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Adirondack District
Local Church and District News/Events
and "Classifieds"
Jan. 22, 2020
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'We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now.'
-- Martin Luther King Jr.
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Send us your news!
Call Carrie with questions, 518-480-4866.
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Continued prayers for Retired Local Pastor Roger Waldron and his wife Pastor Debby Waldron (Emmanuel UMC in Bolton Landing).
Roger continues to recuperate at home. He is not quite ready for visitors, but prayers are still very much needed and appreciated. Cards of care and concern can be sent to their home address, 1264 West Mt. Rd., Queensbury, NY 12804.
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If you'd like prayer for yourself or others, or you'd like to share a joy, 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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New Plan on Regional Superintendency Shared
At a gathering of District Committees on Superintendency on Jan. 18, a new Regional Superintendency plan was shared.
Click here
for all the details, including: a video, key points, frequently asked questions, and a full article.
If you have questions, concerns or suggestions, please contact the Adirondack District Superintendent, Rev. Debbie Earthrowl at (518) 391-3215 or [email protected].
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Standard Safe Sanctuaries training and
Elder Abuse Safe Sanctuaries to be held
March 21st in Queensbury
The three-hour standard Safe Sanctuaries training will be held on Saturday, March 21 at the Queensbury UMC, 460 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, (12804). A two-hour Elder Abuse Safe Sanctuaries will also be offered that day.
Both trainings will follow the curriculum developed by the Upper New York Annual Conference Safe Sanctuaries Team, educating those involved in ministries who work with children and vulnerable adults on risks and prevention strategies related to abuse. The trainings will be facilitated by Ruth Persons and Stephanie Schrom.
The Standard Safe Sanctuaries training is from 9 AM to Noon,
and is a recommended class for those working with children. It is a mandatory class for clergy. Please arrive by 8:45 AM to register.
Elder Abuse training is from 12:45 PM to 2:45
PM, and focuses on the elderly. It is not a required class. Please arrive by 12:30 PM to register.
If you are attending both sessions, please bring your own lunch.
If you have questions, call her at (518) 480-4866.
Let her know if you will be attending one or both of these trainings. She will send you the link to the handout for the standard Safe Sanctuaries Training.
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Are you offering Disciple 1 Bible Study?
If you are planning to offer Disciple 1 Bible Study (the full course, not the Fast Track), please contact Carrie in the District Office (518) 480-4866 or
[email protected]
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Share your news!
How is your church reaching out? Please send us information and photos if you have them. We love to share Good News! Send Carrie an email:
[email protected]
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Explore New Faith Communities in Launchpad 2020
This two-day boot camp, to be held Jan. 31-Feb. 1, is taught by Bill Vallet, Dave Masland,
and a team of experienced planters, is for anyone planting a New Faith Community in Upper New York. If you are planting, or thinking about planting a New Faith Community, this training is for you!
Launchpad is an intensive crash course in the first five "Seasons of Planting," including discerning, visioning, gathering, worshiping, and disciplining. It is designed for lead planters to attend, along with two to four other team members. The more people who attend from your team, the stronger the impact of the training on your team, and ultimately, on your New Faith Community (NFC). The intended outcome of the two days is for each team to leave with a detailed six-month action plan. Most important is the work you will do to sharpen your vision for your NFC.
For more information and to register, click here |
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Save the date: We're having another District Day!
We will be holding another District Day, "Informed to Transform," on Saturday, March 7
at the Saratoga Springs UMC. The day will begin at 8:30 with registration, followed by worship, and then three rounds of workshops, each lasting 75 minutes. We will conclude the day with a 2:30 PM worship and Communion service. Lunch is included in the registration fee of $10.
Some of the topics include: Stewardship, Small Groups, Social Media, Trustees, Camping and Retreat Ministry, Accessibility Awareness, Prayer Beads, Labyrinth, Ignatian Prayer, Christian Education, Lay Servant Ministries, Safe Sanctuaries for the Elderly, Music for Hospice/Dementia patients, and more!
