I am writing to you today about the plenary meetings of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA), which took place from June 27 – July 2. As you well know, this process can appear messy. The moments that stand out in our minds are moments of disagreement and sometimes, conflict.
This week's lectionary text is one I have always loved: Jacob's dream at Bethel (Genesis 28:10–19a). Fleeing from the consequences of his own actions, Jacob stops to rest, using a stone for a pillow.
Pastoral leaders from across the Synod gathered at Silver Bay YMCA Camp and Conference Center the week before Memorial Day (May 18 – 22) for education, community building, reflection, and respite.
The Matthew 25 invitation calls the church to remember that what we do matters to God, and how we treat others is important to God. In Matthew 25:31–46, Jesus teaches that when we welcome, care for, and stand with those whom the world too often overlooks, we are encountering Christ himself. This month’s Matthew 25 In...
I've often heard the phrase, "Budget determines mission. Show me your budget, and I'll show you what you love." It stuck with me. As a seminary graduate now studying for an MBA, I spend my days in two languages that once felt worlds apart.
The Missions and Ministries Commission on the recommendation of the Mission Working Group is pleased to announce the 2026 Innovation Grant awardees. These grantees represent a diverse range of ministries focused on community transformation, spiritual growth, leadership development, and relational outreach across the Synod of the Northeast.
The Synod of the Northeast's Emerging Gospel Community Grant is designed to support innovative, relationship-centered ministries that bring the love of Jesus Christ into the world in fresh and meaningful ways.
Like many of your churches, the congregation that I serve in Providence participated in our local Pride Festival. We had a booth and handed out rainbow stickers that say, “God Welcomes All”.
The Synod of the Northeast is thrilled to announce that the 2026 Emerging Gospel Community Grant application season opens June 1st. We invite you to imagine boldly, dream faithfully, and step courageously into what God may be calling you to create.
At Pentecost, the early followers felt the Spirit’s fire and, inspired, they responded with courage, creativity, and shared life. They preached boldly. They formed new communities. They shared resources so that the good news could grow. They were spirit-led innovators, trusting in God enough to live differently and to try something new. That same Spirit is...
