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UNY Funds for Disaster Relief:
Thanks to churches who have taken a special collection for the victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria and the Mexico City earthquakes.
You may send contributions to the Finance Department at the United Methodist Center, 7481 Henry Clay Blvd., Liverpool, NY, 13088. Please make checks payable to UNYAC and designate money to a fund or funds that have been established:
Hurricane Harvey - #481
Hurricane Irma - #482
Hurricane Maria- #483
Mexico City Earthquakes - #611
2017 Storms - #474
UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response - #692
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Finance Department, 855-424-7878, ext. 2004.
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Local Churches & their Leadership to pray for this week
Painted Post UMC & Pastor Glenn Kennedy
Penn Ave. & Fresh Start UMC's & Pastor Bill Vallet
Rathbone UMC & Pastor Mort Gridley Jr.
Riverside & South Corning UMC's & Pastor Patrick Holder
Short Tract & Swain UMC's & Pastor Marian Luce
Stannards & Whitesville UMC's & Pastor Ruth Reppert
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Please Keep these folks in your Prayers:
Elaine White (Retired Elder) diagnosed with breast cancer
Alan Jones (Kanona) for health concerns
Patrick Holder (S. Corning and Riverside) for health concerns
Gary Wickard (Greenwood & S. Canisteo) for health concern
Tom Bement
and his family. Tom is the husband of Retired Rev. Betty Bement
Rev. Jan Rowell
, retired Oneonta District Superintendent
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Charge Conference Schedule for Sat. Oct. 14th at Hornell UMC
Charge Confereces 9am:
Garwoods/S. Dansville
Arkport/Bishopville
Hornell
Troupsburg
Short Tract/Swain
Charge Confereces 10am:
Stannards/Whitesville
Allentown/Bolivar
Belmont/Scio
Alfred/Angelica
Charge Confereces 1pm:
Wheeler
Hammondsport
Italy Valley/Prattsburgh
Tyrone
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Annual Harvest Dinner
Presho UMC
WHEN: October 28th, 2017
WHERE: Presho UM
C
1727 Indian Hills Rd.,
Painted Post, NY 14870
(Presho- Exit 6 off Rt. 99
SERVING TIMES: 4 pm, 5 pm, & 6 pm- No Reservations
DONATIONS: $11.00- adults; $9.00-children ages 6-12, Free- Kids 5 & under
MENU: Turkey, Stuffing with all the fixins' served family style with beverage & dessert
PHONE: 607-523-7250
OTHER INFO: Benefit for the Work of the Church
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The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)
Do congregants want to do "something" to help flood survivors in Texas, Florida and other places? How about getting trained to actually go to places affected by natural disasters? Would you like to be "the Hands and Feet of Jesus"?
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) has a training program called Early Response Teams which prepares folks to work in disaster sites such as Texas and Florida, as well as in our own communities, knowing what to do and how to do the work safely, being self sufficient and self sustaining so as not to place any additional burdens on the devastated community.
A Basic Early Response Team class will be held in the Conference Center in Liverpool, NY on
Saturday Oct. 28 at 8 AM and concluding at 5 PM. The class members will receive an ERT manual, training, hands-on practice placing a tarp on a portable roof, discussions of what to say and what not to say to survivors, what tools and equipment to use, how to clean out a flooded house, what personal protective equipment is needed, as well as coffee, snacks and lunch, a Safe Sanctuaries background check, and an UMCOR photo ID badge all for just $25.00. People from other denominations are welcome to attend.
Requirements are only that one be 18 or over, of average physical fitness, able to carry a bucket of water up a set of stairs, available on short notice (many of us are retired), and willing to be a team player, taking directions from an experienced team leader. A typical ERT trip includes travel time and 3 days on-site of actual disaster response, then home again.
Registration for the Liverpool Oct. 28 class can be done online at
http://tinyurl.com/LiverpoolERT or call me at 716-763-7735 if you have questions.
Another identical training class has been scheduled for Nov. 18 at the Alexander UMC, Alexander, NY (near Darien) and registration is online at
http://tinyurl.com/AlexanderERT
Brian Greenwald
UMCOR and Upper NY Conference ERT Trainer
Lakewood, NY
[email protected]
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Download October Issue II of the Bridge
The October Issue II copy of the Bridge is now available for download. It is available in both color and black & white formats.
