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Adirondack District
Local Church and District News/Events
and "Classifieds"
July 31, 2019
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'Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.'
-- Mahatma Gandhi
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Send us your news!
Call Carrie with questions, 518-480-4866.
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2019 Church Conference schedule announced
Click here for the 2019 Church Conference schedule.
Our District Superintendent, the Rev. Debbie Earthrowl, will be presiding at all of the conferences again this year. She is looking forward to spending time with you.
In most cases, Debbie will also be meeting with the SPRC (Staff Parish Relations Committee) immediately following the church conference.
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Media Resource Center posts August newsletter
Why buy it if you can borrow it?
If you've never used the UNY Conference Media Resource Center before, give us a try. Funded by your Shared Ministry dollars, we can supply you with small group discussion materials, Bible studies, children and youth curriculum, adult curriculum, and a myriad of subjects such as stewardship, evangelism and social issues. The easy online ordering is just a click away. Your order will be sent through the USPS and you'll get a mail back envelope and label with instructions on mailing. Your only cost is the postage to return it. If you need assistance, contact the Media Resource Center coordinator Karen Campolieto at 315-898-2027
[email protected]
To learn more about the center, to look through the online catalog and view the newsletters,
Click here
To view the August newsletter,
Cllick here
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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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Are you hosting
If your church is hosting a Vacation Bible School this summer, please send us the details (time, date, place, registration information and theme).
We'd love to share this information with others!
For a list of Vacation Bible School Resources available from the UNY Annual Conference,
Click here
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(New)
First UMC of Luzerne UMC, Aug. 5 through Aug. 9
First UMC of Lake Luzerne will host a Vacation Bible School with the theme, "Finding God in Natue."
Sessions are from 9 AM to 11 AM Monday, Aug. 5 through Friday, Aug. 9.
For more information or to register, please contact Leslie Carpenter at 518-696-3402 or [email protected]
Children of all ages are welcome.
The church is located at 24 Main St., Lake Luzerne (12846).
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Whitehall UMC, Aug. 5 through Aug. 9
The Whitehall UMC is hosting Vacation Bible School with the theme, "Athens - Paul's Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth!"
Sessions are from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Monday, Aug. 5 through Friday, Aug. 9. Registration starts at 6 PM each night.
For all ages young and old, however, children must have graduated kindergarten to be in the program without parental supervision.
Visit the church's Facebook page for more information!
Click here
No pre-registration is needed, but if you have questions, you can contact the church at (518) 499-0851.
The church is located at 56 Greenmount Cemetery Ln, Whitehall (12887)
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North Granville UMC, Aug. 5 through Aug. 9
North Granville UMC is hosting Vacation Bible School with the theme
"Farm Fresh Faith."
Sessions are from 9 AM to Noon Monday, Aug. 5 through Friday, Aug. 9.
Completion of VBS will be celebrated at North Granville UMC's worship service at 9 AM on Sunday, Aug. 11. Family and friends are invited to join us.
All children, ages Pre-K through 8th grade are invited.
For more information, or to register, contact Kontessa Siliski at
(518) 360-9105 (call or text)
The church is located at 10344 Route 22, North Granville (12854)
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Christ Church, Glens Falls: Aug. 19 through Aug. 23
Christ Church United Methodist is hosting Vacation Bible School with the theme: "ROAR! Life is Wild - God is Good."
Sessions are from 8:45 AM to Noon Monday, Aug. 19 through Friday, Aug. 23. Children ages 3 years through 5th grade are welcome to attend.
To register, visit
https://vbspro.events/p/events/christchurchglensfalls
The church is located at 54 Bay St., Glens Falls (12801)
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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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Skye Farm Camp News
Registration is still open for this summer's camp. The last week of camp is Aug. 4 through Aug. 9. Visit the website to register: http://www.skyefarmcamp.org/ or call the camp office, and they can walk you through the registration process (518) 494-7170.
To view testimonials from those who have attended camps in UNY Conference:
Click here
Camp Events:
COMING UP!!
