The Regional Synod of New York includes classes and congregations that are urban, suburban, and rural; large, medium, and small; black, white, Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial; progressive, moderate, and conservative—as well as those that don’t comfortably wear such labels. United in and through Jesus’s saving love, we rejoice in the diversity of our family of faith and we delight in the inclusive message of the Gospel. We honor Scripture as authoritative and divinely inspired, even as we recognize that we may have differences in faithful interpretation. Recognizing that our love is our response to God’s love and our grace a reflection of God’s grace, we welcome all.
As a Regional Synod, we are reminded of our labor and calling through the words of the Apostle Paul. Wherever we may be in life, our labor provides an opportunity to serve, to witness, and to share the love of God through the saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. As the Holy Spirit continues to guide us, we are called to serve with purpose, dedication, and faithfulness. Our labor is more than simply the work we do; it can
Dear RSNY Church Family and Friends, As the church becomes increasingly involved with technology, some pastors are raising a pressing question: In an era when screens are everywhere—in the pulpit, throughout the church, and sometimes even in classrooms—how do we ensure that technology remains a tool for learning rather than becoming a substitute for the relationships and experiences that help our members thrive? Something significant happens when church members put their phones away and begin talking with one another again. Recent