Volume 1 Edition 24 |Oct. 16-23, 2018
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Mountain View District Weekly Happenings
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Keep these Local Churches & their Leadership in your Prayers
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Catlin UMC & Their Leadership
Caton UMC & Pastor Chad Sayers
Chemung & Wilawana UMC's & Pastor Chuck Carver
Cohocton & North Cohocton UMC's &
Pastor Cathy Fox
Corning First UMC & Pastor Connie Seifert
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October is Pastor Appreciation Month
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Dear Church Leaders:
Did you know October is Pastor Appreciation Month? Please find ways to recognize, thank God for, and celebrate the ministry of your Pastor this month!
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Is Your Church Info Up-to-Date?
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Churches also need to update their own information at this site:
http://www.umc.org/find-a-church/search
Once you find your actual church listing, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click the red button to update information.
We want people to get the most accurate information possible and not be discouraged from attending any of our churches because to inaccurate information. Thank you for your help with this important task!
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Church Charge Conference Schedule
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When: Sat., Oct. 20, 2018
Where: Avoca UMC-
Time: 9am-12pm
9am Session:
Bath Centenary
Kanona
Prattsburgh/Wheeler
Rathbone
10am Worship
11am Session:
Campbell/Risingville
Cohocton/N. Cohocton
Canisteo
When: Sat., Nov. 3, 2018
Where: Hornell UMC-
Time: 9am-12pm
9am Session:
Alfred/Angelica/Belmont/Scio
Arkport/Bishopville
Garwoods/S. Dansville
Hornell
Italy Valley
Troupsburg
10am Worship
11am Session:
Allentown/Bolivar
Greenwood/S.Canisteo
Short Tract/Swain
Wellsville
Whitesville
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When: Sat., Dec. 1, 2018
Where: New Beginnings UMC-
Time: 9am-4pm
9am Session:
Breesport/N.Chemung
Catlin
Horseheads
Webb Mills/Westside
10am Worship
11am Session:
Corning Grace
Erin/Sullivanville
Oakwood/Pine Valley
Penna. Ave
Time: 1pm-4pm
1pm Session:
Beaver Dams/Burdett
Corning 1st
Odessa-Catharine/Montour Falls
Riverside/S.Corning
2pm Worship
3pm Session:
Big Flats
Caton
Chemung/Wilawanna
New Beginnings
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CONFERENCES
If for some reason the date listed above will not work for you and your church then it is up to you to make arrangements to switch with another church. Once you have made the arrangements please notify the District Office of the changes that have been made. Phone: 607-962-8047 or Email:
If you do NOT see your church listed above....other arrangements are being or have been made. Your Pastor will know the new date soon.
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Where Do I Find the Charge Conference Paper Work??
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Please note that here have been some changes to some of the forms for this year and there are 2 added forms as well. Both the Pastor and the Church Profiles have new questions!
When doing either of the Profiles
please
know that you need to
save
often when filling these out. There is a "time out" on this. So again, please make sure you
hit save often
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PLEASE....Do not Fax your Charge Conference Paper Work
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Please do not fax your Charge Conference paper work to the District Office. Our fax is not working at this time. Please either email them to the District Office at:
mountainviewdistrict @unyumc.org
or you may snail mail them to:
Mountain View District Office
PO Box 706
Bath, NY 14810
Thank you and I'm sorry for any inconveniences that this may cause.
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This is sent on behalf of Mike Block, Director of Missional Engagement, about the response to Hurricane Michael.
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Dear Friends,
It's going to be a long road of recovery and rebuilding following Hurricane Michael, the most powerful hurricane in nearly 50 years to hit the continental U.S. The Florida Panhandle was hit hardest. The flooding caused by heavy rain, the storm surge, and the fierce wind ripped some homes, churches, and businesses off their foundations, left many without a home, and in some cases, resulted in death. Thousands are still without power and it will remain like that for some time.
As the Director of Missional Engagement for the Upper New York Conference (UNY), I ask you to do the following:
- Invite your congregation to participate in a special gathering for victims of Hurricane Michael. All donations can be forwarded to the Conference Office in a single check made out to Upper New York Conference with "Disaster Relief" written on the memo line. Monetary donations can be used to purchase supplies in bulk used to assemble United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) kits.
- Assemble UMCOR Cleaning Kits (Flood Buckets) either as a congregation or work with neighboring churches to assemble kits together and either bring them to the United Methodist Center in Liverpool or drop off supplies at one of the locations closest to you listed here. Click here for assembly instructions.
