One Accord Family, in the words of The Reverend Jesse Jackson, “If my mind can conceive it and my heart can believe it, then I can achieve it.” As we reflect on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson, I am reminded of what we recently shared from Nehemiah with Pastor Tony Oliver. In the book of Nehemiah, Nehemiah was privy to the pain of his people. He was prayerful before he was passionate about action. He moved beyond pity into compassion and then into action. Reverend Jacks

Missionary Training tonight at 7:30PM Zoom - Click https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84233423694?pwd=4c8qRJU1nm4lvJSQxjBasBM7XaIwF0.1 to start or join a scheduled Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 842 3342 3694 Passcode: 371281

ONE ACCORD YOUTH DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM Ages 10–18 Meeting Twice Per Month (2 Gatherings Total) Format Each Month · 1 Virtual Meetings (Thursdays via Zoom, recorded) · 1 In-Person Gatherings (Friday or Saturday with food & fellowship) Guiders (Adult Conversation Facilitators) David Collins Catherine Ortiz Kyle Simmons Caleb Simmons Nii Organizers Elder Maureen Symirah Youth Pastor Maria PROGRAM STRUCTURE OVERALL THEME (First 3–4 Months) Starting from the Beginning:

This letter marks the beginning of our First Fruits journey at One Accord Christian Church. What follows is an invitation into intentional discipleship—rooted not just in giving, but in growth, accountability, faith, and follow-through. As we move forward together, each participant and couple is being called to walk with purpose and steward well. Read more for your assignment and next steps as we commit to believing God for fruit that will remain.

This “Get Involved” guide highlights trusted community organizations across the Hudson Valley working in voter advocacy, economic empowerment, education, health equity, legal justice, and restorative justice. Each listing includes the organization’s mission, 2026 focus, and direct contact information, making it easy to take meaningful action, connect locally, and support efforts advancing justice, equity, and opportunity.

KEEPING THE MOMENTUM Grace and Peace to the momentum fasting group and anyone else that desires to get on board. Our first fast of the year has been powerful and I’m looking for what the Lord is going to do in us for the rest of this year.! As promised we want to keep the moment I’m going so we want to keep the 10 day reading plan going Here is A 10-Day Focused Reading & Journaling Plan We will get back together at 4 AM soon to talk about what we’ve learned through this pla