Aug. 11- Aug. 14: Enjoy experiencing camp with your family and friends. Guest speakers, music, and family oriented activities traditionally done at camp. Come take a break from life, slow down, pull up a chair, and make some memories. Fees apply to immediate family members living in the same household. Fees include lodging, meals, and programming.
To register, call the camp office at (518) 494-7170
Cabin: Ages 13+ $152; Ages 4-12 $75; 3 and under free
Rv: Ages 13+ $110; Ages 4-12 $65; 3 and under free
Tents: Ages 13+ $95; Ages 4-12 $55; 3 and under free
An immediate family of 4 will not pay more than $475
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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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Safe Sanctuaries training to be held
in Sandgate, VT. on Aug. 10
The standard Safe Sanctuaries training
will be held from
9:30 AM to
12:30 PM
Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Sandgate UMC, 3458 Sandgate Rd., Sandgate, VT 05250
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lease arrive by 9:15 AM to register.
The training 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 training will be facilitated by Arlene Schmidt and Ruth Persons.
Please register with
Phyllis Skidmore at [email protected]
in the District Office.
She will send you pertinent information.
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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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Please note!
Certified Lay Ministry Course to Be Offered by Adirondack District.
The Rev. Sally White will be the CLM Coordinator and the course begins on September 7. The deadline to register is August 7.
The class will meet on the first Saturday of each month, through Spring 2020. The September, October and November gatherings will be at the Ballston Spa UMC; locations will vary for the remaining months.
You MUST complete the Basic Course before entering this program. Note that the course if being offered Aug. 17 and Aug. 18 (details below)
Certified Lay Ministry training consists of four modules totaling 78 hours. ¶268 of The Book of Discipline defines a certified lay minister as "...a certified lay servant...who is called and equipped to conduct public worship, care for the congregation, assist in program leadership, develop new and existing faith communities, preach the Word, lead small groups, or establish community outreach ministries as part of a ministry team with the supervision and support of a clergyperson. A certified lay minister is assigned by a district superintendent in accordance with ¶419.2."
Do you feel God's call upon your heart to become a certified lay minister? If so, please contact Bruce Hazard, Adirondack District Lay Servant Director at [email protected] or (518) 792-4555 for an information packet.
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We have several Lay Servant Course offerings coming up. Unfortunately, the courses scheduled in Willsboro have been canceled due to lack of registrations. To view the UPDATED flyer, with course descriptions and cost, etc. Click here
Advanced Course: Leading Prayer
Aug. 15 and Aug. 20, 6 PM to 9 PM and Aug. 24, 10 AM to 5 PM
Fortsville UMC
402 Fortsville Rd.
Gansevoort, NY 12831
To register, contact Arlene Schmidt at [email protected]
Aug. 17, 9 AM to 4 PM and Aug. 18, 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Malta Ridge UMC
729 Malta Ave. Ext.
Malta, NY 12020
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: Lead Worship
Because there was not enough response to this class being offered at Skye Farm Camp and Retreat Center, below are new dates and location
Oct. 26, 9 AM to 4 PM and Nov. 2, 9 AM to 4 PM
South Glens Falls UMC
15 Maplewood Parkway
South Glens Falls, NY 12803
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 an UPDATED 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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First UMC of Ticonderoga Seeks Music Director
The church is seeking a musician to play for two services on Sunday mornings at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM, which includes prelude, offertory, anthem, postlude and hymns. Also, direct the vocal choir in rehearsal and at the 10:30 AM service. Ideally the musician would play our Rogers Allegiant 3 manual 46 plus voice and midi organ, or Altenburg 6' grand piano. We are open to other musical expressions and experience. During Advent and Lent there will be extra services. Occasionally there will be a need to play at funerals and weddings. Salary negotiable. Please contact the church at (518) 585-7995 or
[email protected] The church's website is
www.tifumc.com The church is located at 1045 Wicker St., Ticonderoga (12883).
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Galway church seeks accompanist
Galway United Methodist Church is seeking to hire an accompanist, beginning in September, for its 9:30 AM Sunday worship service and one-hour choir rehearsal Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM. Call for details: (518) 882-6520. The church is located at 2056 East St., Galway (12074).
