Pastoral Updates December
We celebrate with the following pastors who have been called to new positions:
James A. Swanson II has been called as the new Senior Pastor of Pleasant Community Church in Warren, PA. He will begin at Pleasant Community Church on February 10, 2020.
We are thankful to the following for their service to the GLC and pray God's blessing over them as they transition out of their roles:
Daniel Stanley, Interim Pastor of Pleasant Community Church, Warren, PA.
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James A. Swanson II has been called as the new Senior Pastor of Pleasant Community Church in Warren, PA. He will begin at Pleasant Community Church on February 10, 2020.
We are thankful to the following for their service to the GLC and pray God's blessing over them as they transition out of their roles:
Daniel Stanley, Interim Pastor of Pleasant Community Church, Warren, PA.
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Reminder to Elect Delegates!
It’s time to think about electing delegates! As a reminder, each church elects delegates at their own Annual Meeting in January or February. Delegates should be chosen to attend both the GLC 2020 Annual Celebration and ECC 2020 Gather.
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Fall Pastor’s Retreat Review
Thank you to all who attended the Fall Pastor’s Retreat at Mohican Lodge and Conference Center. We hope you experienced an encouraging time of both fellowship and rest. This snapshot was taken by Superintendent Garth McGrath of pastors and participants praying over guest speaker Shaun Marshall.
Midwinter – Chicago 2020
The Midwinter Conference has long been the premier encouraging, connecting and equipping event for Covenant Pastors. We highly encourage you to attend this winter in Chicago, January 27-31, 2020.
Scholarship Deadline: Monday, December 9, 2019
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Scholarship Deadline: Monday, December 9, 2019
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Donations Needed – Winter Attire to Distribute to the Homeless in Detroit, MI
Messiah Church, in connection with the Covenant Community Care Street Team, could use resources to distribute to the homeless during the coming winter months. Specific needs include: winter socks, winter gloves, winter hats, winter coats. QUALITY is more important than QUANTITY...
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Annual Appreciation Breakfast – First Covenant of Bessemer
We love hearing about GLC churches taking an active role in their community, being the hands and feet of Jesus outside the church walls. Pastor John Margargee and First Covenant Church of Bessemer did just that with their Annual Appreciation Breakfast honoring Mohawk school teachers, staff, administrators, custodians, bus drivers and cafeteria workers. Way to go!
Please visit this NCNewsOnline article for the full article in the New Castle News.
Please visit this NCNewsOnline article for the full article in the New Castle News.
Women’s Retreats Recap
Did you know that the GLC Women Ministries holds annual retreats? Attendees identify speakers, small group discussion and fellowship with other believers as the best things about the retreats. If you have never experienced a GLC Women’s Retreat, please consider attending the GLC Women’s Retreat South November 8-10, 2019. Please... Read More
Men’s Retreat Recap
In a culmination of many Jesus-centered camp experiences as Executive Director of Portage Lake Bible Camp, Dave Nesburg spoke into the lives of over 50 men seeking to grow in faith and relationship with one another at the Men’s Retreat this past September. As a reminder, the Portage Lake Men’s... Read More
The GLC Needs a GOOD TRAILER!
The GLC is looking for an enclosed trailer to transport our LEGO City Project to churches. This will require the following specifications: At least 6 ft. wide. At least 12 ft. long. Able to carry at least 1500 lbs. Please spread the word, and let us know of any leads... Read More
Dave Nesburg – Congratulations and See You Around!
Please join us in congratulating Dave Nesburg for his “recent graduation from PLCBC University” and praying for his family as they seek God’s next call on their lives. Dave will remain the Executive Director of Portage Lake Covenant Bible Camp until the board hires a new director. He will then move to a fund development role part-time to work on finishing the Dining Hall “Feeding 5000” campaign.
Please visit Graduating from Portage Lake University for the full article and special words from Dave on the Portage Lake Bible Camp Blog.
Please visit Graduating from Portage Lake University for the full article and special words from Dave on the Portage Lake Bible Camp Blog.