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The Heartland ConnectionA communication of Heartland Presbytery made possible by your mission dollars.

July 28, 2015

Daily Readings for Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Morning Psalms 54; 146First Reading 2 Samuel3:6­21Second Reading Acts 16:6­15Gospel Reading Mark6:30­46Evening Psalms 28; 99

"31He said to them,"Come away to a desertedplace all by yourselvesand rest a while.""

­ Mark 6:31

August 2, 2015 ­ 10th Sunday After Pentecost

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In Heartland Presbytery

Oasis Christian Education Event

For Christian education leaders in the church: pastors, ruling elders, youth/children's directors,committee chair/member, Christian educators ....

October 25­27

Embassy Suites Plaza­­Kansas City

Follow the link above for details and to register!

Click here for the printable OASIS FLIER.

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Host Church Neededfor the April 9, 2016 Presbytery Meeting.

Contact Sally Hinchman, Stated Clerk, for details onhow you can be involved.

Email: clerk@heartlandpby.org

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HEARTLAND PRESBYTERY SHARED MISSION SNAPSHOT

Presbyterian World Mission

30% of the Total Shared Mission Budget from Heartland

Presbytery goes to the Presbyterian Mission Agency, themission arm of the General Assembly. One ministry area isPresbyterian World Mission. Your Share Mission dollars godirectly to support Presbyterian projects and relationshipsaround the world.

Presbyterian World Mission connects God's globalfamily in order to heal wounds of poverty and violence....

Click HERE to continue reading how your Shared Mission dollars help support this worthy cause.

Click HERE for a printable bulletin insert to be sharedwith your congregation.

(submitted by Sally Wright)__________________________________________________________ 222nd General Assembly (2016)June 18­25, 2016 Portland, Oregon

The General Assembly NominationProcess with Nomination Forms arenow available for download. Pleasefollow the link:

AP7 ­ Nomination of Commissioners and YAAD to GA

You will also find this document on the Heartland Presbytery websiteby clicking here. Please download the application forms you will needin order to nominate a commissioner and/or YAAD to GeneralAssembly.

Deadline for nominations is September 30th. __________________________________________________________

Did you know that Heartland Presbytery hasa Facebook page? We want you to "Like" &"Share" our page. See photos and get updatesof recent youth and other presbytery events. It isalso our hope that we one day use this as ameans of "real time" communication to thepresbytery in the event that we need to get information out quickly.Click here to check it out.

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Youth Council Orientation 2015

August 22, 9:00am­4:00pm Group building, goal setting, planning for the 2015­2016 year. Youth will gather at Heartland Center in Parkville, with the YouthCouncil adults. Returning members and new members of the council willbe welcomed. There will be leadership development in the form of study,games, and group building. An arrival snack will be provided at 8:50 a.m., and lunch will be served. There will be an afternoon snack. The day will conclude at 4:00 p.m.The cost will be $10, which will cover all food and activities of the day.Attendance at this event is required for all youth council participants.

Register HERE!

(Submitted by Malinda Spencer)

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Save the Date: Fall Youth Retreat ­ October 2nd ­ 3rd, 2015

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FROM THE RESOURCE CENTER__________________________________________________________

FREE Inclusion Resources for your Church this Summer

Tips to Foster Inclusion at Your Church this Summer Your church may have summer programs that bring newchildren through your doors and a change in routine forcurrent families. Whether you're hosting Vacation BibleSchool or church daycare, here are some resources tohelp every child feel welcomed and included in yoursummer activities:

5 Tips for Summer Church InclusionInclude ALL Kids in VBS with these 9 Tips10 Children's Books that Teach Inclusion

(From the CLC Network, July eNews ­ submitted by MalindaSpencer)

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Apps in church?...

"Times have changed...schools have changed, church has changed,worship has changed, technology in church has changed...so why isSunday school STILL the SAME?"

Watch the Connection each week as we highlight games and educationalapps that could be used in church, Sunday school, or midweek activities:

Our App of the Week for July 14th:

Creative/media apps and websites

"Smilebox ­ another website that creates slides, invites, collagesand more supposedly for free.

Well that's it! So many good ideas out there ­ this is just a start! Ifyou have any great apps or websites you want to share that makeyour kid ministry better than please share! It's fun too keep up withthe latest apps and programs but also very difficult without sharing!So share away!"

