March 10th, 2022 Oneonta District UMC News for you
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Nancy’s Notes - #42
Dear Friends,
I believe I shared in this space before that as of this past January 1st, I have been reading 3 chapters of Scripture each day. Today I finished Joshua and began Judges. In Joshua 24, Joshua knows he is about to die and reviews the history of the Hebrew people and God’s faithfulness through it all. Then Joshua 24:14-15, Joshua says to the people, “Now therefore revere the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness; put away the gods that your ancestors served beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. Now if you are unwilling to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the region beyond the River or the gods of Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.”
In this season of Lent – and beyond – each day, may we as Joshua did, choose to boldly proclaim (and live out in our lives) “…as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” As we walk with Jesus toward the cross during Lent, may we intentionally find ways to live out our faith in ways that are evident to those around us that we have chosen to serve the LORD. May it be so.
With you in the Lenten Journey,
Nancy
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From the Desk of Bishop Mark J. Webb:
Praying for Ukraine this Lenten season
On Tuesday March 2, 2022, the Upper New York Area Resident Bishop, Mark J. Webb, sent a letter to the Upper New York Conference, calling on all United Methodist believers and congregations in Upper New York to fervently pray for peace in Ukraine.
In this letter, Bishop Webb offers some specific and helpful areas of payer focus related to the war in Ukraine.
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Giving opportunities in response to the war in Ukraine
Individuals can give directly to the Ukrainian people through local church offerings by writing a check to the Upper New York Conference with Advance #14053A in the memo line of the checks. These checks can either be placed in an offering plate or sent directly to the Conference office.
The Ukraine UMC has created a crisis committee that will oversee all the global support that is coming in through UMCOR’s Advance #14053A “Eurasia In Mission Together - Ukraine and Moldova.” The money channeled through this Advance fund will go to the Ukraine UMC church account and decisions on how this will be used will be considered by the crisis committee, which includes pastors as well as lay leaders.
UMCOR also offers other opportunities for more specific giving to Ukrainian refugees in Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania. You can designate giving by stating it is for "Ukrainian Refugee support" to the following Advance numbers.
· Hungary In Mission Together (Advance # 00175A)
· Poland In Mission Together (Advance # 00408A)
· Romania In Mission Together (Advance #00211A)
· Slovakia In Mission Together (Advance # 00236A)
Donations for Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia should be mailed directly to UMCOR Mission Together Advances at 458 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.
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United Methodists stand with Ukraine
United Methodists across the globe condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine and stand in solidarity with those experiencing violence, displacement and suffering in the midst of war. Learn more about the ways United Methodist prayers, aid and witness are being directed to Ukraine.
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Thank you to all the churches who worked so hard to complete your EZRA statistical reporting information.
We appreciate your hard work! Those still in progress, please keep working.
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Kept those reports coming! 2021-2022 Charge Conference Forms- Due Dates
February 15th 2022 - Now Past Due
mail completed & signed copy to District Office
Report of Trustees
Report of Finance Committee
2021 Year End Financial Report - your church format
2022 Church Budget - your church format
February 28th 2022 - Now past Due
March 15th 2022
2021 Local Annual Financial Audit
Oneonta District Office UMC
C/O Teresa Wood
28 Orchard St.
Oneonta, NY 13820
If you need help with any of the forms or have forgotten your login information, please contact the District Office for assistance.
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All 2021-2022 Charge Conference forms are available to download at: https://uny.umconline.org/ or by clicking here.
*Please note when trying to download Charge Conference Forms to use Firefox Browser.*
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NEW- Join The Mosaic for a mission trip this summer!
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The Schoharie Mosaic Cooperative Ministry is gearing up for another fantastic mission trip this summer. We are heading to Camp Mechuwana in Winthrop, Maine for the week of August 15-20, 2022. Mechuwana has a well organized workcamp program where teams of volunteers come and get paired with work projects in the community. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, regardless of experience or skill. Scholarships will be available to cover the costs. Please prayerfully consider if this is an opportunity to put your faith into action helping those in need. To learn more about Camp Mechuwana visit their website at http://www.mechuwana.org.
We are enthusiastic about coming together for the purpose of ministry and mission in Christ!
Please sign up if you already know you are going AND share this trip with interested folks in your congregations and communities so we can continue with our planning strategy.
