Before Come to the Table officially opened several people came to assist with a mission project of filling blessing bags with articles to share with people who are unhoused. The synod had reached out to presbyteries, churches and individuals asking them to send items which included hand warmers, hats, and gloves as we approach winter as...
This year’s Come to the Table: “When Did We See You, Removing the Blinders” gathering was truly a memorable and connectional experience. It was an event that brought us together, allowing us to see one another more clearly and remove the blinders that sometimes obscure our vision. We kicked off this inspiring event with a night...
September 2023 Commission Meeting Highlights The Synod Mission and Ministries Commission held its September 15-16 Stated Meeting at Honor’s Haven Retreat and Conference Center in Ellenville, NY. We began with a report from the Transitional Synod Leader, the Synod of the Northeast’s Evaluation & Vision Plan 2023. Rev. Dr. Ashley reminded the commission that the discernment...
This week, the Synod’s Discernment Team met in Silver Bay, New York. The team began drafting its preliminary report for the upcoming Called Assembly Meeting on December 9, 2023, from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. The report will summarize the evaluation process thus far and data collected through two surveys and listening sessions. The following listening sessions...
The Good Storyteller Jesus was said to be the best storyteller ever walking the earth. When He told parables, the crowds listened intently, captivated by his ability to use common everyday events to connect with those eager to hear His words. Jesus created the space for teachable moments. He had a technique of presenting...
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...
While living in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, each year, we waited in anticipation for the end of the summer festival Kipona. The annual event marked the long dog days of summer would be replaced with the cool days of fall and the ensuing winter snow. Like clockwork, the air felt as if someone had turned a dowel. The...
Attention all Presbytery PJC members, Mid Council Leaders, members of COM as well as anyone else who believe you can benefit from attending a training on the new Book of Order Church Discipline (the old Rules of Discipline section): You are welcome to attend either one of the three in-person trainings or the virtual training the...
The synod will hold its September 15-16 commission meeting at Honors Haven Retreat and Conference, 1195 Arrowhead Rd, Ellenville, NY 12428. As agreed by the Commission earlier this year, we will retreat as a commission beginning at noon on September 14th and continuing until lunch on the 15th. If you have not registered yet, please do...