Blackhawk Presbytery
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Supporting Thriving Faith Communities in Northern Illinois
Grounded in the biblical image for human community, as disciples of Jesus,
 following His witness and command for His church,
guided by the principles of trust, open communication, and genuine relationships,
we will challenge and support our congregations to be thriving faith communities by
propviding competent pastoral leadership, resourcing to energize ministry, and developing networks and partnerships of Presbyterians.
 
 

Location Change for September Presbytery Meeting

The September presbytery meeting location has been changed to First Presbyterian Church in Rockford. Rockford First is selling its building and preparing for a new phase of ministry.  Rockford First wishes to celebrate its many years of ministry at the Main Street location with members of Blackhawk Presbytery. The original host church, First Presbyterian Church, Woodstock will host instead in September 2013.

Presbyterian Women Issue This Year’s Kits Challenge

Sometimes simple items, given with great love, are the difference between hope and despair. Presbyterian Women in the Presbytery of Blackhawk issue a challenge to each of our congregations to provide hope for those in need, in partnership with Church World Service.
 
The challenge: will each congregation make at least 30 school kits or hygiene kits?
 
This year, think beyond the congregation and involve the community –this is a great outreach project!  Read more. . .
 

Presbyterian Women News

The 2012 Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women is July 18-22 in Orlando, Florida. This year’s theme is “River of Hope.” Read more. . . 

2012 Per Capita Assessment

The per capita assessment for 2012 is $34.41.  $6.63 is designated for the General Assembly, $3.81 for the Synod of Lincoln Trails, and $23.97 for Blackhawk Presbytery.

Presbytery-wide Mission Trip to Joplin

The Mission Strategies & Resources Board is organizing a presbytery-wide mission trip to Joplin, Missouri May 13-18.  Contact Art Drummond for details.  Download a flyer and put together a team from your congregation! 
 
 
 
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