- If our location in Liverpool is too far, consider organizing a "HUB on the Road," where neighboring churches work together to purchase items together and assemble buckets as a group. It costs about $75 to assembly one cleaning bucket if items are bought at cost at your local grocery or convenience store. If your church or group is interested in saving money and producing two kits for the price of one, send your donation to UNY Mission Central HUB and I'll order the supplies for you at a bulk rate and have it shipped directly to your church. I'll be sure the items meet UMCOR requirements.
Please keep those affected by Hurricane Michael in your prayers. If you want to be added to a listserv to learn more about volunteer opportunities, including possible mission trips to Florida, Georgia, or the Carolinas, please email me at
mikeblock@unyumc.org
For questions or more information, feel free to contact me at (315) 898-2066.
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WHEN:
Saturday, October 20, 2018
WHERE:
Tyrone Fire Hall
3600 St Rt 226
Tyrone, NY
TIME:
10-24 PM
Proceeds to benefit the UMW Mission Fund
Many craft tables plus bake sale and lunch.
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Chili Cook-Off and the Great Chocolate Bake-Off
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WHEN:
Saturday, October 20, 2018
WHERE:
Oakwood United Methodist Church
212 Oakwood Avenue
Elmira Heights, NY 14903
TIME:
12-4 PM
COST:
Food tickets: 5 for $5 or 11 for $10
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Upper New York Conference – Safe Sanctuaries® Team
SAFE SANCTUARIES®
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Fayetteville United Methodist Church
(Crossroads District)
Upper NY’s Safe Sanctuaries®
Training
WHO
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Individuals who have responsibility for the safety of children, youth, and vulnerable adults in the churches’ ministries such as pastors, those involved in Christian education, and youth group leaders.
This course is a prerequisite for Upper NY’s Safe Sanctuaries Training of Trainers.
WHEN
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Saturday, October 20, 2018 9:00 a.m. – noon
Please arrive between 8:40 and 8:55 so we can begin on time.
WHERE
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Fayetteville United Methodist Church, 601 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Class size is limited to 40 participants with priority given to those also registering for the afternoon Training of Trainers.
PRE-REGISTER by October 13.
Email Kathy Fortner from the Fayetteville UMC at
pchefkathyfortner@gmail.com
Information needed is name, church and email address. Information about how to acquire handouts to bring with you will be emailed prior to training for participants to print, look over, and bring.
There is no charge as Ministry Shares benevolences from local churches cover the expenses.
Upper NY’s Safe Sanctuaries®
Training of Trainers
WHO:
Individuals interested in facilitating Upper NY’s Safe Sanctuaries Training as part of their District training team and/or for their local church.
WHEN
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Saturday, October 20, 2018 1:00-4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Fayetteville United Methodist Church, 601 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Lunch will be provided for those participating in both morning and afternoon sessions.
Registration is limited to 15 participants with those desiring to be a members of their District’s training team having priority.
PRE-REQUESITE:
Upper NY’s Safe Sanctuaries 3-hour Training is a prerequisite for Training of Trainers. This can be completed in the morning
or
sometime since June 2016. This must be the standard learning station format facilitated by a certified UNY Safe Sanctuaries trainer. This is non-negotiable.
Members of the District training team should be affirmed by their District Superintendent.
Advanced Lay Servant course credit and Continuing Education credits for clergy is available.
There is no charge as Ministry Shares benevolences from local churches cover the expenses.
PRE-REGISTER FOR ONE OR BOTH COURSES
by
October 13
. Email Kathy Fortner from the Fayetteville UMC at
pchefkathyfortner@gmail.com
Information needed is name, church and email address.
QUESTIONS:
Questions should be directed to Carol Barnes at
carolb@htva.net
or 607-687-4793
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WHEN: Sat. Oct. 20th, 2018
TIME:
8 am-2:30 pm
WHERE:
Hammondsport UMC
35 Lake St.
Hammondsport, NY
Homemade Crafts
Christmas Items
Granny's Attic
Check out the Homemade Goodies!!!
LUNCHEON~ 11am – 1pm
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Harvest (Roast Beef) Dinner
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WHEN: Sat. Oct. 20th, 2018
WHERE:
Caton UMC
11186 Hendy Hollow Rd.
Corning, NY 14830
TIME:
4pm - til gone
COST:
$10.00
Menu: Roast Beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable, roll and butter, and dessert) Take Outs available
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Laity Sunday Information- October 21st, 2018
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Laity Sunday is a special Sunday established by the General Conference to be observed on the third Sunday of October (this year, October 21, 2018). Laity Sunday focuses on the celebration of the ministry of all lay Christians. Below are links to resources which can help you in planning your Laity Sunday service:
Here is a link to a video which explains the HOPE process.It's really very good.
