by Lisa Bennett | Feb 11, 2025 | leader message, newsletter item
As a new Rochesterian, February is shaping up to be a cruel month. Just when I thought winter might be easing up, every other day there’s snow. Lake-effect snow, synoptic snow (didn’t even know that was a thing), heavy wet snow, light fluffy snow. You can imagine,...
by Lisa Bennett | Feb 6, 2025 | newsletter item, Uncategorized
Links to helpful guidance on how to deal with ICE and deportation threats. New York Immigration Coalition Includes recommended talking points for various situations, posters, palm cards, and other materials in English and Spanish, ready for printing Rochester...
by Lisa Bennett | Feb 4, 2025 | newsletter item
The presbytery gathered Tuesday, January 30, via Zoom to engage God’s work and mission through the Presbytery of Genesee Valley’s 52 congregations and three new worshipping communities. The following are some key actions and events: Remembered ruling and...
by Lisa Bennett | Feb 4, 2025 | leader message, newsletter item
Sunday, June 1 Practice Presbyterian connectionalism and build up relationships around the Presbytery of Genesee Valley. Join in the first annual, Presbytery-wide Pulpit Exchange. Imagine the 52 pastoral leaders preparing their Sunday sermon and worship...
by Lisa Bennett | Jan 28, 2025 | newsletter item
CAMP WHITMAN SUNDAY IS ALMOST HERE!! The PCUSA sets aside certain Sundays for special emphasis and February 9 is Camp Sunday! At Camp Whitman we appreciate your prayers for our ministry as we provide a safe space where people gather to experience mercy and grace. For...
by Lisa Bennett | Jan 23, 2025 | newsletter item, prayer profile
Prayers of Concern The Hensel and Kutter families as they grieve the loss of loved ones Mary who might have Parkinson’s Pastor of the Cornerstone Church in East Pembroke who is dealing with various health challenges Tammy, Millie, Karen, Shannon, Lyle, Shelly...