Presbytery Information

http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/News.aspx.

Ø    PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN – ANNUAL FALL GATHERING: Saturday, September 11, 2010. Registration begins at 8:30 AM. First Presbyterian Church, 302 East Windsor Street, Monroe, NC 28112

Ø   BIBLICAL STORYTELLER COMING TO SHARON PC: Donna Marie Todd will be at Sharon Presbyterian Church on September 12, 2010, at 2:00 pm to delight listeners with a 45 minute performance of “Baptism at Second Creek”..

Ø    CELEBRATE THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION: Theological Education Emphasis Sunday, September 19, is an invitation to you and your congregation to pray for and celebrate the gift of our seminaries. The Committee on Theological Education encourages you to embrace this opportunity and to use the liturgical resources compiled by the Office of Theological Education. If you need more assistance please contact the Office of Theological Education at (800) 728-7228 ext 5359.

Ø     A STUDY OF THE BELHAR CONFESSION: Consider this for one of your adult studies or a congregational study this fall. Available from the PCUSA’s GAMC Church Store for $5.00 each. Item Number: 2116208001. http://store.pcusa.org/2116208001
 

What’s happening at General Assembly?  Keep up with the 219^th General Assembly in Minneapolis this week (July 3-10).  Even watch live streaming!  Visit http://ga219.pcusa.org/.

 THE 219th GENERAL ASSEMBLY: Find out more about the actions of the Assembly at the 219th GA Website.  You can download the 16-page bulletin - the "Assembly in Brief" - that you can share with your congregation.

FLORIDA MODERN-DAY SLAVERY MUSEUM: The Coalition of Immokalee Workers' Florida Modern-Day Slavery Museum is coming to Charlotte on Monday, August 16th from 10am -6pm.  It will be hosted at the Compass Group corporate headquarters.

STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOP: Leave A Legacy – Charlotte Region Presents “Creating Congregations of Generous People” - A one-day seminar led by Michael Durall. Thursday, August 26^th from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM at Myers Park Baptist Church.

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN BAND RUSH OF FOOLS COMING TO STEELE CREEK: As part of its 250th Anniversary Celebration, Steele Creek Presbyterian Church is hosting a concert by the Contemporary Christian band Rush of Fools on Saturday, August 28, 2010, at 7:00pm.

Ø      Enjoy a FREE concert with Prince Albert of Monaco’s Choir and Allegro Foundation…a Champion for Children with Disabilities on Thursday, July 15^th at 7:30pm. The event will last approximately one hour and will be held at Sardis Presbyterian Church, 6100 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC, 28270.  Allegro’s children with disabilities will also be featured, showing the Charlotte community what children with disabilities CAN do.  For more information, see the flyer: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/Portals/722/News/MonacoChoir.pdf.

Ø      Gleaning Opportunities with the Society of St. Andrew:  Interested in gleaning?  Opportunities to glean with the Society of St. Andrew are frequently updated on the Gleaning section of our website.  Check it out:
http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/MissionJustice/HungerActionWorkGroup/Gleaning/tabid/23379/Default.aspx.  

Ø      DON’T MISS OUT ON OTHER NEWS IN & AROUND THE PRESBYTERY!  Stay up to date by reading the Presbytery of Charlotte’s News page: www.presbyofcharlotte.org/News.aspx.  Bookmark it, and check back for regular updates!

o       Study on the book of Revelation, led by Dr. James “Mickey” Efird, Presbytery Emeritus at Duke Divinity School
     August 14, 9am-noon @ Davidson College Presbyterian Church

o       Youth Day at Fellowship Point,
     Sunday, September 25, 3-6pm
     Click here for a flyer.

Ø      Have a van, truck, or SUV?  Are you in (or willing to travel to) the Davidson area?  The Society of St. Andrew is looking for a few good men and women (perfect for kids too!) to pick up donated produce from the Davidson Farmer's Market at 12:30pm on Saturdays and deliver it to one of our nearby agencies in need. How often each volunteer goes depends on how many volunteers sign-up! Sign-up today! Contact Kristen Shaben at gleanclt@endhunger.org.

Ø      Father’s Day Rally Against Prostate Cancer: The Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) is organizing churches who will rally together against prostate cancer on Father's Day, June 20th this year.  "Join hands in prayer to save lives!"  For more information, see the flyer.

     Ø      Manse for Rent - Williams Memorial Presbyterian Church:  This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom manse located on Beatties Ford Rd. in Charlotte is available for rent at $800/month, including water.  Contact 704-392-8816 or wmpcsecretary@yahoo.com for more information.  Spread the word to those who may be interested.

DON’T MISS OUT ON OTHER NEWS IN & AROUND THE PRESBYTERY!  Stay up to date by reading the Presbytery of Charlotte’s News page: www.presbyofcharlotte.org/News.aspx.  Bookmark it, and check back for regular updates!
 

MORE NEWS FROM IN AND AROUND THE PRESBYTERY, including conferences, Lenten events, church happenings, prayer concerns, and more can be found on the Presbytery’s News page:         http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/News.aspx.  Be sure to check it out!