Click here to select the version you prefer and make copies as necessary. This issue features Upper New York Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb's Taskforce to Eliminate Racism. This issue also includes reminders about the need for prayers for the victims, family members, and first responders to the devastating Las Vegas shooting as well as ways to respond to those affected by Hurricane Maria.
As a bi-monthly publication, the Bridge can be used this Sunday or next, whichever is most useful to the local church. The Bridge is a communications tool designed for local churches to stay connected to each other and to the ministries taking place around the Upper New York Conference and The United Methodist Church. The newest volume will be listed at the top of the webpage, with older volumes below. The Bridge is designed to be handed out in worship, as a church bulletin insert, or as a standalone item. If you have questions or are unable to make copies, please contact [email protected]
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THIS WEEKS HAPPENINGS IN
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AROUND THE DISTRICT
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Lifetree Conversation Café
at Watkins Glen
WHEN: Every Thursday Evening
WHERE:
Fresh Start Watkins Glen
206 Fourth St., Watkins Glen, NY
Lifetree Café
is a comfortable place and time for people to gather every week to explore life and faith. It's the kind of place where you'd meet a friend for food and drink and fun. Where the atmosphere encourages conversations, questions, and personal stories. The hour-long Lifetree Cafe experiences feature real stories of real people, guided conversation, biblical insights, time to build relationships with old and new friends, laughter, and opportunities to serve.
You are invited to come and bring a friend!
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Harvest Dinner
Belmont UMC
WHEN: October 11th, 2017
WHERE: Belmont UMC, 7 Park Circle,
Belmont, NY 14813
TIME: 4:30 - 6:30 PM
COST: $11
MENU: Stuffed Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Squash, Cranberry Sauce, Roll, Choice of Pie and Beverage.
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Turkey Dinner Family Style
Addison UMC
WHEN: October 14th, 2017
WHERE: Addison UM
C
8 Front Street
Addison, NY 14801
TIME: Starting at 4:30 pm
COST: $10.00- adults; $5.50-children under 12, Preschoolers- Free
MENU: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Squash, Coleslaw,Vegetable, Roll, Beverages and Desserts
OTHER INFO: Please call ahead to reserve take-outs at 359-3853 or Friday a.m. and Saturday at 359-2316 (Church). Please pick up take-outs at 4 p.m. Bring your family and friends and join us for a lovely dinner and fellowship. Our annual Turkey Harvest Dinner is Nov. 11. Mark your calendar!
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Annual Bake Sale & Craft Bazaar
Wheeler UMC
WHEN: October 14th, 2017
WHERE: JB's Restaurant, Gloads Corners Rd.
Pulteney, NY
TIME: 9:00 am - 3:00 PM
OTHER INFO:
The chefs and craftspeople at Wheeler have created things to bless your taste buds and tick items off your Christmas list.
CONTACT:
Margy Weaver at 607-522-4684 for directions and details.
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"
Painting For A Purpose"
WHEN: Saturday, October 14th
WHERE: Caton UMC
11186 Hendy Hollow Rd., Corning, NY 14830
TIME: 8:30am - 12:00pm
8:30am Continental Breakfast
9:00am Painting a Fall Picture
INSTRUCTOR: Jonie Kehoe- Art Teacher at CPPHS
COST: $45.00 includes all necessary supplies, and a continental breakfast at 8:30 am. All proceeds will be donated to Potters Hands- a non-profit organization, assisting in rescuing young girls from human sex trafficking.
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Harvest Dinner
Odessa-Catharine UMC
WHEN: October 14th, 2017
WHERE: Odessa-Catharine United Methodist Church, 305 Church St.,
Odessa, NY
TIME: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
COST: $8.50 for adults; $4.50 for children under 10.
MENU: Turkey and all the fixings.
Carry-outs are available starting at 4:30 PM.
