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"Do you know how the clouds hang poised, those wonders of him who has perfect knowledge?"
Job 37:16
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Adirondack District
Newsletter
September 21, 2019
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To view the September 18 Local Church Events, Click here
To view the Sept. 7 District Newsletter,
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The newsletter is usually sent out every other Saturday,
with updates sent weekly in the Wednesday Local Church News and Events.
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Special Mission Opportunity!
From Bill Mudge
"So when they had come together, they asked him, "Lord, is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to Israel?" He replied, "It is not for you to know the times or periods that the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." When he had said this, as they were watching, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight."
Acts 1:6-9 NRSV
I have spent a lot of time this past year studying the scripture accounts of Jesus
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mission statements for us as disciples, the church. I want to make sure that I am attempting to lead our congregation in the direction that Jesus instructed us to go.
Dr. Luke expresses it in a progressive blossoming way here in Acts chapter 1. Jesus says, "and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." In our context on the Adirondack District, each of our local communities is our Jerusalem! We are first tasked with witnessing to the Good News of Jesus Christ in our Jerusalem. I have been praying and thinking about the ways that we witness to Jesus in our town. We do some wonderful things and offer a strong testimony to the life-giving love of God in Christ Jesus!
What is our Judea and Samaria? Perhaps our County or District? New York State? The USA? We send financial support to many areas when crisis hits through our United Methodist Committee on Relief, and a few of our folks go and serve! I wonder in the future if we can strengthen this aspect of our mission together - perhaps you and I can go!?
In a few weeks, we will carry the Gospel message "to the ends of the earth"! I will be traveling on your behalf half way around the world to Kenya and Uganda to witness to the life giving, life changing love of God in Jesus Christ our Lord - and you are going with me! Don't start packing a duffle bag, I am inviting you to go with me in a spiritual support capacity. I believe that God has some deep lessons to teach me as I travel, I need your prayers. I believe that God is going to do powerful things in and through our team as we preach and pray and learn from the Body of Christ in Kenya and Uganda, I will bring these lessons and blessing back to our family.
The trip will cost around $4,500.00 but I hope to raise significantly more than that! The pastor that will be hosting us, Rev. Davis Mutovou is, in my opinion, the Apostle Paul of Uganda. Davis trains pastors and plants churches all over Uganda and now Kenya! If we raise enough money, I would like to provide Rev. Mutovou with a replacement for his dying automobile. The team in ministry with Davis also publishes and distributes theological books to every student so that they have resources for preaching and teaching - that publishing fund needs to be replenished too. This is an exciting opportunity; will you pray about joining me in this mission?
In Grace and Peace,
Pastor Bill Mudge
A message from our District Superintendent Debbie Earthrowl:
Some of you may recall that we received an offering at Bill's farewell service that went to that publishing fund. How awesome to know that the funds have already been helpful. Let's continue that powerful witness through our dear friend and pastor who continues to also offer ministry and support to our district.
If you would like to be part of this ministry by offering financial support, you may send funds to our Adirondack District Office, P.O. Box 590, Glens Falls, NY 12801. Checks may be made payable either to Rev. Bill Mudge or Baldwinsville UMC, with "Uganda mission" in the memo line.
Thank you so much! What a great opportunity to be part of the Methodist movement in another part of the world! Then, we'll try to schedule an opportunity for Bill, and maybe others on the mission team, to come to the district
to share their learnings with us.
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Please support our youth
on Sept. 29 in Glens Falls
On Sunday, September 29, please stop by the 27th annual Taste of the North Country (from 11 AM to 3 PM in City Park in Glens Falls) to support our UMYF (United Methodist Youth Fellowship), who will host its first-ever cookie decorating booth! The funds raised will be contributed to the Youth Service Fund.