If you know you can't go, but still want to help fundraise and support the team, join us on March 21st at 6pm for our Mosaic meeting. The meeting on March 21st will be at 6pm in the Cobleskill UMC Social Hall.
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Training & Education Opportunities |
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Lenten Study
Join Rev. Paul Winkelman (Pastor of Sidney UMC)
In a 4-Week Lenten Study Class
via ZOOM or In-Person
1. Week # 1 – Sunday – March 20th – 8:30 am
Tuesday – March 22nd – 4:30 pm
2. Week # 2 – Sunday – March 27th – 8:30 am
Tuesday – March 29th – 4:30 pm
3. Week # 3 – Sunday – April 3rd – 8:30 am
Tuesday – April 5th – 4:30 pm
4. Week # 4 – Sunday – April 10th – 8:30 am
Tuesday – April 12th – 4:30 pm
Contact Pastor Paul Winkelman for more information and to register
Call: 315-329-4071
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Trainings for all churches in the Southern Tier Region:
Oneonta, Binghamton, Mountain View, and Cornerstone Districts
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SPRC Training for all SPRC members Tuesday April 26th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. to be presented by Superintendents Nancy Adams, Jeff McDowell, and Suzanne Block. raining to be held Via ZOOM.
RSVP by email to [email protected] by April 15th so we can send you materials in advance.
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Trustee Training for all trustees Thursday April 28th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. to be presented by Superintendents Nancy Adams, Jeff McDowell, and Suzanne Block. Training to be held Via ZOOM.
RSVP by email to [email protected] by April 15th so we can send you materials in advance.
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Transitional Intentional Interim Specialist Training at Casowasco
Transitional Intentional Interim Specialist Training (TIIMS) is designed to help pastors and congregations deal with the stresses of our culture in this time of uncertainty. While this training is specifically designed for those entering an interim situation (death of pastor, long pastorate, pastor leaving ministry, etc.), the training will help you deal with the everyday struggles you will find in any ministry setting.
This training is a three-phase experience spanning six months of time. Phase I is a three-day introduction to the concepts and principles of Interim Ministry. Phase II is a time in one’s ministry setting using some of the tools and principles learned in Phase I. Phase III is a re-gathering of the group.
Contact Jane Sautter with questions or registration information. She can be reached at 315-225-6170 or [email protected].
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Stewardship Academy starts April 23 on Zoom
Upper New York ordained deacon and Director of Christian Stewardship, the Rev. Susan Ranous, is offering a Stewardship Academy via Zoom over four sessions (April 23, May 21, June 18, July 16). Rev. Ranous will share all concepts of stewardship including self, time, talents, money, and more.
This is an opportunity to read and learn about stewardship and all that it entails. The Academy qualifies clergy for CEU.
Click here for a brochure about the Stewardship Academy. For more information, contact Rev. Ranous at 315-427-3668 or [email protected].
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Upper NY LPLS (local pastors licensing school)
click the link below to read more and to register:
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Click here for a list of upcoming Safe Sanctuaries Courses.
Registration is open one month prior to each class.
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Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study, Begins March 17
Disciple Bible Study is enriching, informational, transformational, faith deepening and offers time to develop deep lasting friendships as you study, reflect and pray together as a group.
Disciple I provides a foundational overview of the Bible. Beginning with Genesis and continuing through Revelation, group members will read approximately 80% of the Bible in this 34-week study. Disciple I is great for those at any place in their faith journey.
Disciple I begins on March 17, 2022, meeting Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. thru ZOOM. The study runs for 34 weeks.
If you are interested in taking this class as an advanced lay servant course, please print and complete the application form, have it signed by your pastor and return it to Manlius UMC, P.O. Box 177, Manlius NY 13104 with a check payable to “UNYAC” in the sum of $20.00 by March 9, 2022.
Each participant is required to purchase in advance, Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study, through Cokesbury or any other bookstore. We also recommend the New Interpreters Study Bible.
For more information, please contact Pastor Joseph Kim at [email protected] or (315) 530-8568
for Disciple 1 (Form says Feb. 17, but class begins March 17).
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Crossroads District ZOOM Lay Servant classes open to all
Take a look at the exciting new slate of Lay Servant classes offered on the Crossroads District!
Register today! Classes start soon!
