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PNews 10/5/23

October 5, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Nevertheless The word “nevertheless” is often a transitional word – in which challenging and difficult realities are named, identified, and followed by a statement of steadfast commitment. If we believe in God of Easter, we must acknowledge the reality of …


Nevertheless

October 5, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

A Letter to Pittsburgh Presbytery from Rev. Brian Wallace Associate Minister for Emerging Ministries & Acting Head of Staff Thursday, October 5, 2023 Dear Friends-  At last Thursday’s Presbytery meeting, I shared a sermon that had been burning in my …


Next Gen Ministry Team News – October 2023

October 4, 2023 | Posted in NextGen News

Next Generation Ministry Team Newsletter October 2024 In This Issue: Next Gen Lunch NEXT Thursday Better Than AverageTraining Last Call for Next Generation Ministry Leader’s Cohort Next Gen Lunch NEXT Thursday Our first next-generation ministry leader’s lunch is next Thursday …


Media and Presentations from the September 2023 Presbytery Meeting

October 1, 2023 | Posted in Announcements

Below, you’ll find links to the videos and presentations shared at the September 2023 meeting of Pittsburgh Presbytery. Videos: Crestfield Service and Adventure Camp Highlight Video (YouTube) The Commonwealth of Oakland NWC Video (YouTube) Freedom Rising Grant Recipient – IMPACT …


PNews 9/28/23

September 28, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

Today’s Presbytery Meeting We are delighted to be able to meet at Crestfield Camp and Conference Center to worship together, to do our business, and to enjoy times of fellowship in the beauty of God’s creation. We hope that you …


September 2023 Presbytery Meeting

September 28, 2023 | Posted in Letters from the General Minister

A Letter to Pittsburgh Presbytery from Carla L. Campbell Stated Clerk and Congregational Support Associate Thursday, September 28, 2023 Dear Presbytery, We are delighted to be able to meet at Crestfield Camp and Conference Center to worship together, to do …


2023 Purpose and Strategy Statement Introduction

September 27, 2023 | Posted in Announcements

The Executive Committee of Pittsburgh Presbytery recently approved a new purpose and strategy statement for the Presbytery.  While similar in some ways to previous statements, they also present a significant shift in the way in which the role of the …


2024 Budget Presentation

September 21, 2023 | Posted in Announcements

On September 21st, Rev. Brian Wallace (Associate Minister and Acting Head of Staff), hosted a Zoom meeting where he presented a more in-depth review of the proposed 2024 Budget Meeting.  A video recording of this presentation can be found here.


A Shared Vision that Unites Us?

September 21, 2023 | Posted in Letters from the General Minister

A Letter to Pittsburgh Presbytery from Rev. Brian Wallace Associate Minister for Emerging Ministries & Acting Head of Staff Thursday, September 21, 2023 A Shared Vision that Unites Us? Dear Friends- When we first received the results of the Landscape …


PNews 9/21/23

September 21, 2023 | Posted in Weekly Newsletter

A Shared Vision that Unites Us? Last Tuesday, the Executive Committee approved a new purpose and strategy statement for Pittsburgh Presbytery. That, in and of itself, isn’t remarkable. But, in this week’s article, Brian shared why it wasn’t at all what he …