Youth Service Fund (YSF) is the global United Methodist mission fund supported by youth. Through YSF, United Methodist teens raise money for other teens doing ministry in their churches and communities impacting poverty, illiteracy, absenteeism and social justice. The Youth Service Fund is a unique ministry because it is run completely by, with and for youth. Youth contribute the money, they decide what projects receive the money, and the projects supported are youth-designed, youth-led, and youth benefited. Youth from everywhere may apply for funding.
Hannaford supermarkets generously donated the cookies and the frosting.
Youth: Save the Date!!
Youth Fall Event East!
7 PM Friday, November 8 to 4 PM Saturday, November 9 at the Albany- McKownville, UMC. Contact person: Laura Clark, [email protected]. Look for details in upcoming newsletters.
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Women in Ministry Conference: Oct. 23-25
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Emilie M. Townes
Keynote speaker
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The Women in Ministry Initiative of Princeton Theological Seminary is pleased to offer a conference
(October 23-25) for women leaders of the church, both clergy and lay, who work within the church and beyond. The theme of the conference is "Leadership in a time of division and fear."
We will gather to worship, to study, and to encourage one another. Keynote presentations, sermons, informal discussions, and workshops will provide an opportunity to develop and strengthen talents and skills for leadership in the church and world to which we are called. Click here and here for more information.
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We invite you to explore resources below that can connect yourself, your church and your community to UMCOR's (United Methodist Committee on Relief) work in disaster preparedness and response.
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Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month resources available
Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month began on Sept. 15 and runs through Oct. 15. Celebrate the contributions of Hispanic-Latino individuals in Upper New York and across the nation. To read about the history of Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month and to learn some suggested activities that can be used to observe this month, as well as some related liturgies, scriptures, and more Click here
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Order Potatoes for Nov. 16 Pickup at Conference Center
On Saturday, Nov. 16, 50-pound bags of potatoes will be available to pick up at no cost for local food pantries, individuals, families, and community organizations that feed the hungry. Tom Pelkey from the Society of St. Andrew and a group of volunteers will be at UNY United Methodist Center, located at 7481 Henry Clay Blvd. in Liverpool, distributing potatoes to all that registered from 8-11 a.m. The Society of St. Andrew is an organization that collects excess food from farmers to provide to the hungry. To order up to 100 of the 50- pound bags for pick-up, contact Tom Pelkey at 315-559-3832 or email at [email protected]
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Are you welcoming millennials?
Begin by considering your worship service since it's often the first experience a visitor has with your church.
Evaluate key elements of your worship to help you put your best foot forward as you welcome millennials.
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Church is for question-mark people
WILDWOOD, Fla. (UM News) - Church is for question-mark people who know they do not have all the answers, writes the Rev. Michael Beck in a commentary about voting for General Conference delegates. Even Jesus was comfortable with mystery, Beck writes.
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Keep in touch with college students
Students often leave the communities where they have grown up. Here are some ways your congregation can help young people maintain their connection to God and their faith community.
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Can you ace the United Methodist News grammar quiz?
Using correct grammar is always beneficial. It gives your writing more credibility and also may keep nitpickers on social media from pointing out that you used "your" instead of "you're." While Spellcheck and Autocorrect are helpful, they don't catch everything - especially punctuation.
Remember, proper punctuation can save lives: One tiny comma is the difference between "Do you want to eat, Grandma?" and "Do you want to eat Grandma?"
To read more,
Click here
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Imagine No Racism 2.0 trainings coming up
The Upper New York Conference's Commission on Religion and Race will continue Imagine No Racism (INR) trainings this fall and are calling this version INR 2.0.
If you are interested in facilitating INR 2.0 conversations, two regional events will be held in the Adirondack District:
-- 10 AM to 3 PM Saturday, September 28 at the Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh (12901)
-- 10 AM to 3 PM Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Saratoga Springs UMC, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs (12866)
Questions can be sent to Dr. Blenda Smith at (607) 761-0327 or [email protected]
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Bishop's Retreat to be held in October in Rochester
The 2019 Bishop's Clergy and Spouse Retreat is October 22-24
at the RIT Inn and Conference Center in
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Rev. Grace Imathiu
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Rochester. The theme is, "Biblical Risk Takers," and the keynote speaker is the Rev. Grace Imathiu.
