Join the Presbyterian Foundation on Thursday, June 26, for another informative online Day of Learning, designed for churches, mid councils, and ministries to learn more about how to use the power of storytelling to increase stewardship, planned giving, and generosity. You’ll hear from experts who have worked with hundreds of congregations just like yours. This event is FREE, and we will be happy to take your questions. Sign up even if you can’t attend in person; we’ll provide resources and recordings following the Day of Learning.

All sessions will be offered on Zoom.

Learn more and register.

Hoping to deepen faith formation with children, youth, and their families in your church? You’re invited to join a cohort with other churches in your area. You’ll receive coaching, resources, a grant, and more! New cohorts begin Fall 2025.

Interested in learning more? Join the Zoom info session on May 7 at 12 pm.
Learn more and register for the info session here.

Ready to apply?
Learn more and apply here.

First Arabic Presbyterian Church and the Sudanese Support Team ask for your prayers as the atrocities of war continue in Sudan. While the situation in Sudan does not often make the headlines in the U.S.A., we are following recent developments:

• The Sudanese Armed Forces report that acts of genocide, murder, rape, theft, forceable displacement and vandalism are being perpetrated by the Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group in Sudan.
• As fighting intensified in western Sudan, Doctors Without Borders had to suspend its relief operations in the Zamzam Refugee Camp, ending life-saving humanitarian aid to thousands of displaced people.
• The Sudanese are feeling the impact of the reductions in foreign aid by the U.S.A. In South Sudan, the International Rescue Committee closed a project providing access to quality health care and nutrition services to more than 115,000 people. In Sudan, 90 communal kitchens have been closed in Khartoum (the capital city), leaving more than half a million people without consistent access to food.

(Sources: recent articles in the New York Times, Concern Worldwide, and the Associated Press)

Our Sudanese brothers and Sisters in Christ at First Arabic Presbyterian Church suffer, too, over deep concern for their family members and friends back home. The support from the Presbytery – both through prayer and financial gifts – is truly appreciated.

At the last Presbytery meeting on February 22, representatives from First Arabic Church, along with folks from the Sudanese Support Team, were invited to share their history, stories, joys and concerns. If you missed this presentation, here is a link to the video recording.

The Presbyterian Peace Network for Korea (PPNK) invites you on a mission trip to South Korea from October 21 to October 30, 2025. The registration period is open now through April 30.

This trip is open to Presbyterians and others who are interested in Korea and are concerned about the prospects for peace there and around the world. The participants will build connections with peacemakers in the Presbyterian faith as well as with other churches and groups in South Korea. The journey is not primarily for Korean-Americans, but for people in our presbytery who want to promote peace.

PPNK is a mission network related to the PCUSA, whose primary mission is to educate and advocate for peace on the Korean peninsula. This trip intends to involve a broader group of Presbyterians in this mission.

Details and registration information can be found linked below. Questions should be directed to Ministry & Mission Executive, Amgad Beblawi.

More information:

• Trip description
• Registration Form
• 2025 Korea Peace Journey Brochure

Facebook is rolling out changes to its storage policy for Facebook Live videos. Effective February 19, Facebook Live videos will be retained for 30 days by default on your Facebook Page or profile. After 30 days, you will no longer be able to access your live broadcasts, and they will automatically be removed from your profile or Page and deleted from Facebook servers.  Read more for ways save your videos.

It can be very difficult to face the possibility that a beloved church might be nearing the end of its journey. It’s important to reflect on the signs that may indicate that a church is ready to close down, whether it’s a lack of resources, a dwindling congregation, or a shift in the needs of the people. It’s not an easy thing to consider, but acknowledging these signs with love and grace can help guide the conversation with care and understanding to know when to transition and how to honor its legacy.

Join Rev. Annika Lister Stroope, Stated Clerk, for a thoughtful and informative workshop on navigating the challenging decision of church closure. This workshop will be offered twice via Zoom: on Saturday, March 29 at 10 AM and again on Friday, April 4 at 10 AM.  Annika will guide you through a range of possibilities that include but are not limited to, selling property and full dissolution, as well as offering alternative paths for the future of a congregation. This is an opportunity to explore compassionate options and gain valuable insight during an important time in your church’s lifecycle.

No registration is needed. Simply join using the links below.
Saturday, March 29 at 10 AM
Friday, April 4 at 10 AM