UPCOMING EVENTS
MESSAGES & EVENTS
Sam: I thought this would be a good item for the website. We contribute to the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, but this also indicates our "physical" commitment as well. The presbytery usually makes two trips per year at each individual's expense.
Pax, Bill
Presbytery of Northern Waters
Lafayette Louisiana Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Work Trip
February 15 - 23, 2020
Why Volunteer to Assist Lafayette: Southern Louisiana experienced extensive flooding in 2016, followed by more damage from hurricane Barry this last summer, but there has been very little media coverage.
Requirements: must be at least 18-years old, be in good health, and have health insurance.
Abilities: Experience is helpful but not necessary! experience and/or a willingness to learn the following, are needed: drywall, flooring, painting, siding, gutting, and roofing.
Accommodations and Transportation: We will be staying at First Presbyterian Church of Lafayette, Louisiana. We will be provided with high-quality air mattresses, a fully-equipped kitchen, and shower facilities at the college next door. The church can accommodate a maximum of 25 volunteers, so please register soon!
We will carpool down and back. The trip will take two days each way with an overnight stop at a hotel. Cost: The total cost is approximately $350 per person. A non-refundable deposit of $100 per person should be included with your registration.
Registration and Deposit Directions: Please submit your registration form and a check payable to: United Presbyterian Congregational Church: c/o Jim Deters, 214 Vaughn Ave, Ashland, WI 54806. Please include on the memo line: Presbytery Mission Trip. Registration is due by December 31, 2019.
Contacts:If you have any questions, please call Rev. Richard Blood at 218-343-4850, or Rev. Jim Deters at 720-530-1073. We will meet in mid-January for a pre-trip orientation session. Just a request to please spread the word with those you think may be interested.
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2020 PDA Work Trip Registration Form
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MESSAGES & EVENTS
Special Christmas Events
Christmas Brunch
And a great time was had by all. If you assumed that each had his/her fill, you made a correct assumption. The food was outstanding and the fellowship worthwhile.
Egg sausage casserole
Corn beef hash
Biscuits and sausage gravy (to die for)
French toast and bacon
Meatballs
Mostaccoli
Italian Sausage and peppers
Dessert breads
Coffee and juices
