The old saying goes, you never know someone else’s story until you walk in their shoes. In many ways, Black History Month is the opportunity for non-Blacks to walk in the shoes of another culture. Have you ever imagined what it would be like to be Black? On a Sunday morning, this space would include the...
The Synod Mission and Ministries Commission met January 27th – 28th. Three new members were welcomed as they begin their first two-year term: Rev. Chris Foster (Southern New England). Elder Rob Heinze (Northern New England), and Elder Paulete La Terra (Northeast New Jersey). We expect that by the April meeting there will be representatives for Albany,...
On Tuesday February 21, 2023, the Synod of the Northeast hosted a discussion on the book “What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church” with author William Yoo. The audience was composed of people of various backgrounds and ages, throughout the Synod. William Yoo began by discussing his book...
Administrative Coordinator for the Synod of the Northeast Purpose: The Administrative Coordinator will serve as a member of the Synod Mission Team providing administrative coordination for members of the Mission Team and ensuring the effective and seamless work of the mission and ministry of the Synod. This position will be responsible for supporting logistics, communication and...
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...
As we begin the evaluation year for the Synod, the Leadership Team started the year in retreat. The time proved to be a spiritual gathering in which holy play, discernment, collective wisdom, and relationship building placed the team on solid footing. The Leadership Team is gifted for the work ahead. Collectively, we recognize the power of...
Greetings in this season of wonder and anticipation! Recently, I heard someone say we measure our lives by seasons and the thought intrigued me. I did not know the individual, however the phrase “we measure our lives in seasons” ruminated in my thoughts throughout the day. At the close of each year, I do reflect and...
Greetings in the name of Christ! Happy Thanksgiving! How would you answer the question: What are you thankful for? I am thankful for being alive. I do not mean just on the other side of the grave. I mean fully living in the knowledge of who I am as a child of God. This understanding supersedes...
Every year, the Synod of the Northeast has worked with our Presbyteries to find new and innovative ways to “provide unencumbered spaces for the Holy Spirit to move among us, breathing new life into us and strengthening us to work for the realm and reign of God.” This is reflected not only in our budget with...
The Commissioners and YAADs had a full agenda of issues to consider and vote upon during Synod Assembly. At the beginning of the Assembly during worship Rev. Stephen Park Choi was installed as the Moderator of the Synod. The Moderator put the Constitutional Questions to Rev. Park Choi and prayed with him. Elections Elder Lisa...