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Course offered to teach church members how to lead a worship service
Ms. Joyce Royal has been the certified lay minister at Gloversville: North Main Street UMC, located in the Mohawk District, for three years. Having previously served as the Education Coordinator for Lay Servant Ministries in the Albany District, Joyce has a curriculum to help lay servants and members of a congregation learn how to lead a worship service.
Joyce is co-teaching a class with Ron Talbott from North Bush UMC on March 19 and March 26 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day at Gloversville: North Main Street UMC that is open to lay servants ($20 fee and continuing education credits offered) and anyone who would like to learn how to lead a worship service.
For more further information on this course and to register, contact Joyce at 518-725-7323 or [email protected].
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Tending the Soul new cohort to begin Nov. 2022
Tending the Soul, a training program in Missional Spiritual Direction and Congregational Formation will be starting a new cohort in November 2022. The program is designed for lay and clergy. Perhaps more than any other time in our recent past, the ability to listen deeply for God, to remain centered and non-anxious, and to hold sacred space for others is an essential tool in ministry (both within your local congregation and the greater community).
Click here for more information and a brochure with all details on the program and how to apply. Any questions can be directed to the Rev. Nancy Dibelius ([email protected]).
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Course of Study Information
If you are registering for a COS class at GBHEM – you will need to list the name and email of your COS registrar.
That information is as follows:
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UMC Clergy Education Offering Courses for Credit
ClergyEducation.com is a resource for clergy and church leaders, offering CEUs accepted by most United Methodist annual conferences.
BRAND NEW! More Ways to Communicate Effectively with Your Church, 3 to 4 p.m., Mar. 22, Kevin Slimp, cost $25. Registration, click here.
Missional Accountability: Focusing on What God Desires, 11 a.m. to Noon, Mar. 31, Jaye Johnson, cost $25. Registration, click here.
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IMPORTANT REMINDER - All appointed Clergy, Certified Lay Ministers(CLMs) and Supply pastors are REQUIRED to complete the NY State Sexual Harassment Training. After completing the training you will get a certificate of completion from NY State. Please be sure to send a copy of you certificate of completion to the Oneonta district office. If you have not already completed this training please go to the following link to read more about training options available. https://www.unyumc.org/news/article/new-york-state-required-annual-training-for-sexual-harassment-prevention
You can take a free training course by clicking on the following link:
Please remember to send a copy of your Completed training certificate to Teresa at the Oneonta District Office when you have completed It.
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The following job openings are posted on the Upper New York website...
1) Director of Missional Engagement
2) Maintenance Manager for Casowasco Camp & Retreat Center
3) Reservations Specialist for Casowasco Camp & Retreat Center
4) Seasonal Camp Staff -
If you have any referrals for these positions, or are interested in applying, please apply online through our website. Please contact Tracy Rickett with any questions. Thank you.
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Lenten study on anti-racism
General Commission on Religion and Race is offering online Lenten resources for purchase. "Faithful Lent: Connecting the Practices of Lent and Anti-racism", is a small group resource to help make connections between the traditions of Lent and the work of anti-racism. This curriculum is available to buy and download. Click here.
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Lenten resources
The season of Lent is essential for those who truly seek to be disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Because a part of what we learn in this time of self-examination is that we are what might be most in need of transformation. We might find that what might need to grow in faith and discipleship is the church and that the transformation of the world begins with building bridges and gathering up rather than with condemnation. Join with other churches by downloading this series.
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NEW- Closer to Christ Lenten series
Listen to two webinars: Adam Hamilton's "The Lord's Prayer: The Meaning and Power of the Prayer Jesus Taught," and Amy-Jill Levine's "Witness at the Cross: A Beginner's Guide to Holy Friday. Click here.
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Focusing on discipleship
The mission of the United Methodist Church is creating disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. So, what is a disciple?
The Upper New York Conference has updated our website to better highlight the focus of our Conference—the tab for “our focus” is on our homepage— https://www.unyumc.org. In this section we list six characteristics that define a disciple of Jesus Christ. Click here to read “Our Focus.”
Another great resource to learn more about creating disciples is the See all the People website, which is a movement to “stop fixing our church and start seeing all the people Christ calls us to reach.” #Seealllthepeople has dozens of resources on creating intentional discipleship systems and methods of building relationships.
