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Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 2
Job Opportunities
Accompanist Wanted
Fairlawn Presbyterian Church
seeks a part time accompanist
(organ and/or piano) to lead in
Sunday morning worship ser-
vices and accompany the
choir on Wednesday evening
practices. Please submit inquir-
ies and/or resumes
Camp Peaks is Hiring!
Camp Peaks Traveling Day Camp
is looking to hire three staff
members for this summer’s min-
istry. All applicants must be at
least age 19, have a passion for
God, children, and the outdoors!
Click here to learn more about Camp Peaks and to see
the job descriptions and applications.
Pianist Wanted
Campbell Memorial Presbyte-
rian in Vinton, VA seeks a part
time pianist to lead in Sunday
morning worship service and
accompany the choir on
Wednesday evenings prac-
tice. For more information
contact the church
Reading Contemporary Confessions from a Global Per-
spective (an ONLINE course), April 4 – May 6, 2016
with Margit Ernst-Habib. We will study different theo-
logical documents from four different parts of the world,
and through the interactive online discussion with the
course leader and our peers, we will strive to deepen
our understanding of these statements in our own con-
texts of ministry.
Registration for this class closes on 3/4!
Course may be cancelled or postponed if sufficient num-
ber of participants
are not enrolled—so be sure to register today for this
great class!
Learn more or register HERE today!
Disaster Response for
Appomattox Area
The Presbytery is in the
midst of partnering with
Presbyterian Disaster Assis-
tance and other response
efforts following the recent
storms and tornados in the
Appomattox area last week.
Donations are now being
accepted at the Presbytery
office: 434.845.1754.
Further information is available upon request by con-
tacting Denise Pillow: [email protected].
Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 3
Officer Training
Dates Announced!
All church officers are invited for a day of
equipping and empowering classes. Whether you are a
first-time officer, or an old pro, you are invited!
Each session will include:
Devotions and Bible Study
Discerning our Sense of Call
The Nuts and Bolts of Ministry
Discussing the Future of the PCUSA
Schedule of Events (choose one):
Sat., Mar. 5, 8:30AM—12PM @Green Ridge PC
Sun., Mar. 6, 2—5:30PM @First PC, Covington
Sat., Mar. 12, 8:30AM—12PM @Farmville PC
Sun., Mar. 13, 2—5:30PM @Quaker Mem. PC
Questions/Comments, contact Nancy Dawson:
434.845.1754; [email protected]
WORKSHOP ON THE 2017 BENEFITS PLAN REDESIGN OF THE BOARD OF PENSIONS
Wednesday, March 16, at Quaker Memorial Presbyte-
rian Church in Lynchburg, from 12 noon to 3 pm
(5810 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24502)
Or
Thursday, March 17, at Covenant Presbyterian Church
in Roanoke, from 12 noon to 3 pm
(1831 Deyerle Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24018)
The Board of Pensions, in cooperation with the Commit-
tee on Ministry will be hosting two lunch meetings and
presentations on the 2017 Benefits Plan Redesign on
Wednesday, March 16, at Quaker Memorial Presbyte-
rian Church in Lynchburg, from 12 noon to 3 pm; and on
Thursday, March 17, at Covenant Presbyterian Church in
Roanoke, from 12 noon to 3 pm. Important information
about significant changes in the Board of Pensions for
2017 will be shared by BOP and COM representatives.
Lunch will be provided by the BOP. All church business
administrators/BOP plan managers and/or office man-
agers, church personnel committee chairpersons/
members, and pastors/Teaching Elders serving congre-
gations in installed or temporary (interim) relationships
and Committee on Ministry members/liaisons are in-
vited.
Please register for one of the presentations by calling
the Presbytery of the Peaks office
(434-845-1754) or by signing up on the
Presbytery’s website.
Registration deadline is: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2016.
Click here for more information.
Presbytery Meeting News! Linked in Microsoft Word is the “For Our Congrega-tions” document prepared by Nancy Dawson, General Presbyter, that summarizes the February 13, 2016, Pres-bytery of the Peaks meeting held at Saint Andrew Pres-byterian Church in Lynchburg. Please make this docu-ment available to your congregation in any format you prefer whether as a bulletin insert, a report, a poster, or a pdf article for your church’s website. The document is also available on the presbytery web-
site by clicking here.
Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 4
10 Simple Tips to
Begin a Social Media
Presence for Ministry Let's face it; many
churches today are un-
informed, apathetic, or
simply lost when it
comes to social media
as it relates to ministry.
