Posts Tagged: solsn

Passion and Mission

Passion and Mission – Two words that describe the volunteer Ambassadors of the Special Offerings Leader Support Network.  Many of the volunteers are pastors. Many are ruling elders. Some are young. Some are retired. The two common threads among them are a passion for God’s work in the world; and a heart for local, national and global mission. The Office of Special Offerings partners with these volunteers, who are Presbyterians that support Special Offerings not only through giving to their church but also by giving of time and energy.

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How can we help?

I often find that people I speak to in the congregations don’t know all of the ways our team can help make the offerings a success.  Resources In addition to the materials that congregations receive in their standing order packets, materials such as leader’s guides, worship planning and minutes for mission are available to download… Read more »

Simple Gifts

We often hear great stories from congregations with innovative ways to make big differences in their giving. 

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Meet the Ambassadors

Our dedicated group of 22 ambassadors have reached out to over 300 churches and made presentations in 10 presbyteries and synods since January.

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Special Offerings Leader Support Network

You’ve heard us talk a bit about the Special Offerings Leader Support Network, and even “met” a few of our Ambassadors along the way.  Here’s a look at our training in January.    We’re always looking for people to add to our program. If you’re interested or know someone else who might be, visit pcusa.org/solsn…. Read more »

Meet more SOLSN Ambassadors!

It’s time for another round of meet the Ambassadors – since it’s been awhile since you’ve heard from me, I’m going to introduce you to two for the price of one! Anna Owens and T.J. Piccolo served with me as Young Adult Volunteers in Belfast, so suffice it to say I’m excited to have them… Read more »

Meet Allison, an SOLSN Ambassador

It’s been awhile since I’ve featured a new Ambassador. Not because I don’t have a bevy of interesting, dedicated volunteers to choose from…  Today we’ll meet Allison Wehrung. She’s a former Young Adult Volunteer, now a senior at Columbia Theological Seminary.  So, Allison. What does mission mean to you? I think mission is the call… Read more »

Meet Leah, an SOLSN Ambassador

“Mission is our expression of faith in being sent to the world to share the Good News of the Gospel and in sharing work and witness. Mission is our calling; Mission is working together for the benefit of others. Mission is active, intentional, focused, work alongside partnership. We are all called to serve. Sent in service.”

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Gratitude

That moment for me was a glimpse into God’s provision and abundance in this world, in this church and in my life.”

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