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Adirondack District
Local Church and District News/Events
and "Classifieds"
June 12, 2019
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'Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world for, indeed, that's all who ever have.'
-- Margaret Meade
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Send us your news!
Call Carrie with questions, 518-480-4866.
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If you'd like prayer for yourself or others, please be in touch with Carrie (518) 480-4866 or
[email protected] Please know that we will need to contact folks to be sure they feel comfortable with us publishing their information.
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What happened at Annual Conference
Click here to view Daily Notes from the tenth session of the Upper NY Annual Conference, which took place June 5 through June 8 at the OnCenter in Syracuse.
Next year's Annual Conference will be held May 28 through May 30 at the OnCenter.
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Reimbursement for housing form due July 22
The deadline for Housing Reimbursement at Annual Conference for equalization members, retired or disabled clergy is
Monday July 22. The form must be postmarked
on or before Monday July 15 or received at the conference office by 4 PM on July 22.
If you have questions, please contact Erica Wentworth at the Conference Office, (315) 898-2004 or [email protected]
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Disciple 1 to be offered through ZOOM
Pastor Paul Winkelman and Pastor David Pritchard, from the Oneonta District, are offering Disciple I
through ZOOM, which means anyone can join us from anywhere so long as you have a good internet connection.
The course will be offered beginning Monday, Aug. 5, and go through Monday, Dec. 2; then begin again on Jan. 6, 2020, finishing Monday, May 4, 2020. Times will be 6 PM to 7:30 PM, and meetings will be done primarily through ZOOM, with no requirement to meet in person.
Cost is TBA, as there is a cost to use ZOOM. The more people who sign up, the less the cost.
Register with Pastor David Pritchard, or ask questions via email at
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Bishop's Retreat to be held Oct. 22-24 in Rochester
The 2019 Bishop's Clergy and Spouse Retreat is
October 22-24 at the
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Rev. Grace Imathiu
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RIT Inn and Conference Center in Rochester. The theme is, "Biblical Risk Takers" and the keynote speaker is the Rev. Grace Imathiu.
The retreat includes worship, a hymn sing, four workshops and Q and A with Bishop Mark J. Webb.
Participants can earn 1.0 full CEU (Continuing Education Unit) at this year's retreat.
For more information or to register,
Click here
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District Workshop Day: Oct. 19 in Plattsburgh
The Adirondack District Leadership Team is pleased to announce that we
will be holding a second District Workshop Day, "Informed to Transform," on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh (12901).
We will be following the same format as the day we held in March at the Saratoga Springs UMC. We will begin with registration at 8:30 AM and a time of worship at 9 AM. There will be three 75-minute blocks of workshops, and lunch will be served. The day will conclude with worship and Holy Communion at 2:30 PM.
The cost will be $10.
As the day draws nearer, we will be posting workshop descriptions and a schedule.
If you have questions, or ideas on topics for workshops, please be in touch with Carrie Boyer at the District Office,
[email protected] or (518) 480-4866.
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Registration is open for this summer's camp. Visit the website to register: http://www.skyefarmcamp.org/
Camp Events:
Retreats: Click here (Skye Farm has three retreats planned.) For descriptions of the Skye Farm retreats Click here
We still need lifeguards and male counselors! To apply:
Click here
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How is your church reaching out?
Please help us share with others the great things you are doing in your church to reach out into your community and the world. Photos welcome!! Send an email to
[email protected]
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As you can see, we have several Lay Servant Course offerings coming up. To view the flyer, with course descriptions and cost, etc. Click here
The Basic Lay Servant Course originally scheduled
for May 30 and May 31 in Willsboro has been postponed. Look for updates in future announcements.
Advanced Course: United Methodist Heritage
July 8 and July 10: 9 AM to 5 PM
Malta Ridge UMC
729 Malta Ave Ext.
Malta, NY 12020
To register, contact Arlene Schmidt at [email protected]
Advanced Course: Discover Your Spiritual Gifts
July 13, 9 AM to 5 PM and July 14, 2 PM to 7 PM
Willsboro UMC
3734 Main St.
Willsboro (12996)
Advanced Course: United Methodist Heritage
Aug. 3 and Aug. 17, 9 AM to 5 PM
Willsboro UMC
3734 Main St.
Willsboro (12996)
To register, contact Arlene Schmidt at [email protected]
Advanced Course: Called to Preach
Sept. 7 and Sept. 21, 10 AM to 4:30 PM
Round Lake UMC
34 George Ave.
Round Lake, NY 12151
Advanced Course: Leading Worship
Nov. 2, 10 AM to 5 PM and Nov. 3, 10 AM to 3 PM
Skye Farm Camp and Retreat Center
1884 E. Schroon River Rd.
Warrensburg, NY 12885
To register, contact Arlene Schmidt at [email protected]
Albany District Lay Servant Classes:
Please notify the Adirondack District Lay Servant Director Bruce Hazard after completion of your course in the Albany District to ensure that you receive credit: [email protected]
Click here
for a list of Albany Lay Servant Courses.
