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  • Upcoming Synod Events

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    Back by Popular Demand CRE Continuing Education Opportunities The “Sacred Seasons” preaching workshops are 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 the last two workshops for 2013 are: – August…

  • Celebrate the Ministry of Carol McDonald

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    From the Synod of Lincoln Trails Newsletter Celebrate the Ministry of Carol McDonald at the All New Pastors Reunion November 21-23, 2013 Surely you who went through the synod’s New Pastor program have thought about attending the reunion in November. While we’re together, we will take time to honor Carol McDonald. She has managed the program…

  • Synod CREs to Celebrate Carol McDonald’s Retirement

    Synod CREs to Celebrate Carol McDonald’s Retirement

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    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 July of 2014. As a part of the celebration all of those who have attended CLP/CRE training by the Synod and all those serving as CREs within the Synod are…

  • Reunion of New Pastor Alumni

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    Plans are Unfolding for a GREAT Reunion of New Pastor Alumni Music, music, music! The planning team is thrilled to report that two exceptional musicians will be joining us for the reunion. David Eicher, Editor of the PCUSA Hymnal (Glory to God), AND Rev. Heidi Weatherford, pastor of McKinley Presbyterian Church will lead our worship…

  • Synod Sponsors COM and CPM Training Event

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    COM/CPM Immersion and Empowerment Event On October 3-5, 2013 in Champaign, Illinois This synod-wide event was created by the eight Executive/General Presbyters of the Synod of Lincoln Trails. It will focus on the development of COM and CPM moderators and vice-moderators. Highlights: Keynote Speaker: Author, Carol Howard Merritt Workshops Partners: The Board of Pensions and the…

  • It’s Not too Late to Start Your Garden

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    More than 40 congregations are participating in just.good.food, a collaborative mission project of the synods of Lakes and Prairies, Lincoln Trails and Mid-America. It’s not too late to get started. Requests for project information and starter packets can be made to Sarah Moore-Nokes, associate executive presbyter in Winnebago Presbytery, who is heading the initial project efforts. A…

  • 3rd Annual Commissioned Ruling Elder Conference

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    “Empowering Lay Leadership for a Changing Church” University of Dubuque Seminary – June 13-15, 2013 Registration is now open for the 2013 Commissioned Ruling Elder Conference at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. All CREs, CRE candidates, pastors, and interested lay leaders are invited to attend. You can look forward to: Lectures Basic CRE Preparation Classes Advanced…