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- Elder Elizabeth Crews and Rev. Dr. Chris Lenocker
Are Nominated to Lead San Diego Presbytery in 2008
Rev. Mark Tammen, Guest Speaker from PC(USA)
“FOG” Replaces “BOO”
Focus of New Form of Government is on Congregations, Missions
September Meeting in Photos — [PDF]
Rev. Dr. Clark Cowden To Start October 8 As Executive Presbyter
Taiwanese Presbyterian Church Pastors “Come Along Side”
Synod Commissioners Selected by Presbytery
People- Rev. Markus Watson
Roberta “Bobbie” Liddiard
Upcoming Events- Update: Presbyterian Mission Challenge '07, October 5-11
Juilliard School Students to Present Classical, Gospel and Jazz
at La Jolla Presbyterian on October 14
Musical Benefit for Urban Ministries November 4
November 11 Designated as Chaplains' Sunday — Video Available
Many Churches Schedule Alternative Christmas Bazaars,
Mission Fairs — Add Yours
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Elder Elizabeth Crews and Rev. Dr. Chris Lenocker
Are Nominated to Lead San Diego Presbytery in 2008
Elizabeth Crews, an elder at First Presbyterian Church, San Diego, and Temporary Supply Pastor at Community Presbyterian Church in Westmorland, was nominated to become the 2008 Moderator of the Presbytery of San Diego at the September 18 Meeting of Presbytery, which was held in the beautiful new sanctuary at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Escondido.
Nominated to serve as Vice Moderator was the Rev. Dr. Chris Lenocker, pastor of Faith Presbyterian Church. The election will be at the November Meeting, and installation at the January Meeting.
September Presbytery Meeting Report
- Rev. Mark Tammen, Guest Speaker from PC(USA)
“FOG” Replaces “BOO” 
Focus of New Form of Government is on Congregations, Missions
With the publication of the new Form of Government, the Presbyterian Church (USA) is moving intentionally from a Regulatory Model to a Missional Model of doing ministry. The new document, which replaces sections of the Book of Order, describes functions but not structure, which is to be more flexible. “Governing bodies” become councils, and more emphasis is placed on prayer and discernment to achieve consensus.
Key points:
Our foundations of Presbyterianism remain unchanged: confessions and statements of faith of the Protestant Reformation; The focus will be on providing leadership for local congregations as missional communities; The presbytery will continue as the central governmental unit. The Presbytery will have the authority and flexibility to assist congregations address “the changing cultural, economic and social changes in our new millennial world.”
Rev. Mark Tammen, director of Constitutional Services of the Office of the General Assembly PC(USA), said in his Pre-Presbytery presentation that the new Form of Government advisory handbooks should be arriving at churches very soon. Eighteen chapters have been condensed and rearranged to nine chapters, he said. Tammen, a pastor as well as an attorney, also preached the sermon during the worship portion of the Presbytery Meeting.
- Rev. Dr. Clark Cowden To Start October 8
As Executive Presbyter
Received and approved at a July 24 Special Called Meeting of Presbytery to become Executive Presbyter, the Rev. Dr. Clark Cowden begins his ministry among us on October 8. Presbytery Council will meet with him at 4 p.m. on October 9 (postponing their regular meeting which would have been on October 2).
Elder Linda Therein, who had served “double duty’ as Stated Clerk and Acting Executive Presbyter for nine months, was recognized by Presbytery for her dedicated service.
- Taiwanese Presbyterian Church Pastors “Come Along Side”
Observing the proceedings at the September Meeting of Presbytery were leaders of the Taiwanese Presbyterian Church which is in the process of seeking membership in the Presbytery and the PC(USA).
- Synod Commissioners Selected by Presbytery
The Presbytery Nominating Committee nominated, and the Presbytery approved, individuals to serve as Commissioners to Synod:- Class of 2007
- Elder Bob Battenfield
- Elder Patsy Battenfield
- Rev. Rachel Brown
- Rev. Will Bynagte
- Class of 2008
- Rev. Brian Reed
- Rev. Chuck Hammond
- Elder Doris Pate
- Elder Charles Pate
- Elder Maurice Caskey
- Elder Rod Rodriguez
The next meeting of Synod will be October 25-27 at the Hacienda LAX Hotel in Los Angeles.
Rev. Markus Watson
Rev. Markus Watson has been called to serve as Pastor of Northminster Presbyterian Church. Watson was Associate Pastor at Union Presbyterian Church in Union, Kentucky. (See September Meeting Photo Page [PDF])
Roberta “Bobbie” Liddiard
Roberta “Bobbie” Liddiard, the first woman moderator of the Presbytery of San Diego, died September 14 at the age of 86. A memorial service was held September 21 at Fletcher Hills Presbyterian Church where she had been a long-time member. Bobbie was also the first chair of the Presbytery’s Communications Committee. She was a published author and poet.
People
Update: Presbyterian Mission Challenge '07, October 5-11- By Phil Damon, Grace Presbyterian Church, Vista
Sue Kinsler, a Presbyterian missionary serving in South Korea, will be a guest of the San Diego Presbytery from October 5 to 11. We encourage you to meet her or invite her to your church. She will be sharing her mission experiences, which include many visits to North Korea to help children and disabled persons (
www.LighthouseKorea.org).