For more information about Lay Servant Ministries, Click here
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Plan ahead to attend Mission u in September
2019 Mission u - Silver Bay
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Silver Bay
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Friday - Sunday, September 6 - 8
A special time for worship, learning, friendships, and fun in the Adirondacks
Mission u Studies for 2019
Choice of
-- Practicing Resurrection: The Gospel of Mark & Radical Discipleship OR
-- What About our Money?
-- United for Change: UMW Mission 150 Years & Beyond is open to all.
To view or download the flyer,
Click here Please consider posting or sharing the flyer in your church.
Scholarships Available
Mission u - Silver Bay is a program of the Upper New York Conference United Methodist Women and United Methodist Church
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Globes for light fixtures available from Saranac UMC
Saranac UMC has eight decorative globes, suitable for hanging lights in a Sanctuary, that they would like to gift to a church in need. Please contact Pastor Chad Deans if you'd like more information:
[email protected]
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Room Dividers Needed
A New Faith Communities ministry is looking for room dividers. If you have any that you can donate, please be in touch with Gracie Lynn Besse. She can pick them up:
[email protected]
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Moriah UMC seeks cell phones
The Moriah UMC is
collecting old cell phones. If anyone or any church is willing to collect for them, it would be deeply appreciated. The pastor would be glad to drive to the church and pick up the box of cell phones that have been gathered. Proceeds will go to a building fund for the church to help with many major repairs. If you'd like to help, please contact Rev. Ken Parker,
[email protected] or (518) 643-8295.
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Local Church & Community Events
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AARP Drivers Class, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM Saturday, June 15 at the Shushan United Presbyterian Church. The class is also being sponsored by the Newman UMC. On completion of the course you will become more aware of driving skills and you will save on vehicle insurance. Pre-registration is required. Please call Jeanne at (518) 854-3011 for further information.
Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 5 PM to 7 PM Saturday, June 22 at the Pottersville UMC, 7899 Route 9, Pottersville (12860). Menu also includes mashed potatoes, vegetable, ice cream and beverage. Adults: $10; Children: $5; under 5: no charge.
Whitehall United Methodist Church will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on the hill. We have a special service planned at
10:30 AM on Sunday, June 30, along with a wonderful celebration after. We will have food, games and fellowship, welcoming any stories you would like to share of our history and how it has blessed you. We cordially invite all current and past members to attend. If you were married here, baptized here, attended Sunday school here or have ever had a family member attend, please consider joining us. If you have attended a wedding, baptism, funeral for a loved one or any event here, we invite you to join us. If you have ever sung in the choir we would love for you to participate in the service and help us "make a joyful noise". Your presence is the most important request, though if you cannot be in attendance, your prayers of hope for the future of the Whitehall United Methodist Church is greatly appreciated. Please contact Jenine Macura at 518-321-4022 or Crystal Thompson at 478-457-4546 if you wish to help. The church is located at 56 Greenmount Cemetery Ln, Whitehall (12887)
(New) Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4 PM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, July 3 at the Wells UMC near the center of town, on Route 30. The menu consists of chicken in gravy on fabulous biscuits from Bev Peters, mashed potatoes, green beans and carrots, beverage, and desserts. Cost is by donation. Take-outs and gluten-free options are available. For questions or more information, call Alice at 518-924-2220.
(New) Annual Strawberry Festival, 9 AM to 3 PM Saturday, July 6 at the Community Methodist Church, 11 Church St., Chestertown (12817). Homemade pies, books, Christmas items, trash and treasure, baked goods, basket raffle and much more, and of course strawberries (shortcake, cake, sundaes and shakes.) For more information, call (518) 494-3374.
