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Study and Think Group
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 The
Unity Team of Foothills Presbytery invites you to a "Study &
Think Group" to look at the proposed Form of Government that a task
force is offering to the GA next summer.
When? Friday, October 5, at 12:30 pm (over by 3 at the
latest) A sandwich lunch will be provided - you can help pay!
Where? Limestone Presbyterian Church, 101 E. Jefferies St.,
Gaffney
Who? All who are interested
For lunch planning, please RSVP to davidsutton@charterinternet.com.
Questions for consideration:
What theology is reflected in the proposed Form of Government document?
Will this way of framing the church's order take us forward or backward?
What could strengthen the FOG, shaping the PCUSA in the next generation?
Are there practical implications of the document we need to understand?
What does Foothills want to offer as improvement to the proposed Form of
Government?
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Celebrate What's Right with the Church
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 This
is an invitation to ministers. DCEs, music directors, officers and other
leaders of congregations to "celebrate the church!" On
Saturday, October 20, from 10 am to 3 pm at Thornwell Home for Children
in Clinton, Church Leadership Coaching & Consulting will present a
morning plenary and afternoon workshops on "What's Right with the
Church." The registration fee is $35 plus $7.50 for lunch. This
event is being held for all five presbyteries in South Carolina.
Workshops include (1) How can I keep from singing? (2) Renewed spiritual
energy and identity for the transformed church, and (3) How can we sing
the Lord's song in a foreign land? For more information on the leaders of
this organization, go to the website below.
What's Right
with the Church?
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This 'n That
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PIANO - Do you know of anyone needing a
piano? Members of First Spartanburg Church have a short upright that they
would be happy to donate if there's a need. Contact Holt Andrews at rhandrews@fpcspartanburg.org.
HYMN BOOKS - Don't forget that Fort Hill Church has red hymnals
they want to give away - Contact Lee Churchfield at churchfield@bellsouth.net.
They will pay to ship them to you.
JOB OPENING - St. Andrews Presbyterian Church is looking for a
part-time Youth Director. Duties would include coordinating and
facilitating Christian education and activities for elementary, middle
and senior high youth. If interested, please contact the church office at
864-292-0430 or send your resume to 1860 Reid School Road, Taylors, SC
29681.
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Living Till We Die
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Author Nancy Blakely and
Songwriter Kathleen Deignan invite you to a special preview of a
curriculum based on "Living Till We Die: A Journey of Faith
Practices." The preview will take place on Saturday, October 27,
between 9:30 am and 3:00 pm at the Sadler Center at Hospice of the
Upstate in Anderson. Study guides for "Living Till We Die"
will be available for purchase. The first 50 registrants will receive a
complimentary copy, together with songbook and CD. There is no charge for
attending and lunch is included.
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What's Happening in October in Foothills
Presbytery
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 Visitors
from Ghana in our Presbytery September 29 - October 15
Mark Adams in our Presbytery for Mission Challenge '07 October 24-28.
October 1 - 12:00 noon - Ministry of Governing Body
October 2 - 10:00 a - Older Adult Retreat Committee at Providence Church
October 2 - 6:00 - Ministry of Congregational Development
October 4 - 4:30 - New Church Development
October 4 - 6:00 - Committee on Ministry
October 4 - 6:30 - Westminster Society at Barley's Taproom
October 6 - 2:00 - Darfur Rally in Columbia
October 7 - World Communion/Peacemaking Offering
October 7 - 3:00 - Duo-Organist Concert at John Knox Church
October 8 - 3:30 - Safe Place Committee
October 9 - 12:00 noon - Nominations Committee
October 9 - 6:00 - Council
October 11 - 10:00 a - Staff Meeting
October 13 - 10:00 a - PW Spirituality Retreat at First Greer
October 14 - 4:00 Closing worship and meal for Ghanaian visitors
October 15 - 12:00 noon - Inspiration and Support
October 17 - 12:30 - Fellowship of Clergy Spouses at Carlson home
October 18 - 12:00 noon - Examinations Commission
October 18 - 12:00 noon - Church Administrators gathering
October 20 - 10:00 - Celebrate What's Right with the Church at Thornwell
October 20-21 - Middle School Retreat at Bonclarken
October 22-24 - Minister-Educator Retreat at White Oak
October 25 - 12:00 noon - Committee on Preparation
October 26-28 - Synod PW Gathering at Epworth
October 28-30 - Retirees Retreat at Montreat
October 30 - 6:00 - Cultural Context Team
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Peacemaking Offering
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 The
Peacemaking Offering will be received on October 7, World Communion
Sunday. Your congregation is invited to be a part of the work for peace
in the world.
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Retreats Retreats Retreats
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(Pictured: Glenn and
Evelyn Bannerman)
RETIREES RETREAT
If you are a retiree (or in that age group) and would enjoy spending a
few days in the mountains with a group of very friendly fellow
Presbyterians, it's not too late to register for the upcoming Foothills
Presbytery Retirees' Retreat. This gathering will take place October
28-30 in beautiful Montreat, with participants staying in Reynolds and
Hickory Lodges. The event will begin with registration at 4:00 on Sunday
afternoon.
Glenn and Evelyn
Bannerman will lead the group in a fun-filled time of worship, singing,
games, and re-creating. The Bannermans have traveled nationally and
internationally to provide recreation for people of all ages and
abilities at church family retreats and leadership training events. We
hope you will want to be a part of this enjoyable weekend at Montreat -
Call the presbytery office at 288- 5774 to sign up now.
<brMIDDLE SCHOOL RETREAT
"Lifelines, " a retreat for middle school age youth will
be happening October 20-21 at Bonclarken Assembly in Flat Rock. It will
be a beautiful time of the year to meet in the mountains with youth from
all over the presbytery. The Rev. Andy Casto Waters will be the keynote
speaker, and Beth Williams from Charlotte will lead the singing and
recreation. The Foothills PYC encourages you to join in for a weekend of
fun and a time to grow and learn spiritually. Call the presbytery office
if you have not already registered to get your names on the list and send
in your registration forms right away.
SC MINISTER-EDUCATOR
RETREAT
Ministers and educators in all five presbyteries in South Carolina will
have an opportunity for fellowship and sharing at the annual retreat on
October 22-24 at White Oak Conference Center. It's not to late to register!
The Rev. Rodney Sadler, associate professor of Bible at Union-PSCE
Charlotte will lead the retreat. Recreation time will including golf,
canoeing, fishing, or just relaxing at the conference center. This is a
unique opportunity to meet with other ministers and educators in South
Carolina. Call for a registration form if you do not have one.
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