Presbytery of Western New York
E-Newsletter January 24, 2012 CALL TO THE STATED MEETING of the
PRESBYTERY OF WESTERN NEW YORK
Saturday, January 28, 2012
9:30 am – Registration
10:00 am – Meeting Convenes
At Wayside Presbyterian Church
S-5017 Lake Shore Rd., Hamburg, NY 14075
Phone: 716-627-2150
POINTS OF INTEREST:• 8 Overtures to General Assembly for second reading and vote• Election of General Assembly Commissioners• Commissioning of Mission Trip ParticipantsDIRECTIONS:Located in Wanakah, on the south side of Route 5 at Amsdell Rd., 1/2 mile east of the intersection of Route 5 and Old Lake Shore Rd., and 1/8 mile west of Wilson Farms. From the east or west: Take the I-90 to the Hamburg exit, #57. Just past the toll booths, take the ramp to your right onto Route 75 (Camp Rd.). At the first signal, turn left onto Route 20 west (Southwestern Blvd.). At the second signal, turn right onto Amsdell Rd. The church is about one mile up on the left hand side. You will approach from the rear of the church, where the parking lot is located Church is on the left. CHILD CARE: In order that Wayside Presbyterian will know how many children to plan for, any member of Presbytery needing child care during the meeting should call the church at 716-627-2150, no later than January 23, 2012.LUNCH: Lunch will be served at a cost of $5.00 per person. Tickets may be purchased in the registration area. Please contact the church if you have specific dietary restrictions.PLEASE NOTE: If you are a minister member and unable to attend this meeting, please call Jan at the office at 668-1995 or e-mail her at JanT@pbywny.org. | Celebrating Fifteen Years of Radio Ministry
Rev. Dr. Jeffery L. Grove, Pastor of Third Presbyterian Church in North Tonawanda, has been proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ on his radio program called “Taste of New Wine” every Sunday morning for a decade and a half. “Taste of New Wine” is heard on WJJL, 1440AM on Sunday mornings at 9:00am.
“Taste of New Wine” opens with these inspiring words from Pastor Grove: “Good morning friends. This is ‘Taste of New Wine’ where we look to communion with Christ as a way of renewing a life of confidence and compassion.”
Pastor Grove’s radio ministry is supported by his church, Third Presbyterian Church in North Tonawanda, as one of their central outreach ministries. “Taste of New Wine” is heard throughout Western New York and Southern Ontario Canada.
Hundreds of special memorials and anniversary and birthday recognitions for loved ones have been delivered by Pastor Grove on “Taste of New Wine.” Shut-ins, hospitalized, and people looking for spiritual and emotional revitalization continue to listen to Pastor Grove’s inspiring messages every Sunday morning. As Pastor Grove says, “Everyone who is looking to communion with Christ as a way of renewing a life of confidence and compassion continue to tune in every Sunday morning on 1440AM, at 9:00 am to “Taste of New Wine.”
On February 12, Sunday, 12:00pm, the Deacons will be hosting a special luncheon after worship service to celebrate and recognize Rev. Grove’s inspiring radio ministry. Representatives from WJJL will be present to speak about Rev. Grove’s special radio ministry.
Third Presbyterian church has been faithfully serving our community for 105 inspiring years. Pastor Grove formally served Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church in Niagara Falls for twelve years. Several creative outreach programs were initiated by Pastor Grove during this time including the first State certified Presbyterian Church in Western New York; dinner theatres, special community Christmas events, such as Miracle on 59th Street, which included breakfast with Santa, pictures with Santa, huge bake sale and crafts, etc. For the last four years Pastor Grove has been instituting similar programs at Third Presbyterian Church.
| Job Opportunity – Part Time
Organist / Choir Director
Amherst Presbyterian Church
5 – 10 hours per week, one worship service, one choir
Call 633-4656 - if machine picks up, please leave your name and phone number
Or email AmherstPC@verizon.net
| Interim Pastor Sought at Hamburg Presbyterian Church Hamburg Presbyterian Church is looking for a
full-time interim pastor. Resumés may be mailed
to Wendy Zimmerman or Jeff Leyonmark at 177 Main
Street Hamburg, New York 14075.
