News & Communications

February 20, 2026 Midweek Musings - Welcome to this week's edition of the Presbytery newsletter. May your Lenten journey open many blessings.

February 17, 2026 Presbytery Pause (CKohlmann) - "I invite you, therefore, in the name of Christ, to observe a holy Lent by self-examination and penitence, by prayer and fasting, by works of love, and by meditating on God's word." ( Book of Common Worship , p 250) Leaning into the invitation ...

February 7, 2026 Midweek Musings newsletter - Engage with edition to view plenaries for Bay Retreat, honor Black History Month, meet Pastors on the Move, and more!

February 1, 2026 Presbytery Pause (CKohlmann) - In the lectionary, this is the year for the gospel of Matthew, and today's passage was the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus is speaking to his disciples and the gathered crowd, and chooses to begin with these words of blessing. Let's take a step back from what is familiar, and take a closer look at the actual words being said. What kind of blessings are these?

March 5-7, 2026 is for kinship, collaboration and celebration! Let us connect with an opportunity to find out what's happening in the Presbytery, see that we are called together as one another's kin and to celebrate. With energy, fun, interactive elements and worship throughout to get to know one another more intentionally, we encourage you to join us!

January 24, 2026 Midweek Musings newsletter

January 19, 2026 Presbytery Pause (ALawrence)- "Our new trellis - our new structure - to support and nurture the vine..."

Lifting our light ...

January 4, 2026 Presbytery Pause - "What would catch our attention strongly enough, and long enough, for us to leave everything behind, take a risk, and step out in faith to follow."

December 21, 2025 Presbytery Pause - A message shared through PC(USA) News Service by the Rev. Jihyun Oh, Stated Clerk of the General Assembly & Executive Director of the Unified Agency.

December 8, 2025 NCP Health Ministry - With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, cold and flu season is in full swing. But--- you can have other medical events other than your normal head cold. Do you know which medical facility is the best option for you? See our PDF attached for a quick reference guide to choosing between calling an ambulance/going to the hospital, heading to urgent care, or calling your primary care doctor.  In Good Health, Stephanie S. Eskridge, N

December 4, 2025 Presbytery Pause (TKeenan) - This is my last Presbytery Pause, and I find much to cherish.

November 26, 2026 Midweek Musings - "Over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."

November 20, 2025 Presbytery Pause (CKohlmann) - One of the late fall gatherings I try to attend each year is the Mid Council Financial Network, a fantastic opportunity to meet with colleagues, hear updates about tax law and cybersecurity, and be introduced to essential partners for the work of ministry. This year, I was invited to offer the devotion on Friday morning, so this Pause is based on that. Given the focus of the gathering, and the season of gratitude and hope we’re

December 14, 2025 - You are invited to experience the joy of installation of The Rev. Molly Fisherkeller with Trinity Presbyterian Church. Participation includes in-person and livestream opportunities, with a request to RSVP to provide your intent to participate. The offering is designed to the New Castle Presbytery Candidates & Inquirers Fund. View the full invitation for details.

November 20, 2026 - This year's annual Bay Retreat will embrace our shared mission and ministry with "Living into the new Presbytery Structure" as the focus for our time together on kinship and relationships, collaboration and innovation, and celebration! View the Presbytery Retreats webpage to obtain the brochure, registration link and a special "sizing chart" for ordering your own Presbytery t-shirt with the new logo! T-shirts will be distributed at the Bay Retreat.

November 14, 2025 Midweek - Peter brought forth in 1 Peter 5:2-3 to "Care for your flock as a willing example." This week's edition lifts the opportunities to care, share and embrace our mutual ministries.

November 7, 2025 Presbytery Pause (TKeenan) - What give life, drains life, gets in the way, and plows through obstacles ... See if any of the top tens ring true for you. And feel free to make your own lists.