The Greenbush Reformed Church is excited to announce that we have a new Minister of the Word and Sacrament: Rev. Dr. Mashona Walston, who joined us on June 1, 2025.

The Rev. Dr. Mashona Walston is a pastor, chaplain, speaker, veterans advocate and neurotheologian. Rev. Walston says this about her ministry “The wellness work of God is right outside the front doors of the church. We do not have to go far physically to see need. However, we may be called to go further past our own prejudices to meet the need.”

Rev. Walston received a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude from Adelphi University, and a Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degree from New Brunswick Theological Seminary. She has also earned five units of clinical pastoral education, including a chaplain residency at Westchester Medical Center (a Level I trauma center).

Rev. Walston served in the United States Army Reserves, completing basic training in Fort Jackson, South Carolina, and advanced training at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. She was a member of the chaplain candidacy corps.

A proponent of neuroscience and prayer as a means of fostering resilience, Rev. Walston’s doctoral research combined psychology, brain science, and theology. One example of her approach is in teaching individuals how to use centering prayer as a source of healing and refuge. Dr. Walston feels called to collaborate with individuals, faith groups, and community partners for positive relationships on the local, national, and global scenes. Her vision is to faithfully partner and lead with neighbors to grow a strong and healthy community. She believes we are stronger together.

In her free time, Dr. Walston enjoys music, reading, and participating in local theater. She lives with her son, Chance and their dog, Wonder.

We meet for services every Sunday at 9:30am.

Sunday, September 7th, 2025

Sunday Morning Worship, 9/7/25, 9:30 am

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Greenbush Reformed Church
688 Columbia Turnpike
East Greenbush, NY 12061
(518) 477-6030
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