Presbytery of Western New York
E-Newsletter March 24, 2009 
The Promise of Spring
CALL TO A STATED MEETING of the
PRESBYTERY OF WESTERN NEW YORK Saturday, March 28, 2009
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
Click here for Call papers. Outreach Ministry Team Offers Grants The Peacemaking group of the Outreach Mission Team is offering four grants of $250. each to anyone from the Presbytery of WNY who is planning to attend the Big Tent conference in Atlanta, GA, June 11-13. The sponsoring congregation should match the $250, in support of their representative to the conference. Anyone seeking a grant for the Big Tent conference should contact the Presbytery office for a one-page form to be completed by April 30. Information from the New York State Power Authority Regarding Applications Gladys Gifford forwarded information regarding applications and funding for Greenway project proposals. Click here for more information. What is happening in the Synod of the Northeast? Click here for a report from Richard Petersen on the Synod Mission Design Consultation meeting on March 6 and 7, 2009. Please contact Petersen or Bronwen Boswell with any questions about this report. One in the Spirit – The Connectional Church Comes Alive For the text of the monthly communication, One in the Spirit, click here. Synod Mission Design Update: Newsletter Click here for information about the March 2009 edition of the Synod's Nor'E-News. Synod representatives request that you make this newsletter available to your congregation. Recycling Bottles and Glasses! Joanne Martin from First United Church in Silver Creek reported on two projects to help Third World Countries. An abundance of medicine bottles go to land fills or are disposed of on a regular basis. By removing the prescription labels, you can create an empty container that can be used by others for storing personal items. In addition, old prescription glasses can be shared with Third World Countries. Please contact Martin at Jet104@aol.com for further information. Interfaith Forum on Domestic Violence At 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24, at Orchard Park Presbyterian Church, the Interfaith Peace Network of WNY will bring together some prominent members of the Muslim community to offer reflections on their faith and culture. This program is part of a new initiative of IPN to enhance peace in our region through improved understanding in faith communities of Islam and of Muslims. In response to the shock of the deadly violence in Orchard Park, the forum’s panel will also share perspectives on the recent incident and on domestic violence throughout the world. The audience is warmly encouraged to voice questions, concerns, and hopes during the 90-minute forum. Refreshments and informal conversation will follow. Orchard Park Presbyterian Church
4369 S. Buffalo St.
Orchard Park, NY 14127
716-662-9348
www.oppchurch.org Clarence and Hamburg Churches Announce Openings for Music Directors Click here for the new posting regarding the director of music ministry position at Clarence Presbyterian Church. Also, you may access all ongoing openings, including the Hamburg Presbyterian Church position, by clicking here. Reminder about Camp Duffield Registration for summer camp at Camp Duffield begins March 25. Registration is on first-come, first-served basis and is open to all youth in WNY. Sixteen camps are scheduled . There are camps for first timers (second graders), grade school, and middle school and high school age children. Send inquiries to www.campduffield.org or contact Dave Harty at davehfta@aol.com. For additional information, click here for “Camping Opportunities for Youth,” as posted on the PWNY homepage. Resource Center Update from Mary Mohlke Six new Nooma 12 minute DVD and discussion starters are in the Resource Center, ready to go out on loan. Click here for more information. Dr. James Beebe will speak at the Apologetics Rountable, April 5th Click here for the invitation to attend the WNY Apologetic Roundtable Discussion, April 5th, 6:30 PM, at Whitehaven Road Baptist church. Presbytery Youth Council Schedule The Presbytery Youth Council (PYC) is resurging and invites you to the following events. Most are for Jr and Sr Highs (grade 6-12) and their Leaders. Please send your preliminary reply SOON (Yes, Maybe or No) for any event asking for a RSVP.
If you have an interest but can't attend, please let us know. Those with an “*” signify PYC sponsored events: April 18 Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper’s Beach Sweep 9:00-Noon. RSVP
May 2* Presbytery Day Youth Workshops (Franklinville). RSVP
June 13* YAD (Youth Advisory Delegate) to Synod Selection Day
6/21-7/19 Looking for a 2009 Mission Trip? There are 3 week-long opportunities in Louisville, KY for your Jr. and/or Sr. High groups. Visit www.pcusa.org:80/youthministry/missioncentered
July 20-25* Canada Youth 2009 - 40 spots available. Check ages and write if you are interested! Click here for a flyer.
Oct 11 Presbytery Wide Dance at Lockport First 6:30-9:00. DJ, Live Band and Snacks. $5.00 per Youth. Watch for more details! And on into 2010:
July 20-24* Presbyterian Youth Triennium. Perdue University. 40 spots available. Watch for more information! Youngstown Presbyterian Church Sponsors Youth Dance, March 27th
Click here for a flyer describing the dance at Youngstown Presbyterian Church, March 27th, from 6 to 10 PM. Nominations for Youth Advisory Delegate to the 2009 Synod Assembly The Presbytery of Western NY is seeking nominations of young people age 15-22
to serve as our Youth Advisory Delegate (YAD) to the 2009 Synod Assembly.
Please click here for the application, due June 1st. Presbytery (Loves Your Church) Day
“GOING DEEPER, LEADING FURTHER”
MAY 2, 2009
FRANKLINVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Click here for more information regarding the schedule and workshop offerings. Hit a Home Run and Make Time for the Mission Fair on Saturday at Wayside! Come early (9:30 AM) to talk to significant players in outreach programs from around the Presbytery of Western New York. And – find the answer to the question: How is a well-run mission program like the grand old game of baseball and its teams? e-Newsletter – Standard Operating Procedures Thank you to all of the contributors to our weekly e-newsletter. The variety and depth of these articles are making the newsletter a “worthy read.” Please note that submitting your articles to newsletter@pbywny.org by 5 PM each Friday will assist the editor and the webmaster as we move forward with this ongoing project.
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