Click here to learn more about the #SeeallthePeople movement and watch their four-minute video that defines a “disciple.”
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Step by step process for developing an Intentional Discipleship Plan
The Northern Flow District has created training resources for congregations and persons to walk through a “step-by-step” process for developing an Intentional Discipleship Plan.
Click here for steps 1 and 2 of the training; follow the guidance of the video trainers, use the provided PowerPoints and the resources (links) to enable your church and team to develop and implement your congregation’s Intentional Discipleship Plan.
Additional training steps will be provided over time. Imagine what God will do as more and more churches develop their process for Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World!
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Women’s History Month
resource recommendations from UMW
March is Women’s History Month—a time to lift up all the women who have made an impact on our collective history.
For over 150 years, since the Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society was first formed in 1869 in Boston, United Methodist Women (UMW) has been on the forefront of developing leaders, fostering spiritual growth, and advocating for justice.
During Women’s History Month, UMW honor not only the history of United Methodist Women, but of all women.
Click here to celebrate Women’s History Month with UMW-suggested resources—next month and every month.
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Women in ministry: Then and now
Women who found movements are sometimes designated as “mothers.” In early Methodism, the women who earned this title bore it as a mark of distinction. They became revered as “Mothers in Israel,” an honorific which linked them and their piety, courage, and leadership with Deborah the Judge in the Old Testament.
In honor of Women’s History Month, click here to learn about the “Mothers of Israel” then and now.
The Church today benefits greatly from the unique leadership of women in ministry who stand on the shoulders of their spiritual foremothers.
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Critical race theory and what Christians should know
Critical Race Theory (CRT) examines how laws in the United States have built and supported racial inequities. It is an ideological framework that names race as a social construct and asserts racialized inequities in society are fostered by historic and current systemic, institutional, and legal policies and practices.
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Do you have questions? United Methodist Communications has answers.
Can I be confirmed online? Is it ever appropriate to place the Advent Wreath on the Lord’s Table? What's the United Methodist position on rebaptism? Can a lay servant wear a robe in the pulpit? What countries have United Methodist churches? Do apportionments help pay for church camps? How do you get to heaven?
These are only a handful of the thousands of questions received by Ask The UMC, a ministry of United Methodist Communications, the information service for all things United Methodist.
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Are you struggling with mental health?
You are not alone!
The Neighborhood Center, an official NY Project Hope provider agency, is offering free, confidential and anonymous counseling for community members who need to talk to someone or learn about resources in their community regarding COVID-19.
NY Project Hope, a program of the NYS Office of Mental Health and funded by FEMA, provides emotional support through conversation, stress management techniques and helpful community resources.
To talk to someone who hears what you say and can help you understand what you're feeling about the challenges of life during COVID-19, call 1-844-863-9314 from 8 am-10 pm, any day to talk with a trained Crisis Counselor.
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Mental Health First Aid
Wespath is offering virtual seminars on mental health first aid March 10 or March 17 and March 23 or March 24. Learn how to reach out to others and get them help as well as accept and understand your own mental health needs. The free events are led by Chris White. Be sure to register for two sessions.
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Retiree 2021 tax, benefit, and grant information
Upper New York Conference retirees, their spouses, surviving spouses, and clergy on medical leave of the Upper New York Conference can learn about tax information, benefits, and grants that may pertain to them. The Human Resources and Benefits Ministry Area has prepared a helpful packet with this information.
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UMCOR / Mission Central Hub
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Supporting the humanitarian response in Ukraine
The General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church is deeply troubled by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the ominous implications it has for escalating tensions between Russia and Western nations. They join many Christian leaders and organizations worldwide in deploring the Russian invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, and they ardently pray for a redirection of military action toward diplomatic measures to resolve grievances.
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR), the humanitarian relief arm of Global Ministries, is in communication with partners in the region and actively exploring the coordination of humanitarian response in Ukraine. You can support UMCOR’s international disaster response efforts by writing a check to the Upper New York Conference with either Advance #982450/Ukraine or UMCOR/Ukraine written in the memo line.
Click here to read more about this response from Roland Fernandes, the General Secretary of Global Ministries and UMCOR.
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UM Global Ministries and UMCOR’s response to COVID-19
Since the early months of 2020, the United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries, and the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) have followed a broad, proactive course in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, reflective of the international guidelines for nonprofit participation in the effort to control and overcome the disease and in line with established denominational policy on the alleviation of suffering.
