New worshiping community ‘Intertwined’ with outdoors
“The intent of Intertwined is to appeal to ‘nones and dones’ and to people who most easily encounter the divine outdoors.”
Author Archives: Mike Givler
Rev. Harry Johns, 80, had a heart for service in the church and community
“He was willing to be a real person and not just a pulpit presence.”
Hermit crabs, hound dogs, potatoes and the Incarnation
At a recent presbytery meeting, I witnessed a candidate’s floor exam for ordination. You might wonder why I would say so in a Christmas reflection. Presbyterian floor exams, normally, are neither unusual nor Christmassy. But this one was both. That fact, more than anything else this month, has put me in a holiday mood. After…
Sheldon Sorge retiring from ‘best call of my life’ in Pittsburgh
“It’s been a really good run. I have nothing but gratitude for this season.”
Synod Stated Clerk Wayne Yost not retiring, just changing scenery
“I have enjoyed assisting other clerks or execs in their polity questions and thinking through things. I’ll miss those contacts.”
Breezewood Trucker Traveler Ministry aids motorists in time of need
“It is a ministry of prayer, of presence, of counsel, of hospitality and emergency assistance.”
Presbytery of West Virginia brings in David LaMotte for triennium reboot
The songwriter, speaker and writer was the keynote presenter on the theme “A More Loving World.”
Addictions Ministry ‘Into the Light’ Videos
Developed by the Presbytery of Redstone’s Addiction Ministry Network, this video series aims to increase awareness and faithful responses by our congregations.
Maureen Wright elected Presbytery of West Virginia leader in “Season of Discernment”
Wright will continue her stated clerk duties through the transition period.
An upside-down totem pole?
A trip to the Synod of the Southwest showed, firsthand, the physical condition of Native PC(USA) churches in its region.