The Matthew 25 Summit, led by Rev. Dr. Diane Moffett, focused on the theme of Congregational Vitality – a community’s spiritual strength and demonstrated capacity for engaging in purposeful mission and making disciples of Jesus Christ. The summit emphasized the importance of relevance for congregations and questioned the notion of stepping on others to shine. Rev....

The Matthew 25 Initiative, guided by the teachings of Jesus in the parable of the sheep and goats, calls us to action: building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty. The transformation of the First Presbyterian Church of Trenton (FPCT) into the Steeple Center, under the Coastlands Presbytery, exemplifies this mission. Reviving History for...

In a world where division and discrimination continue to plague our society, the Synod of the Northeast of the Presbyterian Church USA remains steadfast in its commitment to the Matthew 25 Initiative. This initiative, rooted in the parable of the sheep and goats (Matthew 25:31-46), serves as a powerful reminder that our actions matter to God,...

During the September staff meeting, the Synod of the Northeast Staff visited the Freedom Farm Community and learned about the impact they are making in the Synod. The Mission of the Freedom Farm Community is to grow food to share with people who don’t have access to or can’t afford fresh produce.  They are a gathering place...

You are Invited to the  2023 Princeton Forum on Youth Ministry event at Princeton Theological Seminary. This year’s theme is “A Time to Heal: Trauma and Grace in Youth Ministry.” Our hope is that you can include this information on your denominational website, and in any newsletter or electronic communication you have with pastors and youth leaders...

More than thirty people gathered on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 16) for a morning of service. We were joined by five Elmira College students after they learned about our event. We assembled more than 200 disaster kits for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance in the morning. Participants from several area churches joined in as we put together...

SERRV is a nonprofit, fair trade and development organization sponsored by Church World Service.  With over 65 years of experience, SERRV’s mission is to eradicate poverty wherever it resides by providing opportunity and support, both financial and professional, to artisans and farmers worldwide.  SERRV supports equal rights and leadership development for women, encourages sustainable eco-friendly business...

Trinity Presbyterian Church used its Synod grant to support its summer entrepreneur program.