Global Ministries response through the “Sheltering in Love” Advance and other sources of funding have, to date, enabled the release of over 340 grants totaling $4.5 million to more than 300 partners in 57 countries.
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UMCOR Sunday is March 27.
March 27 is UMCOR Sunday, a day in which churches throughout the denomination are encouraged to collect donations to support the work of the United Methodist Committee on Relief. For more than 80 years, UMCOR has ensured that 100% of its gifts to specific projects help those who need it most. Core resources are available in multiple languages.
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The UNYAC Media Resource Center is operating on a limited basis for Resource orders. We have a small committee who are dedicating their time and talents to help maintain this valuable resource. We need your help! Click here to read about our changes and how you can help us help you.
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Camp & Retreat Ministries |
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2022 UNY Annual Conference News |
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The Thirteenth Session is scheduled to be held in-person June 2 - 4, 2022
2022 Annual Conference offerings
At the 2022 Annual Conference the offerings that will be collected have been planned as follows.
The Clergy Care Fund offering will be collected at the Clergy session will be used to assist clergy who need financial support.
The Helping Hands Fund offering will be collected at the Laity session—it will be used by the Cabinet to assist congregants in need of financial support.
An offering to support the Mission Central HUB will be taken during Opening Worship.
An offering to support Mission of Peace (MOP) will be collected during the Blessing and Anointing service—this collection helps support the annual youth “journey of discovery and shalom” in nations in our global community.
An offering to support development of New Faith Communities will be collected during the Service of Commissioning and Ordination.
Keep following the UNY Conference Communications Channels as more details about Annual Conference and the schedule are determined.
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Bishop Webb announces clergy appointments
Upper New York Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb and the Upper New York Conference announce interim appointments and four retirements pending approval of clergy session. View the full list of changes here.
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General Conference Postponed to 2024:
Commission on General Conference sites Visas, Passports, health and safety
Click here to read the statement from the Commission on General Conference.
Click here to read a letter from Bishop Webb sent March 4th, 2022.
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Update:Presentation on General Conference recorded
The Rev. Bill Mudge Senior Pastor of the Baldwinsville United Methodist Church, former Adirondack District Superintendent, and clergy General Conference delegation leader, was present on the Adirondack and Albany districts this week to answer questions and offer information and thoughts about the upcoming General Conference. There are things we know, things we don’t know, speculation, information, and misinformation. This was an opportunity to sort some of this out so that we may stay focused on our mission, and keep looking for what God is doing among and through us. Many people expressed appreciation for Bill's efforts to offer clarity and insight.
We recorded one of those gatherings. The link to the ZOOM presentation is below.
Topic: #3 Conversations about General Conference
Start Time: Feb 28, 2022 06:11 PM
Meeting Recording:
(New) Here are links to related documents:
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NEW- Forming the Upper New York Conference
Can you believe it has been over a decade since the Upper New York Conference was formed?
On June 19, 2010, North Central New York, Troy, Western New York, and Wyoming Conferences joined to become the Upper New York Conference. The meeting that day, known as the uniting conference, took several hours, but the work leading up to it had taken several years. Much of that work was led by the New Area/Conference Team or New ACT. For nearly two years, this 26-member team, drawn from the four upstate Conferences, met monthly to dream and plan. Under the pastoral guidance of Bishops Susan Hassinger and Marcus Matthews, the team did its work by prayerful discernment and consensus-building.
Click here to learn about the process of creating the Upper New York Conference and how the vision created for the Conference, “to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ and be God’s love with our neighbors in all places” has resulted in many good things we can celebrate.
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CBOPHB delays enforcement of direct bill arrearage policy
Understanding the struggle faced by many congregations, the Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits (CBOPHB) had voted to delay enforcement of the direct bill arrearage policy that went into effect Jan. 1, 2020, for years 2020 and 2021. The CBOPHB has approved to continue the delayed enforcement through Dec. 31, 2022, recognizing that there are churches that are still struggling financially.
