According to the Cambridge Dictionary, the word summer comes from the Old English sumor, which itself traces back to the Proto-Germanic sumra. Similar versions appear in Dutch (zomer) and German (Sommer), with the root stretching to the Proto-Indo-European sam- or sem-, meaning "together" or "one." How fitting that the very word for this season is tied...
The Synod’s Discernment and Visioning Teams gathered July 21–22 for a pivotal two-day meeting focused on deepening alignment around the evolving vision of the Synod. Building on over a year of prayerful work, community conversations, and collaborative discernment, the teams came together to finalize pillar recommendations and chart the path toward implementation. This meeting marked one...
June 26, 2025 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM Are you dreaming of planting a new ministry? Revitalizing a congregation? Starting a fresh expression of church that reaches people right where they are? If so, the Synod of the Northeast’s Emerging Gospel Community Grant may be just the opportunity to help your vision come to life. We...
On June 19, at the 48th Biennial Meeting of the National Black Presbyterian Caucus (NBPC), Rev. Dr. SanDawna Gaulman Ashley was presented with the prestigious Maria Fearing Award. This award is bestowed upon women who serve the Church and community with bold vision, unwavering faith, and fearless resolve. Rev. Dr. Ashley was recognized for her exceptional and...
The Synod’s visioning process is progressing steadily and remains on track to deliver an exciting new structure and direction for our shared ministry. Rooted in faithful discernment, this work reflects our collective hope to reimagine the Synod as alive with imagination, shaped by diverse voices, and anchored in Gospel hope.
The plan for the Indigenous Mission Day in June included both Wright Memorial Presbyterian Church and Jimersontown Presbyterian Church. Unfortunately, due to a major gas leak at Jimersontown on the Wednesday before the event, we had to postpone that location. We were grateful that everyone who registered for the Jimersontown location joined Wright Memorial for their...
A Collaborative Conference with the New York Council of Churches The Synod of the Northeast, in collaboration with the New York Council of Churches, is excited to present: Connection to Transformation: Building a Partnership Culture in Faith Communities Conference Saturday, October 25, 2025 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church 315 N. Cayuga Street Ithaca, New York...
In support of Youth Triennium and to help defray the costs, the Synod will provide to each Presbytery $150 per participant, adult chaperone and any college age student who plans to help behind the scenes. Presbyteries, please submit your list of names to the Synod Stated Clerk – Nancy.Talbot@synodne.org. Late registration ends on July 3rd.
This year’s Early Ministry Institute (EMI) proved once again to be a transformative experience for our emerging pastors across the Synod of the Northeast. Held over the course of a dynamic week, the 2025 EMI gathered leaders from across the region under the theme: Engaging Conflict, equipping participants with tools to navigate difficult conversations and divisive...
INV-25-01-04New York City Cook and Eat: Building Community Through African and African Diaspora Culinary Heritage Bethel Presbyterian Reformed Church Year 1Awarded: $12,000 Cook and Eat: “Building Community Through African and African Diaspora Culinary Heritage” celebrates African and African Diaspora culinary traditions through intergenerational learning. Ghanaian elders will partner with Caribbean, Soul Food, and Afro-Latin cooks to...