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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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Local Church & Community Events
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Free Community Dinner (Luau!), 4:30 PM to 6 PM Sunday, Aug. 4. All are welcome. Pulled pork 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 Sept. 8 dinner is pasta.
(New) Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4:30 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday, Aug. 7 at the Willsboro UMC, 3734 Main St., (12996). Eat-in or take-out. For more information, please contact Larry or Janice Allen (518) 963-8912.
Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4 PM to 6 :30 PM Wednesday, Aug. 7 at the Wells UMC, near the center of Wells, on Route 30. The menu consists of chicken in gravy on fabulous biscuits from Bev Peters, mashed potatoes, green beans and carrots, beverage, and make-your-own ice cream sundaes, compliments of Stewart Shops. Cost is by donation. Take-outs and gluten-free options are available. For questions or more information, call Alice at 518-924-2220.
Annual Garage and Bake Sale, 9 AM to 5 PM Friday, Aug. 9 and 9 AM to 3 PM Saturday, Aug.10 at the Galway UMC. The sale is a multi-family sale that includes clothing, furniture, sporting goods, toys, tools, household items, collectibles, electronics, books, baby items and much more. The sale is held indoors, rain or shine. A bake sale will be held at the same time. The church is located at the corner of Rte. 147 and County Route 45 in the Village of Galway (2056 East St., Galway 12074)
(New) Summer Bazaar, 9 AM to 2 PM Saturday, Aug. 10, First UMC of Lake Luzerne, 24 Main St. (12846). There will be garage sale items (used and new), homemade baked items and the return of Moby Dick's Fish Fry Wagon!
Emmaus and Chrysalis Summer Reunion, Saturday, Aug. 10 at Huletts Landing on Lake George. 9 AM Board meeting (all invited); 11 AM Picnic (worship and pot luck); games, boating and fellowship. For details, view the "On the Road" newsletter:
Click here
(New) Tea and Pound Auction, 2 PM to 4 PM Saturday, Aug. 17 at the Reber UMC, 214 Reber Rd. (12996). Fun and refreshments. Please bring a wrapped gift weighing at least one pound to be auctioned. Gift may be one pound of anything that catches your eye. To view or download the flyer,
Click here For more information, contact Bruce Hazard,
[email protected] or (518) 963-7924 or (518) 792-4555.
First-ever Annual Zucchini Festival, 10 AM to 2 PM Saturday, Aug. 24 at the Moriah UMC, 639 Tarbell Hill Rd., Moriah (12960). Low the humble but abundant zucchhini deserves our respect and celebration. What's happening? Largest home grown zucchini, any type of food using zucchini, the zucchini painting contest, the zucchini toss, hot dogs, petting zoo and many other things. All are welcome! Any funds raised will be for the Building Repair Fund.
Bloomingdale Summer Praise Services;
The First United Methodist Church of Saranac Lake will be holding a Summer Praise Service on Sundays at 7 PM at the historic United Methodist Church in Bloomingdale, NY (1684 Route 3, Bloomingdale, NY 12913) through September 1. The theme for the 2019 Bloomingdale Summer Praise Service will be Prayer and Praise. The service is a music-filled celebration of Christ working in our lives and includes thematic scripture and a homily. The service is open to all, is led by Certified Lay Servant Michael R. Martin of the Saranac Lake church and will feature guest musicians and speakers. For more information or to reserve the church for a special event, contact the First United Methodist Church of Saranac Lake at (518) 891-3473 or
[email protected]
First UMC of Lake George Summer services in July and the first three Sundays in August, will be in the Amphitheater in Shepard Park in Lake George. Communion will be served the first Sunday of each month. The fourth Sunday in August we will have our church picnic in Usher's Park. All are welcome, just bring a dish to share. Service time is 9 AM.
(New) Chicken Barbecue Dinner, 4:30 PM to 6 PM Saturday, Sept. 14 at t
he Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave. (12866). The menu also includes baked potatoes, coleslaw and ice cream. Free-will donation.
ONGOING:
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
from 7 PM to 8 PM most Tuesdays during the summer 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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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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