So how does social media relate to ministry? Well, as I
have stated before, Jesus didn't need Facebook! But
here's the fun question: if Jesus were walking the streets
today, would he use Facebook to share God's love with
others? With this thought in mind, I believe that social
media does have a seat at the table of ministry tools,
and it is up to us as the church on how to best harness
these opportunities that come from it.
1. Develop a Safe Church Policy that addresses social media use.
This is especially true for minors. Have families sign a form once a year giving permission to use images, video, etc., for church publicity use is a start.
Check with your insurance agent for sample policies, search online, or access the Presbytery’s Child Protec-tion & Social Media Policy by clicking here to use as a template to begin.
2. Create a website that provides pertinent information for newcomers.
Can you find your church website on a Google search?
Visitors need to easily find basic information: Ad-dress, worship times, etc.
3. Develop an email list for people to receive regular news/updates.
Some websites/programs allow individuals to regis-ter on-line for newsletters, etc., from your website.
Organize this list in a single email account, or use a web-based service like Mailchimp.
4. Dedicate one person to serve as the ‘Social Media Con-tact’.
This person is held accountable for all content up-dates; they should be a responsible adult that has regular internet access.
While one person may be the contact person, several people can work as a team to support the ministry.
5. Create a Facebook ‘Page’ for your church.
Keep all information up to date and succinct
Facebook ‘Groups’ are also great for committees, youth groups, etc.
6. Link your social media accounts with your ministry website.
Share pictures, videos, and more by a simple link.
This is a great way to connect visitors with current members. Websites tend to attract visitors; social media can engage your active participants.
7. Regularly update accounts with current information.
Monthly updates are not enough. Think weekly…even daily. Worship time changes or cancellations, special an-nouncements, etc. all need to be updated.
There are programs that will help update multiple sites at once (hootsuite, etc.)
8. Engage with church members on-line.
‘Like’ their pictures and updates, ‘Follow’ their posts, wish them happy birthday! Relational ministry…
There is a difference between engaging with church members and ‘Facebook stalking’; be sure to respect pri-vacy and personal space.
9. Expand your social media presence with other sites.
Are you now a pro with Facebook? Try Twitter, LinkedIn, Tumblr, HootSuite, Vine, Youtube, Snapchat, and more!
10. Now that you are online, be sure to go back and re-visit your Social Media Section of your Safe Church Pol-icy. Responsible and effective use is key!
Contact Jeff Binder: [email protected] with any ques-tions or comments.
Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 5
EAD 2016: Lift Every Voice! Racism, Class & Power
Election Year National Gathering and Lobby Day in our
nation’s capital to address solutions to issues of injustice
to communities of color and immigrants, voter suppres-
sion, and economic exploitation
FRIDAY, APRIL 15 – MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2016
WASHINGTON, D.C.
In a major U.S. election year when lives, votes and
the global economy are at stake, followers of Christ
ask, “Who has a voice?” The response
is, “Everyone!”
In this country, communities of color are under
siege: named and unnamed black lives are killed
each year by police; immigrants are detained and
scapegoated; and public displays of discontent and
calls for solidarity have too often been met with dis-
regard, suppression or violence. Around the world,
decisions that affect the well-being of lives and the
entire global economy – one based on continued
growth despite the limits to earth’s natural re-
sources and capacity to absorb such growth – are
often made in closed boardrooms and in great se-
crecy.
Click here for more information.
Partial youth/young adult scholarship available through
the Presbytery of the Peaks' Peacemaking Work
Group. For more information, contact Melanie
Smith: [email protected]
Mental Health First Aid Class Being Offered
Saturday, April 16, 2016
8 AM – 4:30 PM
8-hour course offered @ Covenant Presbyterian
facilitated by Diane Kelly, Exec Direc-tor,
Mental Health America of Roanoke Valley
Cost: $30 course registration/$10 lunch
We have been designed by God to be ‘whole-ly’ healthy….physically, mentally, and spiritually. The Men-tal Health First Aid interactive training program can help us to recognize the characteristics of various mental health issues and to learn effective ways in which to re-spond.
Covenant and Salem Presbyterian Churches are co-hosting this training program.
Complete the registration form on the website and se-lect your lunch choice: Turkey Wrap, Veggie Wrap or bring your own.
Make checks payable to Covenant/memo: Mental Health First Aid
Registrations and checks can be mailed/brought to Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Contacts: Mary MacMichael (989-3314),
Judi Barnes (334-2727)/Covenant
Janet Chisom/Salem Presbyterian (389-3881)
Let us help to change I-llness to We-llness. We can all make a difference!