Rev. Imathiu acknowledges that many are spiritually exhausted from all this upheaval in the denomination, but she has hope for pastors that this can be a time of renewal, refreshment, and regaining confidence. Click here to read more about Rev. 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.
Registration deadline is Sept. 30.
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New York State employers (including churches)
must provide sexual harassment prevention training
The deadline is quickly approaching for New York State employers to provide employees with sexual harassment prevention training upon hire and on an annual basis.
This is a law and all UNY church employees must complete this training. This is not optional. Everyone must comply. Please make sure your church SPRC and employees are aware of this.
For this year, the training must be completed by all current employees and new hires by
October 9, 2019. Once the initial training is complete, the employer can decide the timing of the annual training (calendar year, anniversary date, or any other date). Employers are encouraged to track completion of training through attendance sheets or some other manner for audit purposes.
In addition to the sexual harassment prevention training requirement, each employer is required to have a
sexual harassment prevention policy in place. This policy should be shared with employees prior to the training.
To learn more about programs that qualify for the sexual harassment training,
click here.
If you have any questions regarding the New York State sexual harassment prevention requirements, please contact Tracy Rickett, Human Resources Generalist, at 315-898-2017 or
[email protected]
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Click here for FAQs about the new law and trainings.
There are two sites you can visit for online trainings:
Most pastors are eligible for free training through the "EAP" program. See the link to EAP in this article:
Click here If you need guidance, please contact Carrie (518) 480-4866.
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World Communion Sunday is Oct. 6
United Methodists will join Christians of different traditions to celebrate World Communion Sunday on Oct. 6, 2019. In The United Methodist Church, congregations will also join together to receive a Special Sunday offering that helps students from around the world reach their full potential through scholarships, training and mentoring. The World Communion Sunday offering is one of six special offerings received throughout the year.
What does your church have planned for World Communion Sunday? Click here for some great resources to help you plan your service
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Registration open for
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. Free childcare is available.
Registration deadline is Oct. 10, but please sign up ASAP, as this helps immensely in our planning.
If your church would like brochures, please be in touch with Carrie and she will mail them to you.
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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Updated or Previously Announced
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Hurricane Dorian:
How you can help
Hurricane Dorian has caused major flooding, destruction, and even death in the Bahamas. Florida's east coast and the Eastern seaboard, including Georgia, North and South Carolina, and Virginia have all been affected. Clean-up and rebuilding after Dorian will takes weeks, months, and even years. Click here to read a message from Mike Block, UNY Director of Missional Engagement, on how you can help all those affected by Hurricane Dorian today.
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(update)
Albany District invites Adirondack District churches
to participate in Leadership Development program:
Registration deadline Thursday, Sept. 26
The Albany District Leadership Team will be leading monthly Lay Leadership Development gatherings between October and next June. To view the letter of invitation,
click here. The deadline to register is Thursday, Sept. 26. Please
click here for FAQs about the training.
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(Update)
Redbird Mission Collection Begins
As you begin your fall planning, please consider a collection for Red Bird Mission in Beverly, Kentucky. Items and shoe boxes are needed for Christmastime.
If your church is willing to be a collection site, please contact the District Office
(New) The Adirondack District has two collection sites. Please contact Carrie to make arrangements for drop-off to:
Jermain UMC, 2 Niles Rd., White Creek (12057) or
The Adirondack District Office at South Glens Falls UMC, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803).
