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#MissionMonday – “Courtroom to Classroom to Boardroom”

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One Person’s Journey through the Criminal Justice System

Monday, February 2, 2026
6:30–8:30 pm
Assembly Room, Nassau Presbyterian Church
61 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ

Join us for an evening with Jeffrey Abramowitz, J.D., CEO of the Petey Greene Program, as he shares his personal journey through the criminal justice system—from his early career as an attorney to his leadership of national nonprofit organizations.

Jeff will also introduce the work of the Petey Greene Program, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting education and career support for justice-impacted learners, and highlight meaningful ways to get involved, including volunteer opportunities.

A light supper will be provided at no cost for those who register in advance. Walk-ins are welcome.

👉 Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4qEiHcq

Sponsored by the Mass Incarceration Task Force of Greater Mercer County and Nassau Presbyterian Church’s Adult Education Committee.

About the Speaker

Jeffrey Abramowitz is the Chief Executive Officer of the Petey Greene Program and the Puttkammer Center for Educational Justice. He previously served as Executive Director of Justice Partnerships and Executive Director of Reentry Services for JEVS Human Services and founded the Looking Forward Philadelphia Reentry Program. Jeff serves on several nonprofit education and workforce boards and was appointed to the Pennsylvania Reentry Council, where he chairs the Employment Committee.

MLK Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 19, 2026

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Join us for a full day of learning, service, and community as we honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and live out our Christian commitment to human flourishing in all places. All are welcome—come for one part of the day or stay for as much as you’re able.

ROBESON HOUSE TEACH-IN

“Where Do We Go From Here?”

Monday, January 19, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Sanctuary of Nassau Presbyterian Church
Begin MLK Jr. Day with a morning of learning and reflection as we explore the powerful, intersecting stories of the Robeson family and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and how their witness calls us to faithful action today.
Registration Required: https://tinyurl.com/PRHPTeachIn26 

HANDS-ON PROJECTS

Monday, January 19, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Assembly Room
Join us for hands-on service projects for all ages! We’ll make pet blankets for orphaned animals, pack sack lunches for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK), assemble Creativity Kits for HomeFront, pack personal care products for Arm In Arm clients, and create calendars for ABC Literacy. Bring donations to the Assembly Room through January 19.
Donation list: https://nassauchurch.org/an-advent-moment-of-mission/
Contact Ingrid Ladendorf (email, x105)

COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP

Monday, January 19, 1:00-3:00 pm, Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, 57 Mountain Ave, Princeton
Spend the afternoon caring for our local environment alongside Friends of Princeton Open Space. Volunteers will help remove invasive species in riparian restoration areas and install deer-exclusion caging to protect young tree saplings.
Registration Required
https://bit.ly/NPC26FoPOS, choose the 1:00-3:00 pm session.
Contact Mark Edwards (email, x109)

COMMUNITY WORSHIP SERVICE

Monday, January 19, 7:00 pm
Princeton United Methodist Church, at the corner of Nassau Street & Vandeventer Avenue, Princeton
Join us for a Multi-Faith celebration of the life, faith, and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., sponsored by the Princeton Clergy Association and the Coalition for Peace Action.

You are also invited to join the pick-up community choir: the rehearsal is Monday, January 12, 7:00-9:00 pm at the PUMC, and warm up is 6:00 pm on January 19.
Choir Sign Up https://bit.ly/44X3Cdq

 

#MissionMonday – Churches for Middle East Peace

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The Gift of Peace

As we enter a new year, we renew our commitment to serve with compassion, courage, and joy.

We give thanks for the mission partnerships that anchor our ministry and for the generosity that flows so freely from this community. Your faithfulness truly makes a difference. Partners like @churchesformep are working for hope and peace around the world – true lights in this sacred season.

Tomorrow is Epiphany, the final day for Alternative Gifts—a wonderful way to support mission partners as we begin 2026 with gratitude and purpose.

May this first full week of the year inspire hope and renewed dedication to loving our neighbors.


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#MissionMonday – Cetana Educational Foundation

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The Gift of Language

As the year draws to a close, we give thanks for the many ways God has been at work through our congregation’s mission and outreach.

Your support—through gifts, volunteering, and faithful presence—has touched lives both near and far. We are grateful for each act of compassion offered in Christ’s name. With partners like Cetana Educational Foundation, the members of Nassau Church are able to share and connect across the globe.

Alternative Gifts remain available through Epiphany if you’d like to make a year-end gift in honor of someone special.
Blessings as we turn toward a new year filled with possibilities.


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#MissionMonday – Trenton Microloan Collaborative

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The Gift of Support

As Christmas approaches, we remember that God comes to us in love—and calls us to love our neighbors.

Thank you for the ways you support our mission partners throughout the year and especially in this season of celebration and need. Your generosity strengthens ministries that offer food, shelter, friendship, and hope. Partners like Trenton Microloan Collaborative promote thriving communities right here in our neck of the woods.

There’s still time to participate in Alternative Gifts, which continues through January 6. It’s a simple, meaningful way to share Christ’s love with others.

Wishing you peace and joy as we approach Christmas.


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#MissionMonday – Woman, Cradle of Abundance

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We celebrate the work of Woman, Cradle of Abundance

During Advent, we will be spotlighting some of our amazing partners that you can support through Nassau’s Alternative Gifts Market!

Woman, Cradle of Abundance empowers women and girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo through microloans, education, health and safety programs, and more. Their work is essential right now as conflict impacts Congo and its people. At the Alternative Gifts Market, you can honor a loved one with a gift to Woman, Cradle of Abundance and make a difference this holiday season.


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#MissionMonday – Alternative Gifts

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Give a Special Gift this Year

Looking for a meaningful alternative to Cyber Monday stress? Check out the Nassau Alternative Gifts Market every Sunday of Advent in the Assembly Room. You can make a difference and delight a loved one by making a gift in their honor to one of our amazing community partners! Check off your gift list and spread the spirit of the season by supporting those who are working as the hands and feet of Christ in our world.


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#MissionMonday – Capital Harmony Works

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“Make a Joyful Noise, All the Earth!”

At Capital Harmony Works, children of all ages come together to make music, build meaningful connections, share the cultural richness of their community, and express themselves in new ways. Nassau is proud to partner with Capital Harmony Works as they welcome children and empower them as creatives and artists. On Monday, November 24, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. you can hear the Trenton Children’s Chorus perform at the Community Thanksgiving Service in the Princeton University chapel.

Learn more: https://www.capitalharmony.works/events

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#MissionMonday – Trenton Area Soup Kitchen

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Volunteers serve meals at the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, with guests dining in the background. The image includes the TASK and Nassau Presbyterian Church logos and the hashtag #MissionMonday.

Turning Hunger Into Hope

Mission & Outreach is continuing to highlight our mission partners working for food security and housing stability this month. The Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK) has been turning hunger into hope for over 40 years. Today, they serve over 12,000 meals/week, along with case management, adult education, job search support, and creative arts classes. We at Nassau are grateful for the work of TASK in our community!

You can support their work by volunteering or donating at their website: https://trentonsoupkitchen.org/

#MissionMonday – Villages in Partnership

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Helping Empower Rural Development

On Sunday, October 12, we welcomed Liz Heinzel-Nelson, founder and executive director of Villages in Partnership (VIP) to Adult Education. VIP builds relationships between villages in the developed world and villages in Malawi to bring about life-changing development for all. We are proud to partner with VIP and always learn a lot from Liz. If you missed the class or you want to listen again, find the audio recording HERE.

Learn more: https://villagesinpartnership.org/