Category: Committed to Service

June 18, 2026

44%: What the ALICE Report Means for Our Neighbors — and Our Mission

This past week, United Way of New York State and Broome County released its 2026 “State of ALICE” Report. The report details data on individuals and families that are classified as “Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed” (ALICE). This is the fancy way of saying that these individuals have a job, participate in the local economy,…

Away in a Manger

Last Sunday, Mary and Joseph lost their tent. The figures of our nativity were neatly placed against the church, and the space where the tent had laid was empty. There the Holy Family was displaced once again, going from place to place, asking if there was room.

Building a Faith Coalition in Binghamton

As we come to the close of 2025 and reflect back on the year, our congregation’s involvement in Binghamton’s housing challenges remains a priority. However, solving these challenges are not something we can tackle alone — it takes a coalition of people of goodwill to address these challenges and minister to those caught in their…