New officers were installed at the November Presbytery Meeting held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Albany. Rev. Kate Kotfila stepped into the role of Moderator and Rev. Michael Burkley accepted the role of Vice Moderator. We give thanks for their service. Being new to this position, we took a moment to connect with Michael and learn a little more about him. Before we get started, can you … [Read more...]

Kate transferred her credentials from the Hudson Mohawk Association of the United Church of Christ to the PCUSA, Albany Presbytery 28 years ago when her “part-time temporary stated supply to assist the pastor for 12 weeks” call in 1984 became a full-time position in 1988. After serving the Brunswick Church as Associate Pastor for 25 years she left that position to care for her daughter’s health … [Read more...]