Heartland Presbytery

Condolences and prayers to the family of 20 year old Daunte Wright, another black man killed by a police officer in Minnesota for a routine traffic stop. There... are no words for the anger, pain and trauma black people have absorbed in this country...Resurrection Power to all those committed to standing against the destructive sin of racism, hatred and white supremacy! See more

Heartland Youth Connection Attention Youth Leaders of Heartland Presbytery! The Congregational Ministry Division of Heartland Presbytery has established a new sub-committee of youth leaders to explore options for revamping how we do youth ministry at the Presbytery level. We are calling it the Heartland Youth Connection. One of our first steps is to gather contact information for the primary youth leader(s) at ALL of our churches whether full-time, part-time or volunteer. Our... next step is to gather as many of you as possible so we can share information and ideas. The team has scheduled a planning retreat at Heartland Camp, May 1415 and at the end of our retreat we want to extend an invitation to any youth leader who is willing and able to join us for some fun, snacks and conversation. Get all the details here, https://docs.google.com//16f2fubGtkWmx3lLgfRsvqRxiTM/edit.

Mediation Skills Training Institute (MSTI) and the MSTI Refresher Course For those who have already taken our Mediation Skills Training Institute (MSTI), we are pleased to offer a new one-day event: the MSTI Refresher Course! Sessions are available on Tuesday, May 11 and Saturday, June 12. The fee is $99, and the event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time. The full five-day version of MSTI is also available on May 37, June 2125, August 26, October 1115 and November 1519, 2021. The session in August will include the option for in-person attendance in the Chicago area. Registration for all events being offered by the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center is open now, https://lmpeacecenter.org/ticketspice/. Questions? Please consult the MSTI Brochure, call 630.627.0507, or send an email to [email protected].

Decolonizing Wealth: Indigenous Wisdom to Heal Divides and Restore Balance A three week book study with Rev. Dr. Deb Meinke April 18, 25, & May 2 67 p.m. via Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84477829792)... What if money could heal us? All of us. Edgar Villanueva, the author, is a Lumbee Indian with a decade of experience in the philanthropy biz. His work encourages all to move beyond traditional views of colonizer charity to reciprocity, interconnected and interdependent. We are only a healthy community if we’re taking care of everybody. Join Rev. Dr. Deb. Meinke as she leads us through a three-week discussion of this book. Order your copy here, https://www.amazon.com/Decolonizing-Wealth-Ind//1523097892, or at a retailer of your choice. Rev. Dr. Deb Meinke, HR, is a new member of Heartland Presbytery, having transferred from Cimarron Presbytery in North-central Oklahoma. Deb is a lifelong Presbyterian with degrees in geology, evolutionary biology, and theology (College of Wooster, Yale, and later Phillips Seminary. She loves science and theology, and is committed to creation care, environmental and racial justice, and their intersections. (She/her/hers) Sponsored by Second Presbyterian Church's M25/Anti-Racism Group.

How to Update Zoom Zoom has become a huge part of our daily lives and the presbytery uses it as an important means of communication, especially for meetings. It is important you are using the latest version of Zoom, as its features have recently changed. If you are using your tablet or iPhone, your app probably is already updated. If you are using your laptop or desktop app, sign in, click on your picture or initials in the upper right corner, and click on "Check for Updates." Accept and install any updates before signing in to any meetings.

Tuesday, November 3 6 p.m. Gentle Yoga Join Sarah Dunne Pickrell, https://www.sarahdunnepickrell.com/upcomingevents, at 6 p.m. via Zoom on Election Day for a gentle yoga practice, allowing yourself to become present to your breath and your body.... Gentle yoga is a beginner-friendly and meditative practice, focusing on stretching and breathing. Most postures will be seated. It is recommended to have a pillow, blanket, and strap or towel handy. Class is free, but please consider donating $10 to a friend or business/organization engaging in antiracism work. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84235487978 Meeting ID: 842 3548 7978 Passcode: 568116

Upcoming APCE Zoom Call Soul Care for Christian Educators: 11/10 - Association of Presbyterian Church Educators Join us at the appointed time for Soul Care for Christian Educators. Note: The success of interaction on ZOOM meetings may depend on your individual browser and security settings of which APCE has no control. https://apcenet.org//soul-care-for-christian-educators-11/

Heartland Presbytery is highlighting our New Worshiping Communities. We hope this will give you a little insight into what they are all about. Elder's Circle The Elder’s Circle is a new community growing at Cherith Brook Catholic Worker House in the northeast neighborhood of Kansas City. With a long history of serving the under-resourced of our city, Cherith Brook’s leaders have begun to discern a greater call to the spiritual lives of their community. Discernment continues a...round bi-weekly breakfasts, music and prayer. Stay tuned for what God is doing here! When: To join Cherith Brook in their ministry of service and care, check out their website! Volunteers and donations are always needed. Where: 3308 E. 12th St. Kansas City, MO 64127 Learn more about Elder's Circle at https://cherithbrookcw.blogspot.com/. Learn more about our New Worshiping Communities at https://heartlandnwc.org/.

Churches small and large and everything in between can celebrate Advent, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day even during a pandemic, so long as they’re willing to innovate and perhaps simplify. #pcusa #advent https://bit.ly/37CEtIe

Wednesday Word from Rev. Dr. Diane Moffett Scripture says to "do justice", not just talk about it. What are the ways in which you are doing justice?

Are you scrolling through Facebook, realizing how tired you are after Sunday work? Join me- with the Presbyterian Outlook....... Running on empty: An invitation to a new fuel source 90-minute Presbyterian Outlook webinar...... Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Live webinar with on-demand replay Presented by Dee CooperAre you running on empty or running behind? Are you powering through the pandemic? What will happen when your reserves are gone? Maybe, they already are. Click on the link below to register https://pres-outlook.org//running-on-empty-an-invitation-/

Enjoyed worship at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church. Revs Mitch and Sue Trigger focusing on the sacraments as expressions of God’s promises Happy Reformation Sunday !

What a joy to celebrate with The Rev Elizabeth Meador and Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church during the Heartland Presbytery Service of Installation through zoom.

Register for the Remaining Fall 2020 Pathways Online Courses at Union Presbyterian Seminary Courses are open to all, including Commissioned Ruling Elder candidates or any individual seeking further knowledge and edification. Each course meets weekly for five (5) weeks, 68 p.m. CT. Two courses, Reformed Theology/Church History and Teaching the Bible, begin next week.The Reformed Theology/Church History course is seeking interested participants for a second section, beginning ...Monday, October 19. For more information, visit https://mailchi.mp//continuing-education-union-presbyteria

Zoom can provide connection if we are intentional......