Seeks to strengthen congregational ministry through program and capital grants and loans. Salary supplement program supports pastoral leadership in Yaphank and Manorville and also supports matching grants for retired servants of the church. Works with mission studies and Pastoral Nominating Committees. Assistance is offered to congregations in conflict. Enlists, supports, cares for and examines candidates for the ministry.
Several congregations have sister churches in other lands.
Partnerships bring an exchange of witness and service. Those from other lands come offering us support, prayers, guidance and service. Over 130 elders, ministers and visitors gather to celebrate and guide our work together. Offices are maintained at the Presbytery Center. Financial support for Presbytery life and mission, for the Synod of the Northeast and General Assembly come from the giving of congregations and members through mission offerings, per capita allocation, special offerings, salary supplement support and through investments of continuing funds.