MISSION TEAMS for Missouri Union Presbytery

Published in September 28th, 2007
Posted by VickiSchildmeyer in Mission Opportunities: Trips & Other

There are openings (i.e. ministry opportunities) to serve on MISSION TEAMS in our presbytery. These teams are not just for pastors–any church member, including youth, can serve. It's your chance to learn from others with like interests, share your God-given gifts and follow Christ more faithfully. The work of these groups varies widely, but [...]

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Get your news/events on the Presbytery Website

Published in September 28th, 2007
Posted by VickiSchildmeyer in Events & Celebrations

Is your congregation celebrating a special one-time event? Maybe your church have an awesome idea and the results exceeded your best hopes!
A primary purpose for this website is getting out the WORD–not just the Good News of God's Grace made real and personal in Jesus Christ, but also sharing information, opportunities and encouragement for ministry–ministry [...]

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175th ANIVERSARY at BUFFALO PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Louisiana, Missouri on Sunday, September 30, 2007

Published in September 28th, 2007
Posted by VickiSchildmeyer in Events & Celebrations

The Buffalo Presbyterian Church, Louisiana, MO, celebrated their 175th anniversary with an Open House reception on Sunday, September 30, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Neighbors, friends and others throughout Missouri Union Presbytery joined in commemorating the ministry and witness of this historic Pike county congregation. Many gathered to share memories and enjoy fellowship and refreshements from 2-4 [...]

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FESTIVAL OF SHARING Report of 2007 Festival

Published in September 26th, 2007
Posted by VickiSchildmeyer in News--General Interest

The 2007 Festival of Sharing held at the Missouri State Fairgrounds in Sedalia was a great success. Thanks be to God! Preliminary totals are that 44,000 Pounds of potatoes, 20,000 pounds of rice and 20,000 pounds of beans were bagged and packed for shipping. In adddition, 120 local agencies received support, one and a half [...]

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HOMECOMING at NEW LEBANON PRESBYTERIAN Sunday, September 30, 2007

Published in September 13th, 2007
Posted by VickiSchildmeyer in Events & Celebrations

Annual Homecoming Gathering was held at New Lebanon Presbyterian Church on Sunday, September 30, 2007
Families and Friends from the community joined in celebrating the Friendship and Faith of this historic Cooper County congregation, founded in 1820.
All were welcomed to the following events for the annual Homecoming.
12:30 p.m. Contributive Basket Dinner (indoors)
2:00 p.m. WORSHIP AND [...]

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Pastorial Enrichment for Transitions in Ministry

Published in September 7th, 2007
Posted by VickiSchildmeyer in Continuing Education

Pastoral Enrichment for Transitions in Ministry (PETM) is a professional development program primarily for pastors in
their first 5-7 years of ministry. It provides an opportunity to
strengthen role identity, congregational understanding, and necessary
leadership skills. Ministers in the Synod of Mid-america are eligible to attend–primarily (but not exclusively) those in their first 5-7 years of ministry. [...]

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