September 10, 2009

PC(USA) on track to increase the number of mission co-workers

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is on track to reverse the 50-year long downward trend in the number of mission co-workers serving internationally, according to Hunter Farrell, director of Presbyterian World Mission.

“We expect to end the year with more than 200 mission co-workers, which is an increase over the previous year,” Farrell said. “We are excited that we are still able to fulfill the commitment to increase the number of mission co-workers our church sends out into the world even in the face of increased costs. We are thankful that God continues to call people to serve cross culturally in mission and that Presbyterians continue to support mission personnel through their prayers and financial gifts.” Keep reading.

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• October 26 — New mission giving materials distributed
• October 22 — First-ever study tour raises awareness of Jinishian Memorial Program
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• October 16 — Presbyterian social media site wins Landmark Award
• October 6 — Presbyterian Hunger Program encourages participation in Food Week of Action, Oct. 11- 18, 2009
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• October 1 — Ghost Ranch withdraws current incorporation proposal
• September 28 — New online training launched for Educator Certification Advisors
• September 23 — International Peacemakers begin visits this week
• September 14 — Survey results show strength and vitality during hard times
• September 11 — Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) focuses on environment at staff “Harvest Gathering”
• August 26 — Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) announces new personnel
• August 19 — Presbyterian Peacemaking Program offers new Minute for Mission video to interpret offering
• August 3 — Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) announces new associate at Presbyterian United Nations Office
• July 31 — Presbyterians invited to participate in Washington Office Review
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• July 28, 2009 — Anonymous gift helps send new missionaries around the globe
• July 28, 2009 — Presbyterian Health, Education and Welfare Association contributing sponsor to national summit
• July 24 — “Mission” is our middle name
  General Assembly Mission Council is new name for PC(USA) mission agency
• July 24, 2009 — The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cannon will serve as church specialist in the Office of African American Congregational Support
  
• July 23, 2009 — 38 presbyteries honored for mission giving
  Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) honors generosity in several categories
• June 19, 2009 — Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to participate in Interfaith Week of Prayer for Health Care for All
• June 16, 2009 — 2009 Mission Program Grant recipients announced
  $820,000 funds new church development, transformation, compassion and justice ministries
• June 15, 2009 — 2009 Walton Award winners announced
  Eight New Church Developments (NCD’s) to receive $50,000 to further mission
• June 5, 2009 — Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Site honors Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) documentary
• May 29, 2009 — Jinishian Memorial Program sponsors study tour of Armenia
  Participants will learn about program’s work and Armenia’s culture
• May 15, 2009 — Presbyterian Disaster Assistance honored by National Voluntary Organizations active in disaster
  PDA’s establishment of volunteer housing and toll-free number cited as “outstanding example”
• May 14, 2009 — Young adults are called to day of service at Big Tent, Saturday, June 13
• May 14, 2009 — Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Environmental Ministry Office reopens
  Katie Holmes to serve as program assistant
• May 8, 2009 — From social media to newsletters: Full slate of workshops announced
• May 7, 2009 — PCN Conference announces Plenary Speakers
• April 28, 2009 — Pastors in five western synods eligible for Missional Preaching academies
• April 22, 2009 — The Presbyterian Center Wins ENERGY STAR Award
• April 6, 2009 — The Rev. Ray Jones named Coordinator of Evangelism
  New church developer served Macland Presbyterian Church, Georgia, for 15+ years
• April 6, 2009 — Laura Bryan to head Office of Financial Aid for Studies
  Experienced administrator claims nearly 15 years of service with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
• April 6, 2009 — Brian Frick named Associate for Camps and Conference Centers
• March 27, 2009 — The General Assembly Mission Council of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) approves revised 2009 mission budget
• March 24, 2009 — PC(USA) General Assembly Mission Council leaders outline 2009 budget strategy
• March 24, 2009 — Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) General Assembly Mission Council meets in Louisville
• March 20, 2009 — View the GAMC budget strategy video
• March 6, 2009 — Executive Committee announces furloughs; 2010 salary increases eliminated

Video explains GAMC budget strategy

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Staff and services impacted by budget

Read a summary of Budget Revisions to learn the impact of the new budget on Mission, Communications and Funds Development and Shared Services. To find out which positions were affected by the new budget, see a list of Staffing Changes by Title.

Learn about the budget strategy

The General Assembly Mission Council will consider a revised 2009 budget which closes a projected shortfall of nearly $10 million, when it meets March 25-27. Learn about the strategy behind the budget changes in a new video message from Linda Valentine and Tom Taylor.