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General report by the Protocol Commission
During the Upper New York (UNY) Annual Conference held virtually in June of 2021, the body passed Resolution UNYAC2021.7 which created a Study Commission to examine the readiness in the UNYUMC for the Implementation of the Protocol of Reconciliation and Grace Through Separation. This commission is composed of the Conference Treasurer, Dean of the Cabinet, Conference Chancellor, Director of Connectional Ministries, Director of Vital Congregations and representatives of the Committee on Finance and Administration, Board of Ordained Ministry, Board of Trustees, Board of Pensions and Health Benefits, General and Jurisdictional Conference Delegations, and up to three persons named by Nominations and Leadership Development.
The Study Commission met via Zoom several times and created two surveys for both clergy and congregations. The surveys were transmitted to congregations and clergy via District offices and District Administrative Assistants.
The Study Commission has created a report with observations of the surveys and the survey results. Click here to access the report.
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2022 Cady Grant applications now available
Application forms are now available for the Upper New York Conference Cady Grant. Cady Grants are awarded annually to fund ministries, education, programs, or experiences that provide benefit or education to preferably, but not exclusively, African Americans and/or Native Americans. Priority will be given to proposals that have not recently been funded by the Cady Grant. Salaries and stipends will not be awarded from this grant. Awards may be up to $8,000.
Cady Grants are available to individual United Methodists, local churches, District, or Conference ministry teams within Upper New York.
Application deadline is March 15. Awardees will be notified by April 30.
Click here to learn more, review the procedures, and to apply.
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Don't Wait, Get Your Federal Tax Exemption Letter!
Did you know that, as a United Methodist ministry, it is easy to get a letter proving your tax-exempt status – without applying directly to the Internal Revenue Service? The General Council on Finance and Administration (GCFA), and sister agency to (GBHEM), United Methodist Women, and others, have received a “group ruling” designation from the IRS.
Basically, an umbrella or central organization (GCFA) takes over some of the administrative functions that would normally fall to a backlogged IRS, so that subordinate organizations, like United Methodist camps, churches, and other ministries can apply to the central organization for inclusion in their group. What that means for you is that, rather than applying directly to the IRS, you can apply online easily and quickly through GCFA. GCFA, rather than the IRS, will check your documentation and issue a letter of inclusion – meaning that you are included in the overall United Methodist group ruling for tax exemption.
Don't wait. Recently the IRS issued notice that it may change the group ruling policy. While we don’t know when those changes may take place, it is quick and easy to get a letter of inclusion in the denominational group ruling currently, so act quickly, before any changes take place.
There are a couple of important things to note: The online form is very straightforward for local United Methodist churches and the local church can quickly get its letter at the below link. For ministries that are affiliated as United Methodist organizations, such as a church, child care program, or a summer camp, the organization must have its own EIN, board, and organizing documents. Also, this tax exemption verifies your federal status and does not affect any state tax ruling.
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Reminder: Sexual Harassment training mandatory
This is a reminder that New York State employers must adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy and provide training on sexual harassment prevention to their employees on an annual basis. This includes all those employed by the local church.
There is a free on-line training that is available to all. A certificate of completion is provided when the training is complete.
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Subscribe to the GCFA "Collaborator" for Finance & Administration resources for your Ministry. A Support newsletter from GCFA - Click here
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On the Calendar
March 1st-31st: Women's History Month
March 17: NYS HERO Act ends - DETAILS
March 27: UMCOR SUNDAY
April 15: Deadline to submit Denman nominations - DETAILS
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UNYAC Contact Information
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UNY Conference Office Address:
The Upper New York Conference :United Methodist Center
7481 Henry Clay Blvd. Liverpool, N.Y. 13088
Phone: 315-898-2000 Toll Free: (same) 1-855-424-7878
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How to get help from UNY Conference for...
Regular needs or questions, contact the Conference (315) 898-2000 or email: [email protected] and leave a message including what assistance you are seeking and it will be given to the right person to respond to you. Technical or creative needs such as online Bible studies/meetings, live streaming worship, or online giving
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Oneonta District Contact Information
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Attention Please- Oneonta District Office UMC Mailing address - until further notice:
Please mail all (snail mail) correspondence to the following Address:
Oneonta District Office UMC
C/O Teresa Wood
28 Orchard St.
Oneonta, NY 13820
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"Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by... living the gospel of Jesus Christ and to be God's love with our neighbors in all places."
Your Partners in Ministry at the Oneonta District Office
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(Physical address) Oneonta District Office 64 Chestnut St. Oneonta, NY 13820
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