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October 15, 2008
Welcome to the Elder's Institute e-News
This Month's Tip for Ruling Elders
Here's a tip to shorten session and committee meetings. Distribute short written reports prior to meetings. Assume everyone has read the reports and only discuss the recommendations. For more tips, check out the EI Tool Box at www.eldersinstitute.ca.
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Exploring the Lord's Prayer
October 20 to November 28, 2008
Stephen Farris, dean of St. Andrew's Hall, offers this course to ruling elders and folks in the pews alike. Join Stephen as he leads Presbyterians into a deeper understanding of prayer and Christian theology. This course combines Bible study with the practice of prayer for both novice and experienced Christians. For more information and registration, visit our website: www.eldersinstitute.ca or phone our toll-free line: 1-866-794-8888.
Register today. This course starts on Monday!
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Print Publications
The special sale price of all Elders' Institute print resources is $10 each. In anticipation of updating Elders' Institute print resources, we are clearing out the stock. A listing of sale items is available on the Elders' Institute website: www.eldersinstitute.ca.
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Pre-Assembly Workshops (PAW) 2009
Be the first to register for PAW 2009 and win a prize! Each year the Elders' Institute honours the first registrant, the congregation that sends the most delegates and the General Assembly commissioners who travel the farthest to attend PAW. PAW 2009 will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2009, at Chedoke Presbyterian Church in Hamilton, Ont. The keynote lunchtime address, "Intercultural Skills for Presbyterians," will be delivered by Cheol Soon Park, Moderator of the 134th General Assembly. You can find a full listing of workshops, leaders, and registration information on the EI website: www.eldersinstitute.ca.
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