If your church is willing to be a collection site in the Northern end of the District, please contact Carrie: [email protected] or (518) 480-4866. |
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Early Response Team Disaster training and Team Leader Training to be held in Clifton Park on Nov. 2 and Nov. 3
A basic Early Response Team (ERT) disaster training course will be offered Saturday,
Nov. 2 at the Shenendehowa UMC, 971 Route 146, Clifton Park (12065). The class will start at 8:30 AM with registration and coffee and will conclude at 5 PM. The course will be facilitated by Rev. Carl Shepard and Marybeth (Beth) Ingalls. Both are experienced in disaster relief and are approved United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) ERT Trainers. We guarantee you will be blessed by these two people and well prepared for the field by the end of the day. If you are able to attend, please register at www.bit.ly/2019CliftonPark The website provides additional information prior to the registration submission.
In addition, Mike Block and Marybeth, both from the conference center Mission HUB, will hold a Team Leader Training (TLT) on Sunday, Nov. 3 from 1 PM to 5 PM at the same location. This class will help you become not only qualified but also competent to lead an UMVIM team for disaster response, medical missions, youth trips, and even international mission trips. This course also includes fund-raising ideas and a suggested time line for team preparations, especially for large groups taking trips within a year.
Take a look at Mission Hub videos:
Click here
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District Confirmation Retreat: Are you interested?
The Rev. Phil Richards of the Plattsburgh UMC is interested in putting together a District
Confirmation Retreat in the Spring of 2020, location yet to be determined. This would be a District ministry for youth to explore their faith and find their place in the local church. This retreat would include: History of the UMC, Mission and Service, Worship and Sacrament, Spiritual Journey components and Discipleship Training. This would all be geared to youth Grades 6 through 12.
He would like to recruit leaders who have a passion and gift for connecting with youth. He is looking to see if there is an interest on the District to offer this opportunity. Please contact Phil if your church has an interest in participating, along with approximately how many youth in your church might come to this event. This would be a great supplement for Confirmation Classes. Please contact Phil at
[email protected] or (518) 563-2992.
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2019 Church Conference schedule updated
Click here for the updated 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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Church Conference forms available online
The 2019-2020 Church Conference forms are now available online. Many of these forms are due two weeks prior to your Church Conference. Many of our conferences are early this year, but please do your best to get the forms in to us as soon as possible. Especially important are the pastor's compensation reports, the Leadership form, trustee ballots and Do you have a Discipleship Plan.
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2020 Clergy Compensation Materials have been e-mailed
Please be aware that the Benefits Office no longer prints packets for clergy or SPRC chairs. All materials were sent by email to clergy and SPRC chairs, and are also available on the conference website: Click here
Pastor compensation reports are due two weeks prior to your annual church conference. To view and download that form, Click here
If you did not receive this email, please be in touch with Carrie and she will forward the materials to you. (518) 480-4866 or [email protected]
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Check out the Media Resource Center:
Get your fall resources now!
Programming for Fall, Advent? Take Advantage of the Upper NY Media Resource Center! Are you a new Pastor or Christian Ed Director? Are you in a new appointment? Would you like to try something different in your church? When making plans for the fall, remember to check with the Media Resource Center for what is available to borrow before you purchase something. Your Shared Ministry dollars have already paid for the resources we have in the library, so why pay twice! Give Karen Campolieto, coordinator of the Media Resource Center, a call (315-898-2027), email her ([email protected]), or check out the online catalog.
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.
To learn more about the center, to look through the online catalog and view the newsletters,
Click here
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Safe Sanctuaries training to be held Sept. 28
at Simpson UMC in Rock City Falls
The standard Safe Sanctuaries training will be held from 9:30 AM to
12:30 PM
Saturday, Sept. 28 at Simpson UMC, 1089 Rock City Rd., Rock City Falls (12863). Please 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 Jane Decoteau.
Please register with Carrie Boyer in the District Office [email protected] or (518) 480-4866. She will send you the handout.
Safe Sanctuaries training to be held Oct. 20
at South Glens Falls UMC
The standard Safe Sanctuaries training will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM
Sunday, Oct. 20 at the South Glens Falls UMC,
15 Maplewood Parkway
South Glens Falls (12803)
Please arrive by 1:45 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 Stephanie Strom.