A flyer and registration form will be circulated later this month. Deadline to register will be Feb. 25. Childcare will be provided if there is enough interest.
If you have questions, be in touch with Carrie at the District Office, (518) 480-4866 or
[email protected]
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Disability Awareness Weekend coming up
At the 2018 Upper New York Annual Conference, held at on Onondaga Community College's SRC Arena, in Syracuse, NY, a petition was adapted for local churches to hold a Disability Awareness Weekend the first weekend in February.
This petition was submitted by Rev. Missy McCarthy and the Accessibility Committee. The petition recommends a Disability Awareness Weekend to be held during the first weekend of February, or another weekend chosen by a local church for a special collection for promotion of awareness issues as well as ministries that provide fuller inclusion of people with disabilities.
Rev. McCarthy has supplied several resources to help your church broaden the awareness of disability issues. To read more,
click here.
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'Ezra' site is open: Deadline is Feb. 15
Dear Pastors and Church Leaders: T
he Ezra site (www.ezra.gcfa.org) is open for entry of 2019 local church statistical data.
The deadline for entry is Saturday, Feb. 15.
We highly recommend that you get started on your statistics as soon as possible, as there is no flexibility with the deadline, and this would also allow time for you to get assistance from the District or Conference offices if needed.
Please note that pastors and coordinating pastors are ultimately responsible for the filing of the reports.
If you have questions, or you need to have your password re-set, please contact Carrie in the District Office (518-480-4866 or [email protected])
For a Power Point program that walks you through the Ezra process click here
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(New)
Baldwin piano offered
Rev. Clayton and Alice Burgess have a Baldwin Piano, one owner, in excellent condition, that they would give to any pastor or church in need of one. Call (518) 409-4291 in
South Glen Falls.
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Copier/printer to a good home
The North Granville UMC has a Sharp AL-1631 copier/printer that needs a good home. Works fine. Contact Sharyl Backus (518) 514-8557.
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(Urgent!)
Seeking Administrative Assistant for
The First United Methodist Church of Warrensburg
Hours: 4 hours a day for two days a week. Currently 9-1 Tuesday and Thursday but could be adjusted if needed. More hours at least once a month.
Wage: $11.80/hour.
Duties: Two bulletins/week. Newsletter once a month. Full job description available.
Skills Needed: Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel mail merge a plus. Training can be arranged. Please contact Pastor Steve @
[email protected] or (518) 260-0876 if interested.
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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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Local Church & Community Events
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(New) Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4 PM to 6:30 PM Saturday, Jan. 25 at the First UMC of Warrensburg, 3890 Main St. (12885). Menu includes Chicken and Biscuits with gravy, corn or green beans, mashed potatoes, strawberry shortcake and beverage. By Donation.
Click here to view the flyer.
Ham Dinner, 4:30 PM to 6 PM, Saturday, Jan. 25, Saratoga Springs UMC, 175 Fifth Ave. (12866). Complete with homemade pies. Free-will donation.
Turkey Dinner, 4:30 PM to 6 PM Saturday, Jan. 25, South Glens Falls UMC, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803). Turkey, stuffing, potatoes, veggie, soup and homemade desserts. Adults: $10; Children ages 5-12: $5; Under 5: no charge. Take-out and delivery available. Call (518) 793-1152 for more information.
Click here to view the flyer.
Souper Lunch, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Saturday, Feb. 1, Easton UMC, 12053 State Route 40, North Easton (12154). Say good-bye to the chills with a Souper Lunch which will include a variety of delicious homemade soups, breads, desserts and beverages. Adults: $8; Children ages 5-12: $4; Under 5: no charge. No reservations needed. Take-outs available. For more information, call Edna: (518) 664-7184.
(New) Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4 PM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, Feb. 5 at the Wells UMC. 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. The Church is located near the center of Wells, NY, on Route 30. For questions or more information, call Alice at (518) 924-2220
(New) Seminar on Elder Care, after coffee hour,
beginning at 11:45 AM on Sunday, Feb. 9 at the South Glens Falls UMC, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803). The Stephen Ministers are hosting this event. Don't let the name fool you. If you have children, there will be topics of interest for you. Our guest speaker will be Elisabeth Mahoney, Esq., partner in the law firm, Bartlett Pontiff Stewart & Rhodes.