(Taken from laurieslittlemonkeys.blogspot.com) Submitted by Malinda Spencer

See the links listed under the "Church Resource Center" forother available resources.

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IN THE GREATER CHURCH

More Scholarship Grads in Guatemala!If you have FACEBOOK, take a look at the Heartland/Maya QuichePartnership page. You'll find photos of the recent graduation of six moreseminary students. This accomplishment was made possible throughHeartland Presbytery scholarships the past several years. A ceremonywas held on June 28th in the big auditorium of the La Patria School inXela. 4 graduated at the Bachillerato (lower) level, and 2 at theProfesorado (upper) level; 3 men and 3 women! Here is the list ofgraduates:

Bachillerato: Cesia Catarina Sohom G, Debora Escobar de Leon, MariaElizabeth Chan B, Rev. Melchor Santiago Oxlaj

Profesorado: Rev. Amos Maldonado M, Rev. Santos Manchu G

(submitted by Rachel Lausch)

In Our Member Congregations

NEW BOOK RELEASE! A brand new book co‐written by Paul Rock and Bill Tammeus, is soon to bereleased by Westminster John Knox Press. It's a short book for small group orindividual study with questions at the end of each chapter. It highlights theways Pope Francis' focus on Jesus, and ministering to those on the margins,has opened the door for Catholics and Protestants to re‐engage in Christ'smission. The release will coincide with the Pope's visit to the United States inSeptember and could make for a relevant small group or Sunday School fallstudy. Follow the link to get more information: Jesus, Pope Francis, and a Protestant Walk into a Bar

(submitted by Paul Rock)

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MOM2MOM Sale At Pine Ridge

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015LOOKING FOR VENDORS! Click HERE for a printable brochure and more information! __________________________________________________________

Grief Recovery for Pet Loss

INDEPENDENCE

Crossroads Hospice14310 E 42nd St South, Unit 600

Independence, MO 64055(North of Price Chopper)

Fridays, August 7th­September 25th from

10:00 am­11:30 amContact: Pam Dimsdale 816­268­2648 or

Jennifer Edington 816­268­2624

Click HERE for a printable information sheet.

(submitted by Melissa Bowers)

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FREE HYMNALS

First Presbyterian Church of Maryville has blue PresbyterianHymnals free for the taking. We also have a hymnal entitledHymns for the Living Church, which is full of older, traditionalhymns. They are also free for the taking. If you are interested, call the church office (660) 582­4257 or e­mailpbymaryv@embarqmail.com

(submitted by Jonathan Mitchell)

NorthEastminster has a copy of the 1990 Presbyterian Hymnal inbraille that we would love to give to a congregation with a sight­impaired singer? Call Julie Murphy at 816­377­5857 if interested.

(submitted by Julie Murphy)

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A Three YearSpiritualFomation

Program Forthe

Training ofSpiritualDirectors

Are you experiencing a call to spiritual renewal and at the same timewanting to learn the skills of discernment and deep listening....both

listening to God, to yourself, and to others?

Click here for more information.(Submitted by Jim Gordon, Pine Ridge)

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Elder Bill Tammeus of Second Church of Kansas City will be teaching aweek­long seminar August 3rd ­ 9th, at Ghost Ranch on"Writing YourSpiritual Will." Participants will explore many ways to pass along theirvalues and commitments to their children, grandchildren and great­grandchildren through various types of writing, from letters to essays topoetry to books. For more details and to sign up, click here. (Submitted byBill Tammeus)

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Job Openings

The Johnson County Sherriff's Office is looking toestablish a pool of ministers to serve as on­callChaplains for the Sheriff's Office. Duties mayinclude:

provide the invocation at Sheriff's OfficeCeremonies (Recognition, Promotion, AcademyGraduation, Badge Pinning, Citizens AcademyGraduation, etc.) provide assistance with death, grief andcritical incident stress assist with Post Incident meetings assist with death/injury notifications tasks as assigned by the Sheriff

Please contact Jonas Hayes, jonas.hayes@gcpc.org,for additional information.

__________________________________________________________ Second Presbyterian Church is seeking a DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES AND ENGAGEMENT. Here is a Detailed Job Description, with information on how to

apply.

