In September, Presbytery of the James welcomes from Palestine PC(USA) International Peacemaker Zoughbi Zoughbi. Founder and Director of Wi’am: The Palestinian Conflict Transformation Centre in Bethlehem, Zoughbi Zoughbi is a world-renowned speaker, trainer, counselor, activist, and writer. He has written and edited extensive articles…
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Join Presbytery of the James and Presbytery of the Peaks on a joint mission and learning trip to Guatemala in April 2023. Engage with our mission partner, CEDEPCA (Protestant Center for Pastoral Studies in Central America), to experience their dynamic approach to mission and transformation.…
In October, Presbytery of the James welcomes from El Salvador PC(USA) International Peacemaker Carmen Elena Diaz Anzora and interpreter Joseph Russ. Carmen is an executive committee member of the Calvinist Reformed Church of El Salvador (IRCES), a PC(USA) partner for more than two decades. Joseph…
Each year, the presbytery’s World Mission Ministry contributes financially to support young people in the presbytery who join the Presbyterian Mission Agency’s Young Adult Volunteer (YAV) program. In this ecumenical, faith-based year of service, individuals ages 19 to 30 help agencies around the world address…
POJ’s World Mission Ministry hosts a virtual visit by Frances Namoumou, a Presbyterian Peacemaker from Fiji, on October 24 and 25 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Speaking on the topic “Peacemaking in Fiji: Climate Justice and Disaster Management,” Ms. Namoumou will share her insights and experiences…
Earthquakes. Hurricanes. Corruption and political unrest. These are realities in Haiti. But so is resilience. Love. Faith. Learn about Haiti from Cindy Corell, who has served as a PC(USA) mission co-worker for the Caribbean country since 2010. While the COVID-19 pandemic forced her to return…