Topics will cover wills, power of attorney, health care directives, living wills and various avenues available to preserve your assets. This event is open to the public, so invite a friend to come with you.
Albany District's 2nd Annual Celebration of Lay Servant Ministries luncheon, 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM Saturday, March 28, Faith UMC, 811 North Brandywine Ave., Schenectady (12308). Cost: $7. Registration attached
here; due by March 13. Rev. Ray Stees will speak on "Building Collaboration." We'll eat, we'll worship, we'll celebrate Communion, and we'll remember Christ who joins us in union. All are invited. Bring a friend - not one- but some!
ONGOING:
Items needed for Open Door/Code Blue in Glens Falls:
All sizes for both men and women: pants; boots; underwear; long-sleeve shirts. Also: decaf coffee; decaf tea and foam coffee cups. Call Nellie Hintz (518) 636-9036 - she is willing to arrange pick-up at local churches within 20-mile distance from Exit 17.
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
from 3 PM to 4 PM most Tuesdays through next Spring 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, meet 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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Adirondack District Lay Servant Classes
The Adirondack Lay Servant Ministries Team is scheduling classes for 2020. The schedule of classes are those needed for Certified Lay Servant, Certified Lay Speaker or classes that laity might be interested in with no certification. Class size is a minimum of 5 ----maximum of 12. Classes may be cancelled if the minimum is not met. All texts must be purchased by the participant except the Basic class prior to the start of class so course work can be started when the syllabus is sent.
Please be mindful when you register for a class that you will be able to attend, please let us know one week before the class if you cannot attend, so that those on a waiting list can be notified and spots can be filled. Registration forms and fees must be received prior to class in order to secure your space in the class.
Basic Course
Jan. 30, Feb. 6, Feb. 20, Feb. 27 and March 12 (with March 19 as a snow date)
6 PM to 8 PM
Round Lake UMC, 34 George Ave., Round Lake (12151)
Basic Course
February 8 and 15: 9 AM to 4 PM (Feb. 22 snow date, 9 AM to 4 PM)
Warrensburg UMC, 3890 Main St., Warrensburg (12885)
Basic Course
March 13: 6 PM to 9 PM and March 14: 9 AM to 4 PM
Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh 12901
Registration contact information TBA
Two Advanced Courses: Topics to be announced
March 13: 6 PM to 9 PM and March 14: 9 AM to 4 PM
Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh 12901
Registration contact information TBA
Advanced Course: Spiritual Gifts
March 21 and 28:
9 AM to 4:30 PM
Hudson Falls UMC, 227 Main St., Hudson Falls (12839)
Basic Course
April 4: 9 AM to 4 PM
April 25: 9 AM to 4 PM
Argyle UMC, 12 Sheridan St., Argyle 12809
Advanced Course: Lay Speakers Tell Stories: Dancing with Words
Monday, April 6: 6 PM to 9 PM
Tuesdays, April 14, 21, 28: 6 PM to 9 PM
Tuesday, May 5: 6 PM to 9 PM
Malta Ridge UMC, 729 Malta Ave. Ext., Ballston Spa 12020
Advanced Course: Preaching: From Your Heart to Theirs
May 14: 6 PM to 9 PM; May 20: 6 PM to 9 PM; May 23: 9 AM to 4 PM
Saratoga UMC, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs (12866)
To register, contact Arlene Schmidt at [email protected]
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Albany District Lay Servant Classes
Advanced Course: Called to Preach
Saturdays, March 7 and March 21 from 9:30 AM to 3 PM
Newtonville UMC, 568 Loudon Rd., Latham (12110)
To register, contact Glenn Harrison at
[email protected]
Advanced Course: Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition
Saturdays, April 25 and May 2 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Living Hope UMC, 126 Middletown Rd, Waterford (12188).
For more information about Lay Servant Ministries,
click here
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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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