Her visit to our presbytery is part of Presbyterian Mission Challenge ‘07, a denomination-wide attempt to encourage increased support of Presbyterian mission personnel. Her mission page and letters are at: www.PCUSA.org/missionconnections/profiles/kinslera.htm.
Currently, eighteen Presbyterian missionaries receive support from nine of the thirty-one San Diego churches; our hope is that you might help increase that support.
If you have questions or would like to schedule Sue Kinsler at your church that week, call Phil Damon, 760 726-0182.
On Sunday, October 7, Sue Kinsler will visit Faith Presbyterian Church, 5075 Campanile Dr., San Diego [Gmap], 619 582-8480. She will provide a Moment-for-Mission at the 9:30 a.m. service and lead a presentation/discussion at 11:00. Those wishing may join a no-host lunch at a nearby restaurant following the discussion.
At 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Sue Kinsler will be in Carlsbad at Christ Church Rancho La Costa, 7807 Centella St., Carlsbad [Gmap]. There will be dessert, followed by Rev. Kinsler’s presentation. RSVP 760 753-3290.
At 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 9, Sue Kinsler will be in Vista at Grace Presbyterian Church, 1450 E. Vista Way [Gmap]. She will lead a presentation/discussion at the Grace Church Presbyterian Women’s meeting to be held in the Fellowship Hall. All, including men, are welcome to attend. The program will be followed by a luncheon. RSVP the church office at 760 724-0077 if you will be attending the $4.00 luncheon.
At 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 9, Sue Kinsler will be in San Diego at the Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church, 1675 Garnet Avenue [Gmap]. The Pot Luck and Presentation/Discussion will be in Calvin Hall; bring your favorite dish. RSVP Peg Hollenbeck, 858 488-5579. All are invited.
At Noon, Wednesday, October 10, Sue Kinsler will be in Westmorland at the Community Presbyterian Church speaking to the Women’s Association at their noon lunch meeting. They plan to invite those from other churches in the Imperial Valley, including Brawley Presbyterian. Elder Elizabeth Crews is the serving pastor. The church’s phone is 760 344-0909.
Again, if you have questions or would like to schedule Sue Kinsler at your church that week.
Contact: Phil Damon, 760 726-0182.
Upcoming Events
- Juilliard School Students to Present
Classical, Gospel and Jazz
at La Jolla Presbyterian on Oct. 14
The La Jolla Presbyterian Church Concert Series will present four young artists from Juilliard School for a rousing concert of classical, gospel and jazz music. Featured will be Omar Butler on trumpet, David Berry pianist, Ernestine Guzman soprano and Chelsea Chen on organ. Concert will be Sunday, October 14 at 7 p.m. in church sanctuary.
A freewill offering will be taken. Childcare will be provided. The church is located at 7715 Draper Ave. [Gmap] across from the La Jolla Recreation Center. Free parking is offered in the underground garage that can be accessed from Kline St.
Contact: Tanya, 858 729-5520 TanyaC@LJPres.org
- Musical Benefit for Urban Ministries November 4
A Musical Benefit for the Presbyterian Urban Ministries will be held November 4 at 2:30 p.m. at Faith Presbyterian Church, 5075 Campanile Dr. [Gmap]. Presbyterian Urban Ministries (previously the Presbyterian Crisis Center) will receive all proceeds.
Guest artists include Brian Verhoye, Sandra Camarena, Christopher Stephens, Lesley Pearson, James Hinton, Vox Nobilis and Martha Lenocker — all well-known local musicians of piano, song, folk guitar, and comedy skits.
Tickets are $15/person and can be purchased at the door or by reservation.
Contact: Lorna Holberg, 619 470-7195 PUMSC@PresbyterySD.org.
- November 11 Designated as Chaplains' Sunday
- — Video Available
Pat Kellenbarger, a member of the Presbyterian Council for Chaplains and Military Personnel, is seeking opportunities to provide a Minute for Mission speaker and to show a brief video.
“Several years ago the Presbytery of San Diego proclaimed the Sunday nearest Veterans’ Day in November be set aside to honor and pray for our Presbyterian chaplains serving with our armed forces nationwide,” she said, asking churches to designate November 11 as Chaplains’ Sunday. “Several active duty Presbyterian chaplains are stationed in the area who may be available to come to give a Minute for Mission on Sunday or to meet with your Session or Mission Committee.”
A new video that tells the chaplains’ story has recently been released in two-minute and 12-minute versions. Bulletin inserts, brochures and offering envelopes are available as well.
Contact: Pat Kellenbarger at 750 231-9609.
- Many Churches Schedule Alternative Christmas Bazaars,
Mission Fairs — Add Yours
Is your church holding an Alternative Christmas Bazaar or Mission Fair this year? Send notice to News@PresbyterySD.org and it will be listed here.October 28La Jolla November 4Faith 11Fletcher Hills 18Graham Coronado Rancho Bernardo 25— December 2First San Diego
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