| College Youth Scholarships for Conferences are Available
The Discipleship & Nurture Team has a scholarship application for college youth who need financial assistance in attending conferences. Click here for the application. For more information contact DNT co-chairs Rev. Dorothy Pearman, 892-4426 or Debbie Katz, 884-9437.
| Resource Center DVDs
Looking for a DVD for adult education or program? Click here for a listing of all DVDs in the Resource Center. For more information, contact 631-0979, mmohlke@gmail.com, 300 N. Forest Rd., Williamsville, NY 14221
The Resource Center also has a new web site - www.ccgwny.org
| Presbytery-wide Confirmation Retreat
Mark your calendars now for a presbytery-wide Confirmation Retreat designed for 8th & 9th grade youth.
to be held at Kenmore Presbyterian Church, 2771 Delaware Ave, Kenmore
- 7PM Friday, February 10, 2012 to 3PM Saturday, February 11, 2012.
- This retreat is meant to supplement your confirmation process.
- This is a retreat, not a lock-in, with lights out at a reasonable hour.
Watch for more information in presbytery newsletter and on the website.
Contact Debbie Katz at 884-9437, ext. 329 or Jon Brown at 759-8396.
| News from Third Presbyterian Church of North Tonawanda
Pastor Rev. Dr. Jeffery L. Grove
Coming Events: Recognition Sunday
February 12, Sunday: Deacon’s luncheon celebrating sixteen years of Rev. Grove’s radio program, “Taste of New Wine.” Dinner Theater
February 18th Saturday 5:00pm
Call 754-1245 for Reservations.
Theater in the Midst will be performing a one act play entitled, VALIANT. A mysterious man in a prison to be executed for a murder he admits to committing. A young girl comes to see him hours before his death, thinking he may be her long lost brother. After a short time together, the girl is able to go back to her mother with the happy belief that her brother died a War hero. The prisoner is left to valiantly face his own death.
Dinner Menu
Salad
Roast Beef and Chicken
Kimmelweck Rolls
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Vegetables
Dessert Red Velvet Cake with Ice Cream
Coffee, Tea, Cold Drinks
Basket Auction
Cost $13.00 Lenten Soup Supper and Program
Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00: February 29, March 7, 14, and March 21
The film to be shown is “Jesus of Nazareth.” The film provides the setting and background for the birth, childhood, baptism, teaching and many miracles of the Messiah, culminating in the divine Resurrection. Directed by Oscar nominee Franco Zeffirelli and acclaimed by critics and religious leaders worldwide. We will see this inspiring movie in full length as a result of our new camera enlarger.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
March 10, Saturday 5:00. Corn beef and cabbage dinner, Irish School of Dance performing, and basket auction
Pastor Grove’s radio program, “Taste of New Wine,” airs every Sunday on WJJL, 1440AM at 9:00am
| Freelance Organist/Pianist
I am a free-lance organist available just for filling in at those churches around WNY who are in need. I have been a substitute as a professional for several years and have played for various denominations throughout WNY. I live north of Lockport and am a member of Wrights Corners Presbyterian Church. However, I am not the organist there as I only free-lance with other churches.
Nancy White
singernan2@verizon.net
716-433-0187
3926 Lockport Olcott Rd, #102
Lockport, NY 14094 | Job Opening at First Church, Buffalo
First Presbyterian Church of Buffalo is seeking an Associate for Christian Education, 20 hours per week. Primary responsibilities are planning and directing the Christian Education program, including recruiting and supporting volunteers and communicating with families.
