The Presbytery of Ohio Valley News and Announcements

Category: Synod

  • Invitation from the Synod of Lincoln Trails

    Dear Friends, For many years now the Synod of Lincoln Trails has gathered for an overnight fall assembly meeting to discuss together a book chosen by the assembly leadership team. This book tends to be a springboard into the planning for the upcoming year and helps the assembly shape and form together the partnerships the…

  • Campus Ministries within the Synod of Lincoln Trails

    As young people leave home and head off to college for the first time in the fall there will be all kinds of organizations, activities, and opportunities competing for their attention.  They will be seeking out the activities and events where they can meet people and make new friends.  We would like to make sure…

  • Transitional Ministry Education (Interim Pastor Training)

    The Synods of Lincoln Trails and Mid-America (MALT) have joined together to provide interim training every spring and fall to pastors nationwide. Transitional Ministry Education is intended for those presently engaged in interim ministry and those inquiring about this ministry. Committee on Ministry members and presbytery staff persons with responsibility for congregations in transition will…

  • The Art of Transitional Ministry

    November 3-7, 2014 Mercy Center – 2039 N Geyer Rd., St. Louis, MO 63131 ABOUT TRANSITIONAL MINISTRY EDUCATION We live in a time of great transition in our churches and culture. Transitional Ministry Education is intended for those presently engaged in or inquiring about the nature of transitional ministry. This includes Temporary Transitional Ministry positions; which…

  • Synod CREs are Invited to Celebrate Carol McDonald’s Retirement

    Save the Date: April 5, 2014 for a Party! Carol McDonald will be retiring as the Synod Executive for the Synod of Lincoln Trails in August of 2014. As a part of the celebration all of those who have attended CLP/CRE training by the Synod, provided leadership and all those serving as CREs within the…

  • Final CRE Continuing Education Class for 2013

    Advent, Christmas and Epiphany CRE Continuing Education Opportunities The final “Sacred Seasons” preaching workshop will be led by the Rev. Dr. Laura Reason, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Highland, Ind. Dr. Reason is a nine-time teacher of preaching and worship leadership to Synod of Lincoln Trails ruling elders. The final workshop is November 2 and will…

  • ALL New Pastors Reunion

    November 21-23, 2013 The Synod of Lincoln Trails is excited to sponsor the first ever REUNION of ALL New Pastors Program participants. Beginning with Group One and including everyone, even Group Twenty Two! The retreat will be held at Hawthorn Suites in Champaign, IL, beginning with supper Thursday evening, followed by worship, play, and reflection.…