SHRM Con Ed credits, manual for each participant
Brochures and registration forms available at Covenant and on the website www.covroanoke.org
Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 6
Click here for info. on the Youth
Triennium, July 18-23.
DIANA BUTLER BASS RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY IN A CHANGING SOCIETY
FRIDAY, MARCH 11 7:00 p.m. – "Spiritual Revolution: The Rise of the Mystics"
SATURDAY, MARCH 12
9:00 a.m. – "Experiencing God in Nature: Challenge and Prom-ise" 11:00 a.m. – "Experiencing God in Our Neighbors: Great Command in Action”
Bass is an author, speaker, and independent scholar specializing in American religion and culture. Among her books are Grounded: Finding God in the World - A Spiritual Revolution; Christianity After Religion: The End of Church and the Birth of a New Spiritual Awakening; A People’s History of Christianity: The Other Side of the Story; and, Christianity for the Rest of Us: How the Neighborhood Church Is Transforming the Faith.
JOIN US FOR THESE FREE LECTURES.
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 1000 Langhorne Road Lynchburg, Virginia 24503 434-384-8441
Click here for info. on the 2016
Confirmation Retreat, March 18-19.
Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 7
2016 Summer Camp Schedule for Camp Peaks & Middle/High School Adventure Camp
DATE LOCATION
June 6-10 This week is available!
June 13-17 Fellowship (Ararat)
June 20-24 Floyd
June 26-July 1 Middle & High School
Adventure Camp
July 4-8 New Dublin
July 11-15 Altavista
July 18-22 Northminster (Roanoke)
July 25-29 First (Martinsville)
August 1-5 Mallow (Covington)
Middle & High School
Adventure Camp!
@ Camp Bethel
June 26—July 1 All middle schoolers are invited for a week of river tubing, canoeing, biking, and plenty of fun! Are you
in high school next year? Then join us for life in adventure village as we go white water rafting! Cost:
$165 for Middle School Residential Camp; $240 for High School Adventure Camp.
Registration Deadline is May 1st!
For More information about our upcoming camps, contact Jeff Binder: 434.845.1754; [email protected]
Peaks Postings, March 1, 2016 Page 8
“To enhance, equip and empower congregations and leaders to become bold servants of transformation
for the glory of the Triune God.”
PRESBYTERY CALENDAR
Date Time Event Location
Mar. 2 10:30AM POP Staff Meeting POP Office
Mar. 5 8:30AM Officer Training Green Ridge PC, Roanoke
Mar. 6 2PM Officer Training First PC, Covington
Mar. 8 12PM Church Development Committee TBD
Mar. 10 9:30AM Committee on Ministry TBD
Mar. 12 8:30AM Officer Training Farmville PC
Mar. 12 10AM GA Commissioner Training TBD
Mar. 13 2PM Officer Training Quaker Memorial PC, Lynchburg
UPCOMING PRESBYTERY MEETINGS
May 5, 2016 (Thursday) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Trinity Ecumenical Parish in Moneta.
August 20, 2016 (Saturday) 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Covenant PC in Roanoke
November 17, 2016 (Thursday) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Christiansburg PC in Christiansburg.
On-Line Calendar
Peaks Postings is published each week on Tuesday. Please submit news, events, or prayer requests by noon on Mondays to Jeff Binder at
[email protected] for inclusion in the following issue.
Guidelines for announcements or news items to be featured in Peaks Postings:
Keep the information to one page or less.
Use links to web sites rather than including lots of details.
Please obtain permission from the people pictured in your photos before submitting them to Peaks Postings. Peaks Postings Editors reserve the right to
feature or not feature an article. Our first priority is to feature activities within POP churches and the Presbytery.
edit submitted articles/announcements.
limit the number of weeks an article/announcement is featured. Past issues of Peaks Postings are archived for about six months on our website, Presbytery of the Peaks.
Presbytery of the Peaks
1022 Floyd Street, Suite A
Lynchburg, VA 24501 Phone: 434-845-1754
Toll Free: 1-888-557-3257
Fax: 434-845-7829
e-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.peakspresbytery.org
Jeff Binder, Associate Presbyter for Youth & Young Adults
Nancy Dawson, General Presbyter
Steve Earl, Associate Presbyter for Ministry
Rita Fleet, Executive Administrative Assistant
Robin Padgett, Office Manager
Denise Pillow, Hunger Action Advocate
Hugh Springer, Stated Clerk
