Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Church and Community meeting this Sunday May 31
The Church and Community committe will meet this Sunday May 31 in the Parlor after Worship and after the reception for Mr. Hughes. We'll plan to get started around 12:30. Please see the e-mail Kit sent around for the agenda and topics for discussion. Lots of exciting things going on with our committee these days !!
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Support for Healthcare Reform
At the 218th meeting of General Assembly (June 2008), Presbyterians adopted a recommendation supporting national health care reform, calling for advocacy and education that pursues “the goal of obtaining legislation that enacts single-payer, universal national health insurance as the program that best responds to the moral imperative of the gospel.”
As part of that work toward advocacy and education, Sixth Church is a proud sponsor of Healthcare: Human Right and Moral Imperative, a regional conference organized by the Western PA Coalition for Single Payer Healthcare. The conference will be held on Sunday, June 14th, from 1 PM till 5 PM at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in East Liberty/Highland Park.
The conference is free; a light lunch will be served at 1:00, with the program beginning at 2:00. This is one of ten regional conferences around the country being supported by the Presbyterian Church USA. More information and online registration are available at http://www.wpasinglepayer.org/ConferenceAnnouncement.html .
As part of that work toward advocacy and education, Sixth Church is a proud sponsor of Healthcare: Human Right and Moral Imperative, a regional conference organized by the Western PA Coalition for Single Payer Healthcare. The conference will be held on Sunday, June 14th, from 1 PM till 5 PM at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in East Liberty/Highland Park.
The conference is free; a light lunch will be served at 1:00, with the program beginning at 2:00. This is one of ten regional conferences around the country being supported by the Presbyterian Church USA. More information and online registration are available at http://www.wpasinglepayer.org/ConferenceAnnouncement.html .
Thursday, May 14, 2009
God's Whole Family
The National Welcoming & Affirming Presbyterian Conference
September 4 - 6, 2009 Labor Day Weekend
Second Presbyterian Church, Nashville, Tennessee
From Michael Adee:
"God's Whole Family" is hosted by Second Presbyterian Church, Nashville and produced by More Light Presbyterians for pro-LGBT Presbyterians, families, friends and allies.
Easy online registration now with housing options at: www.mlp.org/mlp2009reg
Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow, Moderator of the 218th General Assembly, PCUSA, will be there as keynote speaker and preacher. Bruce is pastor of Mission Bay Community Church, a multi-cultural Presbyterian congregation in San Francisco, CA
Bruce's blog: http://www.mod.reyes-chow.com/
Rev. Debra Peevey, MLP's Campaign Outreach Coordinator for Amendment 08-B, will be present to share heartwarming stories of faith, courage and transformation plus lessons learned from the campaign. Debra is a minister in the Disciples of Christ tradition and lives with her spouse, Candy in Surprise, AZ.
We will gather in community and deepen our faith through affirming worship and by celebrating the gifts of God's creation, love and grace for us and all the world.
Think Road Trip! Get a group from your church, youth group, campus or seminary community, or presbytery to be in “Music City USA” for the LGBT-affirming faith and spiritual experience of the year!
Group registration discount 5 for the price of 4, discounted registration for high school, college and seminary students, and early registration discounts for all.
Email inquiry at mlpinmidtn@yahoo.com. local phone contact: Trice Gibbons 615.292.1555
Register online today at www.mlp.org/mlp2009reg
See you in Nashville and bring your family & friends!
--Michael Adee
PS -- Please forward the good news and this invitation to others within your family, circle of friends, church, youth group, campus or seminary community!
Michael J. Adee, M.Div., Ph.D., Executive Director & Field Organizer
More Light Presbyterians, 369 Montezuma Avenue # 447, Santa Fe, NM 87501 USA
(505) 820-7082, michaeladee@aol.com, www.mlp.org
September 4 - 6, 2009 Labor Day Weekend
Second Presbyterian Church, Nashville, Tennessee
From Michael Adee:
"God's Whole Family" is hosted by Second Presbyterian Church, Nashville and produced by More Light Presbyterians for pro-LGBT Presbyterians, families, friends and allies.
Easy online registration now with housing options at: www.mlp.org/mlp2009reg
Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow, Moderator of the 218th General Assembly, PCUSA, will be there as keynote speaker and preacher. Bruce is pastor of Mission Bay Community Church, a multi-cultural Presbyterian congregation in San Francisco, CA
Bruce's blog: http://www.mod.reyes-chow.com/
Rev. Debra Peevey, MLP's Campaign Outreach Coordinator for Amendment 08-B, will be present to share heartwarming stories of faith, courage and transformation plus lessons learned from the campaign. Debra is a minister in the Disciples of Christ tradition and lives with her spouse, Candy in Surprise, AZ.
We will gather in community and deepen our faith through affirming worship and by celebrating the gifts of God's creation, love and grace for us and all the world.