(submitted by Paul Rock)

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Southridge Presbyterian Church in Northeast JohnsonCounty needs someone to compose Sunday bulletins, amonthly newsletter and, occasionally, a funeral/memorialhandout. We need someone accomplished on computerand who can use a printer. We are offering a good salaryto an independent contractor for a few hours of workevery month. Please contact Charla at 913­384­5085.

(submitted by Charla Blankenship)

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The First Presbyterian Church of Topekaseeks a ¾ time Coordinator for Children & Youth Ministries. Ourchurch of just under 500 members worships in a beautiful, historicsanctuary located across from the Capitol Building in downtownTopeka. The person who fills this position will receive solid supportfrom parents and the pastors as he/she works to build relationshipsand programs for children, youth, and families. Generous benefits,including health insurance, are included and there is great potentialto grow this position. For more information, please contact SandraStogsdill Brown at 785­233­9601, ext. 18 or email:sbrown@fpctopeka.org. A complete job description is available onour website, www.fpctopeka.org.

(submitted by Sandra Stogsdill Brown) __________________________________________________________

CHURCH NURSERY DIRECTOR. Trinity Presbyterian Church ofIndependence, MO, seeks a warm, courteous individual toprovide Sunday morning childcare for children, ages birth -kindergarten. The Nursery Director will be responsible forcultivating a safe environment in which children are provided

a faith development lesson from provided teaching materialand faith development activities such as crafts and games. Age appropriate care such as diaper changing and feedingswill also be included, as well as cleaning after such activities. The Nursery Director shall follow Trinity's Child ProtectionPolicy and must be willing to submit to a background check. Only experienced care providers age 21 and over will beconsidered. Regular hours will be Sundays from 9am-noon,with optional special events and holidays offered. Compensation will begin at $15 per hour. To apply, pleasesend a resume and cover letter to trinitypresby@att.net. (submitted by Elizabeth Strobel) _____________________________________________________ Northminster Presbyterian Church in KCMO has two openings forchurch musicians. We are looking for a choir and hand bell director aswell as an organist / accompanist. We are willing to consider makingthis one position for the right candidate. In 2010 we installed a new 4manual Johannus Rembrant digital organ with antiphonal speakers. Our sanctuary piano is a Steinway grand. Those who are interestedare encouraged to visit our website www.northminsterkc.org forinstructions on applying and posted job descriptions. For moreinformation please feel free to call the church at 816.453.2545 andspeak with Pastor Seth Wheeler.__________________________________________________________ Second Presbyterian Church is seeking a Business Manager. Now posted: http://www.secondpres.org/about­us/job­openings­2

(submitted by Paul Rock) __________________________________________________________

First United Presbyterian Church of Fayetteville, AR is praying for aproactive leader with a love for youth and young adults and a shepherd's

heart, a mature faith consistent with the Reformed Christian tradition,

personal integrity, and an enthusiastic sense of humor and fun combined

with a passion for teaching and forming youth and young adults to be

committed followers of Jesus. Focus is 80% youth ministry and 20%

college and young adult ministry. This is a full­time position with a

generous continuing education allowance and healthcare. Complete

position description and contact information available at

www.fupcfay.org/positions­open/. The position will begin as soon as

possible in 2015. Send a resume and three references to

info@fupcfay.org. __________________________________________________________

First Presbyterian Church of Lee's Summit is seeking a full timeindividual to provide clerical and administrative support for the Pastorsand the ministries of the church, while honoring and protecting theconfidentiality of the staff and congregation. Click here for more information!(Submitted by Ann Ditty)__________________________________________________________ Choir Director Trinity Presbyterian Church of Independence, MO, seeks a warm,humorous, open­minded individual with a music­related degree andknowledge of liturgical worship practices to lead our adult choir duringSunday morning traditional worship as well as special services. Candidates should anticipate 3­4 hours of rehearsal and service time perweek, plus prep time. Choir director will enjoy collaboration with ouraccomplished organist and choir, summers off, childcare provided duringservices, and salary commensurate with experience. Please email lettersof interest and resumes to: Chair, Choir Director Search Committee,trinitypresby@att.net.(submitted by Elizabeth Strobel)_____________________________________________________ Argentine Presbyterian Church is seekinga PIANIST for Sunday morning worship. This is apaid position, salary negotiable. If you are interestedand would like more information, please contact Delores Johnson 913­831­4310 or Steve Christine913­302­7664

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