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This Week's Synod Snaps News
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You can help increase mission sending Friday, March 05, 2010 (5 reads)
 Are you called to mission service or know somebody who might be? Presbyterian World Mission currently has openings in Brazil, Ethiopia, Haiti and Sudan, among other countries. Visit One Door to view the openings. World Mission’s goal is to recruit, train and send 22 more mission co-workers this year, but meeting that goal depends on the financial support of Presbyterians. The more Presbyterians give, the more mission personnel can be sent. Contribute to mission personnel support online or call (800) 728-7228, x5628.
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New mission personnel depart for Africa Friday, March 05, 2010 (14 reads)
 Last month three new mission workers completed their orientation and have now begun overseas service:Carolyn Weber, a Presbyterian pastor for more than two decades, is serving in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as library advisor/English instructor at Mekane Yesus Theological Seminary. Bob and Kristi Rice are serving in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Bob will be working with the Presbyterian Community of Congo as a Christian education and evangelism consultant. Kristi has been appointed to team ministry and will assist Bob in his role. Bob was ordained to the ministry of Word and Sacrament by San Francisco Presbytery on Feb. 7.
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Daily Lenten Devotional Friday, March 05, 2010 (13 reads)
 d365.org is an online devotion website that provides daily devotions throughout the year. This lenten season's theme is called Journey to the Cross. Scripture, prayer, and meditative thoughts, accompanied by gentle music, can be accessed every day at www.journeytothecross.org through Easter Sunday, April 4.
Bishop Brian Prior of the Diocese of Minnesota will introduce this year's theme "Things Done and Left Undone" each week. Writers from sponsoring denominations will illuminate the theme in the days to follow. Ken Medema shares his gift of music by providing original music tracks composed exclusively for Journey to the Cross. Make this unique meditative resource a part of your journey from the dark road to the cross to the joy of resurrection.
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General Presbyter Opportunity in Michigan Friday, March 05, 2010 (11 reads)
 The Presbytery of Mackinac is seeking to fill the part-time position of General Presbyter. This person is to provide administrative and spiritual leadership for the Presbytery, to advance their mission. Responsibilities include: - Serving as head of staff with responsibility for the implementation of the Presbytery’s decisions in the matters of strategy, program and resources.
- Serving as a primary resource person to the Committee on Ministry and the Coordinating Council and a secondary resource person to other committees as needed.
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Princeton's Offers Free Webinar - Serving Those Who Serve Friday, March 05, 2010 (13 reads)
 Pastoral Care for Veterans and Military Families
Monday, March 8 at 1:30 p.m. EST
How can pastors and lay leaders in local church settings better reach out to and serve members of the military and their families? What about offering pastoral care to those returning from combat?
Lt. Col. Peter Bauer, an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ, clinical social worker, and the Chief of the Wounded Soldier Sponsorship Program at the Army Reserve Warrior and Family Assistance Center at Fort McPherson, Georgia, will be addressing these and related topics at Monday's Pastors' Monthly Roundtable.
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Educational Opportunities at Whitworth Friday, March 05, 2010 (13 reads)
 Diploma in Lay Pastoral Ministry June 7-11 and June 14-18, 2010
Churches and religious organizations are looking for qualified men and women to serve in non-ordained positions of pastoral leadership in the church. Unfortunately, many otherwise qualified people are reluctant to pursue these positions because they do not feel adequately prepared biblically and theologically, or they find themselves lacking the practical skills they need to be successful in ministry. Others are already involved in ministry positions but feel limited by their lack of training and ongoing opportunities for development and support. More...
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Synod Sponsors Disaster Response Training in March Thursday, February 18, 2010 (180 reads)
 The Synod is pleased to sponsor a Disaster Response Training Event to be held in the Presbytery of Central Washington. Moses Lake First Presbyterian Church is hosting this Synod-wide training event facilitated by John Robinson, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Response Associate, PCUSA.
The training will begin with lunch at noon, Thursday, March 18, 2010, and end with a noon Lunch on Saturday, March 20, 2010. Click here to download a tentative schedule.
Pre-Registration is required for adequate planning and accommodations. Please register before March 1, by downloading the registration form or by registering online.
The Synod will pay costs for four (4) representatives from each presbytery to attend this training. The training is open to all, however the costs for additional attendees are to be covered by the individual or other sources. Costs include lodging, meals, transportation, and mileage. Facility rental fees, training supplies, materials, and other support services (i.e. AV equipment, etc.) will be covered by the event sponsors.
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Back Issues of Synod Snaps
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Synod Snaps is a weekly electronic news source from your Synod of Alaska-Northwest staff. Through Synod Snaps, our mission is to help presbyteries and congregations stay connected with news of events and opportunities in ministry throughout the Synod. This resource offers a place to share our joys and concerns through prayer, outreach to those in need, and reflection on God's Word. We'd like to encourage you to be an active participant in this resource! If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please contact Sarah Peniston at speniston@synodnw.org.
Back issues of Synod Snaps are posted below. Click on the date to download that issue:
February 19, 2010 February 12, 2010 February 5, 2010
January 22, 2010 January 15, 2010
December 18, 2009 December 11, 2009 December 4, 2009
November 20, 2009 November 13, 2009
October 30, 2009 October 23, 2009 October 16, 2009 October 9, 2009 October 2, 2009
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September 25, 2009 September 18, 2009 September 4, 2009
August 21, 2009 August 14, 2009 August 7, 2009
July 31, 2009 July 24, 2009
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