A special Synod Assembly Zoom Meeting was held Saturday, December 9th for the Discernment Team to present the results of their First Phase Report. The team elected at the 2022 Synod Assembly consists of Joseph Chu, Eastern Korean American Presbytery; Heather Kirk-Davidoff, Albany Presbytery; Holly Haile Thompson, Long Island Presbytery; JyungIn Lee, Coastlands Presbytery; Magdalene McClarrin,...
In response to the 225th General Assembly’s call to create a stronger relationship with our sisters and brothers in PC(USA) Indigenous Churches, the Synod of the Northeast is creating a Synod-wide Indigenous People Day Special Offering to be collected on February 18th, 2024. The money raised in this special offering will go directly to our Synod’s four Indigenous Churches...
As you navigate the early years of your ecclesiastical call to service you will experience unique challenges and opportunities that come with the early stages of ministry. The Early Ministry Institute Design Team invites you to be a part of the 2024 Early Ministry Institute (EMI). This year’s theme: Resilience and Community: In the Face of...
“Blessings in this season of waiting and anticipation” has been my closing remark this Advent season. It is the anticipation part of this that has captured my attention. It is my prayer in an unusual way. I am praying for the spiritual ability to anticipate miraculous things. I expect that at every corner, there is a...
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,...
On behalf of the Synod of the Northeast and the Come to the Table Planning Team, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to you for your generous donations for the Blessing Bags. Your selfless contributions will make a significant difference in the lives of those in need, and we are deeply appreciative of your support....
As of July 9, 2023, PCUSA has a new final section of the Book of Order called Church Discipline which is significantly different from previous years. Across the Synod we just completed Church Discipline/PJC Trainings provided by Elder Flor Velez-Diaz, Manager of Judicial Process and Social Witness Assistant Stated Clerk, Office of General Assembly. Daylong trainings...
The 2024 Per Capita bills have gone out to the presbyteries. The bills were sent in the mail and by email. The Per Capita rate for 2024 is $4.10 per member. This amount remains unchanged since 2017. The Synod of the Northeast offers a 2.5% discount if the bill is paid by the end of January. ...
Congratulations Wright Memorial Presbyterian Church as you celebrate your 200th year anniversary. Wright Memorial stands on sacred ground, within the historic Seneca Nation of Indians -Cattaraugus Territory. This momentous occasion was not just a celebration, but a testament to the enduring spirit of faith, unity, resilience, and community that reflects the strength of Seneca Heritage. Their...
Over the last several weeks my work has taken me around the Synod. I have had the pleasure to lead worship in congregations, attend the installation service for Rev. Dr. Greg Garis of Susquehanna Valley Presbytery, and to attend the historic inauguration of Rev. Dr. Jonathan Lee Walton as Princeton Theological Seminary’s first Black President. In...