Update from the director of Matthew 28 Project in Haiti supported by Presbytery of Coastal Carolina’s 2-Cents-A-Meal contributions. June 2016 Dear Friends of Matthew 28, End of School Year Celebration Friday was an exciting day. The children of Matthew 28 had long waited for it. Early in the morning they geared up for a day … Continue reading 2 Cents-A-Meal at work: Matthew 28 Project Update
Increase giving without becoming a pitch-person and turning off members. Money can be a touchy subject, especially when we start talking about how churches can increase donations. There is always a fear of making the turn and feeling like the stereotype of the church that “always” is begging for money. In The Presbyterian Church USA, … Continue reading Five Ways to Increase Giving in Your Church
Our own Rev. Laura Lupton was installed as the Moderator of the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic at the stated meeting on September16, 2014. Like serving as Moderator of a Presbytery, this is a service to the larger church on top of her continuing roll as Mission Coordinator for the West Community of Presbytery. The term … Continue reading Lupton Installed as Synod Moderator
CCRT can help you attend a workshop or conference if it will help your congregation prepare to touch the lives of people in your community who do not already interact with your church. Here are a few conferences you may want to check out! Remember, you can apply for some financial assistance through our CCRT … Continue reading Upcoming Education Opportunities & Conferences
Spice Award Nominees Sought for innovative Christian education ideas ~ Awarded to a deserving congregation at the E3: Educate, Equip, Empower Event on September 20, 2014 – ( formerly LEADERSHIP SCHOOL.) Submit Your 2014 Idea & Learn More (Flyer) See past entries for ideas to use in your ministry setting: 2013 SPICE AWARD Entries and … Continue reading Apply for the Spice Award for CE ideas
The Committee for Mission and Outreach Congregational awarded these Grants for 2013. 2013 Grant Recipients for Mission Programs a. Community Presbyterian Church, Pinehurst – $1,000 – Home Ramp/Repair Ministry b. Pink Hill Presbyterian Church – $1,000 – School Books Initiative c. Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church – $900 – Single Mother Oil Change Outreach d. Beulaville … Continue reading 2013 Mission Grant Recipents
