Special Meeting of PMV July 21 to act on
Kirkmont Center Plan for Self-Sustainability

Presbytery of the Miami Valley will meet Tuesday, July 21, 5:30 P.M.  at Memorial Presbyterian Church, Dayton, to act on the Kirkmont Center Plan for Self-Sustainability prepared by the ad hoc Steering Group,  which has been working diligently with the Board of Trustees and Council for nearly two years. The report addresses the concerns of both the presbytery for the continuing ministry of Kirkmont and the mandate for financial self-sustainability in the presbytery’s New Design.

Download the Plan for Self-Sustainability    Download the Meeting Call

Get Small Church Sunday resources, including including hymns, prayers, an offering and a list of suggested activities for congregations and presbyteries.

The Rev. Bill Reisenweaver, pastor of South Charleston Presbyterian Church and Moderator of PMV, is blogging about items of interest to church leaders in Presbytery of the Miami Valley. The blog also provides an opportunity to get involved in the discussion through reader comments.

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Covenant Presbyterian Church, Springfield, hosts a Job Seekers Networking Group 6:30-8:30 P.M., every other Wednesday. At each meeting, participants discuss career transition topics such as writing a winning resume, creating your marketing plan, networking, online resources, answering the tough interview questions, and they also hear from relevant speakers. Learn more about the Covenant Job Seekers Group>>

Fairhaven Church, Centerville, offers a Job Seekers Group, which meets Thursdays 9:00-11:30 A.M. Participants receive support and encouragement, job search training, and tips. Each week experts in career coaching, HR, Executive Placement, etc. provide training as well as professional networking opportunities for people in the Dayton area. Learn more about the Fairhaven Job Seekers Group>>

The YMCA of Greater Dayton offers Support Groups for Job Seekers at various branches around the Miami Valley. Each group is led by a trained facilitator and will provide support and encouragement to individuals who are dealing with the stress of being without employment and the challenges of searching for a job. Anyone in the community who would benefit from this support group, which is sponsored by the YMCA and facilitated by a YMCA Volunteer Chaplain, is welcome to attend at no cost. Learn more about the YMCA Support Groups for Job Seekers>>

Kirkmont Center has opened its Summer Program Schedule, and through September 7, the PMV camp and conference center in Zanesfield, Ohio, offers a variety of summer programming opportunities for people of all ages, with the theme "Breakthrough.” Kirkmont Center is open to people of all faiths and denominations. 
 
We have been blessed with an amazing and beautiful place to celebrate God's love, peace, and grace!  It's a very special place where we have grown in our relationships with God and have met some of our dearest friends! 
 
We'll enjoy and learn about God's creation and our relationships with Him by relaxing, swimming, reflecting, playing outside, singing and worshiping at the campfire, hiking, seeing old friends, making new friends and much more! More information>>

Racial Ethnic College Scholarships

Racial Ethnic Scholarships are available for minority persons in good academic standing who are members of a Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) congregation within the bounds of the Synod of the Covenant, which includes Presbytery of the Miami Valley. Scholarships are for one year for minority college, university and seminary students who have demonstrated financial need. Students may apply for a second year. The application deadline is September 1. More information and application forms>>

Rebecca’s House Volunteers Meeting, July 5

Belle Center United Presbyterian Church is now scheduling volunteers to build Rebecca’s House in Gulfport, MS. from August into October.  The church has been working with other churches and organizations to finance and build a home for a family in Mississippi displaced by Hurricane Katrina. Volunteers can form their own teams or join another group.  There will be an informational meeting on July 5, 4:00 P.M. at the church for anyone interested.  Refreshments will be served following the meeting.  Call the church at 937-464-2695 with any questions.

Churchwide Gathering for Presbyterian Women, July 11–15, Louisville

The Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women gives women the opportunity to nurture their faith in community with women from around the world, learn about mission opportunities and justice and peace issues, develop leadership skills, participate in workshops, hear from Bible study leaders and plenary speakers, meet new friends, including Global Partners from around the world, and more. More information & registration>>

Reclaiming Congregational Song, July 27-29

Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA will host “Reclaiming Congregational Song” July 27-29. The workshop will address practical, musical, and pastoral ways to help members and leaders of congregations to reclaim or cultivate their own musicianship and the embodied act of singing in worship. Keynote speaker is Patrick Evans, associate professor in Yale University’s Institute of Sacred Music. This event is open to clergy, educators, musicians, and others who are simply interested – whether you have a deep knowledge of music or you are a novice. More information & registration>>

Order the 2010 Mission Yearbook of Prayer and Study

Churches may order 2010 Mission Yearbooks through the PMV office by August 31 for the bulk order price of $5.00 for the adult or children’s editions (assuming PMV meets the minimum order requirement). E-mail the PMV office or call 937-258-8118 to place your order. Learn more about the Mission Yearbook>>

PC(USA) World Mission Celebration ’09 in Cincinnati

Celebrate what God is doing in the world and how Presbyterians are part of God's mission. Come to World Mission Celebration 09 in Cincinnati October 22–24 to learn, share and make lifelong partners in mission. If you are passionate about world mission, this gathering is for you – whether you're already seasoned in mission work or want to network with others and learn how to get involved in mission. More information and registration>>

Northminster Mission Fund

Grants up to $5,000.00 are available to individual Congregations, Congregations in Partnership, Designated Presbytery Networks, and Validated Ministries of the Presbytery of the Miami Valley, for the continued purpose of building up the body of Christ. Pending available funds, grants may be renewed for one year. Learn more>>