Dear Friends of Cayuga-Syracuse Presbytery,
Welcome to this week's edition of our e-letter, Presbytery Matters. Our goal is to highlight things going on throughout the Church: within our Presbytery, in our congregations, as well as in the Synod of the Northeast and across the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). We hope that these are things that will be helpful, informative, challenging, encouraging and supportive. In other words, we hope that these things will matter. Your input is valued, and your comments are always welcomed.
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We want to hear about the mission stories from our Presbytery's worshiping communities. What mission work are you involved in? How are your members working in the community? What story would you like to share with others in the Presbytery?
Send any mission stories from your congregation that you would like to share to: CaySyrNews@gmail.com.
Deadline is 12 p.m. on Wednesdays for the current week's edition of
Presbytery Matters.
We want to share your stories, missions, activities and more. Also, make sure to like our Facebook page by clicking the "Facebook" icon at the top of this newsletter.
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Joys and Concerns around the Presbytery |
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In our prayers together this week:
- Please pray for everyone who is struggling with their mental health and mental illnesses.
- Keep all those who battling cancer in your prayers. Please ask God to be by their side and to be with their doctors and families.
In the cycle of prayer our Presbytery, please pray for these congregations, faith communities, and individuals: Port Byron Federated; First, Scipioville; Sennett Federated Church; First, Skaneateles
If you'd like to share a particular joy or concern with the Presbytery, please contact: CaySyrNews@gmail.com. Please note, prayers will be featured for three weeks, unless a specific time frame is requested.
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Around the 5 Presbyteries |
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Practical Resources for Churches Webinars |
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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Leader - Rev. Jennifer Butler
Remembering our history is a spiritual practice. We will examine how white Christian nationalism has shown up throughout history and how people of faith have organized to push back. These historic movements are models of how people of faith can respond to the current resurgence of white Christian nationalism. We must reclaim our faith to counter white Christian nationalism and cast a clear moral vision of a country where everyone can thrive.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
2:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Leader - Caroline Hamilton-Arnold
Wonder Awaits encourages children of all ages to use those senses and everyday activities to see the miracles of creation. Kids are encouraged to get close, get dirty, look carefully, look up, make art, make friends, be brave, be curious, be present, and be amazed — all activities we adults should do too, right? Learn how you might use the book with the children in your congregation.
Thursday, March 30, 2023
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Leader - Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart
What difference does our worship make? How is Christian liturgy a political task? We'll explore these questions and more in this interactive session about what it means to engage in a worship that turns the world right-side-up.
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In the absence of a Resource Presbyter, please contact the following individuals:
And, as always, questions regarding church polity, minutes, parlimentary procedure should be directed to our Stated Clerk, Rev. Ben Fitzgerald-Fye (statedclerk@cayugasyracuse.org)
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Do you live-stream your service on Sundays?
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We are compiling a list of live-stream links to feature in Presbytery Matters. This will allow others to join in on your services.
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Join in on these services virtually on Sundays:
Faith United Oswego - Live on Zoom (Meeting ID: 207 196 571)
Isaiah's Table will send a link for people to join our hybrid worship at 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Send email to isaiahtable@gmail.com by Friday evening.
Scipioville Presbyterian Church - Live on Zoom (Meeting ID: 836 3163 8403
Passcode: SPC13147)
More to come...
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Please Note: Our new address change -- PO Box 438, Syracuse, NY 13214 -- also applies to mail sent to the Bookkeeper.
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Church Keyboard Musician at Park Central Presbyterian Church in Syracuse
Park Central Presbyterian Church in downtown Syracuse is seeking an experienced keyboard musician for its small, but growing, congregation.
The Church Keyboard Musician will play for all scheduled services of worship, providing hymn accompaniment, service music (prelude, postlude, music during communion, etc.), accompany instrumental and vocal soloists, and accompany choral singing.
The Church Keyboard Musician reports to the Director of Arts and Technology, and to the
Minister as head of staff. The position is part-time, requiring approximately eight hours per
week.
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Solo Pastor at Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church in DeWitt
Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church is currently seeking a solo pastor who is spiritually grounded, intellectually curious, compassionate, and forward-thinking. PHPC has a history of community engagement and a commitment to social justice. Our congregation thrives on preaching that enriches and propels us to expand our thinking and motivates action. We are nourished through inspiring music and the loving nature of our faith community. We seek someone who is flexible, has a sense of humor, and flourishes in contexts where collaboration in leadership is the norm.
Position tasks include worship leadership & preaching, pastoral care, oversight of Christian education, moderating the Session, representing the congregation to outside groups that use our facility, assisting committees with guidance and insights as needed, participating and motivating members to become more active in social justice and mission projects.
PHPC was formed in 1956 in a suburb of Syracuse, NY. The church is located less than five miles from Syracuse University and Upstate Medical University, along with other institutions of higher education, multiple hospitals, and successful manufacturing facilities. The church is also situated within a very strong K-12 school system. We enjoy the benefits of a city with close proximity to the Finger Lakes, a pleasant drive to the Adirondacks, and a multitude of hiking and biking options in the immediate area, including those associated with the Erie Canal corridor. Onondaga County is on the cusp of major growth due to its selection as the site for an investment of $100 billion over ten years by Micron computer chip company. Finally, Syracuse was recently identified by FEMA as the safest city in the U.S. from natural disasters.
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Are you hiring?
If your church is hiring in 2022 or still looking to fill a position from 2021, please send a new or updated announcement and job description to Communication Coordinator Sarah Buckshot at caysyrnews@gmail.com
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First Presbyterian Church of Mexico during Lent. |
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Annual Meeting - Saturday, May 6, 2023. Time and Location TBA
Stated Meeting - Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 7 p.m. Time and Location TBA
Stated Meeting - Saturday, September 16, 2023. Time and Location TBA
Stated Meeting -Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7 p.m. on Zoom.
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Around the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) |
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Advocating for just immigration policies on Capitol Hill
PC(USA) staff and presbytery leaders press legislators for reforms
By Fred Tangeman
Office of the General Assembly
Too often Congress is a place of sanctimony and not sanctity. But Amanda Craft of the PC(USA) Office of Immigration Issues recalled a visit this month to Capitol Hill when “the Holy Spirit was moving among us,” bringing advocates for just immigration policies together with lawmakers.
A PC(USA) delegation including Stated Clerk of the General Assembly, the Rev. Dr. J. Herbert Nelson, II, arrived for a meeting with the office of Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware) when — to the group’s surprise — the senator joined them.
Craft, Manager of Immigration Advocacy, said the PC(USA) team was there to advocate for wider protections for immigrants, a cause given added urgency by the Biden Administration’s proposed administrative rule that a recent PC(USA) Office of Public Witness (OPW) Action Alert explained “will effectively bar most of the migrants who arrive at the U.S.-Mexico border from asylum.” The church also advocates for passage of the Dream Act and the Afghan Adjustment Act, legislation that would help migrants from around the world.
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PC(USA) pastor and professor describes ways to read the Bible from the Earth’s perspective
The Rev. Dr. Paul Galbreath offers up a thoughtful biblical approach during a Presbyterians for Earth Care webinar
By Mike Ferguson
Office of the General Assembly
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P.O. Box 438, Syracuse 13214
(315) 632-5698
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"I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them
bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing." John 15:5
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