Clergy Care & Development
There are three ways by which clergy and CLPs may communicate with one another through e-mail lists (referred to commonly as listservs):
clergy-discussion@pbygenval.org
This is an e-mail list of clergy and CLPs who voluntarily choose to subscribe. The purpose of this list is to foster voluntary discussion of issues of interest to people on the list. Replies to postings will go to the entire group to allow a group discussion. There are currently 21 people on the list. Requests for subscriptions should be sent to .
Example Uses
- I’m thinking of trying … for confirmation. Has anyone tried that?
- I was reading the Bible today and had this tremendous insight that I would like to share with you…
allclergyandclps @pbygenval.org
This is an e-mail list of ALL clergy and CLPs. The primary purpose of the list is to foster communication among clergy and CLPs peers. Replies to postings will go directly to the individual initiating a message and not to the entire list. This list is not intended to be a discussion group, but a means of communicating information of interest to the group.
Example Uses
- I am planning on going to… event. Would anyone like to car pool?
- Our church just built an outdoor labyrinth and I wanted to let you all know that any group or individual is welcome to come use it at any time.
pastorsinchurches @pbygenval.org
This is an e-mail list of clergy and CLPs serving congregations as pastors. If you are a minister or a CLP in the Presbytery of Genesee Valley who is serving a church, you are automatically part of the list. Replies to postings will go directly to the individual initiating a message and not to the entire list. This list is not intended to be a discussion group, but a means of communicating information of interest to the group.
Example Uses
- Two other pastors and I get together every month and bring cases from our ministries for peer review and support. We are looking for a fourth. Anyone game?
- Our church is looking for another small church which might be interested in forming a combined youth group. Anyone interested?
We hope you will take advantage of these opportunities to communicate with your peers.
Provides opportunities for clergy and CLPs to further their spiritual and professional development and to stimulate theological reflection and dialogue, advocates for and works with members of the Benefits Plan regarding Board of Pensions and benefits issues, and promotes clergy well-being by providing arenas for fellowship, mutual support, and creative interaction. Meets 2nd Wednesday at Noon at the Presbytery Office.
Clergy/CLP
Resource Lunches
Featuring helpful tools
especially for pastors!
- Noon–1:30pm at Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church, 1200 Winton Road South
RSVP to
242-0080- Clergy and CLPs only please
- Box lunch? We’ll be happy to order lunch for you ($5 fee) but you must let us know two days ahead, or bring a brown bag!
Tuesday January 31, and
Thursday February 9
Registration Deadlines: Fri Jan 27 & Tue Feb 7
Lenten Lectionary Preparations
Leader: Sr. Barbara Moore, Sister of Mercy from the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, Interim Dean of Women and Gender Studies and teacher of Preaching and Practical Theology at CRCDS
Join us for a guided discussion of our Lenten Lectionary passages. Sister Barbara Moore will provide an overview of the passages and will facilitate our fruitful discussion. Each session will be unique as we will cover as many Lenten Sundays as time permits. Sign up for one or for both as you are able. Bring your Bible and your questions.
Creative Preaching in the 21st Century
Challenges and Opportunities
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Tuesday May 22– Thursday May 24 - Notre Dame Retreat Center, 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua [ map ]
- $300, includes lodging and meals
- Register with Denise Yarbrough, 340-9540
This workshop will be led by Karoline Lewis, Assistant Professor of Biblical Preaching, and David Lose, Director of the Center for Biblical Preaching, at Luther Theological Seminary.
Participants will discuss the challenges of contemporary preaching, engage in small group sermon brainwave conversations, and learn about the latest research regarding preaching in the contemporary church.
This event is co-sponsored by CRCDS, Northeastern Seminary, Upstate New York Synod of the ELCA, the Episcopal Diocese of Rochester, and the Presbytery of Genesee Valley.
Board of Pensions
- Board of Pensions Local contact: Rev. Larry DeVuyst
Mission
Membership: 9
The Clergy Care and Development Committee shall:
- Provide opportunities for clergy and commissioned lay pastors to further their spiritual and professional development.
- Identify and promote pastoral care opportunities to clergy and lay pastors, their families and survivors.
- Sponsor events to stimulate theological reflection and dialogue for clergy and lay pastors.
- Identify opportunities for continuing education and sabbaticals and provide resources to enable pastors to use them effectively.
- Advocate for and work with members of the Benefits Plan regarding Board of Pensions and benefits issues, salary concerns, and other matters regarding personnel issues.
- Promote clergy wellbeing by providing arenas for fellowship, mutual support, and creative interaction among clergy and lay pastors.
- Celebrate and encourage clergy in specialized ministries.
- Implement a plan for assimilation of new clergy and lay pastors into the life of the Presbytery.
Additional Responsibilities
Clergy Care and Development Committee, along with the Commitee on Ministry and Committee on Preparation for Ministry, has additional responsibilities as outlined in the Candidate Indebtedness Policy of our Policies and Procedures Manual.