As the nation marks and celebrates Black History Month, churches, schools, work places and communities are finding meaningful ways to lift up and name the gifts and contributions of Black Americans. The month encourages learning, celebration and for many an honest reckoning of past harms that continue to have current implications.

In a new book, “What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church,” author William Yoo, of Columbia Theological Seminary, offers a timely exploration of our denomination’s complicated history on these issues.

Numerous members of our presbytery have read the book and recommend it as an important piece of work in helping Presbyterians

understand our past and work together to envision and shape a different future.

Perhaps this month is a good time to pick up the book and join with others in meaningful conversation as we seek to shape a more just, diverse and equitable presbytery.



North Central California Presbytery celebrates the ministry of

Rev. Stephen and Grace Moon.

This newer ministry continues to creatively reach out to a diverse population

and recently even caught the attention of the local news. Thanks be to God for the work and witness of Intercultural Mosaics and their dynamic leaders!

In case you missed our announcement, our new website is live! We appreciate all the great feedback so far. If you see information that is missing or needs to be corrected, please email our Data & Communications manger at: cdmanger@nccpresby.org

Apply for a Presbyterian Undergraduate Scholarship today! Students may be eligible for $4,000 or more from the Presbyterian Mission Agency through the Office of Financial Aid for Service. Learn more about the guidelines and application process at the link below.

The journey through Lent can take many forms and be guided by various resources.

This devotional offers the voices and perspectives of native and indigenous leaders.

Perhaps neighbors we do not, yet, know and is

another resource provided by our Presbyterian Mission Agency.

General Assembly has declared this the “Presbyterian Decade to End Gun Violence.”

The NCCP Mission Support Committee is forming a

Presbytery-Wide Working Group to End Gun Violence.

We invite all members and friends of the Presbytery to join.

 This new group is lodged within the NCCP Mission Support Committee with leaders

Cheryl Hunt and Nancy Disher.

The expectation is to have regular monthly meetings (by zoom to begin) which would be open to all members and friends of the Presbytery.

The purpose would be to initiate and participate in activities including Guns to Gardens Safe Surrender Events. Another activity is to enable conversations in our churches of our relationship to violence, of our fears and hopes for the safety of our children.

If you want to be part of this conversation, contact:

Nancy Disher at njdisher@garlic.com or Doug and Cheryl Hunt at tubahunt@comcast.net

As we continue to explore the realities of climate change, how might we understand and seek to faithfully address the challenges? A recent PCUSA webinar focused on these themes and offers resources and inspiration for those seeking to care for God's Creation.

February 2, 2023 – March 25, 2023

Presented by the Mills Station Arts & Cultural Center

10191 Mills Station Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Rev. Dr. Cheni Khonje to lead conversation on evangelism.

The webinar will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, Feb. 23. It is free for participants and is funded by per capita dollars.

As your congregation continues to explore meaningful ways to gather, learn, grow and serve, you might want to review some of these dynamic resources available through the

PCUSA store. See the catalog below for ideas on faith formation, education and Bible study, children’s ministry and engaging in your community.

Imagine the possibilities!

Right in the midst of Sacramento work is underway to address the needs of the unhoused and to advocate for more housing options. Local churches are invited to join this work, which is partially funded by a grant through PCUSA Self Development of People program. Read more about this important community effort.

The Sacramento Homeless Organizing Committee (SHOC) produces a newspaper called the Homeward Street Journal and fights for the rights of people living outdoors. It also works on other issues, such as hunger, tenants’ rights and voting rights.

 (Photo courtesy of SHOC)

Ridiculousness 2023 for JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS in the Sacramento area

6:30 - 11:00 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church @ 1300 N Street across from the Capitol Bldg.

Pizza, Snacks, Games & Crazy Adventure

Faith Presbyterian Church

Financial Assistant

Part-time, 10 hours per week

Please contact Jeff Chapman at JChapman@faithpresby.org

Program Associate for the Ministry Relations Program.

Please contact Maggie Harmon at maggie-harmon@presbyterianfoundation.org

North Central California Presbytery

5645 Marconi Ave.

Carmichael, CA, 95608

www.nccpresby.org