Training & Education

October 16, 2026 Presbytery Newsletter - God builds a home within and among us.

September 18, 2026 Midweek newsletter - God's light is stronger (John 1:5), and our very purpose is central to the mission and values within the Presbytery.

September 4, 2026 Presbytery Newsletter - Care for orphans and widows in their distress and keep oneself unstained by the world." ~ James 1:27

August 20, 2026 Third Thursday Training - Artificial Intelligence (AI) features effectiveness to automate, draft, organize, write, translate and educate. The August 20 Third Thursday Training titled "The Altgorithm and The Almighty" was led by The Rev. Casey Carbone (Associate Presbyter for Congregational Ministries) with a discussion that included: What is Generative AI? Theological Framework & Cost Examples of AI Usage in Church If you missed the training or attended and

August 23, 2026 Presbytery Newsletter - Living together in unity, we challenge ourselves to do better.

August 7, 2026 Presbytery Midweek newsletter - "So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members of one another." ~Romans 12:5

July 24, 2026 Presbytery Midweek newsletter - "...the Lord will be with you wherever you go."

July 10, 2026 Presbytery Midweek Newsletter

June 25, 2026 Midweek Musings - We embrace the opportunity to connect and flourish with one another, "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." ~Proverbs 27:17

June 12, 2026 Midweek Musings - Empowering witness with connective resources.

May 29, 2026 Midweek Musings - This week's newsletter has opportunities for grants, guides for process and items to share from around the Presbytery. May you find a gem that lightens your perspective.

May 21, 2026 - Understanding impending changes to the Board of Pension's plans and programs impacting medical coverage, assistance programs, pensions and other opportunities will be the focus when Rev. Dr. Carrie Mitchell, BOP Church Consultant, joins us for this month's Third Thursday training. Everyone who participates in the Board's programs, as well as church treasurers, clerks of session and personnel or staff support committees are invited to join the training, with an

May 15, 2026 Midweek newsletter - Highlighting the gatherings and ministry within and around us that embolden our mission.

April 17, 2026 Midweek Musings - Our ministry journeys embrace the opportunity to walk and open our minds to new hope.

April 16, 2026 Third Thursday Training - This valuable training was led by Ellie Johns-Kelly of the Presbyterian Foundation. From a property health assessment to gather an overall history and current condition of the property, to reviewing specific critical property items, the presentation walks you through the importance of establishing and maintaining tangible reporting for current and future maintenance. View the recorded presentation , and access the property checklists

April 2, 2026 Midweek newsletter - May this week's reflections and renewal open our hearts to the greatness of love.

March 21, 2026 Midweek Newsletter - News of the Special Meeting of Presbytery, an invitation to Pastor Installation, Immigrant Justice and more.

March 12, 2026 - Thank you all for your participation in this year's annual Bay Retreat! Whether you attended only the boundaries training Thursday evening, a portion of the retreat, or the full program, we're glad to have shared the experience with all of you! View the Bay Retreat Recap with a concentrated list of resources below for ease of access. Bay Retreat Recap , including the "Hand Jive" video on page 4 Resources , including Worship Slides and Boundaries materials I

March 15, 2026 Presbytery Pause (CKohlmann) - No, the magnolias are not blooming yet, but they will be soon! And by the time some of our upcoming events have taken place, spring will have definitely sprung! We have a lot coming up in the life of the Presbytery, and I want to invite you to join us in the kinship, collaboration, and celebration that will weave through all of it.

February 26, 2026 Thursday Training - Earth Care Certification through PC(USA) calls for care of God's creation and has done so for decades. Access the February 26, 2026 Thursday training to view the recorded session and review the presentation material. Feel free to share with your congregation! With special thanks to Roger Reinicker and Sally Buttner of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Wilmington, DE for their presentation and leadership.