Bruce Byers named Temporary Executive Administrator at Crestfield Camp
Crestfield Camp and Conference Center has named the Rev. Dr. J. Bruce Byers to serve as its temporary executive administrator during the transition between executive directors.
History: Presbytery of Carlisle – Helping and supporting those in need
Mission and social justice have been central to the mission and ministry of the Presbytery of Carlisle.
History: Kiskiminetas Presbytery – Plenty of change but still only one goal
While there have been many changes to the landscape of the Kiskiminetas Presbytery over the past centuries, one thing hasn’t changed: the people God has called to the churches with the Kiskiminetas Presbytery remain faithful to sharing the good news of the gospel to the persons in rural areas, small towns and small cities of Armstrong, Indiana, Clarion and Jefferson counties.
Helping Hands Care Team from Lehigh Presbytery heading to South Carolina
The Helping Hands Care Team of Lehigh Presbytery is planning a mission work trip to Sumter, SC, on March 18-25, 2017 to assist with the recovery efforts after heavy rains and flooding caused extensive damage to the churches and homes in that area.
Presbyterian Outlook webinars focusing on professional development
Two webinars will be held in the coming weeks through the Presbyterian Outlook that are aimed to further your professional development from the comfort of your home or office on Feb. 14 and March 28.
Theology, Racism and Christian Practice seminar series under way
Saint Mark Presbyterian Church in North Bethesda, MD, is hosting a three-part seminar series titled “Theology, Racism and Christian Practice: How Shall We Respond?” in February, March and May.
Changes coming to Crestfield Camp and Conference Center
After 12 1/2 years of service, Rev. Betty Angelini is answering a new call to God in Birmingham, AL, and Paul Humphreys, Crestfield’s Program Director, has accepted a new call back in New Zealand, his home.
History: Synod of the Trinity – 300 years of dedication to the region
The first synod in the United States was organized in 1716 and met for the first time in 1717 in Philadelphia, consisting of presbyteries from Philadelphia, New Castle, Snow Hill and Long Island. However, the Presbytery of Snow Hill was never formed, and those churches were absorbed by New Castle.
Presbytery of Philadelphia raising $300,000 for 300th birthday
The funds will be equally distributed among eight initiatives already transforming lives within this mission focus.
Young Adult Volunteer program gearing up for 2017
The Young Adult Volunteer program is a yearlong service opportunity for young folks, ages 19-30, in 21 separate sites across the United States and around the world through the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).