Dear Siblings in Christ: You may have seen recent warnings of a possible security threat to churches, as a continuation of the rioting we saw in our nation’s capital and in some states. The Stated Clerk of the PC(USA), Rev. Dr. J. Herbert Nelson, has …
REMINDERS: Take time to complete key tasks as 2021 starts
Congregational leaders are asked to tackle some routine tasks as 2021 gets started. * Report the 2021 Terms of Call for all installed pastors and submit contract terms for any interim, contract supply or any teaching elder regularly serving a congregation. Click below to find more information …
AVAILABLE: Camp scholarship funds for any children, youth in presbytery
Children and youth within the Presbytery of Lake Michigan may get camp scholarship funds from a special program through the First Presbyterian Church of Grand Haven. The program was established several years ago by a donor who wants to provide financial assistance to any children …
REVISED: New payment voucher form available for presbytery expenses
Individuals seeking reimbursement from the Presbytery of Lake Michigan for mileage and other expenses should now use the 2021 Payment Voucher Form. The form can be completed electronically then sent via email to the facilitator of the team, commission, committee or group for which the …
FROM PLM LEADERS: Registration information for PLM Finance & Mission discussions this month
The Leadership Team is offering several opportunities for congregations to engage with members of the Leadership Team and Budget and Finance Committee for discussion about Presbytery Finances and to provide input and suggestions about future mission priorities for the Presbytery. This invitation is extended to …
COMPLETE: Synod survey about worship resources
Leaders with the Synod of the Covenant want to help congregational leaders proclaim the Gospel and minister to community members during these difficult, changing times of the pandemic. To that end, the Synod is conducting a brief survey to determine whether the virtual Advent worship …
NOTE: IRS decreases mileage rate for 2021
Information that will be helpful in fulfilling 2021 terms of call: The IRS mileage reimbursement rate effective starting January 1, 2021, will be 56 cents per mile drive for business. (That rate is down 1.5 cents from the 2020 rate.) It is important to note …
COMMUNICATIONS: Watch for info from PLM in several formats
Changes are coming as the Presbytery of Lake Michigan continues working to communicate useful information to its members in effective and efficient ways. * Publication of the eDIGEST will shift to twice monthly – the second and fourth Wednesdays – starting in January. Congregations and presbytery …
CAUTION: Watch for fake emails in ‘spoofing’ scams
A favorite trick of email scammers is to send out a fake message that seems to come from someone you may know and trust. The email message may say the person is soliciting money or gift cards for a good cause or that the person has had …
SAVE THE DATES: Conversations about PLM finances, missions
Leadership Team members will offer several opportunities during January for congregations to engage in conversation about Presbytery of Lake Michigan finances, mission and mission priorities for the future. Since space will be limited, congregations will have the opportunity to register for a Zoom webinar at …