Please register with Carrie Boyer in the District Office [email protected] or (518) 480-4866. She will send you the handout.
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Adirondack District Lay Servant Class
Advanced Course: Leading Worship
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]
"Leading Worship" focuses on the ministry of the lay servant who either regularly or occasionally leads a group or congregation in worship. The course will help participants understand the history of Christian worship, paying particular attention to the development of current United Methodist ritual and ritual resources, the basic pattern of worship, the Christian year, and the Revised Common Lectionary. This is one of the courses needed for Certified Lay Speaker. Please bring a bag lunch.
Facilitators: Bruce Hazard and Arlene Schmidt
$15 Registration - Does not include the book. "Worshipping with United Methodist" by Hoyt L. Hickman (revised edition), available through Cokesbury or Amazon.
Please watch the Adirondack Newsletter for the new schedule for all the classes leading to Certified Lay Servant and Speaker which will start with a Basic in March.
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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Hygiene Kits Needed
The Upper New York Mission Central HUB is focusing
on the desperate need for hygiene kits around the world in places such as the transition shelters along the U.S. Mexico border.
Throughout the summer, the UNY Mission Central HUB is collecting monetary and supply donations to assemble UMCOR hygiene kits. Those who send in a donation, will have a "hand" placed on our "world."
To learn how to assemble a kit, Click here
Click here
to make a donation.
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Cleaning Buckets are needed
Is your congregation interested in assembling UMCOR cleaning kits? Do it the right way by avoiding some of the common mistakes people make when putting the kits together. For example, air fresheners and insect repellents cannot be aerosol.
Click here to watch a video of Mike Block, Upper New York Director of Missional Engagement, presented in David Letterman-fashion, the Top 10 mistakes made in assembling cleaning kits.
For instructions on how to assemble a cleaning kit, hygiene kit or school kit: Click here
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Explore United Methodist resources
Wondering where to find resources from the United Methodist Church?
Click here
Find information on how to order for Special Sundays, apply for grants and loans, and more.
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UNY Methodist Historical Society Publication available
The Upper New York United Methodist
Historical Society (UNY
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UMHS) has a new publication,
UNY
Historical News & Views. This email newsletter includes Methodist historical vignettes,
Methodist/Evangelical United Brethren (EUB) materials from the Upper New York archives and news.
Click here
for the first issue. To view the first issue,
click here.
Submission guidelines for articles are available
here.
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Reaching New Disciples: Resources at your fingertips
The Lewis Center is committed to helping congregations reach more people, younger
people, and more diverse people. There was a day when congregations could simply open their doors and wait for people to find their way in. But that era is rapidly fading. Growing congregations today are embracing a new paradigm of evangelism, finding innovative ways to connect with their neighbors, extend hospitality, and take church to the community!
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ResourceUMC.org is a new, comprehensive websie that empowers you to search for and quickly find resources and tool from across our connection. To visit the website,
Click here
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Learn More About Your Community through Mission Insite
Church leaders and pastors across our district recently have updated their online Church Profile. Did you know that the Upper New York Conference also offers all churches access to a free tool that provides important information about the communities where they are located?
Mission Insite is a web-based demographics provider for local church use. In planning ministry, it is important to know the context. Mission Insite provides demographic data that is updated on a regular basis. The reports are user-friendly to the novice or experienced demographer.
In order to access the website you will need to register your local church. The links below provide instruction for you to register and establish user name and password for your local church.
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Discipleship Ministries offers tips on Christian Education
With intentional learning and Christian formation, we become the people God calls us to be, and we develop gifts and strengths for encouraging and leading others to the same strong faith.
On these pages that appear on the Discipleship Ministries website, you will find articles and resources for becoming a mature leader in the educational ministry of your church or area. You may be a teacher, church school superintendent, education committee chairperson, a paid or volunteer staff person, or an age-level coordinator.To read more,
Click here
To view more about Older Adult Ministry,
Click here
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Click here to apply for a tax exempt letter for your church.
