Sunday, May 6, 2012

Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. The stories in the 2012 Mission Yearbook were gathered around the prayer of Paul for the Colossians, that these faithful brothers and sisters would bear fruit and grow in the knowledge of God (1:10).

Today in the Mission Yearbook: May 6, 2012

MINUTE FOR MISSION: OLDER ADULTS - Members of ARMSS (Association of Retired Ministers, their Spouses, or Survivors) serve the whole church. Like Philip in Acts 8:26-40, we are taken to different places of service. The connection with the Iglesia Presbiteriana/Reformada (IPRC) in Cuba is an example.

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Saturday, May 5, 2012

Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. The stories in the 2012 Mission Yearbook were gathered around the prayer of Paul for the Colossians, that these faithful brothers and sisters would bear fruit and grow in the knowledge of God (1:10).

Today in the Mission Yearbook: May 5, 2012

THE SYNOD OF LAKES AND PRAIRIES - Many American Indian languages, including the language of the Dakota Nation, are in danger of becoming extinct. Only eight fluent Dakota language speakers, those who spoke the Dakota language as children, are still alive. When a language is lost, so too is a cultural heritage..

Enter Dakota Wicohan, or the Dakota Way of Life, which is attempting to preserve the language of the Dakota. The Synod of Lakes and Prairies has become a partner to Dakota Wicohan through the synod's Self-Development of People (SDOP) Committee.

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Friday, May 4, 2012

Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. The stories in the 2012 Mission Yearbook were gathered around the prayer of Paul for the Colossians, that these faithful brothers and sisters would bear fruit and grow in the knowledge of God (1:10).

Today in the Mission Yearbook: May 4, 2012

PRESBYTERY OF THE WESTERN RESERVE, OHIO - Seeking to grow in the knowledge of God and God's heart for the world, members of two churches in the Presbytery of the Western Reserve have found a practical way to put their faith into action. And of course, it all starts with food.

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Thursday, May 3, 2012

Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. The stories in the 2012 Mission Yearbook were gathered around the prayer of Paul for the Colossians, that these faithful brothers and sisters would bear fruit and grow in the knowledge of God (1:10).

Today in the Mission Yearbook: May 3, 2012

PRESBYTERY OF SCIOTO VALLEY, OHIO - Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church (HMPC) is a family undergoing transformation. Located on the west side of Columbus, the faith community has gone through many changes in its 100-plus-year history. Recently, HMPC has been called by God to reach out to the changing neighborhood in new and distinctive ways.

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

In the News ... "Ministerial Alliance to hold National Day of Prayer"

By Sara Higgins
Reporter
Midland Reporter-Telegram

MIDLAND, TEXAS - T
he Midland Ministerial Alliance will bring the National Day of Prayer to a local level at True-Lite Christian Fellowship Church on Thursday.

The event, which will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., will include prayer for all levels of government and local issues of concern. Music will be provided by the True-Lite praise team, and local religious leaders will lead attendees in prayer. The event is open and free to the public.

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Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. The stories in the 2012 Mission Yearbook were gathered around the prayer of Paul for the Colossians, that these faithful brothers and sisters would bear fruit and grow in the knowledge of God (1:10).

Today in the Mission Yearbook: May 2, 2012

PRESBYTERY OF MUSKINGUM VALLEY, OHIO - It began with a heart for their communities and an awareness of the crisis at hand: 800 applicants for one custodial job in Perry Township; thousands laid off across the 14 counties in the Presbytery of Muskingum Valley (MVP); empty homes with unpaid mortgages. For such a time as this, the Presbyterians of MVP have been called.

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Tuesday, May 1, 2012

In the News ... "Odessa Mayor's prayer luncheon set"

Staff Report
Odessa American

ODESSA, TEXAS - Mayor Larry Melton is hosting a prayer luncheon on Thursday, May 3, 2012, the National Day of Prayer.

Author Don Piper will be the inspirational speaker for Mayor Melton’s eleventh and final Prayer Luncheon. Piper has penned best-selling books “90 Minutes in Heaven” and “Heaven is Real.”

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Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. The stories in the 2012 Mission Yearbook were gathered around the prayer of Paul for the Colossians, that these faithful brothers and sisters would bear fruit and grow in the knowledge of God (1:10).

Today in the Mission Yearbook: May 1, 2012

PRESBYTERY OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO - What is your mission story? We all know our churches do mission and outreach, but how do we talk about it? How do we tell our churches' stories? Those were exactly the questions asked by the Presbytery of the Miami Valley as a way of empowering its 12,536 members in 62 congregations to know and have access to mission stories from one another.

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