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Agape House Vandalia

The 3,000th guest arrived at Agape House of Vandalia the end of May!  Veronica of central Illinois had been staying at the house about once a month since Jan 2009, to visits a friend at the correctional center in Bowling Green. She emphasized that Agape House makes it possible for her to visit as frequently as she does because she does not have to pay for a motel.  She added that the quiet Christian influence of co-managers, Ed and Dolores adds to her enjoyment.  “I thank God for this ministry,” she commented.  All of those associated with Agape House Vandalia thank God for YOU and YOUR part its ministry. Donation request for July and August: postage stamps—both 28 and 44 cents—to help with newsletter mailing expenses!  

175th Anniversary at Big Creek PC

 

Members and Friends of Big Creek Presbyterian Church in Rensselaer, gathered on July 18 and 19 to celebrate God’s faithfulness throughout 175 years of worship, ministry, and mission.  Saturday, July 18, the Church hosted a community ice cream social from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The high point of the celebration was worship at 11:00 AM on Sunday, July 19. After worship, everyone shared a carry-in dinner before enjoying a program of music and memories. For 175 years the church has been located at 49515 Big Creek Lane, Rensselaer, MO 63401 (8 miles west of Hannibal on Hwy 36, then 2 miles south on Route H.)  You may contact Rev. PJ Southam at bigcreekchurch@thelifeline.net or 573-221-7347 for information about Big Creek Presbyterian.

Columbia Seminary’s Group Study Grants

Columbia Seminary Offers Group Study Grants for Clergy & Church Professionals Group applications are being accepted thru Sept 28, 2009 for Columbia Theological Seminary’s S3 (Sabbath, Study and Service) Project. S3 offers small, self-selected groups of clergy and church professionals the opportunity to design and participate in learning projects that strengthen their practice of ministry. Groups receive $500 per person to fund their self-directed group project. Read more »

John Lersch–MUP SCE

Rev. John Lersch, First Louisiana and Elmwood PC, received unanimous support to become the Stewardship of Creation Enabler (SCE) for Missouri Union Presbytery. As SCE John will work with congregations on environmental issues to educate, motivate, and facilitate action to protect God’s creation. Read more »

Longwood-Ice Cream Supper

You’re Invited to an Ice Cream Supper at Longwood Presbyterian Church Sat, July 18, 2009. Begins at 4:00 p.m. They’ll be serving up hot dogs, home-made ice cream, pies, cakes and drinks–along with lots of Fellowship until they run out of ice cream!  Read more »