The HEALTHY GROWING CHURCH INITIATIVE PASTOR'S GROUP would like to offer an opportunity for other PEVA pastors and elders to "COME AND SEE" some of what they have been studying and join them on the journey by exploring the question:  How do we lead the church to be faithful in such "strange" times?

PEVA leaders are invited to four meetings this fall.  Each will feature worship, presentations. small group discussion, sprayer and lunch.  Those who attend will be asked to read a book or article(s) in preparation for each meeting.  participants are responsible for obtaining and paying for their books.

Meeting #1:  Thursday, September 23, from 10 AM - 1 PM.  Why are these times in which we are lving so strange?  Led by Jenny Russell, Cindy Higgins and Gary Bagley.

Meeting #2:  Thursday, October 14 from 10 AM - 1 PM.  What does it mean for us to be faithful to our Christian faith and our Presbyterian heritage during these changing times?  Led by Bob Melone and Deborah Dail.

Meeting #3:  Thursday, November 11 from 10 AM - 1 PM.  What is leadership, and what kinds of leadership are needed in the church today?  Led by Frank Webster and Jim Young.

Meeting #4: Thursday, December 9 from 10 AM - 1 PM.  Questions and comments led by Richard Short.

All meetings will take place at First PC, of Norfolk and will include lunch for $7.50.  Please register for the four meetings by clicking here and filling out the downloadable form.  Return the registration form to Denbigh PC, 302 Denbigh Blvd., Newport News, VA 23608 BY WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 1.  Please enclose a check payable to Denbigh PC for the lunches ($7.50 per lunch = $30 total).

In January 2011, a 12-month group will be offered for pastors and elders who want to "Go Deeper" in exploring various ideas about how to be a healthy growing congregation in the 21st century.  Look for more info on that series in December.

The "Umpteenth Annual" PEVA GOLF TOURNAMENT returns to Sewells Point Golf Club on Mon., SEPT 20.  Click here for flier and registration. The price remains the same:  $60 for a round of "Florida Best Ball," range balls, cart, prizes, excellent fellowship and steak supper!  Mulligans extra.  Tee off will be at 1 p.m.  Create your own foursome or let us match you with others!  Reservations due by Mon., Sept. 13.  Make your reservations by contacting the Rev. Jeff Bell at Providence PC:  757-420-6159 or pastor@provpres.org 

Note:  Checks should be made out to PEVA and mailed to Attn:  Jeff Bell, Providence Presbyterian Church, 5497 Providence Rd., Va. Beach, VA 26464.

KIRKWOOD PC will host MARK MITTELBERG, author of Becoming a Contagious Christian as well as The Unexpected Adventure (with Lee Strobel) on SAT., SEPT. 11 at 10 AM.  Come hear Mr. Mittelberg share evangelistic insights.  Please call the church office with the number from your church that will be attending, so they may appropriately plan:  757-766-0343.  Church located at 1209 Hampton Hwy., Yorktown, VA 23693

EQUIPPING THE SAINTS: Resources for a Vibrant Church will be held on SAT., NOV. 6 from 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM at 1st PC, NORFOLK.  Opening plenary with worship, prayer & special music will be led by the Rev. Ken McFayden, Dean, The center for Ministry & Leadership Dev. and Professor, Ministry & leadership Dev. at Union PSCE.  Open to all PEVA leaders, this event will offer classes in 4 tracks: Worship, Discipleship, Mission & Administration.  Participants may choose any 3 classes from a total of 12 offered.  MARS will be offering a class that will run during each session.

A $10 fee is required in order to guarantee lunch.  Find more info, flyer, and a registration form on the Resource Center Page of this website!  Or email RC Director Donna Rae Barrow at donnarae@pcusa-peva.org

ESPM -  Eastern Shore Presbyterian Ministries works through the schools and churches of the Eastern Shore of Virginia to identify children who have a need of assistance in order to begin the school year with the necessary tools for success. The program operates though financial gifts and donated school supplies received throughout the Presbytery of Eastern Virginia from mission funds and individual church members.  You may drop off supplies at the presbytery office.  Click here for the 2010 supply list.  ESPM is run by volunteers representing all of the PCUSA churches on the Eastern Shore of Virginia; administrative costs are absorted by the local churches so that 100% of all donations go towards the purchase of the necessary school supplies.

The next PEVA PILGRIMAGE WEEKEND will be held during the weekend of OCT. 21-24! 

This 3-day event of worship, discussion, singing and prayer for clergy & laity is designed for adult members of Presbyterian churches (singles and couples) to inspire, challenge, and equip individuals for Christian action in their home churches, places of work, and communities through worship, discussion, singing, and prayer. 

A person goes to a Pilgrimage Weekend only once; the effect lasts a lifetime!  After the weekend, pilgrims can join reunion groups to reinforce teachings, affirm friendships, and provide a pleace to share the Christian journey.  Larger groups, Ultreyas, meet several times per year for sharing and encouragement.

Click here for a brochure, and click here for an application!

PEVA FALL YOUTH RETREATS for middle school and high school age youth at Makemie Woods Camp and Conference Center.   "Butterfly Effect:  Navigating Life's Choices" Middle School Retreat: October 15-17, 2010,  High School Retreat:  November 19-21, 2010.  Registration fee for youth is $80, and $70 for adults.  Keynote Speaker:  The Rev. Jeff Quinn Music by Zechariah's Song.  Click here for Event Flyer , Registration forms and online registration coming soon. 

Are you interested in being an "event leader?"  The Event Leadership Team will be responsible for many of the responsibilities that make these retreats fun and faith-filled, such as leading energizers, facilitating discussions and recreation, helping with worship...  Want to learn more?  Visit the Leadership Team Page!