Author Archives: Mike Givler

Brian McLaren challenges congregations to overcome division with something good

Posted April 18, 2019

“Look at this time of division as an opportunity to look at all of the evil that’s happening and say that we’re going to overcome it with something good.”

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A Transformational Experience: Our Neighbor’s Place at First Covenant

Posted April 17, 2019

“Guests are comfortable in our space, and they see FPCC as a place that will always welcome them.”

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2019 Triennium great learning experience for youth around Synod

Posted August 21, 2019

“Triennium helps youth see that they are not alone, that other people their age believe, and that they can grow into adulthood with confidence in their faith and Savior.”

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Symposium challenges church leaders to look to the future

Posted June 14, 2019

“The future of the church is not about building the church. It is about pointing to Jesus.”

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Frank Orzehoski named Synod’s business administrator

Posted May 8, 2019

“I look forward to sharing with the Synod of the Trinity the gifts the Lord has given me.”

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Trip to Montgomery, AL, leaves Synod leaders changed

Posted April 3, 2019

In January, Synod of the Trinity Transitional Executive Susan Faye Wonderland and Synod Moderator John Bolt had the opportunity to travel to Montgomery, AL, at the invitation of synod executives of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to be part of an ongoing discussion about race within the denomination. What follows are the reflections from Susan and…

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Educational Workshop for Pastors

Posted April 15, 2019

This workshop will help pastors learn how to cast a vision, articulate that vision, outline a pragmatic, inclusive and empowering path and motivate people to move toward that vision.

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Activities flourishing for African-American males at Shiloh Church following Freedom Grant award

Posted May 2, 2019

“It takes a program of mentorship like this that includes spending time and showing there is a way out.”

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National Black Presbyterian Caucus to meet

Posted April 4, 2019

The 2019 National Black Presbyterian Caucus biennial convention will meet on June 27-29 in Atlanta.

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Kim Bossé makes Krislund Camp her newest home

Posted March 22, 2019

“There is a great love for this camp that you don’t find everywhere.”

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