Various times
Worship in local Presbyterian Church
(U.S.A.), Cumberland Presbyterian Church and Cumberland Presbyterian
Church in America congregations.
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Women of Faith Breakfast $25.00 (Sheraton Hotel)
Sponsored by the Women’s Ministries Program Areas. Speakers:
Award Recipients. We will recognize the faithful witness of
six women who have served as elders, deacons and Ministers of
the Word and Sacrament. This is a time to celebrate the witness
of women in the greater church and society.
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
More Light National Worship Service (Pilgrim Congregational
Church, 3801 Montclair Road) Sponsored by More Light Presbyterians and That All May Freely Serve.
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Presbyterian Reformed Ministries International Worship
Service (Medical Forum)
A celebration of Jesus Christ, the source of peace, purity,
and unity. A time of worship, prayer and discernment, led by
Brad Long, Cindy Strickler and Parker Williamson.
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Good News Stories that Challenge, Motivate, Inform and Inspire
Evangelism in the Presbyterian Church (USA) $3.00 (Concert Hall
Lobby)
Sponsored by Evangelism and Witness of the National Ministries
Division. This dessert hour will be an opportunity to learn
about and be inspired by what God is doing through congregations
in evangelistic outreach. It will also be an opportunity to
learn about denominational resources for training and engaging
in evangelism in governing bodies and local congregations.
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Presbyterian Children’s Homes And Related Ministries (PCHARM)
Embracing the Child Luncheon $16.00 (Convention Center)
The denomination’s children’s homes and family service
organizations embrace the Decade of the Child by sponsoring
this dynamic presentation that will stimulate and inform on
issues facing children today. The PCHARM Children’s Champion
Award will also be presented.
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Witherspoon Society Awards Luncheon $35.00 (Sheraton Hotel)
Speaker: The Rev. Eugenia A. Gamble, Writer in Residence, Presbytery
of Sheppards and Lapsley. The Rev. Gamble’s featured address
is entitled “Embodying Love.” The Andrew Murray
and Whole Gospel Congregation Awards will be presented and the
Witherspoon business meeting will follow the luncheon.
1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Assembly Committees Meetings if necessary (Convention Center)
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Columbia Theological Seminary Event (Sheraton Hotel)
Join faculty and staff from Columbia Theological Seminary for
a reception and opportunity to learn from various faculty members.
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Presbyterians Affirming Reproductive Options (PARO) Listening
Groups (Convention Center)
PARO is a network of the Presbyterian Health, Education and
Welfare Association (PHEWA).
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Moderator’s Reception (Sheraton Hotel)
The Presbytery of Sheppards and Lapsley invites attendees for
a time of celebration and greeting the Moderator of the 217th
General Assembly (2006).
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Committees on Preparation for Ministry (Convention Center)
Meet with moderators and members of presbytery Committees on
Preparation for Ministry to share wisdom, learnings, and how-to’s
on working with difficult situations and challenging concerns
of inquirers and candidates.
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Turning Points Video Screening (Medical Forum)
Sponsored by The Covenant Network of Presbyterians.
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Appalachian Ministry Conversation (Medical Forum)
An opportunity to share information and ideas about ministry
in Appalachia today with friends from the PC(USA), Cumberland
Presbyterian Church, and Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America.
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
PHEWA Awards Celebration $9.00 (Sheraton Hotel)
Sponsored by Presbyterian Health, Education and Welfare Association.
Speaker: Rick Ufford-Chase, Moderator of the 216th General Assembly
Moderator Rick Ufford-Chase will be giving words of remembrance
and thanksgiving for the life and ministry of Rodney T. Martin,
longtime PHEWA Executive Director. Outstanding ministries of
justice will be celebrated.
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Turning Points Video Screening (Medical Forum)
Sponsored by The Covenant Network of Presbyterians.
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Presbyterian Coalition Dinner Event $30.00 (Sheraton Hotel)
Speaker: Jim Edwards. Join the Coalition for lively worship
and fellowship as Jim leads us in a look at the challenges and
opportunities that face the church during this General Assembly.
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
12-Step Meetings (AA, NA, OA, ALANON) (Convention Center)
Sponsored by Presbyterians for Addiction Action (PAA), a network
of the Presbyterian Health, Education and Welfare Association
(PHEWA).
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
MLP/TAMFS Celebrating Our Faith-Awaiting Our Welcome
Sponsored by More Light Presbyterians and That All May Freely
Serve
5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
MLP/TAMFS Hospitality Suite (Sheraton Hotel)
Hosted by More Light Presbyterians and That All May Freely Serve.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Worship Celebration and Holy Communion (Birmingham Arena)
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Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Setri Nyomi, General Secretary of the
World Alliance of Reformed Churches, member of the Evangelical
Presbyterian Church, Ghana. This service is planned jointly
by the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America, the Cumberland
Presbyterian Church, and the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
National Asian Presbyterian Council Dinner $22.00 (Convention
Center)
A time of fellowship, friendship and a celebration of unity
with our community. We welcome all commissioners, friends and
members of NAPC to join us.
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
San Francisco Theological Seminary President’s Reception (Sheraton Hotel)
A special dessert reception for alumni/ae, friends, current and prospective students. Reconnect with the SFTS community and enjoy and evening of fellowship and friendship.
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Middle Eastern Caucus Dinner $35.00 (Sheraton Hotel)
Join us as we celebrate Presbyterian ministries among Middle
Eastern communities in the U.S. and as we reflect on Presbyterian
missions to the Middle East in the past two centuries.
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Native American Ministry Reception $20.00 (Sheraton Hotel)
Sponsored by the Native American Consulting Committee. Join
in an informal setting to celebrate the Native American ministries in PC(USA) and the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Hear the
updates, share the joy, and enjoy some good food and fellowship.
7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
McCormick Theological Seminary Reception (Medical Forum)
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Youth Advisory Delegate Event
Hosted by the Committee on Local Arrangements for the Presbytery
of Sheppards and Lapsley.
8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh Seminary Presidential Reception (Sheraton Hotel)
All are invited to a special reception to express best wishes
to Carnegie Samuel Calian who has retired after twenty-five
years as president and welcome the new president, William J.
Carl, III.
8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
National Hispanic/Latino Presbyterian Caucus Dinner $26.00 (Sheraton
Hotel)
Speaker: Former Moderator Rick Ufford-Chase. Join us to celebrate
the growth and identity of the Hispanic ministries in the PC(USA).
Come and share experiences about the diversity of our ministries.
8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Presbytery of Chicago Reception (Medical Forum)
The Presbytery of Chicago invites its GA Commissioners, Chicago
ministers (past and present) and other presbytery leaders, friends
and family for casual conversation, fellowship, and refreshments.
8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Covenant Network Young Adults Open House (Sheraton Hotel)
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