Think Road Trip! Get a group from your church, youth group, campus or seminary community, or presbytery to be in “Music City USA” for the LGBT-affirming faith and spiritual experience of the year!
Group registration discount 5 for the price of 4, discounted registration for high school, college and seminary students, and early registration discounts for all.
Email inquiry at mlpinmidtn@yahoo.com. local phone contact: Trice Gibbons 615.292.1555
Register online today at www.mlp.org/mlp2009reg
See you in Nashville and bring your family & friends!
--Michael Adee
PS -- Please forward the good news and this invitation to others within your family, circle of friends, church, youth group, campus or seminary community!
Michael J. Adee, M.Div., Ph.D., Executive Director & Field Organizer
More Light Presbyterians, 369 Montezuma Avenue # 447, Santa Fe, NM 87501 USA
(505) 820-7082, michaeladee@aol.com, www.mlp.org
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Neighborhood Academy Works
Three of the first four graduates of the Neighborhood Academy are graduating from COLLEGE this spring! So far, seventeen students have graduated from the Academy; all of them have gone on to college.
All of them.
That's a tribute to the Neighborhood Academy, to the volunteers who support the Academy's work, to the families involved, and to the students themselves, who put in a lot of hours and a lot of effort in order to graduate.
For more on the NA alumni who are graduating this month from college, see http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/09129/968946-53.stm .
All of them.
That's a tribute to the Neighborhood Academy, to the volunteers who support the Academy's work, to the families involved, and to the students themselves, who put in a lot of hours and a lot of effort in order to graduate.
For more on the NA alumni who are graduating this month from college, see http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/09129/968946-53.stm .
Friday, May 8, 2009
EECM Fundraiser: Do Good by Eating Well
WHAT: A Flavor of the East End
WHEN: Saturday, May 30
WHERE: Pittsburgh Glass Center
Join East End Cooperative Ministry for this annual fundraiser featuring great food, lively music, glass blowing demonstrations and more! Participants will have the opportunity to create their own work of art.
A Flavor of the East End benefits the hungry, homeless and at-risk children and youth of Pittsburgh's East End.
For more information, please call EECM at 412-361-5549.
WHEN: Saturday, May 30
WHERE: Pittsburgh Glass Center
Join East End Cooperative Ministry for this annual fundraiser featuring great food, lively music, glass blowing demonstrations and more! Participants will have the opportunity to create their own work of art.
A Flavor of the East End benefits the hungry, homeless and at-risk children and youth of Pittsburgh's East End.
For more information, please call EECM at 412-361-5549.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Camp Crestfield: Got Gravel?
The Church + Community Committee supports the work of Camp Crestfield. Please see below for camp news and opportunities!
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News from Crestfield Camp & Conference Center
A ministry of Pittsburgh Presbytery
Summer Camp
New for 2009
Campers who attend one week of camp are able to attend additional weeks in the 2009 season for 50% off!! In a time when we are looking for great deals and wonderful summer activities for our children and grandchildren, consider summer camp at Crestfield. Summer camp begins the week of June 21. Get out those calendars and see what week(s) work for you!! For a complete listing of our summer camp opportunities go to http://www.crestfield.net/SummerPrograms.htm#Top
Upcoming Retreats at Crestfield
Older Adult Retreat
May 19-20, 2009
Psalms for Life
OK Seniors! Crestfield isn't just for kids! We have 2 days of fun, relaxation, study and worship planned for you. We will even provide transportation for you. Retreat cost is $65 for double occupancy in Scott Lodge, our hotel-type facility with single beds and private bathrooms. Rev. Cynthia McClung and Linda Pokrajac will be the retreat leaders. For on-line registration form go to
http://www.crestfield.net/senior_adult_retreat.htm
Summer Camp Highlights
Horse Camp
July 19-24
Grades 6-11
Crestfield introduces a new camp this year for horse lovers! Campers will travel to Slippery Rock University's Equestrian Center for 4 afternoons of horse interactions. Campers will learn safety around horses, how to care for, groom and saddle horses as well as learn riding skills. In addition to horse encounters, campers will enjoy other Crestfield activities such as worship, Bible Study, archery, canoeing, climbing wall and much more. This camp is limited to 10 campers so register today!
Little Ones and Loved Ones
June 30-July 2
August 17-19
It's Back! This camp promises to be the most meaningful 4 days and 3 nights that you'll spend with your child all year long! Parents, grandparents, or relatives and their children (age 3 to 7) will grow in God's Word as together they explore the Bible, enjoy the beauty of Crestfield and experience all the fun that camp has to offer. Participants stay in comfortable Scott Lodge. This is a great opportunity for an older child to attend Genesis Camp (first timers) and for you to be on the grounds with a younger child. Call Becky if you have any questions.
