On Saturday, June 7, 2025, the parking lot of Christ’s First Presbyterian Church (CFPC) in Hempstead, NY was transformed into a vibrant festival of hope, healing, and hospitality as the congregation hosted its first-ever Hope Day event.
On June 1st, Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church will make history by hosting the 1st Annual Presbytery-Wide Pride Service, an event that embodies the heart of the Matthew 25 Initiative—affirming that what we do matters to God and how we treat others is important to God.
Poetry, Faith, and the Pursuit of Justice April is National Poetry Month, a time to celebrate the art of language, imagination, and truth-telling through verse. As we reflect on the legacy of faith-driven justice within the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), we lift up the life and voice of Marianne Moore, one of the most influential Presbyterian poets...
The Matthew 25 Initiative invites us to engage deeply in the call of Christ found in Matthew 25:31–46—to live lives that prioritize compassion, justice, and community. This year, in celebration of Women’s History Month, we turn our focus to three dynamic leaders within the Synod of the Northeast and wider Presbyterian Church whose stories embody the...
As part of the Matthew 25 Initiative, the First Presbyterian Church of Buffalo recently hosted an important immigration discussion as part of its commitment to building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty. This conversation is a testament to the church’s dedication to living out the gospel by supporting vulnerable communities, particularly immigrants who...
In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, 2025, it is important to pause to honor a leader whose vision, courage, and commitment to justice have inspired generations. Rooted in the teachings of Matthew 25:31-46, Dr. King’s life exemplified the call to care for “the least of these” and to work for...
The Christmas season is a time to reflect on the blessings we’ve received and to share those blessings with others. Rooted in the teachings of Matthew 25:31-46, the call to serve “the least of these” is especially resonant during the holidays. Here are five ways you can give back to your community this Christmas season, each...
As part of our continued commitment to the Matthew 25 Initiative, the Synod of the Northeast invites you to join us for Indigenous Mission Day on Saturday, September 28, 2024. This day of service is an opportunity to lend a hand in preserving sacred spaces while supporting our indigenous brothers and sisters in faith, as we...
Living Out the Call of Matthew 25 The Matthew 25 Initiative, rooted in the parable of the sheep and the goats (Matthew 25:31-46), calls us to action in building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty. This year, Memorial Presbyterian Church of Roosevelt, NY, embodied this mission through its active participation in Hope Day...
Practical Resources for Churches: A Beacon of Support The Matthew 25 Initiative calls us to focus on three pivotal areas: Building Congregational Vitality, Dismantling Structural Racism, and Eradicating Systemic Poverty. Practical Resources for Churches (PRC) offers invaluable support in these areas, providing tools and guidance to help congregations thrive and make a meaningful impact in their...