God of blessings and accompaniment, thanks for walking alongside us — not to prevent calamities, but to be there for counsel and emotional first aid when we need it most. Stoke our inclination toward gratitude, so we can be mindful year-round of your gifts and your guidance. Amen.
The Transforming Communities/Vital Leaders Committee of the Synod is happy to announce that $450 and $185 scholarships are available for Faith Formation leaders in Iowa to attend the annual event of the Association of Partners in Christian Education (APCE). The amount is dependent on whether you wish to attend in person at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, Tenn. or online. These scholarships are available for pastoral leaders, Christian educators, seminary students, and church volunteers who are associated with a congregation in Iowa.
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Native American Heritage Month
Resources - this article references Indigenous Peoples Day, however, the resources are applicable for Native American Heritage Month.
Native American Ministries PCUSA on Facebook.
Proclamation from The White House.
President Biden's apology for the government's role in running boarding schools for Native American children.
Native Governance Center:
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Beyond Land Acknowledgement Explainer Video​​​​​​​
This resource list is by no means exhaustive, but is provided as a starting point for education and understanding.
Per Capita 2025​
G A - $10.84
Synod - $5.50
News from the Presbyteries
The Generosity Task Force of John Knox Presbytery has raised $15,000 to cancel medical debt for families in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. ​​​
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Collegiate Presbyterian Church, Ames, Iowa, opens Labyrinth Coffee. Learn more.
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From Spain to Manning, Iowa, how First Presbyterian Church is following their mission.
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Rev. Anna Kendig Flores featured in Three innovative PCUSA leaders share some of the leadership traits they've learned.
Upcoming Synod Events
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Office Closed
November 28 & 29
December 23 - January 1
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Coming in 2025
*Synod Sunday in February
*Face-to-Face Event in March
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Synod Meetings in 2025
April 27-29, in person
September 28 & 29, Zoom
* More information to come.
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