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Free Resources
focus on
Intentional Discipleship
The intentional discipleship movement is already happening across the connection. More and more churches and leaders are recognizing that we must have a relentless focus on making and growing disciples, and move away from fixing churches.
Engagement involves initiating and building relationships. Engagement seeks to ensure that outreach and evangelism efforts become a vital part of an intentional system of discipleship.
New resources from Discipleship Ministries,
including books,
and study guides and films, are available to help lay leaders, clergy and conference leaders reach out to new people with intentional discipleship.
For more information:
Click here
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News From the Conference Office
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2019-2020 clergy appointment list is available
Upper New York Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb and the Upper New York Conference release the final appointment list for 2019-2020.
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Trip to the Holy Land planned for 2020
The clergy team of Syracuse United Methodist Ministries
(Revs. Andy Anderson, B.J. Norrix, Jee Hae Song and Alicia Wood) invite you to join them on a trip to the Holy Land, February 11 - February 21, 2020. This trip will expand your knowledge of the Bible and the sacred land. A journey following in the footsteps of Jesus will change the way you read the Bible.
We will explore, learn, and fellowship together as we visit Caesarea, the Sea of Galilee, Cana, Nazareth, Samaria, Jacob's Well, Masada (Judean Desert), the Dead Sea, Bethlehem, Jerusalem and much more. The cost of the trip starts at $3,248, leaving from JFK, New York. It includes basic tour and guided sightseeing, round-trip international airfare, fuel surcharges, government taxes, administrative fees, entrance fees, hotel gratuities and program fees, daily buffet breakfast and dinner, deluxe motor coaches, first-class hotels, and more.
You may register immediately with only $100 and receive a discount of $150. Brochures with more details and registration forms are available. Please contact Pastors B.J.: [email protected], 315-726-2815 (cell); Andy: [email protected], 917-723-0901 (cell); Alicia: [email protected], 315-450-1632 (cell); Jee Hae: [email protected], 404-825-8025 (cell); for a brochure, if you have any questions or need more information. Thank you, and looking forward to you joining us.
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Wesley Heritage Tour scheduled for February 2020
Join Upper New York Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb and his wife Jodi on a Wesley Heritage tour in England Feb. 11-19, 2020.
This journey will take you through England where you will learn about the roots of the early Church and the ministry of John Wesley. Visit London, Oxford, Epworth, the Old Rectory where John Wesley grew up, and much more.
The earlier you register, the bigger the discount.
Click here to learn more and to obtain a registration brochure with all the details about this exciting opportunity.
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Oberammergau Passion Play tour planned for 2020
Since 1634, the most famous Passion Play in the world has taken place in Oberammergau. Back in the 1600's, the people of Germany suffered through a terrible plague in which many died. The people prayed and God released them from this plague. The people promised in thanks to God to perform the Passion Play every 10 years on the zero years. This tradition has been maintained for over 380 years and will continue for the 42nd time in 2020. The village of Oberammergau of 5,000 people performs this passion play with more than 2,000 villagers participating. Roughly 500,000 visitors will come to see this play in 2020. Educational Opportunities, which conducts tours to the Holy Land, is offering tours that include this passion play. Rev. David Schlansker is planning to serve as a host on one of these tours. If you or your church is interested in learning more., contact Rev. David Schlansker at 518-227-5535 or [email protected]
He has printed brochures that can be sent to anyone interested. David is willing to visit churches and share more information on this experience of a lifetime.
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District Contact Information
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Adirondack District
of the Upper New York Conference
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Debbie Earthrowl
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Rev. Debbie Earthrowl, District Superintendent
Gracie Lynn Besse, District Lay Leader
Carrie Boyer, Minister of Administration
Physical Location: 15 Maplewood Parkway
(South Glens Falls UMC)
South Glens Falls 12803 (GPS)
Mailing Address: PO Box 590, Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 480-4866
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