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HELP NEEDED:
Pot holes at Crestfield
The snow Crestfield experienced over the winter has now thawed. With the thaw we have discovered that our roads are more mud than gravel. If you have access to any excess gravel that would help to eliminate the mud and make our roads drivable again, please contact Mike, Crestfield's buildings and grounds keeper at Mike@Crestfield.net.
Help Needed
Are you a Registered Nurse longing to spend a week in the great outdoors? Crestfield is looking for volunteer RNs to help for one week at summer camp being the health care provider. Responsibilities include administering medications, triaging and treating injuries. Crestfield provides an air conditioned room in Scott Lodge, meals you don't need to cook or clean up, lots of fun and the opportunity to grow in your faith. If you have a current PA nursing license and are interested, please contact Betty at bangelini@pghpresbytery.org. Bartering for your child's /grandchild's week of camp is a possibility.
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News from Crestfield Camp & Conference Center
A ministry of Pittsburgh Presbytery
Summer Camp
New for 2009
Campers who attend one week of camp are able to attend additional weeks in the 2009 season for 50% off!! In a time when we are looking for great deals and wonderful summer activities for our children and grandchildren, consider summer camp at Crestfield. Summer camp begins the week of June 21. Get out those calendars and see what week(s) work for you!! For a complete listing of our summer camp opportunities go to http://www.crestfield.net/SummerPrograms.htm#Top
Upcoming Retreats at Crestfield
Older Adult Retreat
May 19-20, 2009
Psalms for Life
OK Seniors! Crestfield isn't just for kids! We have 2 days of fun, relaxation, study and worship planned for you. We will even provide transportation for you. Retreat cost is $65 for double occupancy in Scott Lodge, our hotel-type facility with single beds and private bathrooms. Rev. Cynthia McClung and Linda Pokrajac will be the retreat leaders. For on-line registration form go to
http://www.crestfield.net/senior_adult_retreat.htm
Summer Camp Highlights
Horse Camp
July 19-24
Grades 6-11
Crestfield introduces a new camp this year for horse lovers! Campers will travel to Slippery Rock University's Equestrian Center for 4 afternoons of horse interactions. Campers will learn safety around horses, how to care for, groom and saddle horses as well as learn riding skills. In addition to horse encounters, campers will enjoy other Crestfield activities such as worship, Bible Study, archery, canoeing, climbing wall and much more. This camp is limited to 10 campers so register today!
Little Ones and Loved Ones
June 30-July 2
August 17-19
It's Back! This camp promises to be the most meaningful 4 days and 3 nights that you'll spend with your child all year long! Parents, grandparents, or relatives and their children (age 3 to 7) will grow in God's Word as together they explore the Bible, enjoy the beauty of Crestfield and experience all the fun that camp has to offer. Participants stay in comfortable Scott Lodge. This is a great opportunity for an older child to attend Genesis Camp (first timers) and for you to be on the grounds with a younger child. Call Becky if you have any questions.
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HELP NEEDED:
Pot holes at Crestfield
The snow Crestfield experienced over the winter has now thawed. With the thaw we have discovered that our roads are more mud than gravel. If you have access to any excess gravel that would help to eliminate the mud and make our roads drivable again, please contact Mike, Crestfield's buildings and grounds keeper at Mike@Crestfield.net.
Help Needed
Are you a Registered Nurse longing to spend a week in the great outdoors? Crestfield is looking for volunteer RNs to help for one week at summer camp being the health care provider. Responsibilities include administering medications, triaging and treating injuries. Crestfield provides an air conditioned room in Scott Lodge, meals you don't need to cook or clean up, lots of fun and the opportunity to grow in your faith. If you have a current PA nursing license and are interested, please contact Betty at bangelini@pghpresbytery.org. Bartering for your child's /grandchild's week of camp is a possibility.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Make A Joyful Noise!
The East Liberty Family Health Care Center is honoring Janet Edwards and 24 other people at a gala on Sunday, May 17th, at Joyful Noise 2009. The event will feature Aaron Copland's 'Fanfare for the Common Man' and proceeds will benefit the East Liberty Family Health Care Center, which offers a Christian ministry of whole-person healthcare.
Tickets are $75 per person or donations are accepted.
Where: Westin Convention Center Hotel (1000 Penn Avenue/Pittsburgh 15219)
When: Sunday, May 17th, from 4 PM to 7 PM
Registration and Online Invitation at:
https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/EastLibertyFamilyHCC/OnlineRegistration.html
Tickets are $75 per person or donations are accepted.
Where: Westin Convention Center Hotel (1000 Penn Avenue/Pittsburgh 15219)
When: Sunday, May 17th, from 4 PM to 7 PM
Registration and Online Invitation at:
https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/EastLibertyFamilyHCC/OnlineRegistration.html
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