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Hammondsport UMW/Church Bazaar
WHEN: October 21st, 2017
WHERE: Hammondsport First United Methodist Church
35 Lake Street, Hammondsport, NY 14840
TIME: 8am-2:30pm
OTHER INFO:
Baked Goods, Crafts, Granny's Attic, Lunch, Ice Cream, RADA, Silent Auction
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Tyrone UMC
Craft Fair
WHEN: October 21st, 2017
WHERE: Tyrone Fire Hall, 3600 St. Rte. 226 Tyrone, NY
TIME: 10:00-2:30
OTHER INFO:
Proceeds to benefit the Tyrone United Methodist Women's Mission Fund.
Crafters/Vendors include: Baskets, Beaded Jewelry, Beautiful Bears, Blankets, Candles, Cards, Corn Bags, Doll Cloths, Jams and Jellies, Mittens a& Gloves, Olde Country Rd. Shoppe Items, Quilts, Holiday Crafts, Paper Crafts, Tupperware, Wreaths and more.
Baked Goods, Apple Pie in a Jar and Lunch items will be available.
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Harvest (Roast Beef) Dinner
WHEN: October 21st, 2017
WHERE: Caton UM
C
11186 Hendy Hollow Rd.
Corning, NY 14830
TIME: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
COST: $10.00 for adults; $4.50 for children under 10.
MENU: Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Squash, Jello Salad, Homemade Pies
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Winter Outerwear Giveaway
(Free Outerwear)
Odessa-Catharine UMC
WHEN: October 28th, 2017
WHERE: Odessa-Catharine United Methodist Church, 305 Church Street, Odessa, NY
We Will be accepting donations of new and gently used coats, hats, boots, gloves/mittens, and scarves at the church on these date:
WHEN: October 14th, & 21st, 2017
9am-noon
WHERE: Odessa-Catharine United Methodist Church, 305 Church Street, Odessa, NY
Other Drop off locations: Anytime during their regular business hours:
Montour Falls Moose, Schuyler County Sheriff's Office, Visions Federal Credit Union, Dutton Peterson Library, Quinlan's Pharmacy, Tompkins Trust Co - Odessa
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Genesee Valley District Lay Servant Ministries Committee presents
The Fall Training Retreat
featuring the opportunity to take
The Basic Lay Servant Course; Advanced Course "UMC Heritage"; Advanced Course ""Discovering Spiritual Gifts"; or Advanced Course "Evangelism"
November 3,4 and 5, 2017
(ten hours are required for course credit. That will include attendance and participation in Sunday worship)
at Camp Asbury
16 Lakeside Avenue
Silver Lake, NY 14549
585-237-5262
Click here for the full flyer and registration
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FINGER LAKES DISTRICT
LAY SERVANT MINISTRY
THESE COURSES
ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE**
2017 Lay Servant courses -
Save the Dates
Fall Retreat at Casowasco,
November 10-12. Program TBD
For more information and to receive a brochure, contact Jennie Young-Walczyk at
[email protected]
**Lay Servants can use them to gain credits they need, but everyone can learn from these courses.
Finger Lakes Lay Servant Team
Jennie Young-Walczyk, Team Leader
603-667-8273
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Where to find Charge Conference Forms
Charge Conference Forms are all located on the following page:
2017-18 Charge Conference Forms
. There is a downloadable/printable forms check list to help ensure that each church is on track to completing the forms necessary for their Church/Charge Conference on time. Many of the forms need to be submitted to the District Office two weeks prior to your scheduled Charge Conference. Other forms, such as the annual audit, have later deadlines. Questions can be directed to your District Office or as noted on the forms page.
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Order the New 2017-2018 UMC Handbook!
Click here to order the new 2017-2020 UMC Handbook!
A new 2017-2020 UMC Handbook is available, providing a detailed overview of United Methodist beliefs, mission, structure and history. This free, go-to resource is helpful for church leaders and new members. Consider adding copies to your church library and gathering spaces, providing them in new member packets and giving them to confirmands.
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Rev. Nancy Adams
District Superintendent
Patti Gridley
Administrative Assistant
65 East First St., Corning, NY 14830
(607) 962-8047
Mountain View District Webpage click here
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Upper New York Annual Conference Contact Information
The United Methodist Center of Upper New York
7481 Henry Clay Blvd.
Liverpool, NY 13088
(315) 898-2000
Toll-Free (855) 424-7878
Fax (315) 898-2150
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