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Congregational Corner: Lessons learned about congregational ministry

…do it. With the incredible governmental model in the Presbyterian Church (USA), it is even more incredible how different each congregation is. Orders of worship, prayers of thanksgiving, pastoral prayers, hymns… it is all different. I will never forget preparing to serve communion and asking a member of the congregation where I was visiting, “Is there anything I should know?…

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An elementary school education’s impact

…of Richmond, located in the heart of the neighborhood called Navy Hill, it was yet very compelling and enriching. This school was the first Richmond public school to employ black teachers. The students who attended Navy Hill Elementary School were exposed to the best academics in the city, second to none other — black or white. The teachers honed our…

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Hurricane Harvey: A small picture of how horrible it is

…Houston area. There is a lull right now but we are told that the waters will rise again as some of the bayous and dams north of us are let out in order to release the pressure on them. My family and I are fine. Our daughter did evacuate as the streets to the area of her home were impassible…

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APCE 2018: Touring the Presbyterian Center

…Corporation, Presbyterian Foundation, and Board of Pensions. Our last activity was a fun Presbyterian Trivia game. The categories were Book of Order, History, Statistics, Beliefs and Practices, and a bonus category identifying in which U.S. state various Presbyteries were located. Just like children and youth would in our respective ministries, I found myself as an adult getting very excited about…

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APCE 2018: Children first rather than adults?

…church’s community to come into our church and then to consider whether our congregation is ready for outreach and the enfolding of children. We completed a questionnaire that was designed to tease out whether our church is ready to sacrifice some of its own comfort in order to welcome outsiders. The presenter than offered three challenges to consider in developing…

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APCE 2018: What Bible stories do we tell?

…Special attention should be given to lighting, seating and instruments such as microphones should be in good working order before the service starts. A Meal: Sharing of meal should always be part of congregational activities (not only on special occasions), for sharing meals reveals Christ in us. Congregants should be assigned randomly to tables by colors or coding numbers so…

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Our Middle East Travel Seminar has landed!

…to Vienna like we did. But because it is nearly impossible for her to get through security etc in the Tel Aviv airport, she flies to Amman and then gets on a bus to cross the border into Israel, a two-hour drive. She told us this process can take hours depending on the day, number of people present, and other…

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Middle East Travel Seminar: Sacred ground above the Dead Sea

…with us. We had an uneventful border crossing into Israel and now have another stamp in our passports. We crossed at Eliat and stopped at a nearby kibbutz to enjoy the “world’s best ice cream” which was in fact quite delicious. Our journey continued from the northernmost tip of the Red Sea along the coast of the southern half of…

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A call to surrender

…now a growing sense of foreboding clouds the atmosphere. In his book entitled, “Strength to Love,” Dr. King observes that “It is midnight in the social order.” The church must be clear about its role and its response because the world is watching. Drawing from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5:43-45 (NRSV), Dr. King reminds us that we…

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Student calls for action following Charlotte police shooting

…peace only as a faraway dream; we long for it in our lives, in the lives of our families, our friends, and in the city of Charlotte. But with each passing day the prospect for peace seems to be increasingly tantalizing. Restlessness seems to be the order of our present existence: our inner restlessness rooted in various anxieties, our societal…

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“I Wanna Be Whole” Luke 17:1-19

…lasting impression that something is wrong. There is need for a change. There is need for healing. In order to be healed, we must realize and be cognizant of the fact that something is wrong. Many of us refuse to admit we need healing. In our text, ten lepers realized their condition and had a desire to be healed. Leprosy…

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Congregational Corner: Sitting in the dark of Advent

…of our fault, doubt, confusion, and grief, God sent Christ for us. There was no list of requirements to receive the love and grace which the Christ child came to share. No decree went out that we must have everything pulled together in order to visit that stable and meet the Christ child. Christ came to each of us in…

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India travel seminar: Spirit of the Sikhs

…one arrives with their head covered and feet bare to walk through a shallow pool of water in order to prepare for worship. Following the steps down into temple represents the humbling process of leaving the ego and social status behind. All are welcome at the temple. Here one is able to walk in without interference. You can hear music…

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Congregational Corner: Take on, A New Perspective

…book might be an entry point, not just for this individual but for so many others. I ordered a copy and promised to also make a point to attend an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting – not because I have an addiction, but because I am seeking the perspective on another. So often we think that if we open ourselves to…

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Claremont United Church of Christ, Claremont , CA

…ages 0-18 at Claremont United Church of Christ that helps guide students in their spiritual and moral development at each stage of life. Responsibilities: A. Sunday School Oversee the entire Sunday School program on Sunday mornings and special events. Recruit, train, support, and nurture volunteer lay teachers Order, prepare, and implement age-appropriate curriculum in each Sunday Schoolclassroom. Integrate music into…

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Souvenirs from Switzerland: Reflections on an Exchange Year

…a return to the “reason of the season(s),” I cannot help but think we have much to learn from a culture that still finds ways to commemorate, preserve, and enjoy life — even in “ordinary time.” Secondly, I tasted a small part of what it is like to be an outsider and a foreigner. In order to fulfill the requirements…

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Gems for the Journey: Challenge, not Comfort

…life of the nation, and the only light is this man Jeremiah. Josiah, the king after God’s own heart, has been slain. Josiah’s conversion to Yahweh at age sixteen was evidenced by the young king’s orders to purge Judah and Jerusalem of idolatry. With Josiah’s death, the nation quickly slipped back into idolatry. Jeremiah has been forced to leave his…

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Certificate Program in Public Theology

The purpose of the Certificate Program in Public Theology is to deepen the capacity of individuals engaging in public theology, a field that draws upon the resources of the Christian faith in order to serve the common good of society. The Certificate Program is designed for students who are either already engaging in, or plan to engage issues such as…

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Response to immigration ban

…the basis of faith, race, or ethnicity. The executive order temporarily banning refugees and citizens from seven predominantly Muslim nations is a violation of Christian values. In his ministry of gathering to himself those who found themselves thirsty, hungry, naked, estranged, and outcast, Jesus calls us into a new way of being (Matthew 25). The Brief Statement of Faith of…

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Student spotlight: Pay attention to the “bread crumbs”

…Theology & Food Justice Nancy Myer: Lifelong learning Senator Scott: Finding community and connection Colleen Earp: Camping, conservation, and chickens In “Reference” to Paula Skreslet Paul Smith: From police officer to pastor Heather Woodworth Brannon advocates for housing justice in Richmond BY JEFF STAPLETON Everyone seemed to see the potential for a career in the church except for Master of…

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Director of Youth Ministry–First Presbyterian Church–Charlotte, NC

…ministry in order to guide young people to Christ. Key Responsibilities Provide spiritual leadership to middle school and high school students and their families, equipping students to be followers of Jesus Christ Create a safe haven for students to interact with others, provide mutual support for each other, and explore their faith Be responsible for the planning, organizing, and coordination…

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Union Forum: Chaplaincy & COVID-19

…us online for a panel discussion focusing on the work of chaplains and how they are answering the call to ministry during the pandemic when so many of the traditional means of pastoral care are not available. All are alumni of Union Presbyterian Seminary. Panelists: Rev. Laura Kelly – (M.Div.’16) Chaplain at Cleveland Clinic Hospice and pastor of North Springfield…