An Afternoon of Great Bluegrass Music, benefit concert for the Schroon Lake Community Church,
1 PM to 6 PM Sunday, July 7 at the Boathouse Theater, 20 Dock St., Schroon Lake (12870) featuring music from The Bluejays, High Peaks Bluegrass Band, Schroon River Ramblers, Hale Mountain Pickers and Northern Borne. Tickets are $10 at the door. To view or download the poster,
Click here
Free Community Dinner (barbecue), 4:30 PM to 6 PM Sunday, July 7. All are welcome. There will be burgers, hot dogs and sides. Take-out boxes available; free-will donations are welcome if the Spirit moves you. First UMC of Ticonderoga, 1045 Wicker St., Ticonderoga (12883). For more information, call the church office, (518) 585-7995. Our Aug. 4 dinner is a Luau! (pulled pork and sides). Our Sept. 8 dinner is pasta.
ONGOING:
(New) Caring Crafters meet at 10 AM Fridays
at the Fortsville UMC, 402 Fortsville Rd., Gansevoort (12831). Bring knitting, crochet, quilting or any other craft you enjoy. The specialty is fellowship and laughter. From beginners to experts. Some to learn, some to teach. Just come and enjoy.
Bottle and Can Drive, Porter Corners UMC, 512 Allen Rd., Porter Corners (12859). You can leave your bags or boxes at the back door of the church, or if you have a large quantity, pickup is available. Call Jane Decouteau (518) 893-2289 or Carrie Howe (518) 893-6214.
Please consider posting this flyer in your church: Click here
'Connect' Game and Movie Nights, 6:30 PM Fridays at the Cambridge parsonage (41 E. Main St., Cambridge 12816). Do you know someone
between the ages of 18 and 35? Please invite them to our Friday night gathering.
Connect is a small group through the United Methodist Church, made up of young adults who gather every Friday to play board games, watch movies and talk about important issues and topics. These topics range from financial planning and resume writing to the differences between hemp and marijuana. Please help spread the word! You can contact Gracie Lynn Besse with questions,
[email protected] or (518) 932-3925. Visit our Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/connectgamenights/
Men's Breakfast, 7:30 AM
Thursdays at the Miss Port Henry Diner, sponsored by the Moriah United Methodist Church. All are welcome!
Prayer Service, Noon Wednesdays - a half hour of peace and prayer, First UMC of Ticonderoga, 1045 Wicker St., Ticonderoga (12883). For more information, call the church office (518) 585-7995.
Plattsburgh United Methodist Men's Group Welcomes You to Breakfast On the 2nd Tuesday of each month. The group meets at Perkins Restaurant on Cornelia Street (right off exit 38 of I-87) for breakfast, prayer, conversation, and community building. The group would like to extend an invitation to the men of the northern end of the Adirondack District to join us. Please contact Rev. Phil Richards either by phone (518) 563-2992 or email
[email protected] to let us know if you are attending. We need to give the restaurant advanced notice on numbers.
Queensbury United Methodist Church, 460 Aviation Rd., Queensbury 12804.
-- Knitters and/or crocheters are invited to its weekly prayer shawl circle at
3 PM most Tuesdays in the parlor. The group crafts shawls that are given out to people during times of need. Please contact the church office at (518) 793-9728 for further details.
Christ Church United Methodist, 54 Bay St., Glens Falls 12801:
-- Busy Needles, meets at
2 PM every Tuesday. Bring your knitting, crocheting or other needle craft project for a time of inspiration and fun. For more information contact Sally Carey at (518) 225-2218.
First UMC of Lake George, 78 Montcalm St. "Hidden Treasures By the Lake" ministry. A thrift store specializing in gently-used clothing. Children's clothing $1; adults, $2. (also accepting purses, blankets, sheets, drapes, linens,stuffed animals). Donation box in the back of the church. Volunteers welcome.
Hours: 2 to 6 PM Fridays and 8 AM to Noon on Saturdays. There is now a "Book Box" on the lawn. Please donate books appropriate for all ages. If donations need to be picked up, call Kateria at (518) 636-9279.
Send us your events:
[email protected]
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District Contact Information
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Adirondack District
of the Upper New York Conference
Rev. Deborah (Debbie) Earthrowl
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Rev. Debbie Earthrowl |
District Superintendent
Gracie Lynn Besse
Adirondack District Lay Leader
Carrie Boyer
Minister of Administration
Our office is located in the South Glens Falls UMC
15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803)
Mailing Address:
PO Box 590, Glens Falls, NY 12801
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