connect, and renew. The event will be hybrid, offering both in person and online opportunities. We are excited that the online option is available in both English and Spanish. Sign up here for Spanish, which is being offered for free. Scholarships for online in English are still available.
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Help Us Learn About and Serve Christian Educators
The 223rd General Assembly (2018) mandated the collection of information about the PC(USA)’s Christian educators, so Research Services is partnering with the Office of the General Assembly to continue to fulfill that directive. Please send this survey link to your congregations and others identified as involved in Christian formation – for example, teachers, group leaders, facilitators, camp and conference leaders – whether staff or volunteers, certified or not.
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We celebrate with Oakmont Presbyterian Church and Westminster Presbyterian Church their special recognition for sponsoring refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Any congregations that would like to participate in such an outreach are encouraged to contact Jewish Family and Community services at https://www.jfcspgh.org.
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Synod Assembly Takes Action on Requests from Pittsburgh Presbytery
During its recent Assembly, the Synod of the Trinity worshiped and prayed together, acted on important business, shared information and reports, and had times of fellowship and celebration. Our own Ruling Elder Lenore Williams, a member of East Liberty Presbyterian Church and the co-chair of our Executive Committee, joined the Assembly to help lead worship on Monday morning. The Synod took up two requests from Pittsburgh Presbytery with positive votes on both.
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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)! Click here for the Zoom link.
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