The 2010 Legislative Seminar brochure and registration form have now been posted!  This event, sponsored by the Presbytery of Charlotte and the North Carolina Council of Churches, will take place May 20, 2010 at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte.  Registration is $20 (including lunch) and is due by May 12^th.
Brochure: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/News/LegislativeSeminar2010.pdf

Ø      Have you and your loved ones made your health care choices made known… legally?  Find out about health care services and options from professionals who help people make loving planning choices every day in North Carolina.  Come to a free workshop hosted by the Health Ministries sub-group of Mission & Justice, "Expressing Love Legally," at Sharon Presbyterian Church in Charlotte on April 28, 2010, 8:30am-1:00pm.  Lunch is included.
Find out more on our Health Ministries page: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/MissionJustice/HealthMinistries/tabid/47491/Default.aspx

 

Ø      YOUTH NEWS:

>> PYC Applications for the 2010-2011 School Year are now being accepted! 
Application: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/Program%20Areas/Youth/PYC-Application.pdf

>> The Middle School Retreat registration deadline is approaching!  Register by April 5^th -  this retreat will be taking place April 17 & 18 at Camp Pee Dee and will be a positive spiritual experience for all students who attend!
Brochure: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/Program%20Areas/Youth/MSRetreatApr10.pdf

 

The Coalition of Presbyterians for Racial Harmony is holding their Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 10, at the Tradition Golf Club.  Join them for fun, fellowship, diversity, and a "little" competition.  Sign up by April 1.  Questions?  Contact Calvin Lewers, 704-599-0828.
Flyer: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/News/CoalitionGolf.pdf

Ø      Presbyterian Women Events:

1.       The Annual Spring Gathering is taking place April 3, 2010 at Steele Creek Presbyterian Church in Charlotte.

2.       The Gathering of Presbyterian Women of the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic is taking place June 10-13, 2010 at Massanetta Springs Conference Center in Harrisonburg, VA.

See website for details:
http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/PresbyterianWomen/tabid/18216/Default.aspx

 

Ø      Check out pictures from the recent 30 Hour Famine!  It was quite the experience for many youth from throughout our presbytery! 
http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/Youth/tabid/18217/Default.aspx

 

Ø      The 2010 Pilgrimage for Justice and Peace will be taking place March 28, 2010, focusing on justice for immigrants and their families, rebuilding community trust in law enforcement, and refocusing funds on new schools.  The event will be from 10am-5:30pm, with marches in Charlotte.
Flyer: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/News/PilgrimageMarch2010.pdf

How many things can you do in one week that will create a lasting change around the world?  Learn more about how the One Great Hour of Sharing help contribute to positive world changes.  Pass this information along to your congregation, that they truly understand the importance of their gifts to this offering - find resources on the presbytery’s OGHS website: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/MissionJustice/HungerActionWorkGroup/OneGreatHourofSharing/tabid/23377/Default.aspx.

Ø      Bulk Orders for Presbyterian Planning Calendars are due March 31.  Order these calendars now for just $7 each.  (Calendars cover June 2010-December 2011.)
Order Form: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/News/BulkOrders2010-Calendars.pdf

Ø      Outstanding Older Adult Award nominations are currently being accepted.  If you have experienced faithful servants of the Lord contributing to good works in your church, recognize them! 
Details: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/News/2010OOAA.pdf

Ø      The Middle School Retreat is coming up April 17 & 18 at Camp Pee Dee, open to all students in grades 6-8.  Help youth grow in faith and strengthen spiritual ties by sending them on this retreat!  Registrations must be submitted by April 5^th.
Brochure: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/Program%20Areas/Youth/MSRetreatApr10.pdf

Ø      Book Fellowship Point, the Presbytery’s camping and retreat site on Lake Norman, for your church groups!  We are now taking reservations for this year.  
Fellowship Point Brochure: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/Fellowship%20Point/FPBrochure.pdf
Reservation Requests: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/LeadershipDevelopment/FellowshipPoint/FellowshipPointOnlineReservationRequest/tabid/24999/Default.aspx

Haiti Relief – Volunteers Needed! 
>>Volunteers are needed to help unload a truckload of supplies for Haiti here at the Presbytery office tomorrow, Wednesday, March 3 at noon.  
>>More volunteers are needed to help package supplies for Haiti here at the Presbytery office this Saturday, March 6 at 10am.
Please contact Debbie Wilkinson, Debbie.wilkinson@presbyofcharlotte.org or 704-535-9999, ext. 213 if you are able to help.

To stay connected with regularly-updated information on Haiti relief, please visit http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/Haiti.aspx.

Ø      Lunch & Learn with Barbara Bruce
Next Wednesday, March 10, Barbara Bruce, veteran educator with a passion for learning about learning, will be joining us in the Presbytery Office for a special lunch & learn session sponsored by the Leadership Development Committee.  Find out more: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/portals/722/News/LunchLearn-BarbaraBruce.pdf.
Ø      “Presbyterians Care” Bags & Bottles:
If your church did not receive a “Green” grocery bag and water bottles from the Stewardship of Creation sub-group, please stop by the Presbytery Office and see Debbie Wilkinson to pick them up.
For bulk ordering information, visit the Stewardship of Creation webpage:
http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/ProgramAreas/MissionJustice/StewardshipofCreationMissionTeam/tabid/18213/Default.aspx.  
Ø      5K Fundraiser for Camp Grier
Camp Grier is holding a fundraiser on Saturday, March 27, 10am-1pm.  For details and to register, contact dave@campgrier.org.   If you have a Facebook account, check out the Camp Grier 5K event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=329841381288&ref=ts.
Ø      More news from our presbytery, including conferences, Lenten events, church happenings, prayer concerns, and more can be found on the Presbytery’s News page:
 

The Presbytery Packet for the 103^rd Stated Meeting of the Presbytery of Charlotte is now available online.

Click on the link below to access the Packet: http://www.presbyofcharlotte.org/PresbyteryMeetings/PresbyteryPackets/0909PBY/tabid/47571/Default.aspx