Candidates should submit resumes to the attention of Janet Hill electronically to email@firstchurchbuffalo.org, or by mail to One Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201.
| Organist Needed at First Presbyterian Church of Allegany
HELP WANTED! After several years of faithful service our organist/choir director is retiring. The First Presbyterian Church in Allegany will have a permanent position for organist/choir director available, starting January 1, 2012. Our Sunday service starts at 9 AM so, this would be perfect fit for a person now playing for a later morning service. Interested parties can call Pastor John Woodring at the Church office @716-372-2912 or Jim Hitchcock @716-372-0064. Calls will be returned.
| Presbyterian Youth Connection Retreat Rescheduled
(and a few more details)
As previously announced, The Presbyterian Youth Connection invites any interested youth groups to a Presbytery Spring Retreat at Camp Duffield. Unfortunately, due to scheduling conflicts the date has been moved back a week to Friday March 23 - Sunday March 25, 2012, so please make the change on your calendars.
And a few more details:
• This retreat will be a collaborative effort, so all participating youth groups will work together on food and traveling costs. For example, some youth groups may own vans and others may contribute gas money (and other such scenarios.)
• Camp Duffield’s price for two nights is $40 a person.
• The food and travel costs will not add a substantial amount to that, probably around $10.
• The price you quote to your own youth group could be smaller due to your youth budget, fundraisers, etc.
• The deadline for youth groups to sign on is February 15, 2012 to leave time for the youth leaders to plan the details and for Duffield to prepare for us.
Interested, want to sign up, further clarification needed? Please contact Peter Martin at North Church Williamsville at pmartin@northchurchwilliamsville.org or 716-632-1330.
| Heifer Women’s Lambing Project
April 13 – 16, 2012
Overlook Farm, Rutland, MA (central) 
Join women of this Presbytery and women from across the country to watch a lamb take its first steps and reflect on the new beginnings that Heifer brings to millions of families around the world. We will participate in the daily rhythms of a working farm learning basic animal husbandry skills with specific focus on the birthing process of goats, sheep, swine, cattle, rabbits and the hatching of chicks.
A blend of facilitated discussions, experiential hands-on learning activities and direct interaction and work with farm animals will help us also understand the mission of Heifer International and appreciate the lives of those helped by the organization. It's a wonderful way to spend your spring vacation, learn more about Heifer and how animals help lift families out of poverty in the camaraderie of a diverse group of women. Group is limited to 16 participants. Registration is $475.
For more details, contact Elena Delgado at #860-2881 or via e-mail at elenad@verizon.net. You can also speak to Joan at Overlook Farm at #508-886-2221.
The Women's Livestock Birthing at Overlook Farm may include:
• Courses on birthing, pre-natal and post-natal care of livestock
• Nighttime birth checks
• An opportunity to explore Heifer's work throughout the world
• Educational sessions focusing on sustainable agriculture
• Culinary and food preservation techniques
And the big question— Will I definitely see a birth?
You will most likely see one species of animal give birth but there are no guarantees as Overlook does not induce birth. The program provides a plethora of learning opportunities (and fun!) regardless of the births.
Registration Information
Participants: Women ages 16 (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) and older of all backgrounds and experiences. The group is limited to 16 participants.
Per Person Tuition Fees: $475 (not tax-deductible) due upon registration and is made directly to Heifer Overlook Farm on a first-come first-served basis. Please identify your participation as a member of WNY Presbytery.
Tuition Fee Includes: Educational programming including work projects, shared lodging in the bunkhouse and meals (dinner the first night to breakfast the last day).
Transportation to Overlook Farm: Participants must provide their own transportation to farm. Carpooling will be arranged.
| Interdenominational Church Administrators/Church Secretaries Conference Crieff Hills Community
May 14-16, 2012 Church Administrators often work in isolation yet deal with many members of the congregation. Whether you work full or part time, this conference is a chance to come together with others from various denominations who share and understand your special position. It is a time to listen, and to share as well as to gain insight into new situations and learn new skills. The main workshops are highlighted in the brochure accessed at the link below. Additional sessions will be offered. Between sessions there will be personal time for fellowship, reflection or a hike through the beautiful grounds of Crieff Hills.
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| Are you thinking about warmer climates right now? Then consider going to Kenya this year!
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