Click here
-(scroll down the page to The Discipleship System)
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Community Harvest Dinner
At
Corning Grace UMC
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WHEN:
Saturday, November 3, 2018
WHERE:
Corning Grace UMC
191 Bridge St.
Corning, NY 14830
TIME:
3-5 pm
CONTACT #:
607-936-6145- for more information and for reservations by Oct. 27.
COST:
Donations appreciated
MENU:
Roast Pork Loin, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, Applesauce, Butternut Squash, Dinner Roll, Beverage and Dessert.
TAKE OUTS available
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First United Methodist Church in Horseheads
WHEN:
Saturday, November 17, 2018
WHERE:
Horseheads UMC
1034 West Broad St.
Horseheads, NY 14845
TIME:
4:30 til Gone
COST:
Adults- $9.00 5-12 yr. olds-$5.00
Under 5- FREE
TAKE OUT- $9.50
MENU:
Scrumptious Oven Roasted Turkey, Savory Homemade Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Delicious Butternut Squash, Green Beans, Crisp Homemade Cabbage Salad, Tangy Cranberry Jelly, AND Delicious Homemade Breads & Pies
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Mountain View District
Youth Event
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WHEN: Sat. Nov. 17th, 2018
WHERE:
Bath Centenary UMC
3 West. Washington St.
Bath, NY 14810
TIME:
9:30 am-4:00 pm
REGISTRATION:
Will open mid October
We will gather for worship together,
play together, share a meal together,
get to know each other,
play games together,
have fun together!
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Outerwear Giveaway-winter is coming!
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Sat. Nov. 3, 8:00 AM - 12 PM, at the Odessa-Catharine United Methodist Church, 305 Church St., Odessa. Donations will be accepted at the church Tues. 10/30 - Thurs. 11/1 from 4:00-6:00 PM. Items may also be dropped off at the Schuyler Co. Sheriff's Office, Quinlan's Pharmacy, Visions Federal Credit Union, and Odessa Tompkins Trust. Co.
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October Issue II of the Bridge
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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 a story about an Upper New York (UNY) Conference medical mission trip to Puerto Rico, an article explaining how folks can respond to the needs of residents affected by Hurricane Michael, as well information about a UNY disaster relief mission trip to North Carolina.
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New York State Employers required to adopt a sexual harassment policy and training
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Due to a new law, every employer in New York State
is required to establish and distribute a sexual harassment prevention policy. The policy can be distributed in writing or electronically. Employers are encouraged to have employees acknowledge receipt of the policy, and to post a copy of the policy where employees can easily access it.
Every employer is also required to provide employees with sexual harassment prevention training by
October 9, 2019
. This is an annual requirement as part of the new regulations.
Additional resources for sexual harassment training will be shared once that information has been gathered.
Click here
for more details on New York State's Sexual Harassment regulations.
If you have any questions regarding New York state's sexual harassment requirements, please contact Tracy Rickett, Upper New York Conference's Human Resources Generalist at 315-898-2017 or
TracyRickett@unyumc.org
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WHEN:
Saturday, October 27, 2018
WHERE:
Campbell UMC
8516 Main St.
Campbell, NY 14821
TIME:
4:30-6 PM
COST:
$10.00 at the door / $9.00 Adult Pre-Sale tickets (Adult Pre-Sale tickets available until Oct. 24, 2018) $5.00 Children 4 to 10 years of age
Age 3 and under – FREE
To reserve your Adult Pre-Sale tickets call 527-3006 (Wendy) and leave a message with your name and phone number.
Church members for tickets - see
Ratchford, Huggler, Oman or Youngs.
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Presho United Methodist Church
ANNUAL HARVEST DINNER
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WHEN: Sat. Nov. 3rd, 2018
WHERE:
Presho UMC
1727 Indian Hills Rd
Painted Post, NY 14870
Exit 6 (Presho) of route 99
TIME:
Serving at 4pm, 5pm and 6pm (please arrive at the hour)
DONATIONS:
Adults $11, Children 6-12 $9, Children 5 and under free
QUESTIONS:
607-523-7236
Turkey and all the ‘fixins’, homemade pie and a beverage
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Mountain View District
Training Day
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WHEN: Sat. Nov. 10th, 2018
WHERE:
Avoca UMC
8593 Jacobs Ladder Rd.
Avoca, NY 14809
TIME:
9 am-3:30 pm
REGISTRATION:
Oct.1 thru Nov. 2
TRAINING TOPICS:
Giving, Stewardship, Audits, Shared Ministries
Overview of Order of Worship
Trustees Responsibilities & Available Resources
SPRC(Staff-ParishRelations COmmittee) Responsibilities
Overview of Mission Central- How to get involved in missions work
Youth Ministry, Intentional Discipleship Systems,other topics TBD
Pastor's can use these in your bulletins
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FAMILY STYLE TURKEY DINNER
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WHEN: Sat. Nov. 10th, 2018
TIME:
Starts at 4:30 pm
WHERE:
Addison UMC
8 Front St.
Addison, NY
MENU:
turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, squash, coleslaw, vegetable, rolls, beverages and desserts.
COST:
Adult $10.00; Under 12 $5.00; Preschoolers
Free
RESERVE TAKE OUTS:
Call ahead to reserve 607-359-3583
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.
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Course of Study Coming Up
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Class Dates:
WHEN: Jan. 11-12 & Feb. 15-16
WHERE:
Kenmore UMC
32 Landers Rd..
Kenmore, NY 14217
Courses Being Offered:
COS-124-Transformative Leadership
COS-223-Worship & Sacraments
COS-324-Preaching
COS-421-Bible IV: Prophets, Psalms & Wisdom Literature
Registrations Due by: Nov. 13t
h
Tuition Due by:
Nov. 27th
YOU NEED TO HAVE the DS's signature:
You can either come in (I suggest you call first) to get it signed, or you can mail me your completed, signed registration form with your check for the deposit and two self (return addressed), stamped envelopes (I have address labels already made to put on your envelopes.)
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Overnight Bus Trip to Sight & Sound in Lancaster PA
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This event is open to ANYONE
that is interested!
Covered Wagon Tours has put together an opportunity for you to go on an overnight bus trip to Lancaster Sight and Sound Theater to see Jesus.
WHEN: April 30, 2019-May 1, 2019
Our District Lay Leader Dianne Barker will have flyers available at our Regional Charge Conferences!
For more detailed information please
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New Guidebook for #SeeAllThePeople
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New resources from Discipleship Ministries, including a second book and study guide and a third short film, are available to help lay leaders, clergy and conference leaders reach out to new people with intentional discipleship. "This year we are joining the movement and using #SeeAllThePeople because it lifts the values we hold dear, to intentionally make disciples of Jesus Christ."
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Laity Sunday Information- October 21st, 2018
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Laity Sunday is a special Sunday established by the General Conference to be observed on the third Sunday of October (this year, October 21, 2018). Laity Sunday focuses on the celebration of the ministry of all lay Christians. Below are links to resources which can help you in planning your Laity Sunday service:
Here is a link to a video which explains the HOPE process.It's really very good.
Click here
-(scroll down the page to The Discipleship System)
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“THERE ARE SPACES for campers, families, and retreat-goers in almost all of our programming for this summer/fall, so
it’s not to late
to inquire about or register for camps and retreats!”
Asbury:
January 4-6, 2019: Youth Winter Retreat (Youth & their Adult Leader(s))
Casowasco
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December 7-9: Retreat: Be Still {a silent retreat} (Adults)
**Note: Date Correction**
December 30-January 1, 2019: Retreat: Camp Echo (Ages 7-18)
January 25-27, 2019: SOLID: Youth Retreat (Youth & their Adult Leader(s))
March 1-3, 2019: Women’s Chocolate Getaway (Women)
April 11-14, 2019: Quilt by Faith: Spring (Women)
May 12, 2019: Mother’s Day Brunch (Families & Adults)
Sky Lake:
October 21: Retreat: S’MORE Time (Grades 6-12)
November 8-10: Leadership: L.E.A.D. (Leadership Enrichment & Development) (Adults)
January 3-5, 2019: Special Needs Winter Retreat (Ages 18+ with Special Needs)
January 18-21, 2019: Family Winter Weekend (Families & Adults)
February 15-18, 2019: Family Winter Weekend II (Families & Adults)
April 5-7, 2019: Church Family Getaway (Families & Adults)
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Rev. Nancy Adams
District Superintendent
Patti Gridley
Administrative Assistant
Located at 35 Wilkes Ave.,Suite 101,
Mailing Address is:
PO Box 706
Bath, NY 14810
(607) 962-8047
Check out our Facebook Page
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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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Camps & Retreat Centers
or call toll free- 855-414-6400
Safety & Security for your Organization:
Click here
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Mountain View District Office| Upper New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church | 607-962-8047 | | mountainviewdistrict@unyumc.org |
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